Newsletter for April

April 2010 GHOSTWATCH NEWSLETTER

The official Newsletter of Richard & Debbie Senate

Mr. Senate does Cameo for Hollywood film!

Mr. Senate played himself in a scene shot for a new Hollywood film. It is a film about ghost hunting and psychics titled LA Paranormal. Watch for him when the film comes out in perhaps a year or so. “Don’t blink,” says Mr. Senate, “If you do you may miss me.” The film looks like it will be a fun picture.

Mr. Senate is featured in the recent issue of Haunted Times Magazine.

An article on a haunted barn in The Carson Valley, Nevada is the focus of a story on the murder of Sam Brown, the Nevada gunfighter. It is also linked to a lost gold mine as well. The barn is built over the site of a hotel when the murderous gunfighter met his end.

The quest to find the burial site of Mr. Brown still eluded Mr. Senate as there are two sites for his grave and the tombstone, being made of wood, is long gone. Perhaps psychic archaeology can find the site. Pick up a copy or check it out on line.

Psychic Archaeology at Olivas locates burials & lost tunnel.

On March 28 a team of Mr. Senate’s students gathered to seek data on the legendary family burial grounds at the old Adobe. The stories say that the family buried their dead in the corner of the courtyard. The next owner removed the tombstones and the grave sites are lost. The dowsing rods were used and located three burials inside the court –Two men and a baby. The team also looked for the storied Native American graveyard, and found four burial sites. Two were a man and woman, buried side by side. The man seemed too tall for a Native American, and the rods were used to determine he was part Irish and worked at the ranch as a coachman. An illness took his life and that of his wife.

The team also located the rout of the lost tunnel. It was dug by the Olivas Family as an escape tunnel if the Hacienda was ever attacked. All the data was recorded and can not be confirmed until someone excavates the grounds in the future. “Now if we had only found the lost treasure,” commented Mr. Senate with a laugh.

Psychic Investigation at Camulos Adobe.

The historic Camulos Adobe, the storied home of Ramona, is a California landmark. Some believe that the complex of buildings is haunted by several spirits. Mr. Senate took a team to the site after getting permission from the group running the adobe. The team toured the place and, got several odd readings on their equipment as well as some distinct psychic impressions. The Sala and the book room (also called the Rose Room) were the focal points of the investigation. Much was left over energies rather than true haunts. Still, more investigations might uncover more at this fabulous site. Mr. Senate and the Ventura Paranormal Team wish to express many thanks to the docents of the Camulos Adobe for their help in this investigation.

Mr. Senate’s new book: Flight of the Hercules on Lulu.

It is an adventure novel of an 1895 voyage by balloon. It is his first published fictional work. It sells for $9.99 and can be purchased on Amazon.com and Lulu.com. I hope people find it a fun romp. For those who would like a direct link try:

http://www.lulu.com/product/paperback/the-flight-of-the-hercules/5995821?productTrackingContext=center_search_results

Mr. Senate offers wedding services

Long ago Mr. Senate joined the Universal Life Church. There were many reasons he and his friends, Bob Young and Marcelo Siero did this. But over the years it has been a fun thing. Now Mr. Senate is offering to marry people. “I want to offer a service to the public,” he says. “I discovered most charge $300 for this service—I believe in this economic time that’s a bit high so I will conduct the service for $100. I will also do house Blessings, Funeral services and Motivational talks.” This applies to Ventura/Santa Barbara Counties with a slight increase to travel father. If you are interested contact him at: Hanthunter@aol.com

Mr. Senate’s first wedding in decades on board the paddlewheel vessel SS Scarlet Belle was a real hit. “It was just perfect,” commented one wedding guest.

New Tours Coming: April

April 3, Saturday Afternoon, from 1 to 3 pm. Perry Mason Tour. This tour tells of Erle Stanley Gardner’s days in Ventura and how he became a mystery writer. Very Popular Tour offered by Mr. Senate. Call the City of Ventura for tickets. 805-658-4726

April 12 Class Offered by Mr. Senate at Ventura College Community Services. “The Tales Tombstones Tell” is a lecture on local cemeteries and tombstone art. There will be some ghost stories as well. A visit to a local graveyard will also be set up with the students. Contact Ventura College, Community Services for tickets. 7 to 9 pm.

April 18 Special Tour of Ventura’s Ghosts.1 to 3 pm. This is a special tour $12 per person. This is a private tour that will meet at the fountain of Mission San Buenaventura on Main Street. Contact Mr. Senate for tickets for this event: haunthunter@aol.com This is a one time event.

April 30-May 1 Saturday-Sunday Ghost Convention on the Queen Mary in Long Beach, California. Mr. Senate will be one of several speakers at the event and will have some of his books on sale as well. This is a good chance to see what he and Debbie are up to. He will be speaking on his newest findings and investigations regarding ghosts and haunted houses. It will include his fascinating discoveries at the Tim Burton Mansion.

Mr. Senate’s Birthday Is Coming up on April 23!

“I am older than dirt,” remarks Mr. Senate. “But in the words of the great Maurice Chevalier, considering the alternative to getting older—I am quite content.” He has no plans for his special day but Debbie seems to have something special in mind. Wish him a happy birthday and send him a card or e-mail. “Money and gifts, will also be accepted.”

Quote Worth Remembering:

“Ghosts fear men more than men fear ghosts.” Ancient Chinese saying.

Happy Year of the Tiger!

Mr. Senate is now on Facebook

He is listed as Richard Leonard (Yes, his middle name is Leonard) and would like to hear from all who enjoy hunting for ghosts and seeking to answer the great mysteries of history.