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The Dark History of Hermit Island
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32:20 - 35:57 (03:37)

Hermit Island has a dark past which involves a wealthy man named Frederick Prentiss who took advantage of the unoccupied island to establish Excelsior Quarry. People who visited the island felt an eerie presence and reported an overwhelming feeling of being watched.

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The whereabouts of William T. Walters’ treasure remains a mystery since it was only documented long after his death.
32:20 - 33:25 (01:05)
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Treasure hunting
Summary

The whereabouts of William T. Walters’ treasure remains a mystery since it was only documented long after his death. With no clear idea who might have found it, some speculate that the person who murdered Walters might have taken it.

Chapter
The Dark History of Hermit Island
Episode
106: The Legend of Hermit Island. Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
Podcast
National Park After Dark
Discover the story of Hermit Island, where after the death of its owner, a brownstone mining baron, people reported ghostly sightings and a feeling of unease.
33:25 - 35:57 (02:31)
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Island
Summary

Discover the story of Hermit Island, where after the death of its owner, a brownstone mining baron, people reported ghostly sightings and a feeling of unease.

Chapter
The Dark History of Hermit Island
Episode
106: The Legend of Hermit Island. Apostle Islands National Lakeshore.
Podcast
National Park After Dark