The Struggle Is Real

Margaret Elizabeth McCabe, beloved wife of wealthy industrialist C. Hiram McCabe, was buried in her finest dress. The ruby earrings, emerald broach and pearl necklace complimented the diamond ring on her left hand. This rumor circulated among Baltimore’s undesirables in 1876 when Silas Odgen heard it.

Silas procured bodies for medical research a local hospitals. The pay was sporadic, the work backbreaking. Visiting Margaret would reap financial spoils without any heavy lifting.

The full moon that night meant Silas must work quickly. This coffin felt lighter than the others. Minimal effort was needed to release it from the earthen grip. When opened, Silas was shocked to see Margaret was absent, replaced with tattered fabric, mostly on the lid’s silken lining. There appears to have been a struggle, a prolonged violent struggle.

As Silas was bent over, a dark force knocked him into the coffin. The top slammed shut. Muffled cries were heard while it was lowered back into the freshly dug grave.

C. Hiram McCabe never married. His wealth was not from astute business practices. His fortune was gained from making a deal with the devil. Silas was just one more soul C. needed to pay down his evil debt.