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Meet the Friendly Spirits

A Spirited Adventure

Discover the history and mystery of the friendly spirits at Historic Hotel Bethlehem. Share in the stories of our most spirited return guests, and allow us to introduce them to you, one-by-one.

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Friendly Ghosts

Francis “Daddy” Thomas – Bethlehem’s Town Guide

Born in Germany in 1732, Thomas was six when he moved to the colonies. As a young man, he was fearless, often disregarding danger, which he regularly encountered in his job as a courier. 

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Friendly Ghosts

May Yohe – Lady Francis Hope

Born at the Eagle Hotel in April 1866, Mary Augusta Yohe was a vivacious little girl whose grandfather, Caleb Yohe, owned and operated the hotel. From her earliest days, “May” Yohe, as she was called, sang and danced for guests in the hotel lobby.

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Friendly Ghosts

Room with a “Boo” – Ninth Floor

Room 932 has a record of paranormal activity. In one instance, a couple reported being awakened by a man standing at the foot of the bed asking, “Why are you in my room?” But, when they switched on the light, no one was there. 

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Friendly Ghosts

Mrs. Brong – Landlord

In 1833, a committee of the Moravian Church — the owners of the Eagle Hotel — terminated Mr. and Mrs. Brong after six months as “landlords.” Mr. Brong joined any guest for a drink, the bartender often removed him to a nearby bench when he became too inebriated to sit up.

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