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Prior to her death in August 1885, Violet attempted to take her life by drowning herself in the family cistern. That date was on:

A) January 5, 1882
B) July 4, 1884
C) July 5, 1885
D) August 19, 1887
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Answer: C) On July 5, 1885, Violet attempted to drown herself in the water cistern. However, her father Thomas pulled her out. She was then placed on a suicide watch, called a “careful watch,” by Dr. Robert J. Gregg. Primarily, she stayed in a room with her mother Anna and younger sister Lillian until she found a way to end her life on August 19, 1885.
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On November 25, 1867, while serving under the U.S. Army quartermaster in Alaska, Thomas embarked on a new chapter by being elected councilman. But which city or town did he have the honor of representing? 🤔

A. Sitka
B. Fairbanks
C. Ketchikan
D. Anchorage
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Answer: A. Sitka.
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On November 22, 1889, the oldest Whaley son, Francis, and his wife Susan welcomed a daughter into the world. Sadly, her life was cut short at just seven years old. This tragic coincidence intrigues paranormal enthusiasts, especially regarding her namesake. Can you guess her name? 🤔

A. Anna Violet Whaley
B. Marion Eloise Whaley
C. Theresa Eloise Whaley
D. Anna Marion Whaley
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Answer: C. Theresa Eloise. Eloise was the middle name of Violet and Marion, members of the Whaley family who, sadly, also passed away too soon.
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Step into a fascinating journey of history with our Whaley House Daytime Self-Guided Tour! 🏡 Explore at your own pace and immerse yourself in the rich stories and intriguing past of one of America's most iconic historic homes. Discover the unique architecture and uncover the mysteries that lie within each room.
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Thank you, Tarea Marks, for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience with Shep as your tour guide. We can't wait to welcome you back for another tour in the fall! 🍂
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Ready to experience the magic for yourself? Book your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable adventure! Learn more here ⬆️ @WhaleyHouseSD
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Following the tragic and sudden loss of Violet, Thomas Whaley started building a new home in New Town (Downtown San Diego) in November of 1885. The family enjoyed the house for just a short while before Thomas passed away. Do you know what year he died?

A. 1893
B. 1913
C. 1889
D. 1890

Answer: D. Thomas Whaley's story came to a close on December 14, 1890, leaving behind a legacy that continues to intrigue us today.
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🎖️ This Veterans Day, we're honoring our veterans with free admission to The Whaley House! Please note that this offer is exclusively for veterans. Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸
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🎖️ This upcoming Veterans Day, we're excited to honor our veterans with free admission to The Whaley House! Please remember that this offer is for veterans only. Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸

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We faced a tough decision, but we're thrilled to announce Kona Pugcasso, painting Chubby, Thomas Whaley’s beloved pug, as the winner of our first Chubby Whaley photo contest! 🎉 Huge thanks to our runners-up for their amazing photos and participation. 🐾 We loved every entry! Stay tuned for more fun contests. 📸✨

Get ready for some great news! 🎉 We'll be reaching out via email to arrange the delivery of your prize. But that's not all—thanks to your participation, we're thrilled to announce a donation to the @pugrescuesandiego on behalf of all of you! 🐾

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