Paranormal History
Among the most well-known ghosts is Gertrude Neil, whose horrific death by fire has left her spirit lingering, responding to those who dare to communicate. There is Bubba, a Black man whose brutal murder while handcuffed to a boiler remains one of the underground’s darkest and most sorrowful tales. In the Wolf Hotel dining room, the ghost of Bernard Millet still haunts the space where he took his own life, his voice eerily captured in recordings saying, "pull the trigger."
But they are not alone. Investigators have reported sightings of a young girl, her delicate figure flickering in and out of sight, and a cowboy, forever wandering the underground as if searching for something—or someone. Tom Drake, another spectral presence, is known to make his presence felt, adding to the growing list of spirits said to call this place home.
Whether you come as a skeptic, a historian, or a believer, the Ellinwood Underground has a way of making its presence known.
The Tragic Spirit of Gertrude Neil
The Ellinwood Underground holds many secrets, but few are as haunting as the tragic tale of Gertrude Neil. Her death is one of the few confirmed fatalities within the tunnels, forever binding her spirit to the darkened corridors beneath Ellinwood.
Historical records document Gertrude’s horrifying demise—she was found kneeling in front of a grate when, in a gruesome twist of fate, flames engulfed her. The fire consumed her before anyone could intervene, leaving behind more questions than answers. What was she doing there? Was it a terrible accident or something more sinister?
To this day, paranormal investigators report intelligent interactions with Gertrude’s spirit. Her name has been captured in EVP (Electronic Voice Phenomenon) recordings. The strength of her spirit in strongest in the Barber Shop.
Is Gertrude trying to share her story? Or is she trapped in an eternal loop, reliving her final moments in the underground shadows? Whatever the truth may be, one thing remains certain—Gertrude Neil has never truly left the tunnels.
The Forgotten Soul of Bubba
Beneath the Wolf Hotel, in the dimly lit tunnels of the Ellinwood Underground, a terrible injustice took place—one that still echoes through time. His name is unknown, but out of respect and remembrance, our crew lovingly refers to him as Bubba. His tragic death is confirmed by mortuary records, though the details remain shrouded in mystery and sorrow.
The year was sometime between 1905 and 1910, and Ellinwood was a Sundown Town, where Black individuals were not permitted after dark. Bubba was out past sunset, and in a town governed by strict and oppressive racial laws, that alone sealed his fate. The authorities intended to hold him overnight before transporting him to Great Bend’s segregated jail, as Ellinwood’s jails were for whites only.
The request to house him in the Wolf Hotel was denied. Instead, he was taken into the tunnels below and handcuffed to the boiler in a dark, oppressive space. Sometime between his restraint and the arrival of the authorities the next morning, Bubba was beaten to death. No official records name his killers. No justice was ever served. His story was nearly erased—until now.
Many believe Bubba's spirit remains, a restless presence in the tunnels that once served as his prison and execution site. Some visitors have described an overwhelming feeling of sadness and dread, as if stepping into the room means stepping into his final moments. Paranormal investigators have confirmed a presence in the boiler room, which is believed to be Bubba.
Bubba’s death was a silent injustice, but we refuse to let him be forgotten. His spirit lingers, waiting—perhaps for recognition, perhaps for peace.
His story is now told. But does he still seek justice?
The Lingering Spirit of Bernard Millet
The Wolf Hotel dining room is known for its rich history, but beneath its elegant setting lies the tragic tale of Bernard Millet—a young man whose sorrowful end still lingers in the very place where he took his last breath.
On a fateful evening, Bernard Millet, a traveling salesman, sat alone at a table. He had checked into the Hotel Wolf just hours before, carrying with him the weight of unrequited love and despair. Witnesses later recounted that he seemed troubled, lost in thought. Then, without warning, he pulled a .32 caliber revolver, placed it against his temple, and pulled the trigger.
Despite the severity of his wound, Bernard survived for several hours, clinging to life as stunned onlookers watched. He finally succumbed just before midnight, leaving behind unanswered questions and an energy that refuses to leave the place of his death.
To this day, the entryway remains one of the most paranormally active spaces in the Wolf Hotel. Paranormal investigators have captured a chilling EVP recording, where a disembodied voice whispers:
“pull the trigger.”
Many believe it is Bernard, reliving his final moments, his tormented spirit trapped in an eternal loop. Is Bernard seeking release? Or does his restless soul remain, forever tied to the place where his heartache ended?