VOICE FROM THE DEAD.

Taranaki Daily News, 16 September 1924, Page 5

VOICE FROM THE DEAD.

SPIRIT OF NORTHCLIFFEi MESSAGE TO SECRETARY A REMARKABLE STORY. By Telegraph—Press Assn.—Copyright. London, Sept. 14. A sensation has been caused in psychic circles by a report that Lord Northcliffe is sending spirit messages to Miss Owen, who fOr 20 years was his private secretary and confidential friend. Mr. Swaffer, editor of the newspaper The People, which is publishing Miss Owen’s story, states that Miss Owen is practical-minded and unlikely to imagine things. After hearing that Sir Arthur Conan Doyle had spoken to Lord Northcliffe she attended a seance conducted by Mrs. Osborne Leonard, of the London College of Psychic Science, who was not aware that Miss Owen knew Lord Northcliffe. Immediately the medium went into a trance her speech revealed Lord Northcliffe who spoke for two hours. He referred to relatives and to members of his staff. He said he was distressed about the litigation over his will. MEETING WONDERFUL PEOPLE. Lord Northcliffe’s voice continued: “I meet wonderful people from the earth. I was with Joseph Conrad when he passed over. I am as active here as on earth; I must be up and doing. I am glad I passed over. I was disappointed at first because there were so many earthly things to complete.” He referred to how tired he was. He was unable to think or write, everything was confused and distorted. If he had notpassed over he would not have regained perfect health. His muscles, which were flabby and floppy, were not tight and firm. He added: “I had the idea we over here floated about, wearing flowing robes. I am wearing a grey flannel suit similar to those you often saw me wear, a soft collar, and a soft shirt. I have even finger nails. It is wonderful feeling always fit and never depressed. We have no money, but work things out in kind. I have worked for my suit. WOULD NOT RETURN. “I would not return to earth. I am quite happy here. I liked the pink flowers you placed on my grave. Keep plenty of flowers in your room in future as I’m often there. You will be glad to know I have chosen a country home. I dislike great cities without sunshine. I have a beautiful home with flower beds and even conservatories. Don’t chew the end of your pencil when you write. Juicy figs are much better.” Concluding, Lord Northcliffe’s voice said: “My power is going but I won’t say good-bye. I will be with you again. Bless you.”