The Vanishing Hitchhiker of Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, a bustling metropolis with a rich history, is also home to one of the most enduring urban legends in America: the Vanishing Hitchhiker. This ghostly figure, often seen along Archer Avenue, is said to be the spirit of a young woman who died tragically in the 1930s. Known as "Resurrection Mary," she has been the subject of countless eyewitness accounts and has become an integral part of Chicago’s mythos.
The accounts typically begin with a motorist driving along Archer Avenue late at night. They notice a young woman, dressed in a white gown, walking along the side of the road. The driver stops to offer her a ride, and she accepts, saying she needs to get to Resurrection Cemetery. During the drive, the woman is quiet, often staring out the window. As they approach the ce...
