Issue #166 - The New Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot

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The Ministry does not currently have any means of tracking the 'arrival' of new ghostly citizens. How many other ghosts have been left forgotten in Muggle areas? What do you think of the idea of a lycanthropic ghost?

Jameshill: The Forgotten Ghost Mr. Lupus Jameshill was the oldest son of hospital director Charles Jameshill and his wife, Cassandra Jameshill nee Vablatsky. He was engaged to be married to Xena Fisk, younger sister of the current Minister's wife, and worked for several years as a successful auror - until he was murdered in February of 1881 by a rogue werewolf. For many years, that was where his story ended - but recently, there have been some rumors that this may not really have been the end of the story at all! An old schoolmate of Mr. Jameshill's reportedly saw him in the countryside several months ago. She at first dismissed the occurance as merely having sighted someone who looked like Mr. Jameshill, but as time goes on she has become more and more resolute - the likeness, she said, was uncanny, and she really believes she has seen him! Unfortunately, she has been unable to track him down again after that first encounter, but now believes she may in fact have crossed paths with Mr. Jameshill's ghost! A photograph of Mr. Jameshill from before his murder in 1881 The exact whereabouts of Mr. Jameshill's death have not been widely publicized, but given the nature of his final moments, it seems entirely likely that his ghost may be "stuck," so to speak, in more rural, Muggle-heavy areas, and may not have been noticed in the initial period following his death - particularly given that his grief-stricken family relocated to London shortly after his murder. Although several spirits have gained the ability to go through the world as they please, experts state that this requires a good deal of energy and control, and often is not possible for years following the deceased's passing. Perhaps Mr. Jameshill's ghost is only just now capable of making his way into more populous areas? More intriguing still is the matter of how Mr. Jameshill died: since he was killed by a werewolf, is it possible that his ghost is now infected by lycanthropy? Noted spiritual aficionado Basil Woppleton said it was possible. "The real question there would be when he, er, died - in relation to what was going on in the attack," Mr. Woppleton told reporters. "If he died before being bitten, due to trauma, then there wouldn't be any lingering affects of that sort." But if Mr. Jameshill was bitten first, and some minutes later died of his wounds? "There isn't any precedent for lycanthropic ghosts, that we know of," Mr. Woppleton admitted. "But we do see spirits carrying out traits they earned in death, as in the case of the Gryffindor house ghost. It may be possible. If Mr. Jameshill's ghost was afflicted, though, he would almost certainly pose no threat to anyone - living or dead." Because ghosts, unlike poltergeists, are unable to touch or manipulate physical objects, a spectral werewolf would be incapable of biting anyone and conveying the disease. "Though I admit that it would be rather terrifying to watch," Mr. Woppleton allowed. Mr. Jameshill's younger brother, Barnabas Jameshill (who has followed in his brother's footsteps as an auror), did not seem to take the idea of a ghostly variant of his deceased brother very seriously, when asked for comment.

@'Lupus Jameshill' @'Charles Jameshill' @'Theodoric Jameshill' @'Xena Fisk'

  

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The Illustrious Lucius Lestrange: Newly Appointed Chief Warlock of the Wizengamot!

While the Lestrange name is well-known and respected throughout society, it is a name that has been on the tips of our tongues a great deal more frequently in recent days. This, as most of our readers are surely already aware, is due to the family's patriarch, Mr. Lucius Lestrange, replacing the late Herschel Dawlish as the Wizengamot's Chief Warlock. Unfortunately, Mr. Lestrange was unavailable for an interview but we still have plenty of interesting facts to share with our readers! The Chief Warlock in his younger years looking rather dashing. Mr. Lucius Lestrange began his Ministry career in 1848 when he joined the Department of Mysteries as an Unspeakable. Just under ten years later he rose to Assistant Head of the Department, and a mere three years later he takes over as Head of the Department of Mysteries, the very same year that he joined the Wizengamot. He left the Department of Mysteries in 1876 but maintained influence in the department in the subsequent years. It is not only in his career that Lucius Lestrange is well connected and distinguished: his father was a highly regarded figure in the Ministry of Magic himself; his sister was the celebrated socialite and tragically late, Mrs. Olivia Pendergast; those who follow the Quidditch League will be aware that the seeker for the Chudley Cannons is his son, Cassius Lestrange; and his very own wife, whom he wed only a year ago, is the current Head of the Department of Mysteries! As with most families, however, the Lestranges have their share of questionable and even infamous characters. Perhaps the most notable among them is Tybalt Lestrange, Lucius Lestrange's very own brother whose crimes were so heinous that he was administered the Dementor's Kiss! Supposedly it was Lucius himself who turned his brother in – as Chief Warlock, can we expect his judgement to be equally scrupulous?

His wife and current Head of the Department of Mysteries, Mrs. Belphoebe Lestrange. Some would suggest not! Critics of the Lestrange family claim they – and Lucius Lestrange in particular – are guilty of corruption and nepotism the likes of which are unparalleled. The abnormally fast promotion of Cassius Lestrange from second to first string seeker does seem to support the claim of nepotism, as does the considerable Lestrange presence in the Department of Mysteries over the years. Not only was the Chief Warlock his father's successor in the Department, but his eldest son obtained the position of Assistant Head and vacated it before reaching the age of thirty. Why Claudius Lestrange chose the Experimental Charms Committee over his family's department is a mystery indeed. Of course there is also the matter of Mr. Lestrange's abrupt marriage to the former Miss Trimble who was then and continues to be Head of the Department of Mysteries – likely keeping the position safe for her nephew by marriage. Tiberius Lestrange, son of the aforementioned serial killer Tybalt Lestrange, is currently an Unspeakable himself and is likely being groomed for departmental takeover in the coming years when Mrs. Lestrange suddenly decides retirement suits her. Other information of note is his is status as an animagus, proving he has considerable magical ability - certainly in Transfiguration. It is rumored that he uses his animagus form – a raven – to spy on his adversaries and gain entrance to buildings when the door is not answered swiftly enough. He also recently acquired a third son by his second wife, and his youngest daughter happens to be a metamorphmagus. Possibly the most peculiar of them all is Mr. Lestrange's fondness for the sport of Flobberworm Racing. While most would agree watching flobberworms 'race' each other is an incredibly dull past time, Mr. Lestrange enjoys spending his time attending official races or constructing his own private races in the grounds of his country estate.

@'Lucius Lestrange' @'Belphoebe Lestrange' @'Claudius Lestrange' @'Cassius Lestrange' @'Seneca Lestrange' @'Tiberius Lestrange'

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Miss Shannon, while open about her abilities, has never made claims about overall magical society before! What do our readers think: should we be worried about a fashion apocalypse in the near future?

A Seer's Horrific Glimpse Into the Future of Fashion Witch Weekly recently received a letter from well-known Irish seer, Miss Aisling Shannon, in which she sheds light on the coming fashion disaster in muggle society. While her claims are just that—claims—we've decided to leave it up to our readers to decide whether her words are trustworthy! Witch Weekly, It's been long since I've received a vision that allowed me to retain such vivid details as the one I've received fortnight ago. I have pondered on the meaning, dissecting every detail from the imagery that I can remember, and have come to an astonishing—and frankly, a horrific—conclusion. While the fashion of today is made of stunning fabrics, perfectly-tapered waists, and the classic bustle, fashion going into the next decade is set to take a turn for the worst! My vision specifically included the image of two very horrifically-dressed young ladies as they passed by other ladies and gentlemen who seemed little interested (or concerned!) in their choice of apparel. Their dresses from the waist down lacked any semblance of shape, yet it seemed the focus was meant to be on their upper half! Their figures could only be described as inverted triangles facing each other—how horrific! The puffs on their sleeps, unlike the small ones in today's fashion, had to be as large as their heads! I can imagine no fashion-savvy witch leaving their home in such a disastrous choice of outfit. The magical community has long tired to blend in with their muggle counterparts as to avoid exposing magic to the outside world. However, with many witches and wizards removing themselves from muggle environments, I must urge the our citizens to avoid following the upcoming fashion trends at all costs and return to the traditional garbs we once wore without any concern for silly muggle trends! Signed, Miss Aisling Shannon Tell us, loyal readers: do you believe the world of muggle fashion is heading towards its own doomsday? Let us know by sending in responses!

  

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