Professor Smith's journal contains a retelling of strange events that occurred 30 years ago, in the spring of 1893. 

Two headlines in the Saturday morning newspapers catch the attention of the investigators: "Man dies three times in one night", and "Professor's home burns". 

Professor Smith mentions the Sedefkar Simulacrum and pleads with the investigators to continue the search that he can no longer undertake.

Professor Smith gives a talk on "hauntings", offering a scientific approach to the study of paranormal phenomena. Through careful examination of three hauntings recorded on photographs and film, he deduces that there may be other worlds and dimensions just beyond our reach and understanding.

The lecture's message is challenged by the Turk Mehmet Makryat, who claims that following science without regard to the Old Ways is dangerous and can lead to tragedy. The heroes get a chance to meet prof. Smith after the lecture and discuss his experience and conclusions.