"Jack O'" Halloween Ornament by Thomas Glenn Holidays
Theories hold that the tradition of making jack-o'-lanterns started in Ireland. During the 1800's, turnips were hollowed out to be used as lanterns during Halloween. Faces - often garish - were carved into the turnips. They were placed in windows or doorways to scare off "Stingy Jack" or other evil spirits. "Stingy Jack" is an Irish myth about a man who invited the Devil to have a drink with him. Since Jack was stingy, he did not want to pay for the drink, so he persuaded