. In 1928, the quiet town of Earling, Iowa, became the site of a 23-day spiritual battle that remains one of the most documented and harrowing exorcisms in U.S. history. The Case Profile: The Victim: A 46-year-old woman from Marathon, Wisconsin, who had reportedly suffered from "possessions" since the age of 14. The Symptoms: Witnesses reported terrifying behavior, including levitation, inhuman strength, speaking in unknown languages (Latin, Polish), and a violent aversion to holy water and blessed food. The Ritual: Led by Father Theophilus Riesinger at a secretive Franciscan convent, the exorcism lasted through three grueling sessions until December 23, 1928. Legacy in Pop Culture: While many associate the 1973 film