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The Ross County 45 WEST FIFTH STREET CHILLICOTHE, OHIO 45601 (740) 772-1936 E-Mail: [email protected] Web Site: www.rosscountyhistorical.org Fall 2012 ISSUE Upcoming Events & Programs Local Connections to War of 1812 2011 Fall Speakers Series Commemorated Commemorating the Civil War Sesquicentennial, the War of 1812 Bicentennial, & More! Wednesday, October 31, 7:30 p.m., “The Buck Stops Here: An Evening with President Harry Truman,” featuring Ken Hammontree, living historian, lecturer, and author, Ashland, Ohio. Wednesday, November 14, 7:30 P.M., “Steve Ball Presents the Songs of the Civil War,” featuring Steve Ball, living historian, musician, and entertainer, Columbus. Thursday, November 28, 7:30 p.m., “Soldering in the Over 70 reenactors and living historians brought Northwestern Army during the War of 1812,” featuring Larry Strayer, author, collector, living historian, Dayton. the War of 1812 to life on the grounds of Adena Mansion & Gardens the weekend of July 21 and 22. The event, which All three programs are open to the general public free of commemorated the bicentennial of Captain Henry Brush’s charge. (Please see page 3 for more details.) militia campaign to re-supply Fort Detroit during the summer of 1812, was co-sponsored by the Adena Mansion & Gardens Society, the Ross County Historical Society, and the Ross/Chillicothe Convention & Visitors Bureau. Feaat the tured were military encampments of authentically uniformed and equipped soldiers and militiamen who conductRoss County Heritage Center ed drills and recreated camp life of the period. Other event Holiday Junior Member Program features included an 1812 period Native American enSaturday, December 1, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. campment, a historical drama inside the Adena Mansion, and displays of War of 1812 artifacts by private collectors. Christmas Open House Twenty-five Ross County Historical Society Junior MemSaturday, December 8, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. bers attending the event (pictured below) experienced what it was like to be a soldier in the war by participating in Volunteer Appreciation Christmas Banquet military drills and other hands-on activities. Friday, December 14, 6:00 p.m. 2012 Holiday Season Programs 2012 Museum Hours April — December: Tuesday — Saturday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Closed major holidays 2012 McKell Library Hours 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday . Closed major holidays A Friendly Reminder The use of articles, photographs, and other items in the Recorder is prohibited without the express written consent of the Board of Trustees of the Ross County Historical Society, 45 W. 5th St. Chillicothe, OH 45601. ***** Fall 2012 — PAGE 2 THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER President’s Report, by Bob Nelson The last two years have certainly been important mile-posts in our nation’s history. Last year was the 150th anniversary of the Civil War and this year is the 200 th anniversary of the War of 1812. Hopefully, you have attended one or more of the outstanding Speaker Series programs that our Director, Tom Kuhn, has organized. I also hope that you have visited the very informative special exhibits that our staff has developed utilizing significant documents and artifacts from our collections. I can also report to you that steady progress is being made on our Artifact Preservation Facility building program. We have been working with our architect and the final construction plans are nearing completion. The old Carriage House is being cleared out in preparation for demolition, and all items that have been preserved there are being be moved to other locations. Finally, our building fund drive is making steady progress. We continue to meet with potential donors and are confident that we will be on schedule to put our project out for bid yet this year. If you have not made your tax deductible contribution to this important project, I would encourage you to do so. Thank you. Director’s Report, by Tom Kuhn Fund Raising Campaign Nearing Goal Thanks to the generosity of so many of our members, friends, and other supporters in the community we are now close to having ninety percent of the funds necessary to begin the construction of our new $315,000 artifact preservation facility. The success of the campaign thus far provides us with the confidence that we will be able to raise the balance by the end of this year, put the project out for bid this coming winter, and begin construction next spring. As I mentioned in my last report, if you are considering making a contribution to our project, we would be happy to have your support. (The contribution reply form below has been provided for your convenience.) Thank you. ***** ***** Welcome New Members The Society welcomes the following new members since the last issue of the Recorder (names are in alphabetical order): John R. Cook & Family Mr. & Mrs. Jeff Higley & Family Leila Martin Martha Oetken Terressa Reep Ann Salomone Diane G. Saxton Jeff & Jennifer Thompson & Family David Tillis Patricia G. Ward New Life Members We welcome the following individuals who have recently become life members of the Ross County Historical Society: Iris Hazelton Joseph Hazelton Noah Schilder Tubbs The Society’s Wish List Artifact Preservation Facility Contribution Reply Form Ross County Historical Society 45 West Fifth Street Chillicothe, Ohio 45601 Yes, I/we will support the Ross County Historical Society’s Artifact Preservation Facility Construction Project. Enclosed is my/our taxdeductible contribution for the following amount: $_______________. Contribution Categories ___Benefactor’s Club $100,000 and over ___Director’s Club $50,000 — $99,999 ___Curator’s Club $10,000 — $49,999 ___Conservator’s Club $5,000 — $9,999 ___Registrar’s Club $1,000 — $4,999 ___ Preservationist’s Club $500 — $999 ___Collector’s Club $100 — $499 ___Curatorial Assistant’s Club $10 — $99 Donations of everyday items such as tools and other types of equipment help our staff and volunteers complete a multitude of projects. Recently, the Society received a wheelbarrow from Pat & Al Heierman — thank you. If you, or anyone you know, have any of the following items to donate to the Society, please call 772-1936. (We would be happy to make arrangements to pick up your donation.) (Please make your check payable to the Ross County Historical Society. If you choose to donate appreciated stock, please contact our office. 1. 2. 3. City & State________________________________ Zip___________ Hand tools in good condition (all types) Gas or electric powered leaf blower Desktop computer (PC) with at least a 200 GB hard drive I/we also wish to pledge an additional gift of $______________ by the following date______________. Name___________________________________________________ Address_________________________________________________ ___I choose not to be publicly recognized for my gift. THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER Fall 2012 — PAGE 3 Fall Speakers Series 2012 Ross County Historical Society 45 West Fifth St., Chillicothe Free & Open to the Public Commemorating the Civil War Sesquicentennial The Buck Stops Here: An Evening with Harry Truman Featuring Kenneth Neff Hammontree, Living History Productions, Ashland, Ohio. Wednesday, October 31, 7:30 p.m. Ken Hammontree has entertained and enlightened us on a number of previous occasions as Simon Kenton, Tecumseh, Meriwether Lewis, and General George Patton. In keeping with the current presidential campaign season, he will appear this time as Harry S. Truman, 33rd President of the United States. The weight of the world seemed to fall on Truman’s shoulders when he inherited a host of wartime problems to solve following the death of Franklin Roosevelt on April 12, 1945. Without much time to prepare, he made some of the most crucial decisions in history, including the order to drop atomic bombs on Japan. Hammontree will tell the compelling story of a president who meant it when he said, “The Buck Stops Here.” Steve Ball Presents the Songs of the Civil War Featuring Steve Ball, living historian, musician, and entertainer, Columbus. Wednesday, November 14, 7:30 p.m. The last time he was here, two years ago, he performed to a packed house. Now Steve Ball will return for another enjoyable evening of Civil War era music. Steve has been a musician and singer for over 40 years. For the past twelve of those, he has been combining his love of music with his interest in Civil War history performing at numerous Civil War events, festivals and reenactments across Ohio. His program narrates the creation of many of the popular tunes of that period and includes interesting tales about the people who wrote them. Many of these tunes are still heard today. Steve will present many of the favorites from his last trip here as well as others he has recently added to his repertoire. Please plan to join us for another enjoyable evening of history through music. Soldering in the Northwestern Army during the War of 1812 Featuring Larry Strayer, author, collector, living historian, Dayton. Wednesday, November 28, 7:30 p.m. Larry Strayer is a well-known author, reenactor, and member of the First Regiment Volunteers, an authentic and dedicated group of War of 1812 living historians from greater Ohio, who recently participated in the Brush's Company bicentennial event at Adena Mansion. He has done extensive reading in primary accounts regarding Ohio troops and their material culture during this often overshadowed conflict. Larry will be attired and accoutered as an Ohio volunteer from the War of 1812 and will speak on the life of the common soldiers in the Northwestern Army, including an outline on Ohio's volunteers, enrolled militia, and U.S. Regulars organized within the Buckeye State from 1812-1814. THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER Fall 2012 — PAGE 4 From the Archives, by Pat Medert World’s Fairs have been held periodically for more than 150 years. The first took place in 1851 in London under the auspices of Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria. It was known as “The Great Exhibition of the Works of Industry of All Nations” and proved to be an excellent venue for countries to gain worldwide recognition for their industrial and cultural accomplishments. Publications about this and successive expositions provide vivid descriptions of the sites where the fairs were held and knowledge of the advancements that had been made in industry, agriculture, and social development. In the McKell Library, there are books about the fairs held in 1851, 1876, 1893, 1904, 1934, and 1939. By far, the fair most written about was the Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893. There are more than ten titles in the library and archives on this subject. During the late 1880s, plans for a fair to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the discovery of the New World by Christopher Columbus in 1492 were being developed in this country. On Dec. 24, 1890, President Benjamin Harrison issued a proclamation announcing the selection of Chicago as the city where the Columbian Exposition would open in October 1892. Planners for the exposition had only two years to prepare a site and to construct the necessary buildings for the exhibits. The site selected was 633 undeveloped acres on the southern shores of Lake Michigan. Nationally known architects were asked to submit plans featuring the BeauxArts style for the 14 massive exhibit halls, each of which would specialize in international exhibits showcasing transportation, mining, manufacturing, electricity, agriculture, machinery, and many other areas of interest. Frederick Law Olmsted, the country’s leading landscape architect best known for his layout of Central Park in New York City, was hired to design the landscaping of the grounds. Manufacturers & Liberal Arts Building Interior of the Manufacturers & Liberal Arts Building Pictured above is the Agricultural Building, one of the 14 massive exhibit halls, with Lake Michigan to the left. The exterior walls of all the main structures were covered in white stucco; therefore, the site became known as “The White City”. The floor space of the combined structures was 63 million square feet. In addition to the large exhibit buildings, there were 200 other buildings on the grounds. At their own expense, foreign countries erected twenty-three of the structures, and the individual states of the U. S. and its territories built forty-three. The Ohio Building did not house exhibits, but was a comfort station for visitors. It had numerous elegantly furnished rooms, including a drawing room, separate parlors for ladies and gentlemen, and reading rooms. An interior gallery surrounded the second floor and had doors that led out onto balconies. In front of the building was a bronze, granite, and limestone sculpture designed by Levi Tucker Scofield, of Cincinnati, for the exposition. It was titled “These Are My Jewels” and featured famous Ohio political and military men from the Civil War: Ulysses S. Grant, William T. Sherman, Philip Sheridan, James A. Garfield, Salmon P. Chase and Edwin Stanton. At the conclusion of the fair, the sculpture was taken to Columbus and placed on the statehouse grounds. A seventh statue, that of Rutherford B. Hayes, was added to the group. continued on next page... Fall 2012 — PAGE 5 THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER ...continued from the previous page The Ferris Wheel, a staple of today’s carnivals, fairs, and theme parks, made its first appearance at the Chicago fair. It was designed by George Ferris and was the centerpiece of the Midway. The wheel was 264 feet in diameter and carried 36 cars. Each car measured 24 by 13 feet by 10 feet high and would hold 60 passengers, only 38 of which could be seated. For 50 cents, a patron could make one revolution with six stops to allow riders to board the cars and then make a non-stop revolution, which took nine minutes. The Ferris Wheel was so popular that it seldom provided a ride with less than its full capacity of 2160 people. The Ohio Building with “These Are My Jewels” monument Located outside the main area was the Midway Plaisance which provided entertainment with its representations of German, Dutch, Austrian, Turkish, and Indian villages and Moravian and Irish castles, as well as animal shows and balloon rides. Austrian Village on the Midway Dedication ceremonies for the Columbian Exposition took place on Oct. 21, 1892, but the opening of the fair was delayed until May 1, 1893. Bad weather, labor problems, and the enormity of the undertaking made it impossible to complete the work by the scheduled date. Chicago became the vacation destination for millions of American and foreign visitors during the summer and fall. Many vacationers from Chillicothe and Ross County were among the attendees. Vacationers riding on elevated railways and electric boats that traversed the canals and lagoons could see the displays they had selected from the 65,000 exhibits available. By the time the fair closed on Oct. 31, more than 27,000,000 people had attended the fair. Many new products were introduced at the Columbian Exposition and some remain popular to this day. These include carbonated soda, the zipper, Aunt Jemima’s syrup, Cracker Jacks, Cream of Wheat, Juicy Fruit gum, and Pabst Blue Ribbon beer. The Ferris Wheel Sites for World’s Fairs are not developed with permanence as the goal. Once the fair is over, evidence of its existence gradually disappears. (The Eiffel Tower from the Paris World’s Fair in 1889 and the Space Needle in Seattle which hosted the fair in 1962 are exceptions.) Such was the case with The White City. The only building remaining from the exposition is the Palace of Fine Arts which was renovated and is now occupied by the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. (The illustrations were taken from The Magic City and Midway Plaisance and Shepp’s World’s Fair Photographed.) ***** Fall 2012 — PAGE 6 THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER From the Photo Archives, by Lisa Uhrig Photos of Ross County Towns Recently Donated Recently added to the photo archives was a collection of images of the Londonderry and Richmond Dale areas. We are always interested in obtaining photographs of the small towns in Ross County, including people, buildings, bridges, schools, etc. If you have any photos to share, please contact us at 740-772-1936. If you do not want to donate the original photographs, we would be more than happy to scan the image and return your originals. Liberty Township High School (Londonderry) Girls Basketball Team, c. 1930. Front Row: Marilla Thomas, Lucille Bethel, Luella Graves, Genevieve Perry, Leoria Graves, Lucille Thomas. Back Row: J.G. White – coach & principal, Katie Jones, Marjorie Dixon, Opal Elliott, Alice Climer, June Hollcomb. Londonderry Elementary School, c. 1905. This building was located on Vigo Road and later burned. The building on the right was the Township Hall. Dixon Mill on Salt Creek, east of Londonderry on Dixon Mill Road, c. 1915. Friends Church (Quakers), Londonderry, Ohio, c. 1905, Homer Dixon – teacher. The banner the young men are holding reads “Ever Ready Class”, which was the young people’s Sunday School Class. ***** Gillespieville (later renamed Londonderry) Main Street, c. Higby Road Bridge showing the damages of the 1893 1910 Flood. ***** THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER Recent Acquisitions of the Museum and Library (Listed in order received since the last issue of the Recorder) 55. Book – Ranck; the history of the Ranck family of Ross County, written & donated by P.J. & Nancy Frampton Ranck. 56. Photograph – Hope Town School, 1909, donated by Chris Diehl. 57. City Directories – (2) Chillicothe, Ohio, 1980 & 1985, Anonymous Donation. 58. Commemorative Medallion – “Official Civil War Centennial Commission Commemorative Medallion”, c. 1961, donated by William Martin. 59. Political Pin – “I.K.E.”, c. 1952 (pictured at right), donated by Helen Phillips. 60. DVD – “Vision The Ports Future Project”, directed & produced by Casey Howard, in association with the Ohio University, donated by Ohio University. 61. Photograph – portrait of Chief Justice Celebrezze, donated by Deborah Engleman. 62. Photographs – (16) Sesquicentennial Parade, 1938, donated by Caroline Noble Whitten. 63. Book – Jefferson’s Children: The Story of One American Family, published by Random House, 2000, donated by Helen Phillips. 64. Photograph – (copy) Luther Montgomery Maddy, Sr., age five, 1912, donated by Maxine Holte. 65. Depression Ware – (9 pieces) 1930s, donated by Linda Herrnstein. 66. Toys – (6) doll house furniture & tea set; Fraternal Items — Masonic apron, (pictured at right) fez, and tie clasp, donated by Terry Fout. 67. Mortar & Pestle – early 20th century; Lusterware – (4) pitchers donated by Darwin Drake 68. Wooden Planes – (7) various types, local dealers markers, early to mid 19th century, donated by Roy Ebersole. 69. Photograph – of Merit Shoe Company, Chillicothe, OH, c. 1950, donated by Lynn & Norma Jean Carter. 70. Shoe Dubbing – WWII Army issue (shoe polish); Photographs – local events, 1996 & 2003, donated by Al & Pat Heierman. 71. Book – The Wilderness Warrior, by Douglas Brinkley, 2009, donated by Jean Foor. 72. Yearbooks – (2) Uniotoan, 1955 & 1956, donated by RCHS Purchase. 73. Christmas Decorations and Cards – c. 2010; Postcard & Ornament – Ohio Bicentennial, 2003; Quarters in case – “Fifty State Commemorative Quarters”, 2008; Booklet – The Ateco Cake Decorating Tools, donated by Jane Hilty. 74. Clothing – children’s, 1925; Uniforms & Accessories – Cub Scouts, 1978; Books, Sheet Music & other items, donated by Jane Mitten. 75. Book – Sociology and Modern Social Problems, 1925; Catalogs & Stamp Booklet -- merchandise for redeeming Green Stamps & True Value Stamps, 1950 & 1956; Printed Material & Manuscripts – speeches given to The Sunset Club, 1912 – 1964, donated by Ivan Reed. 76. Scrapbook – newspaper articles about WWII and President Truman, donated by Patricia Griffith Burnett. 77. Flags – (2) “WE Remember 9/11”, 2012, donated by James Bliven. 78. Sheet Music – various titles and dates, donated by Vicki Cox. 79. Carpet Cart – c. 1900, from Cruit’s Furniture Store, Chillicothe, Ohio, donated by Mashall Baum. 80. Box of M & M candies – with presidential seal & stamped signature of Bill Clinton, c. 1993, donated by Bernard McNeely. ***** Fall 2012 — PAGE 7 The Ross County Historical Society Welcomes __ New Member __ Renewal Name________________________ Address______________________ City, State, Zip________________ Phone_______________________ Date_________________________ Are you interested in volunteer work? Yes__ No__ I have enclosed a check made out to the Ross County Historical Society for $___________________. ( ) My employer will match this gift. Employer’s name:_______________ _____________________________ MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP Junior (12 & under) ......... $10.( ) Teacher ........................... 15.( ) Individual ......................... 20.( ) Family ............................. 30.( ) Contributing..................... 75.( ) Group/Club or Business ......................... 100.( ) CONTINUING MEMBERSHIP Life (per person).............. 500.( ) Patron ............................. 750.( ) Benefactor ...................... 1,000.( ) Your benefits as a member of the Ross County Historical Society include: Quarterly newsletter 10% discount in museum store Free admission for museum visits by member and out-oftown guests Free admission to many Society programs Reduced fees for workshops and special programs The Ross County Historical Society is a non-profit 501(c)(3) institution. Your gift may be tax deductible Please make checks payable to: THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 45 West Fifth Street Chillicothe, Ohio 45601-3227 (740) 772-1936 Non-Profit Org., U.S. Postage Ross County Historical Society PAID 45 West Fifth Street Chillicothe, Ohio 45601-3227 Chillicothe, Oh 45601 Permit No. 230 NEWSLETTER DATED MATERIAL • OPEN AT ONCE Fall 2012 — PAGE 8 Officers and Trustees of the Ross County Historical Society Bob Nelson................................ President Henry Herrnstein ......... 1st Vice President Erc Picciano ............... 2nd Vice President Tim Barada................................ Secretary Bob Casari ................................Treasurer Tom Kuhn ................... Executive Director Ron Bowen................................... Trustee Vic Cleary ..................................... Trustee Lewis Coppel................................ Trustee Alan Davis .................................... Trustee Richard Enderlin ........................... Trustee Chris Harrod ................................. Trustee Robin McKell ................................ Trustee Pat Medert.................................... Trustee Laversa Motes .............................. Trustee Julia Pierson................................. Trustee THE ROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY RECORDER The RCHS Welcomes Junior Member... Name_____________________________Telephone # ____________ Address __________________________________________________ City________________________State______Zip Code ____________ Birthdate_______________________Grade in School _____________ Parent/Guardian’s Name _____________________________________ Parent/Guardian’s Signature __________________________________ What are your hobbies? _____________________________________ Are your parents members of the Historical Society? - Yes Is this a gift membership? - Yes - No - No From Whom?______________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________ Please send $10 with this form to The Ross County Historical Society 45 W Fifth Street Chillicothe, OH 45601-3227
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