EASTERTIDINGS: Hither is a fresh pic of some fresh blooms of the genus Narcissus captured this a.m. Avril is one of my favorite months. Out of the darkness of the winter springs the warm light of new life.
A week or so ago I did an article in "Faces" about Wayne "Wiener" Boone. Coincidently, he passed away last weekend at the tender age of 68. His family, and mine, are good friends. They lived just across Perry street from us when I was a youngster. We shared our homes - and our lives. Wayne's younger brother, Tom, was a very good friend of mine. He, also, died young (58) several years back. I own some very good memories of these folks. I don't mourn their passage - but celebrate their lives for having made mine richer.
Amen.
ONE RM W/A SCHOOL: Talk about great photographs - this is certainly one. This is compliments of Betty and Warren Brill of the Brownhelm Historical/Vermilion Area Archival Societies.
This is a photograph of the children who attended the old one-room schoolhouse that stood on the southeast corner of Mason and Cherry Roads in Vermilion Township. The shadows were frozen on what appears to be a warm day in the year 1920.
We are fortunate in the fact that someone took the time to identify everyone in this photograph and place that info on the back of the pic.
Here is that information (Incidently, the numbers by the names refer to their respective school grades.):
I knew, perhaps, six of the folks in this photo. And of that six I knew 3 quite well; Dan Boone, his brother Alva, and Regina Kamp Whitt.
I knew "Gina" Kamp Whitt because I got to know her husband, Richard, quite well from the Olympic Outing Club. Actually, I learned more about her after both her and Richard were gone. Gina was, obviously, an attractive lady. What I didn't know until later was that she was a local beauty queen. When I knew her she had suffered a series of strokes and was notably disabled.
The Boones, as I've already mentioned, were family friends. Dan was the father of Jake, Laura, and Elizabeth "Beegee". And Alvie was the father of Harry, Bob, Wayne, Doris, and Tom. I would be interested in knowing where the Boone family lived when this pic was taken.
In time Herman Greenhoe (Shirley Lehky's father) would own the school. It stood on the corner until, perhaps, sometime in the 1970's.
This is a wonderful photograph.
WOMEN ON HORSEBACK: This is a curious photograph that was among the many that California resident Bobbi Riley sent me along with the Fischer/Wilber family photographs that have appeared in past issues of "Views".
I toss it in the proverbial mix here because Bobbi couldn't i.d. the locale or the people in the picture, and neither can I.
It's a curious photograph because of all the women on horseback. But it's also curious because of the creek and the house in the background (with the two folks on the porch). Where could it be?
I'm thinking that because some of the Fischer and Wilber family histories that it could be in or around the Berlin Heights area or - near Swift's hollow.
It's a longshot, but perhaps someone will recognize it.
LSE LINWOOD SIDING: Interurban historian, Dennis Lamont, sent me this (recent) photo of that which remains of the electric siding for Linwood Park east of Vermilion. In a few words, it ain't no more.
This pic was,essentially, in response to my grousing about my perception that: "Generally, very few people care about local history and/or artifacts."
The site of this siding is a prime example of that caring.
C'est la vie!
THE MARTIN BOYS: My friend, Jill Martin Young, forwarded me this beauty last evening. I don't believe I've made much mention of this - but Glenn "G.P." Martin came from a family with enough brothers to make up their own baseball team. And somewhere, 'mongst the piles of my disorganized organized writing reference materials I have the names of these men. But, in any case, this is them. This is them surrounding their mother. Glenn is the last fellow (standing) on the right.
There were nine brothers. One fellow is a nephew/grandson, and one (Jill supposes) is just a friend.
If I'm not too far off I believe that the family was from the Norwalk, Ohio area.
This will not be the last time folks will see this photograph. This is an interesting family.
LSE #160: Another pic from Dennis Lamont. Some "Viewers" may recall that some weeks back an aerial pic of the Maurer Farm appeared. And in that pic there was the remains of an old Lake Shore Electric car behind the barn. Dennis and his brother were allowed to salvage some things from the car before it was destroyed. Well, this is that car.
Dennis told me that"....according to the moving records, the Miller Bros. purchased the body from the LSE in Sandusky and moved it to the Maurer farm in 1939 for a grand total of $184.15, of which $45.00 was for hauling."
Neat!
WHAT'S A FOOT: "The Music Man". It will be presented April 27, 28, 29 at 7:30 pm in the VHS auditorium. This show has many wonderful songs, lots of laughs, a fantastic set and energetic performances by over 50 VHS students along with several SMS students! It's a great evening the entire family willl enjoy. Tickets are now available at Romp's Marina Store or by calling Mrs. Carrie Gabriel at 967-4342 or 967-7884. Adults: $9, Students/Senior Citizens: $7. Any remaining tickets will be available at the door on the nights of the show.
The Vermilion Area Archival Society 2006 Historic Calendar featuring Vermilion's fishing industry is always available from myself, Sandy Neiding and Brummer's Candy Shop. While noting that these are calendars - please also note that they are collectors' items. This means that they're good for 100 years. These are new calendars that feature Vermilion's fishing industry. Anyone interested in one of the calendars can also contact me. They cost $5.00. Shipping and handling for out-of-town mailing is about $1.35. There only a few left. So get on it folks!
Also note that there are (unfortunately) some mistakes on the calendar. The name of Sue Backus under the "Business and Corporate Sponsors" heading is spelled incorrectly. And the month of March is listed incorrectly as being "2005". The days of the actual month, however, are correct for 2006.
Keep an eye out here for more activities sponsored by the "Archival Society". One significant thing coming up in the near future will be another talk with Vermilion native Hank Fischer - plus many other things. So stay with us.
Please take the time to visit (or re-visit) the Hope Children's Home site linked below because there are some additions there that you might find interesting. With all the bad things happening on the "dark continent" it's really nice to know that there are some places where the light does shine brightly. Please keep in mind that the needs of Hope Children's Home are on-going. Contributions to that home may be made to Larry Hohler in New York.
CLASS REUNION UPDATES: Here's some new items: Bob Ferry, is heading up the VHS Class Reunion for 1987...20 years. (More on that at a later date).
Attention VHS Class of 1976. Youur 30th Reunion is upon near! It will be on June 17th, 2006@the Vermilion Boat Club 7:30 pm to Midnight.Pass the word. You can call Janet@967-4915 with addresses of fellow classmates or Email:jantanze@aol.com. The mailing address is:VHS Class of 1976 PO Box #872 Vermilion, OH 44089.
If something changes you'll see it here.
Some folks use this page as a portal to the Classes of '60 to '62 webpage I'm placing the link back here. But it would be a very wise move if folks involved with that page made a note of its URL and posted it in their notes as well as those contacting their classmates.
I was unaware of it but more than just a few folks do use this site as a link to their respective class sites - so - here's the VHS Class of 1959's site back for your convenience too: Remember that site is located at: Class of '59 and it'll be updated it as Roger (Boughton) receives enough new pictures and information from classmates to make it worth reading. So send him any information that you would like to share with other classmates and he'll put it up for all to see and view.
It is my understanding that some of these links are not working, or not working well. If so it is a technical problem belonging to the respective parties operating those webpages.
The Beat Goes On: The page is generated by the dreaded Macintosh Computer and is written and designed by (me) Rich Tarrant. It will change weekly ~ usually on Saturday. Bookmark the URL (Universal Resource Locater) and come back at your own leisure. Send the page to your friends (and enemies if you wish). If you have something to share with those who visit this page, pass it on. And if you see something that is in need of correction do the same. My sister, Nancy, is a great help in that respect. It only takes me a week to get things right. And follow the bookmarks. You might find something you like. If you experience a problem with them let me know. Also, if you want to see past editions of this eZine check the new archives links below.
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Vol.4, Issue 4, April 15, 2006
© 2005 Rich Tarrant