Beachcombers c.1945
FROM MY DESTOP TO YOURS: I don’t have any info on the desktop pic this week. I don’t even recall where I acquired the thing. However, I do know what these ladies are doing, and where they’re doing it. They’re cleaning the debris washed up on Main Street Beach. The pic was probably taken in the 1940s. It looks like it’d been a rough winter.
--IT HAPPENS: Thursday afternoon I arrived home from the museum ready to do some important things on my trusty iMac and it was, for some unknown reason, slower than molasses. I mean it was terrible. I tried restarting it and it wouldn’t restart. Later using Georgi’s (my wife’s) iMac I saw what I needed to do: I had to reload the entire operating system from Apple. It took about 12 hours.
So much for trying to keep ahead of things. It’s been awhile since I’ve had any problems with my computer, so I’m not complaining. Ten years ago I would’ve been in a panic. As some are wont say, --it happens.
NOW & THEN: My book “Now & Then” is currently available at the VNPS Museum. Speaking as a trained critic I can honestly say that it is not a great book – but it is pretty. It’s a 8 ˝ x 11 inch tome with 99 pages, half photographs and half text. The text is concise and large. It is a coffee table work. While the subjects are local and historical the text is not as informative as it could be. The book is made for persons to keep on hand to look at – now and then.
Bookmasters, Inc. of Ashland, Ohio, printed the book. It’s available for $15 plus tax and shipping from me.
Historically,
LONG DAY AT THE SHOP
A.C.TARRANT: This is one of my very favorite photographs. It's my brother, Al, when he was a little guy. He'd been diligently working at his little desk behind the type cases at the Vermilion News, and had fallen asleep.
He sleeps upstairs today (in a bed with his parrot at his side).
This is just a wonderful portrait.
VERMILION’S KEEPERS OF THE SCOUT LAW: The history of scouting in Vermilion, O. is quite lengthy. With the exception of just a few months - a lapse caused by the untimely illness of a leader - Vermilion has had a chartered Boy Scout Troop for nearly 100 years.
Vermilion Boy Scout Troop #2 was organized and chartered by the Reverend Mr. W.K. Williams of the First Congregational Church in 1912. Considering the fact Boy Scouts of America had been formally incorporated barely two years earlier Vermilion’s troop was likely among the first of those to be chartered in our nation. And though Rev. Williams only pastored in the community until 1914 his legacy (i.e. that of scouting) has proven to be extremely resilient.
Largely due to the growth of the BSA over the years the designated / chartered troop numbers were changed to reflect the region in which they were / are located. Thus, by March of 1950, when the accompanying photograph was taken, Vermilion’s BSA Troop #2 was known as Troop #313 indicating its location in the “Central Region” of the national organization.
Pictured from left to right are: Lloyd Owen; Assistant Scout Master Ron Neiding; Nelson Parsons receiving the troop charter from BSA District Leader Charles Hupp; Scout Master Franklin Seith; and Assistant Scout Master Dean Rapprich. With the exception of Mr. Hupp all the gentlemen pictured were well known Vermilionites. And all of the men (at least to my knowledge) have now gone to their final jamboree.
Perhaps the best known man in the photo was Nelson Parsons. Aside from being a rather successful businessman (he owned and operated Parsons Fishery) he was also a member of the Village Council in the mid-1950’s. His sons, Rich and Don, and daughter, Patty, and their respective families, continue to be familiar and friendly faces about town. Nelson died at the relatively young age of 60 in 1973 - but his contributions to our community, in scouting and many other matters, were substantial.
Some may remember Lloyd Owen best as a war veteran who served as Chaplain for the local post of the American Legion, as well as his church as a Lay-minister. A man of very good humor, despite his war wounds, he helped more than a few of his fellow veterans, and their families, who found themselves wrestling with the bureaucratic nonsense that is oftentimes a part of acquiring benefits to which they are entitled. Like Mr. Parsons Lloyd’s contributions to our community were substantial. Lloyd’s son, Glenn, no longer lives in Vermillion. But he and his wife, Pat, like many Vermilion expatriates, maintain a keen interest in local affairs from afar.
Although Dean Rapprich and his wife Mary only had a daughter - Meredith - both had a keen interest in their church and the community which included scouting. His work with the boys was balanced by Mrs. Rapprich’s work as a Girl Scout leader. Their love of and dedication to the community was so strong that while Mr. Rapprich worked for a company near Toledo the family continued to live in Vermilion. Consequently, he drove to and from work everyday. Note that this was prior to the construction of Route #2, and the turnpike was far less accessible than today.
I must confess that I know little to nothing about Franklin Seith except to say that he was a highly capable and respected Scout Master. His son Bill is a retired Lorain, Ohio minister and lives in Linwood Park. Although “officially” retired he is currently sharing the pastorship at Vermilion’s E & R Church. And if Bill is anything like his father his Dad must have been an inspiration to the boys in Troop #313.
Today Troop #313 is known as Troop #447. Carrying on for the past 30 years in the tradition of Owen, Neiding, Parsons, Seith, and Rapprich is Scout Master Larry Howell. The times have changed. The faces have changed. But the oath of yesteryear remains the same: “On my honor, I will do my best /To do my duty to God and my country; /To obey the Scout Law;/To help other people at all times;/To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight.”
SHOPTALK: This week the photo on the desk at the shop is that of Pearl, Bessie, and Ella Roscoe in the driveway at the NEWS print shop. It was take around 1911. The reason I dug this old pic up is because the porch (in the background) has not yet been enclosed. The porch has a flat roof, and through the years it was not repaired. Consequently, the leakage has resulted in some structural damage. While it will eventually be fixed it may be that the porch that replaces it will be more on the order of the original as seen in this pic.
GRAND OPENING: The VERMILION NEWS PRINT SHOP MUSEUM (VNPSM) will have its official grand opening next Saturday – July 21st 2012 from 10 AM to 2 PM. Our regular admission fee of $3 will be suspended for the day. However, donations will be appreciated.
Come one, come all. It’s Vermilion’s 175th Birthday, and the whole town will be celebrating.
THE BACK DOOR: During the early part of the week we opened the back door at the shop for the first time in years. Hopefully, we will soon have our old screen door reattached so we can enjoy a breath of fresh air during the heat spell we’ve been experiencing.
PUBLIC RELATIONS: The museum newsletter “Printer’s Devil” should be ready to send out by the end of next week. The letter will be mailed to museum members along with their official membership cards.
We’ll also have two-sided brochure advertising the museum ready by that time.
In addition to these things we will (hopefully) have an article about the official opening of the museum in the Vermilion Photojournal next week.
Slowly, but surely, we move along…
NOW & THEN: My book, “Now & Then” has been inked and can be purchased at the museum along with the new VAAS calendar. It’s not a great book. But it sure is pretty.
VISITING HOURS: Starting Monday June 25th the museum will be open on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Sundays from 1 to 4 PM. On Saturday the museum will be open from 11 AM to 2 PM. A small admission donation of $3 (for adults) is requested. Children under the age of 11 will be admitted for free.
POST OFFICE BOX: Please note that the MUSEUM has a post office box now. Now we won’t have to use our home address, nor the one at the shop for mail.
MEMBERSHIPS: Memberships to the VERMILION NEWS PRINT SHOP MUSEUM are now available. Funds generated will go toward the aforementioned renovations and maintenance of the shop.
If you would like to become a member the VNPSM you can send a check or money order to:
Vermilion Print Shop Museum P.O. Box 792 Vermilion, Ohio 44089
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AGAIN - ANOTHER NEW (NOW OLD) THING: Initially I said that "This will not take the place of the "Macabre" stuff all the time - but will supplement whilst I search for more macabre stories to tell." But methinks that it's carved out a niche for itself and the "Macabre stuff" with have to find another.
So stay tuned...
VOL. VII. NO. 9. – August 11, 1904
Anna Lenz, a six year old girl, was run over by a west bound excursion train on the Lake Shore Ry. Thursday morning and instantly killed near the high bridge at Clough quarry, N. Amherst. The train stopped and the trainmen viewed the body stopping but a few minutes.
Notice is hereby given that all those who were indebted to the late John Ritter must call at once and settle or legal proceedings will be instituted to collect the same. – Mrs. Louise Ritter, Admx.
The picnic of the Erie County Agricultural Society held at Linwood Saturday was well patronized. The addresses were delivered in the German Auditorium and were listened to with interest. The K. of P. Band of Norwalk furnished excellent music for the occasion.
C.C. Baumhart is plaintiff in a suit brought into the Court of common pleas from Justice Sanders court, Vermilion. The suit is against the Vermilion Board of Health and is to recover judgement for $54.95 worth of household goods and chattels belonging to him which he claims were confiscated by said board or its agents on or about June 1, 1903, during the smallpox epidemic.
A marriage license was issued Saturday morning to Vernon Eldred, 22 years, painter, Berlin Hts. and Miss Phoebe Fleming, 18 years, housekeeper, Berlin Heights.
Attorney John Ray has filed answer in the case of Catherine e. Axt vs. Curtis Kennedy. It admits that defendant harbored a dog prior to June 27, ’04 but denies each and every other allegation.
For further answer and defense it says that if said dog bit plaintiff she caused it to do so by her conduct. He says the dog was not funning at large but was at a place where it had a lawful right to be. He asks that case be dismissed.
The case of the Kaul Lumber Co. vs. The Geo. Fischer Lumber Co. has been carried up from Justice Sanders court to the common pleas court. The plainiiff [sic] alleges that $111.50 is due on two carloads of lumber. The defendant denies indebtedness to the company in the sum of $110.50 or any other amount. The plaintiff recovered $52.51 but this was not satisfactory.
Last Monday morning the sad news was conveyed from one person to another, “August Nieding has died.” He has been ailing for some time, yes, has been a sufferer for about seventeen years so everyone was suprised [sic] at his sudden taking away.
Following are some of the main facts in his life; He was born in Brownhelm, O., March 29, 1852. He was joined in holy wedlock to Margaret Walper Jan. 27, 1882. This union was blessed with one child, Miss Anna Nieding, who survives him.
Death came on the 8th of August, 1904, so th departed reached the age of 52 yrs. 4 mo. and 10 da.
He leaves a wife, one daughter, three brothers, three sisters and many other relatives to mourn their loss.
The funeral services were held at the Reformed church Thursday afternoon, conducted by the pastor after which all that was mortal of Mr. Nieding was laid away at Maple Grove cemetery.
May he rest in peace.
Paper napkins from 3c to 8c per doz. At the “Nens” [sic] office.
It is reported that Vermilion is soon to have another store. Whether it is to be dry goods or a general store or what, “deponent sayeth not.” [VV Ed. Note: A “deponent is one who gives testimony by affidavit or deposition.]
The National Teachers’ association has endorsed the phonetic spelling of the following words as given: Tho, altho, thot, thru, thoro, thoroly, thorofare, catalog, pedagog, demagog, and all other gogs.
A pleasant surprise was ours last Sunday morning. During the opening service in marched Capt. Dietrick with five lusty sailor boys from the yacht Meteor. The “Captain” is pastor of the Highland Congregational church, Cleveland. He graciously accepted the pastor’s invitation to preach and delivered an interesting and helpful sermon on “Our Conversation.” The yachting apparel of the preacher was no distraction to the delighted congregation.
I hereby thank the firemen and others who assisted in extinguishing the fire in my store last week Monday morning. – Mrs. Clarence Dean.
A party of Elyria gentlemen were in town Monday evening looking for a location for a nut and bolt factory. A company has been incorporated for $50,000 and a quantity of stock has already been subscribed. The company has a new nut-threading machine, which is a wonder and will cheapen the manufacture of these articles considerable and still give a good profit. Messrs. C.C. Baumhart and H.A. Nieding were appointed to investigate the matter.
Dancing at Shadduck’s Tuesday Thursday and Saturday nights.
The Wolvin has made another record – it is 10245 gross tons of ore are loaded at Duluth in 1 ˝ hours.
The adjuster for the insurance companies in which Mrs. Wells and Mrs. C. Dean were insured was here Wednesday and today making settlements for losses sustained. The insurance was carried through C.S. Schaffer’s agency.
Three young ladies from Oberlin who were at the park last week met with what might have been a fatal accident last Thursday.
While out boating they attempted to land and capsized their boat. One of their number came near drowning. Geo. Howell was nearby and helped the young ladies out of the water. They refused to give their names.
Last Thursday night a barn belonging to Geo. Gillispie between Berlin Hts. and the Nickel Plate Ry. crossing was destroyed by fire. Several horses and a considerable quantity of wheat and other property were burned. Mr. Gillispie was in W. Virginia, but the family occupied the house.
Miss Luella Heidloff returned to her home in Cleveland Monday.
One department of the Howard Stove & Mfg. Cos. [sic] plant here was opened Monday.
Highest market price paid for livestock at the Krapp market.
The water works tower and tank has arrived and workmen are not preparing to place it.
Geo Rathbun was home Sunday his boat being in Lorain.
Souvenir Postal cards at the “News” office.
The tug Stricker is again numbered with our fishing fleet.
Mr. and Mrs. Louis Noel spent several days with Mrs. C. Mahler down the shore.
Chas. Andrews attended the reunion of his regiment the 128 O.V. I. at Sandusky, Wednesday.
For Sale – 9 ˝ acres of land located about 30 rds. East of Baumhart’s Allotment, Vermilion village.- Enquire of J.H. Miller.
A hack carrying a load of Fostoria people was overturned near the Nickel Plate depot Sunday night and one of the party severely bruised.
Capt. E.A. Hill was home over Sunday. Mrs. Hill, Miss Ida and Master Alva returned to his boat with him Monday and remained while it was being loaded.
Byron Crosier of Sandusky spent Sunday with relatives here.
House of six rooms, basement and cellar, out buildings and five acres of land, situated in the village of Birmingham and known as the Butler Homestead, the most pleasant and romatic site in the Town. For quick sale, $500 gets it. Apply to George butler, on the premises.
Farmers are praying for rain.
A baby was born to Mrs. Alfred Flemming last week.
Rumors of weddings to take place in town in the near future.
We are soon to have tne [sic]R.F.D. in this vicinity.
Mr. and Mrs. R. Russel visited at E. Howe’s last week.
Ed Gibson is taking Faith Cure treatment and things he is getting better.
Born – To Mr. and Mrs. H. Sage a son, Aug. 5, 1904.
A little Hungarian girl age six years, was killed on the railroad track between here and North Amherst, where she was picking up coal. It was a terrible sight. There was hardly a bone in her body that was not broken.
Mrs. W. Leidheiser is very low with pneumonia at her home on the shore.
Arthur Howley died Monday Aug. 1, at the home of his sister Mrs. H. Lindsley, where he made his home. He served in the Civil War and since then he has worked at the carpenters trade.
Hmmmmmm....
"George Roberts was a man who - at least as I knew him - seemed always to be in good spirits..."
NOT ABOUT THE SHELL STATION:This essay isn’t really about George Roberts Shell station (pictured). Nor is it about the years “Chic” Pettigrew owned it. Though as I think back both would make good stories. Chic, his dad, the Wellner boys (Wally and Paul), and Chic’s boys were all good workers, and fun to be around. And George Roberts was a man who - at least as I knew him - seemed always to be in good spirits; a man who actually whistled while he worked. But, as I’ve said, this isn’t really about the Shell station.
What this is really about is a response I received regarding a recent “Yesteryear” story from Vermilion expatriate John Dickason - who currently lives in the wilds of Maine. John’s father - Dr. Dickason - was a prominent Vermilion physician whose life and times in our community are near legend. Late Vermilion historian George Wakefield often wrote of him, and Vermilion nonagenarian Hank Fischer is also inclined to include him in some of his great remembrances of Vermilion’s past. In any case, what follows is (by and large) John’s response to that story. Methinks many will find it both educational and entertaining:
“Your PhotoJournal article of May 20...featuring the old Boat House Inn, brought back a few memories, particularly as regards George Roberts (and he and my Dad's various adventures). You might recall that some time after George ran the Sinclair station pictured in the article, he owned and operated a Gulf station on the southeast corner of Liberty and Decatur (later the location of the Police department). My earliest memory is of the Captain Stone house (later Don Englebry's) and that Gulf station operated by one "Pie" Durbin (sp?). I assume George took it over from him, but don't know just when. I also don't know what "Pie's" real name was, but I can still picture him. The Gulf station was very small, maybe had only one pump. It was a white stucco (?) building that looked more like a kiosk than a gas station. It sat on the property so that it faced northwest, so cars from either Liberty or Decatur (then Route 1) could drive straight in. It was after this that George took on the Shell station [pictured] you mentioned at Washington Street; I don't remember what year that was. What I do remember about the Gulf station (and the corner) would be from about 1941-1947. Most of those were War years, of course. For reference, I was 10 years old when it ended in 1945. I remember that, from our house, we would occasionally hear a lot of commotion out on Route 1 - and coming into town from the West would be numerous MP's on motorcycles. After they had stationed themselves at each intersection through town, there would follow a long convoy of troop carriers transporting soldiers to...we always wondered where? Anyway, it was quite thrilling for us kids to stand there on the corner (across from the gas station) to watch the whole thing pass. Another thing I recall about that corner is that it was fairly common for a west bound tractor-trailer to "roll over" while making what was basically a right-angle turn - thus ending up on its side against the trees on Captain Stone's property. When we heard one of these "crashes," we would hurry over to the Gulf station because it was fun to listen as George would put in a call to the police (Ed Benson) and for a wrecker (maybe "Waddie" Stone?) I can still remember George (as he waited for the phone to answer) invariably asking the trucker "...your tractor?" The other place they rolled over (actually slammed into, as I recall you writing not long ago) were at the pumps in front of the Kyle garage (now a city building). But those were east bound trucks; the west bounders were more fun, I thought.
Then there was the Coke "machine." In the summer, there was that red and white cooler right next to the gas station doorway. And a bottle of pop cost a dime. Doug [Francis] and I always complained to George that the cooler had way too much Coke and not enough of the great Sandusky Bottling Company flavors that we preferred. But George always patiently explained to us that the drivers coming in from a hot day on the road wanted...Coca Cola!
As you may know, George Roberts and my Dad were not only best friends, but "business associates" as well. Not to mention golfing buddies or - as I often describe them - golfing's "partners in crime." To go golfing with them should be a story in itself. Trust me on this. Anyway, I'll bet that not many of your readers know that what is now the Buyer's Fair Store started life as a...bowling alley. Yes! George and Dad bought the property (along with the Arco station property next door) with the express purpose of building a bowling alley / rec room, etc. Alas for the town, wartime restrictions on the materials, permits, etc. that they would need for a bowling alley eventually turned their plans into a Kroger store - which some might recall it before it became Buyer's Fair. - John Dickason.”
And time marches on. But thanks to men like George and “Doc” it moved ahead. And thanks to folks like John Dickason - who may live elsewhere - but whose hearts still abide in Vermilion - the people of our community, and their accomplishments of yesteryear, may be fondly remembered for years to come.
Although better known for her Silver Screen exploits, Austrian actress Hedy Lamarr (born Hedwig Eva Maria Kiesler) also became a pioneer in the field of wireless communications following her emigration to the United States. The international beauty icon, along with co-inventor George Anthiel, developed a "Secret Communications System" to help combat the Nazis in World War II. By manipulating radio frequencies at irregular intervals between transmission and reception, the invention formed an unbreakable code to prevent classified messages from being intercepted by enemy personnel.
THE FIRE-LANDS: I found the following information re: the early inhabitants of our area to be extremely informative. Methinks you will also.
I am getting better at transcribing these passages so there are fewer mistakes. But I like to read as I go - and sometimes I fill in the blanks. So tread carefully this trail through yesteryear.
The following series will take thee to the townships south of Vermilion. Methinks you'll find this history quite fascinating.
…ton to Cynthia Post, of Clarksfield, October 1-4, 1818, by Isaac P. Case, justice of the peace; Enos Smith to Sally Sampson, January 5, 1819, by I. P. Case, justice of the peace; Francis Keyes to Mrs. Elizabeth Scribner, July —, 1819, by I. P. Case, justice of the peace; Mr. Upson Clark to Sally Day, daughter of Dr. Samuel Day, December 28, 1819, by I. P. Case, justice of the peace; Peter Kinsley to Lydia Merrifield, March 13, 18-^0; John Hooker to Laura Anderson, March 23, 1820, by Isaac P. Case; Hosea Townseud to Miss Sophia Case, March 25, 1821, by I. P. Case, justice of the peace; John Day to Miss Polly Corey, December 16, 1817, by Esquire Ralston, of Richland county, at uncle A. Hendryx's, in Haneytown, now Savannah.
The first birth occurred on the 29th day of February, 1816. Unto John Hendryx's wife was born a son. It died, of what, we know not, having lived only a few months. No name.
Mrs. Eunice Knapp, daughter of I. P. Case, born August 10, 1817, is the oldest person born in the township and living in the village.
Mr. Joseph B., son of Solomon Hubbard, born August 27, 1817, is the oldest male born in New London.
The first adult death was that of Mrs. Francis Keyes, who died of consumption in May 1819, and was buried on their own lot, near John King's orchard. Mrs. Polly Day, daughter of John Corry and wife of John Day, died in the autumn of 1820, and was buried on her father's farm, being the first buried in the village cemetery.
The first house erected was by Abner Green, on lot number ten, third section, February, 1815, and the first frame house by Hosea Townsend on lot number twenty-three, third section. The first frame barn was built by I. P. Case, and the first log store (a building 24x36) in 1819, on his place. The first frame store was "William C. Spaulding's, on lot number seven, third section. The first boy born in a frame house in the town was Ira Townsend.
The first corn was raised by Abner Green, and the first wheat carried to mill was by Hosea Townsend, to Uniontown, now Ashland. The first Hour and meal was obtained at Florence.
The first manufacturer of boots and shoes was I. P. Case, in 1815. The first black salts or potash was made by Josiah Day and his father. Dr. Samuel Day. The first orchards from the seeds were planted by H. Townsend, William Sweet, John Corry, and Francis Keyes, in 1820 and '22. The first gristmill was put up by Captain William Blackman in 1826, and was a small concern—two sandstones turned by hand. The first brick building was erected in the fall of 1865 and in the summer of 1866. Was used by Thomas Smith as a cellar. The Masonic Hall was built the following year. The first brick store was built by C. W. Gregory in the village in 1866. The first brick block of stores was built by Z. Barritt in 1867. The first quarrel or fight was between Dan Higgins and I. J. Webber. Webber knocked the wind out of Higgins, but he recovered. The first man killed at a raising was Simeon Munson, in 1828. The first arrest for forgery was one Bailey, and he was acquitted by proving he could not write. Peter Kinsley had a fight with R. Bailey, and Peter was the first to go to jail; nothing serious. The first hotel was kept by Peter Kinsley, a double log house with many additions; he also used it as a store. The first frame hotel was kept by Henry King in 1840. The first brick hotel was erected by J. A. and J. C. McConnell in 1869-70, and first "kept by M. Motter. The first township clerk was Sherman Smith, in 1817. The first justice of the peace was Isaac P. Case, from 1818 to 1851. The first mill of any magnitude was erected by John Bates; was moved into the village by Peter Kinsley and J. S. Merrifield in 1833, and was known as the "horse mill." In 1838-9 we had in Ohio the first and greatest drouth, the streams becoming dried up. It was then the wisdom of the "horse mill " investment became manifest. The mill ran day and night, Sunday not excepted. The first importation of blooded cattle from southern Ohio was by John Miller, in 1835, and were descendants of the English importation of Durhams in 1817. The first saw mill was built by I. P. Case, the second one by John Miller, in 1826, and the third by Robinson, in 1834. The first steam saw mill was built by T. B. Hemenway in 1857; the first steam grist mill was built by 0. G. Remington in 1861-2. The first railroad was the Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis, afterward the Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati and Indianapolis, in 1850.
The first road opened was the Read, a military road from the south side of the county to the lake on the west line of New Loudon, in 1812. The second road was for the passage of the army of General Wm. H. Harrison's division, 1814, through the northeast corner of the township. The first road made by the pioneers was what is known as the Clarksfield road to Ruggles, commenced 1816.
The first mail matter was obtained at Huron, Judg Jabez Wright, postmaster, Dr. Richard P. Christopher keeping the office for the judge. The next was obtained at Norwalk. The first mail route was from Tiffin to New London—a man in southern Ohio taking the contract for carrying the mail, but mistaking New London for London in the central part of the State, he gave up his contract, and it was then carried by Squire Palmer, of Fitchville, from Fitchville to Tiffin and back, once a week; and by Tracy Case and Hosea Townsend from Fitchville to the office of I. P. Case, postmaster, for the revenue of the office. This was under J. Q. Adams' administration. Under Jackson's administration Peter Kinsley officiated as postmaster at '"Kinsley Corners," or Merrifield's Settlement. The first route through the township was from Florence to Uniontown, or Ashland; contractor,…
Excerpts from: The Fire Lands, Comprising Huron and Erie Counties, Ohio; W.W. Williams - 1879 - Press of Leader Printing Company, Cleveland, Ohio
COMPOSITION STICK: Generally composing sticks for letter press printing are maybe six to eight inches long and made of metal. This wooden beauty, however, is approximately 20 inches long. It was used (as is obvious) to set larger type. In this instance it was used to set wooden type for posters and signs. The type is made of a hard wood so it didn't break during printing.
The stick was handmade by a S. Simon Company of Chicago. I tried, briefly, to track down the company on the net to see if they were still in business, or what other items they may have manufactured - but found very little (so far).
- Put a chair facing a printer, sit there all day and tell people you're waiting for your document.
- Arrive at a meeting late, say you're sorry, but you didn't have time for lunch, and you're going to be nibbling during the meeting. During the meeting eat 5 entire raw potatoes.
- Insist that your e-mail address is "zena_goddess_of_fire@companyname.com"
- Every time someone asks you to do something, ask them to sign a waiver.
- Every time someone asks you to do something, ask them if they want fries with that.
- Send e-mail to yourself engaging yourself in an intelligent debate about the direction of one of your company's products. Forward the mail to a co-worker and ask her to settle the disagreement.
- Page yourself over the intercom. (Don't disguise your voice.)
- Name all your pens and insist that meetings can't begin until they're all present.
- Come to work in your pajamas.
- Find out where your boss shops and buy exactly the same outfits. Always wear them one day after your boss does. (This is especially effective if your boss is a different gender than you are.)
- Put on your headphones on whenever the boss comes into the office. Talk in a loud voice. Remove your headphones when he or she leaves.
- Grow mold in your coffee cup.
- When in conversation, no matter where you are in the office, mutter, "I think my phone is ringing" and leave. Go get coffee.
- Determine how many cups of coffee is "too many."
- Develop an unnatural fear of staplers.
- Compose all your e-mail in rhyming couplets.
- Install a set of buttons and lights in the arm of your chair.
- Talk into your daytimer.
- Put a picture of your mother on your business card.
- "Hi-lite" your shoes. Tell people that you haven't lost your shoes since you did this.
- Organize a carpool. Go to pick everyone up in a taxi.
- E-mail nude gifs (graphic image files) of yourself to your coworkers. Tell them you got them off the Internet.
NADA AGAIN THIS WEEK: This week no podcast again. God is still talking and I continue to think about this section of Views - looking for a better way to present these videos.
Persons interested in the history of the Lake Shore Electric Railway (which was the subject of a recent past podcast series) - "the greatest electaric railway system on the planet" may want to go to Amazon.com and purchase a book called "Images of Rail - Lake Shore Electric Railway". It was put together by Thomas J. Patton with the help of my friends Dennis Lamont and Albert Doane. It'd make a nice gift.
Also, please note that all the video (MP4 and MOV) podcasts (when used) are done in the "Quicktime MP4 / MOV" formats. If you don't have a "Quicktime" it's easy to find and free to download.
LOCAL ANNOUNCEMENTS: After giving it much thought this link has been "put-down". During the last year most of the folks who used to use this page as a bulletin board have acquired their own and, consequently, no longer need this forum from "Views". I have, however, kept links (in the links section) to Larry Hohler's "Hope Homes" in Kenya - and to Bette Lou Higgins' Eden Valley Enterprises sites. They are historically and socially relevant projects. I suggest that you visit these sites on a regular basis to see "what's shakin'".
THE BEAT GOES ON: This page is generated by a 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 links. 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.
If you're looking for my old links section (pictured) I've replaced it with a pull-down menu (visible in the small box next to the word "Go"). If you're looking for links to more Vermilion history check that menu.
How the old links menu looked
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Vol.10, Issue 18 - July 14, 2012
© 2012 Rich Tarrant