Saturday, March 30, 2019
Finding hidden cemetery "tidbits" in online stories
How many times we find nestled in a news story a "tidbit" about an Ohio cemetery?
The cemetery references might have come up in a "Google" search and that is how you found in the story. Or not.
References to local cemeteries can be found in news reports that include such subjects as township meeting notices where the topics are listed or meeting minutes; Historical or genealogical society meeting postings, tax levy results, or investigative TV / newspaper reports.
The list goes on, as they say.
It is beneficial to take note of these instances in particular if they are about a cemetery of concern to you.
There is a possibility the cemetery will be in the news again.
If you don't live close to your cemetery of concern or cemetery in crisis, learning all you can about its status will help you know what condition it is in, and such changes as new ownership, or new rules being implemented.
On the plus side, you could learn some interesting history about a cemetery buried further down (no pun intended!) in a small paragraph of the story.:
One example is:
"CCGS learns history of Clarksville" by the Clinton County Genealogical Society (Ohio)
"The local cemeteries have often been misnamed. The original cemetery on Main Street west of Clarksville was originally known as Smalley’s Cemetery. It was later misidentified as the Yeazell cemetery, and is sometimes known as the Old Cemetery. The Yeazell cemetery may actually be the cemetery near Creek Road which is identified as either the Stanfield or Austin cemetery. Much of the confusion occurred due to misidentification during the WPA projects of the 1930s."
This easy example is from WTOL TV in Toledo. Here we see the word "cemetery" in the title which is a "dead giveaway" (again no pun intended!) that we are going to learn something special about a cemetery that just might be good to know!:
"Wood County Museum to honor past role as poor farm with special cemetery dedication"
Excerpt:
"Beyond the Museum, about 100 yards west of the stately brick building, lies a pauper’s cemetery where hundreds of the residents were laid to rest. Many of the graves lay unmarked for decades after their numbered headstones had been stolen. Just who and how many were buried there was a mystery."
Not quite so obvious is this example:
"These are the 15 best dividend stocks for investing in retirement planning":
Scrolling down the list we find:
"Service Corp. International"
"Service
Corp. International (NYSE: SCI) is in the opposite direction of health
care. This is the top death-care company in North America, with more
than 2,000 funeral homes and cemeteries in 45 states and
internationally. It has made multiple acquisitions over time and has a
market value of nearly $8 billion. SCI owns crematoriums, cemeteries,
funeral homes, end of life services and so on. With the baby boomers
still having elderly parents and themselves now retiring in droves,
there will be a long and growing client list for the next two decades or
so. Dating back to the 1960s, SCI resumed paying a dividend, and that
is now up to a yield of about 1.6 percent, with lots of earnings
coverage to keep increasing its payout for years ahead. Remember, the
great game of life is one that none of us get out of alive."
Dignity Memorial Cemeteries in Ohio are SCI owned and operated cemeteries. Currently the website lists that there are 16 Dignity Memorial Cemeteries in Ohio.
Keep doing your online research regularly to check out what new could be happening with your cemetery of interest whether there are any known problems going on with it or not - so you can stay up to date!
Friday, March 29, 2019
Spotlighting - "State Law Regulates Most Ohio Cemeteries" -- Links from the Ohio State Bar Association
Spotlighting the Ohio State Bar Association's website and its links for information about Ohio cemeteries and the laws that relate to them.
The first link is the most relevant:
Please note:
This link had been available on the funeral.ohio.gov website:
It had been linked from the last listed category entitled:
"Ohio Cemeteries FAQs."
However, for some months now, and as of this writing, this last category's link has not been working on this website and an error pops up if you click on it.
Fortunately, this link and the same information is available directly from the Ohio State Bar Association's website.
From the main Ohio State Bar Association's website click on the "Public Resources" link and choose "Commonly Asked Law Questions".
On the new page, there is a box entitled "Find Answers to Your Law Questions." Below the title is a search line where the key word "cemetery" can be typed in for your search.
The second link is:
by Ami Imbrogno, "Law You Can Use",
April 18, 2016
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Below is the section containing the cemetery references:
"5) Finally, a city may be liable if a city employee is negligent in performing a non-governmental function, such as operating a hospital; designing, constructing or operating a cemetery; establishing, maintaining or operating a utility; maintaining, operating or destroying a sewer system; or operating a public stadium, auditorium, civic center, exhibition hall, arts and crafts center, band or orchestra, or off-street parking facility."
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I was so pleased to see this information available again available online and hope the Funeral.Ohio.gov restores the link to their website. The information provides a valuable resource for so many seeking more answers pertaining to their problems relating to their cemeteries of concern.
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Friday, March 22, 2019
This latest update spotlights the public outcry to move more quickly to resolve the problems plaguing Resthaven Memory Gardens in Avon, Lorain County, Ohio
Sharing a link to Cleveland's Channel 19 report: "Avon Resthaven Cemetery Follow-Up" video by news reporter Hannah Catlett -- it is a must-watch video!
The message emphatically presents the urgent need to resolve Resthaven's long-standing and most recent severe problems affecting the condition of the grave sites and those whom wish to visit them.
It highlights how a strongly supportive online petition signed by several hundred people - with added comments - and delivered in person -- to those in the Ohio Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission meeting, can all help to achieve the desired goal of getting a satisfactory resolution for all involved.
It highlights how a strongly supportive online petition signed by several hundred people - with added comments - and delivered in person -- to those in the Ohio Cemetery Dispute Resolution Commission meeting, can all help to achieve the desired goal of getting a satisfactory resolution for all involved.
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The bottom line is that cemetery owners and operators no longer can keep seeking extensions for resolving long-standing problems.
They have been made aware they are directly accountable for any delays. They will have to publicly communicate their progress - or lack of it - because there is a multitude of concerned folks who demand answers and will not stop until they are found.
Tuesday, March 19, 2019
Sharing the latest update about the Putnam Family Mausoleum damage at the Massillon Cemetery in Stark County, Ohio
The latest report for the severely damaged Putnam family mausoleum at the Massillon Cemetery in Stark County provides more historical background about the Putnam family.
Excerpted from story:
"The Massillon Cemetery, established by community leaders in 1846, is the
site of many historical graves.
More than 24,000 decedents are buried
on the property."
This report is from IndeOnline from Massillon.
Sunday, March 17, 2019
Friday, March 15, 2019
"Petition seeks repairs at Avon's Resthaven cemetery"
Sharing this link to the most current update from Elyria's "Chronicle-Telegram"online report:
"Petition seeks repairs at Avon's Resthaven cemetery" by Bruce Walton
A link to the closed Facebook Group "Rescuing Resthaven Cemetery" and their Petition is included in the story.
Saturday, March 9, 2019
"Work to restore local cemeteries continues - Champaign County Ohio"
Work to restore local cemeteries continues
"Late in 2018, members of the Champaign County Cemetery Restoration Project LLC offered county residents an opportunity view the work already in progress, or completed by its volunteers. They have since built an ambitious agenda for the coming spring and summer months.
The group is requesting that various churches, civic groups, student organizations, and others who choose to help in restoring cemeteries register with the CCCRP. The CCCRP will assist in recommending local cemeteries, prepare the papers, instruct and assist in the work Individuals who may wish to participate more fully in the volunteer efforts are also welcomed. Anyone who needs community service hours for organizations may also wish to sign up.
With the assistance of the Champaign County Commissioners, signage will continue to be provided for currently unmarked cemeteries.
The civic organizations who formed the CCCRP LLC are Bullskin Trail (Champaign County) BSA Scouts, Champaign County Historical Society and the Urbana Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution.
The Project has elected officers and directors for 2019: CEO/President, Janet Ebert, Vice-President, Joe Rizzutti, Secretary, Ashlyn Woodruff, Treasurer, Sue Evans, Scouting Representative, Amanda McCall.
The Board:of Directors include Samuel Hamilton, James Landenburg and Doug Williams.
They also have selected a consultant committee consisting of Betty Callaway, Kim Snyder, Susan Tehan and Dan Walter.
Members of the CCCRP have visited over sixty graveyards and burial grounds in the county, and evaluated their needs, including signage and clean-up. Several cemeteries have already had attention, others await their turn.
Preparation includes receiving permission to identify and/or work in the individual cemeteries – all of which requires time.
Members need to do this prior to the warmer months.
Persons seeking to assist, either as a group, or as individuals, or those requesting help, are asked to contact Janet Ebert at 937-653-3440 or e-mail drjan@ctcn.net or any person listed above."
Friday, March 8, 2019
Sharing news of the final judgment for Fairview Memorial Park in Delaware County, Ohio
Sharing the news of the final judgment for the disposition of the Fairview Memorial Park in Berlin Township, Delaware County, Ohio.
This comes after over two years of waiting for this cemetery to be legally granted to the Berlin Township Trustees; thus removing the receiver from his role of handling the day-to-day operations of the cemetery.
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Wednesday, March 6, 2019
Sharing the latest report about Resthaven Memory Gardens in Avon, Lorain County, Ohio
"Residents complain about the condition of Resthaven Cemetery" by Bruce Walton of the Elyria "Chronicle-Telegram" newspaper; which is also posted online on March 6, 2019.
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Sadly, problems, and thus complaints, have been plaguing Resthaven Memory Gardens for a number of years.
Resthaven Memorial Gardens is owned by StoneMor.
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A dedicated Facebook Group has been recently created especially for those who are plot owners or have friends or family buried at Resthaven Memory Gardens.:
"Rescuing Resthaven Cemetery"
Membership in this closed Facebook Group has grown to 341 as of this writing.
"Rescuing Resthaven Cemetery"
Membership in this closed Facebook Group has grown to 341 as of this writing.
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Putting a focus back on Fairview Memorial Park in Delaware County, Ohio
Sharing this link to a short news story and accompanying video from Channel 10TV - WBNS in Columbus, Ohio.: "Fate of Fairview Memorial Park still undecided" from their news reporter, Shelby Croft.
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An excerpt from the story:
"Those with family members buried in the cemetery say it’s not being maintained and they just want the court case decided.
The receiver says the only money coming into the cemetery is from ongoing burials, about once a month so there is little to work with.
“Here we sit, two years later, still waiting for somebody to take it over, who’s going to take care of it,” said Tim Foor, who has family buried in the cemetery.
The case was back in court Friday, the judge is now writing a decision.
The families are planning a protest for Sunday at the cemetery at 1 p.m."
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Tim has created a Facebook Group where more information is provided.: "Cemetery Advocacy Group"
Tim has created a Facebook Group where more information is provided.: "Cemetery Advocacy Group"
"This page is for people who have loved ones buried in Fairview Memorial Park in Delaware, Ohio, Suburban Memorial Park in Dover, Pennsylvania and Grandview Memorial Park in Ravenna, Ohio to discuss issues with the cemeteries."
Tuesday, March 5, 2019
Sharing the Fifth Part of the "Edward Lusk Diaries" - from Mr. Scott Kneer - Auglaize County, Ohio
Scott Knerr – March 3, 2019
“The Edward Lusk Diaries Part 5 the final chapter”
Hello all: Well we are 12 years in now of the 20 years of diaries. I know it’s been a lot of information I’ve been throwing at you. But what an interesting man. He really takes us back in time with him. Let’s see what else he has to tell us about his time here.
June 26th 1901
Got my school souvenirs this
morning, then put them together and Grandpa Mertz came. He then went to New
Hampshire to mill and I went along and delivered my souvenirs. The children
seem terribly pleased. Very hot.
July 1st 1901
Took Nellie to shop got her shoes
reset in the forenoon. Began cutting wheat for Manfred this afternoon. We got
along tolerably well, but it was terribly hot. The hottest we have had, 102 in
the shade. Thomas Emerson died today noon. W.R. Manning’s house burned just
before noon.
July 7th 1901
All of us went to Sunday school
and preaching. Drove old Bob. At home remainder of day. My horses to tired to
use. Cool today. It almost makes a person shake it has been so hot.
(*Note* Ed doesn’t write anymore
until the New year of 1902)
March 22nd 1902
Dode and I went to Wapak on a
little political business. We then went over to St. Mary’s in the interest of
Jerry Campbell’s campaign. We went over on the new electric road. It’s fine as
silk.
(*Note* This was about all Ed
wrote in 1902. We move to 1903 next.)
Jan. 1st 1903
New Years Day. The children got
candy, nuts, and a few toys and books and they seemed happy. God bless them! The
boys and Clinton ( Clinton is the newest farmhand on the farm) went hunting and
got a rabbit. A lovely day.
Aug.4th 1903
A shower of rain this morning. A
big ball game at Wapak this afternoon. The Cincinnati Reds vs. Wapak Indians.
Clinton went.
(*Note* This was the last entry
in 1903. In 1904 he only wrote during the month of March)
March 13th 1904
Went down to see Uncle William
Thrush a little while. He is very poorly. Weather cool.
Later: The family of Hon. J.H.
Goeke were overcome by gas in their home last night. His wife found dead this
morning. Children, boy and girl very dangerous. He is in Arkansas on a business
trip. His little boy died today.
March 16th 1904
School.
Goeke’s family buried
today. Truly a pathetic scene.
(*Note* Ed either didn’t write or
the diaries were lost in time over the next five years. All that is left is
1909 and very little was written in it.)
Jan 1st 1909
New Years day. At home all day.
Weather very nice and warm. The boys skating awhile this forenoon.
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Well, this is where Ed’s diaries
end. Sarah, Ed’s mother, also kept a diary for many years. Her diaries are not as
detailed as Ed’s were. Most all of her entries are just one sentence. But I
would like to share here some of Sarah’s also.
“The Diaries of Sarah ( Bennett)
Lusk 1895-1898”
Nov.1st 1895: Alice
and Ethel and I went to Jackson Center today. I got a new hat.
Nov. 2nd 1895: At Alice’s today,
we made kraut.
Nov. 5th and 6th 1895: We are
making aprons. We are knitting socks.
Jan.1st 1896: At Ida’s today. We
are sewing.
Jan. 10th and 11th 1896: I
commenced filling my quilt. I cleaned a little and baked some pies.
Feb. 28th 1896: I am at home
today, my birthday, age 69
March 15th 1896: Ida sent for me,
I went and finished Ida’s quilt blocks and pieced a comfort top.
June 8th 1896: I made two cherry
pies and one current.
June 30th 1896: I made Hugh two
new dresses.
July 27th 1896: I washed, large
washing day.
Sept. 30th 1896: I pulled my
Quinces today and made jelly. ( Quince is a fruit that grows on trees and looks
similar to pears).
Oct. 24th 1896: I made Joe a pair
of drawers.
Jan.25th 1897: I patched all day
on Ed’s coat.
Jan. 28th 1897: I am making the
girls new aprons.
Jan.30th 1897: Mrs. Van Horn
burned to death, a daughter of William Copeland.
Feb. 28th 1897: This is my birth-
we have a party. Mary (daughter) fetched me a throw. Libby (daughter) fetched me
a tablecloth. Alice (daughter) fetched me a new dress. Montie fetched me a new
apron. Eddies two girls(son and granddaughters) got me a tablecloth. The boys
got me a butcher knife and oh, what a dinner.
March 30th and 31th 1897: We are
piecing a quilt. We set
(arranged) it together the first way.
June 29th 1897: George Swartz’s
baby killed, a wagon run over the baby.
July1st 1897: I went to Wapak
today. Edward let me have two dollars.
Dec.18th 1897: I fell today and
hurt myself badly.
Dec. 30th 1897: We all have
chicken pocs.
Feb. 27th and 28th 1898: My
children made me come over to their house. We had a nice dinner.
This is my birthday.
March 24th 1898: I made the two
girls a skirt for their new dresses.
March 27th 1898: I went to
Alice’s today to quilt.
April 5th1898: We got the quilt
out( completed).
April 8th 1898: I went to Ida’s
today to sew rags.
April 13th 1898: I made the girls
two calico skirts. ( Calico skirts were the style that came clear down to the
feet).
April 15th 1898: I finished
Ethel’s new dress.
June 13th 1898: We got our carpet
tonight and Jim fixed (installed) our carpet.
June 13th was Sarah’s last entry.
But it shows us a little about her life also. She appeared through the diaries
to enjoy being a farmers wife. On Feb. 20th 1939 Ed died from prostrate cancer.
At this time he was living at 905 Middle St. In Wapak.
If sometime you are driving down
Middle St. take notice of 905 Middle St. and you will still see a piece of
something Ed left behind. The whole row of tall pine trees that stand there
today Ed planted over 80 years ago. Today they are massive pine trees.
Well I think this will end this
part of the series. I’m going to do at least one more part to highlight some of
the rest of the Lusk family. Hope you all enjoyed this long series about Ed.
Monday, March 4, 2019
Sharing the Third and Fourth Parts of the "Edward Lusk Diaries" - from Mr. Scott Kneer - Auglaize County, Ohio
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Scott Knerr – March 2, 2019
“The Edward Lusk
Diaries Part 3”
Hello all: Wasn’t that a terrible accident that Ed witnessed and was part of in part 2? His diaries reflected that over the next several months. But life goes on. That fall Ed talks of picking apples and taking them to Waynesfield to make cider. He talks of making apple butter and ending with nearly 11 gallons. He takes a trip in Sept. of 1891 by train from Belle Center to Columbus. Let’s see what he has to say about his trip.
Sept. 17th 1891
We started from Belle Center at 10:45pm last night and arrived at Columbus at between 2 and 3am. We laid around at the depot until nearly daylight then started for the business part of the city. We located at the Farmer’s Hotel on Market St. We went to the State Fair and saw a fair of which in my opinion any state might feel proud. After supper, we went up to the state house to see the wonderful display of fireworks. It was indeed a grand sight. Very warm.
Sept. 18th 1891
We visited the Insane and Idiotic Asylums and Penitentiary in the forenoon. In the afternoon, the Blind and the Deaf and Dumb Asylums and State House. Everything about the Asylums is very grand and inviting to the senses. While the schools of the sane institutions are seemingly most thoroughly conducted. The Ohio Penitentiary has at present 1,528 prisoners of which 33 are women, 400 are colored, and 150 are life prisoners. Weather extremely warm.
Sept 19th 1891
We started home from Columbus at 8:10 am and arrived in Belle Center at noon. We have had a pleasant trip and a very enjoyable time. We arrived at home at about 5pm. I am glad to find my family all well, and pleased to be with them again.
But time to move on in Ed’s life. The year is now 1892. Let’s see what happens next.
Jan 25th 1892
School. I went in the sleigh but this evening sleighing is getting poor on the east and west roads while on the north and south roads the sledding is good. Weather much warmer.
Feb. 13th 1892
At home hauling wood and feed, broke my sled down today and had to borrow John’s. I went to New Hampshire in the evening and settled some accounts. A most curious and wonderful spectacle was perceptible in the northern heavens. A bright red light and yellow streaks of half the width of the heavens from the zenith to the northern horizon and extending east to west. It seemed to be in motion and probably lasted for two hours. I do not know what it should be called unless the Aurora Borealis ( northern lights). *Note* This must have been one awesome sight and light show in Ed’s life with no artificial light to interfere with the colors and ribbons of light.
July 4th 1892
Independence Day! One hundred and six years since our country has been declared “free and independent states” and during that time she has never failed to prosper and today ranks foremost in civilization and prosperity among all nations of the globe. Weather clear and pleasant.
Sept 7th 1892
Mowing weeds then husking corn this afternoon. Today’s fight was fought at New Orleans, the great heavyweight battle between Colbert and Sullivan for the championship of the world and $45,000 in which Sullivan was whipped in the 21st round.
Oct. 21st 1892
No school. Columbus Day! A grand celebration all over the land commemorating the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America by Columbus. I went to Wapak this morning. A great parade exhibiting all the industrial pursuits of the town, also the schools, orders, societies ( Elks, Oddfellows, Moose), ect. A grand display and the largest crowd I almost ever saw at Wapak.
Nov.8th 1892
No school. Election day. Voted straight democrat ticket. Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison were the leaders in the Democratic and Republican parties. Cleveland and the Democratic ticket all elected.
Dec 22nd 1892
School. A big racket at our
school today. Charlie Campbell hit the teacher, Silas Brackney over the head
with and iron poker and downed him.
*Note* After 1892 Ed didn’t keep a detailed diary for several years. His logs were mainly of going to school and farming. He takes on being the Clay township clerk during this time also.
The next log I picked comes in
Oct. of 1896.
October 1896
Here I am again after 6 months of negligence from my old diary but I have been very busy. Gave up the of the office of Township Clerk August 31st and very much relieved. First frost Sept. 20th and it was a big one.
*Note* We now jump to 1899. Ed seems to be discouraged with himself for not keeping up with his diaries. But 1899 is a hard year for Ed as you will read below.
June 30th 1899
A big frost this morning. Corn in low wet ground badly nipped. Very cold this morning but hot in middle of the day.
Nov.27th 1899
School. Mother much worse. The doctor here this morning. He thinks she can’t last long.
Nov. 28th 1899
No school. Mother seems to be fading very fast. A great number of people here today. Mother is in a great deal of pain.
Nov. 29th 1899
No school! A day that I shall remember all the rest of my life, for today at about 5pm my very best Earthly friend, Mother, passed to the great beyond. She suffered terribly all morning and forenoon but in the midst of it all she started shouting praises to him who doeth all things well.
She clearly realized that the end
was near and she talked of the happy meeting with father and the little ones
who have gone on before. In the afternoon she gradually sank into
unconsciousness and peacefully breathed her life away. Her last intelligible
words were in harmony with her life, being of the little children and of their
comfort. Blessed Mother! Her life was worthy of imitation. Lord, help me her
weak and worthy son to follow in the footsteps of my Father and Mother, and
above all may I glorify my heavenly father and follow in his footsteps.
(*Note* The family told me that in
the diary the page is smeared due to Ed crying over his diary as he wrote about
his mother).
Nov. 30th 1899
A long lonesome day. Several here today. Rev. Aten here this afternoon and wrote obituary of mother’s life. The neighbor men repairing road into cemetery and digging grave. They are all very kind and sympathetic. The undertaker here this morning and we selected a casket for mother. Price $65.00
Dec. 1st 1899
Mother’s remains laid to rest today. A large crowd present. I hope I can have said of me what was said of my mother today. My sisters and their families all here for dinner.
I think this is a good place to
end part 3. We are now half way through the diary years. Ed sure seems to be
one great and caring man. I hope your still enjoying following Ed through his
life here in Auglaize County.
Until next time…
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Scott Knerr – March 2, 2019
"Edward Lusk - Diaries Part 4”
Hello all: We left part 3 with the death of Ed’s mother in 1899. Her death had a big effect on him. In his diary of 1900 many of his entries are just one or two sentences. But still he pushes on through life as you will read below. Also I added some pics so you can now have a face to the writer of these awesome diaries. And one more thing before we move on. I have not read ahead on these diaries. I've been writing these posts as I go. So your literally reading these right along with me. I'm sure going to miss Ed when this series ends.
Dec. 7th 1899
School. Much warmer today. Snow almost gone. The days go slowly.
Dec. 15th 1899
School. Snow pretty deep. I went in buggy but several sleighs are out.
Dec. 20th 1899
School. Went to St. Johns and got treats, 37 lbs. @ 6 1/2 cents for my scholars tonight.
Dec. 23rd 1899
School. Treated my scholars and had a nice time. Scholars seemed pleased and I hope they may enjoy many a pleasant Christmas.
Dec 25th 1899
Christmas! And the children are
all happy. They didn’t get as much as they sometimes do but I guess they got a
plenty. God bless them. I was at work about all day. Weather clear and cold.
Jan 1st 1900
No school. New Years day! The
children got candy, oranges, and a few presents. Ina went visiting today. I
staid home with the children. We got along first rate.
Jan 2nd 1900
School. Children seemed to feel
first rate over their holiday. George Lane and Pearl Baggs having been visiting
in Franklin County are to return home tonight. The boys say the intend to give
them a belling tonight.
Jan 3rd 1900
School. The boys belled George
and Pearl but they say they are not married. Weather a little warmer.
March 3rd 1900
Dode and I went to Wapak in his
rig as my horses could not stand on the roads this morning due to ice. (*Note*
This is the first time Ed mentions in his diaries about being in a auto*). But
the ice has been going fast this afternoon, almost all off the roads tonight.
Finished paying a note to Dr. Van Trump and settled mothers doctor bill giving
note for $26.80.
March 24th 1900
My school closed today. A very
large and orderly crowd. Everybody seemed to enjoy themselves but I am sorry to
leave my scholars. They were very kind to me.
*Note* I believe Ed’s one room
schoolhouse closed down for good at this time. He did not write again in his
diary until the following November.
Nov. 1st 1900
School at New Hampshire. Weather
pleasant but dry.
Nov. 6th 1900
School until noon then went to
the election in afternoon. A very nice day but somewhat cool. Staid at Township
house until vote was counted out. Clay Township total vote 422. ( D ) William
Bryan 226, ( R ) William McKinley 186. Late new this evening is encouraging to
Republicans.
Nov. 7th 1900
School. Weather cold and raw.
Some snow this evening. Republicans feeling good over McKinley’s reelection.
(*Note* McKinley won big in his
reelection. The electoral votes were McKinley 292, Bryan 155). Rented my Marion
house this evening to Owen Hurley at two dollars a month. But he is to have the
first month free providing he cleans up the house and yard. ( Owen Hurley was a
farm hand for Ed and helped him in many ways).
Nov. 14th 1900
School. Owen took team of horses
and went to Gutman and got a barrel of salt (for curing meat), also got two
shoes put on Nellie ( his horse). He got home about 11am then went to hunt my
calves. He found them away over to the south. Didn’t get them home until 3pm.
He then hauled up a load of wood for me. Weather cold and disagreeable.
Nov. 29th 1900
Thanksgiving! No school! Owen
husking this forenoon then he and I took a load, 41 bushels, 38lbs. To St.
Johns at 30 cents per bushel. Owen and wife here for dinner and supper. Mother
died a year ago today. God bless her memory.
Dec. 27th 1900
Took Ina (wife) and Don(son) to
the station at St. Johns. They went to Van Wert today.
Dec. 29th 1900
The little boys and I went to
Gutman this forenoon and got Nellie’s shoes reset in the front and hind ones
taken off. Went out to meet Ina and Don at train but they got left in Lima.
They phoned to me. ( *Note* This is the first time in the diaries Ed mentions
using a phone).
Jan. 1st 1901
New Years Day! The children only
got candy ect. But they are happy. Not doing much this forenoon but hauled up
wood for me and Owen this afternoon. The whole family went to Alfred’s this
evening in bobsleds. A good visit. Weather cold all day and very cold tonight.
Jan. 12th 1901
Jan. 12th 1901
Went up to New Hampshire this
morning and got two teeth filled. Ava went along and had a tooth pulled. Got
home at noon, then went to quarterly conference at Bethel this afternoon and
then out to lodge this evening. Was installed Noble Grand tonight. Cold. Cold.
Owen’s brother, John’s baby was buried today.
Jan. 21st. 1901
Butchered today, 3 hogs and 1
calf. Got 26 gal. of lard. Sold hind quarter of beef to Alfred Dobie’s, wt. 84
lbs @ 8 cents = $6.72 paid. Front quarter 77lbs. @ 6 1/2 cents = $5.00 paid to
R.D. VanTress. Adam Rinehart helped butcher. Paid him $2.15. Sold calf hide 43
1/2 lbs. @ 6 cents = $2.61. Manfred and Owen helped also. They got done a
little after 2 o’clock Weather pleasant.
Jan 25th 1901
School. I staid at New Hampshire
and got my teeth worked at Dr. Griffith crowned one tooth and bridged another.
Paid him $5.00 more making $10.00 paid him. Children went to Wolf Creek
tonight.
March 30th 1901
Dode and I went to Wapak today. A
great number of people there today and politics are rampant especially the
fight for Auditor. Both candidates A.E. Schaeffer and Wm. Meyer are fine
fellows and I am taking no side whatsoever. Damp and disagreeable today.
June 14th 1901
My birthday! 36 years old today.
Plowing potatoes in afternoon. Dode Thrush came past this evening and he and I
went to Geyer and we got home( about 9 o’clock) our house, yard, and orchard
were all full of people to surprise me, which they did to my satisfaction. More
then two hundred people here and we had a general good time. I shall never
forget it. God bless them all.
I’m going to end here for now due to the length of this part. But I’ll be back with more later. Again a special thanks to Bonnie Lusk Denig and Gary R. Denig for sharing these with all of us.
I’m going to end here for now due to the length of this part. But I’ll be back with more later. Again a special thanks to Bonnie Lusk Denig and Gary R. Denig for sharing these with all of us.
Until next time…
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