Pleasing Penmanship from the Past
When most of us remember back to our school notebooks and homework, good penmanship may not be the first thing that comes …
The Boy General: George Armstrong Custer
This June 25 will mark the 140th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn, otherwise known as Custer’s Last Stand. Ohioan George …
The Committee of Five: Drafting the Declaration of Independence
In a blog post this past March, we shared with you The Genuine Principles of the Ancient Saxon, or English Constitution, which …
A Brief History of Hocking Hills State Park
Saturday, June 4, marks the American Hiking Society’s annual National Trails Day, a day to enjoy some of America’s great trails. …
Memorial Day on Ohio Memory
People around Ohio and around the country are preparing for Memorial Day weekend–a long weekend off work for many, and the unofficial …
“A Dignified Public Body”: Thomas Jefferson’s Manual of Parliamentary Practice
April 13 marked the 273rd birthday of Thomas Jefferson, the second vice president and third president of the United States and drafter …
Settling Marietta
Many readers may be familiar with the town of Marietta, but did you know that this community was first settled by members …
Back the Attack! Propaganda and World War II
In both good and difficult times, our Federal Government produces materials designed to direct citizens’ thoughts in a specific direction. During World …
“With Merry Hum”: Langstroth and the Honey Bee
Of all the insects in the world, honey bees likely generate the widest range of feelings. On the one hand, we hate …
“Vivacious Vic”
In 1872, Ohio-born Victoria Woodhullbecame the first femaleto run for president of the United States. Asthe Equal Rights Party candidate, shesupportedwomen’s rights, …
