Terex: The Earth-moving Kings
Ohio’s rich past in the manufacturing industry is well-known, featuring familiar names such as the Dayton Wright Airplane Company, the Hoover Company, …
“This Mighty Revolution”
By the time that this blog post is published, Ohio’s presidential primary will have passed. Voting is a treasured right in the …
Tree Tapping and Sugar Shacks: Maple Syrup in Ohio
Around Ohio, this time of year marks an important season for a delicious natural resource that many of us enjoy–maple syrup! With …
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, …
The Rosetta Armstead Case: A Fight for Freedom
Ohio’s history with the anti-slavery movement is a long and storied one. Thanks to a group of documents newly added to Ohio …
Give Me Land, Lots of Land
Through the center of Ohio, in parts of Franklin, Licking, Fairfield and Perry counties, lies the Refugee Land Grant tract. Measuring over …
Zane Grey: An Ohioan Looking West
This Sunday, January 31, is the 144th birthday of author Zane Grey, born in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1872. Originally bornPearl Zane Grey …
“A Sadder and a Wiser Man”: The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
In a response to the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century, a cultural shift that focused on nature, emotions, and individualism developed, …
