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Catholic Schools in Ironton
Ironton’s Catholic School History Rooted in City’s Religious Past The Catholic schools have existed in Ironton since their founding almost 150 years ago. Here’s “The Story of Catholic Education in Ironton,” a previously published history of the school system, as...
Henry Horn Home Ironton Ohio
Highlighting a Piece of Ironton, Ohio, History. Check out these newspaper clippings from The Ironton Tribune that give you a look into the history of Henry Horn's Home at 605 Lawrence Street in Ironton, Ohio. These photos show what the house looked like in...
Map of Historical Ironton Ohio
1. Hiram Campbell House, 321 N. Fifth St. - This french empire style house is notes for its mansard roof, unsual in Ironton. Now an apartment building, it was built in the 1850s by Hiram Campbell, prominent ironmaster, state legislator and brother of John Campbell....
Wayne Pump Co.
The fine office building of the Wayne Pump Company, Sixth and Ashtabula streets erected in 1903 for the Ironton Engine Company brings back memories. The engine plant was organized by H. A. Marting, A. H. Mittendorf, W. A. Murdock, Frank C. Tomlinson, Thomas L....
Selby Shoe Factory
The Man behind Ironton’s Selby Shoe Factory Roger Selby 1885-1973. was not only a distinguished entrepreneur in the shoe industry, but also a world-renowned breeder of Arabian horses. History records that Roger Selby had numerous communications and purchased multiple...
Blast At Funeral Home
FOUR HURT AS BLAST WRECKS MORTUARY $50.000 in Damage Results In Chesapeake Explosion Special To The Times Chesapeake, Ohio, Sept. 18, 1942 -- A violent explosion wrecked the rear part of the two-story brick Schneider Funeral Home here Thursday night and caused...
Connecting Lawrence County, Ohio, Settlers to Cass County, Michigan
Submitted and written by Carrie Eldridge for The Lawrence Register website, lawrencecountyohio.com. Sources: American Baptist Historical Society and Colgate Collection - www.ABHarchives.org Underground Railroad Society of Cass County, Michigan - www.urscc.org * The...
Rosemary Clooney
SOURCE: Ironton's History (Swamp Angel Cannon) Facebook Group, Roger Malone, admin. Some photos might be subject to copyright. Actress, Singer Rose Mary Clooney 1928-2002. After her parents separated, she and her siblings spent time living with relatives in various...
Short History of Crown City Ohio
Uncover the fascinating history of Crown City, Ohio, from its rugged beginnings to its vibrant present. Join us on a journey through time as we delve into the events and people that shaped our community.From our earliest recollections, we now know something about...
Abele Family
ABELE FAMILY OF LAWRENCE COUNTY, OHIO Researched and Written by Martha J. (Kounse) Martin Anthony (Anton) ABELE was born 15 Feb 1822 in Wurtenburg, Germany, and married Cresenthia Nancy Bulsinger, who was born about 3 Feb 1827 in Wurtenburg, Germany. Anthony (Anton)...
Ancestry of John Campbell
(320) Duncan Campbell was born in Argyleshire, Scotland, and married in 1612, (321) Mary McCoy. Notes for Duncan Campbell:from: History of Adams Co., OH by Evans & Stivers. Duncan and wife moved to Londonderry, Ireland in 1612. Children:317*John Campbell b....
Letcher’s Gold
Discover the captivating tale of hidden treasures and historical intrigue that has shaped the legacy of Proctorville, Ohio.How a young boy's disappointment turned into his family's riches.In the heart of Proctorville, Ohio, a young boy's life changed forever one...
J. F. Heberlein Obit
J. F. Heberlein, 89, Answers Final Call Fennimore Times Newspaper, Fennimore, WisconsinWed, May 4, 1932, page 1 Fennimore and Grant County lost a highly honored and respected citizen and civil war veteran in the death of John F. Heberlein, who passed away quietly...
Townships
Lawrence County, Ohio, is divided into fourteen townships. It was common for early residents to relocate between townships or for the boundaries to change over time. When tracing your ancestors, we encourage you to follow the waterways, early churches, schools, and...
Wilbur M. Fisher
Wilbur Fisher photo findagrave contributed by Gordon Brett EcholsPittsburgh Post, Sporting Section, 2 June 1916, page 12Stepping right into the vacancy on the Pirates' 21-player-limit roster vacated yesterday by one O. Knabe of Beltzhoover, who was decorated with the...