Founded in 1840, Ohio's smallest county is perhaps the State of Ohio's largest when one combs the annals of early American history. From its early Native American days to the era of the Western Reserve, history abounds throughout our county. Today we recall some interesting historic tid-bits about Painesville. Let's test your knowledge below.
1. Founded in 1822, this newspaper ran continuously thru 1986. The current Bureau of Employment Services occupies the original site founded by this early Western Reserve pioneer who was involved in abolitionism and early Mormonism in our county. Name him...
2. This family run business began in 1877 and remains today as an enduring piece of Painesville business history. Stop by anytime for any hardware need-can you name the family business?
3. The Utopia Theater opened in 1914 and in many ways rivaled Cleveland's Playhouse Square when it came to attractions. Name this local son whose career in vaudeville and theater is well documented. Hint - his annual fireworks shows were legendary!
4. The site on Railroad Street was active from 1893-1971. In 1997 it was donated and now serves as a museum. Rail Fanning Days are a popular event hosted at this site. Name it...
5. In 1992 historic marker 6-43 was added to this site near Liberty Street marking one of the oldest recreation places in our state. It had beginnings in 1866 and witnessed an expansion in 1905 and a merger in 1922. Name this famous organization currently located on Mentor Avenue.
6. Drive down Wood Street or pass by Liberty or Washington Streets and you will be in a neighborhood featuring these stately homes. What is the official designation of the district?
7. Three generations have guided this famous Painesville Bakery since its early days in 1898. Name the business...
8. Historic marker 4-43 designates this Federal Style home adn masterpiece by Jonathon Goldsmith. currently located on Lake Erie College property - name this historic family home...
9. Although the original high school was torn down some years ago, it was named after a local resident whose accomplishments included writing the first grammar text in 1868, serving as an educator, principal, educational union leader and college trustee. Name this famous gentleman...
10. This institution is the oldest one of its kind from the days of the Western Reserve. Founded in 1856, College Hall was begun in 1857 and the first students were enrolled in 1859. Known as Lake Erie Seminary then, today it is known as...
answers- 1. Eber Howe 2. Joughin Hardware 3. Robert 'Bobby' Manchester 4. Painesville Depot 5. YMCA 6. Mentor Avenue Historic District 7. Gartman Bakery 8. Mathews House 9. Thomas A. Harvey 10. Lake Erie College
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