Ohio's smallest county is home to many important historic events and personalities. With the recent passing of local Mentor icon Jerome Osborne-age 92, it occurred to me to reflect on the changing history in Mentor he witnessed in his lifetime. Remember the Mentor we know today just celebrated its fiftieth birthday in 2013. See how many Mentor facts you know throughout the years past.
1. In 1898 this former first lady founded the Mentor Miscellany Club - the first women's literary club. Name her...
2. A museum since 2007, this public service building located on Jackson Street began its history in 1942, saw improvements in the 70's and 80's before closing in 1990. Do you remember this site?
3. Acquired in 1997-98, this property now encompasses 450 acres of water and preserve access for the community. Name the site...
4. 'Gramma G' served as mayor in 1952 and spearheaded much of Mentor's current cityscape and industrial footprint. Name our only women mayor and Mentor Recreation Park founder.
5. From 1951-57 it was known as Painesville Beach State Park. In 1967 it reopened as this- name the state property...
6. Two years before Mentor attained city status, this retail development opened in 1961- the first of its kind nationally. Do you remember?
7. Originally known as the Dickey Farm, its front porch was a platform during the first ever Presidential Campaign of its kind. Queen Victoria sent a wreath on the occasion of his state funeral that still remains in the memorial vault on its premises. Name the historic home...
8. Located on Station Street and still visible today, this building has been known as Columbia Match, Lake Shore Chemical, Mentor Knitting and this...
9. In 1973 the Cleveland Museum of Natural History transferred 673 acres of birding trails to Mentor. Name this property...
10. Originally located in Painesville, it came to Mentor in 1912 and still is the epicenter for agricultural programming and events today. Name the property...
answers- 1. Lucretia Garfield 2. Fire House Station #1 3. Mentor Lagoons & Nature Preserve
4. Eleanore Garfield 5. Mentor Headlands State Park 6. Great Lakes Mall 7. James A. Garfield NHS 8. Hart Nut & Washer 9. Mentor Marsh 10. Lake County Fairgrounds
Monday, June 30, 2014
Monday, June 23, 2014
Remarkable Lake County: Community Names - Then and Now
Names evoke historical curiosity. From times long past to the present nothing can spark a conversation better than naming something. Influences can be historical figures, significant events, or quite simply a random selection from out of the blue. Examples abound when it comes to naming communities. Often even roadways were named after many of our early county pioneers. Mentor took its name from mythology. LeRoy assumed its name from the NY settlers who arrived during the Western Reserve era. Sometimes even entire municipalities or cities assume a surname. Turhand Kirtland, a Revolutionary War and Connecticut Land Company figure saw his name used for what is now Kirtland, Ohio. Capt. Abraham Skinner named his town New Market in 1806, a few years before soon to be Painesville trumped his location. Today we examine the many names that once were part of our hometown communities. See how many you know.
1. The Village of Willoughbeach and Willoughby-on-the-Lake were early names of this current Lake County community. Name it.
2. In 1832 Thomas Richmond arrived from New York and settled here. Hoping to make his fortune on the success of the Erie Canal and railroad boom, it was not to be. Known as Richmond, it soon passed into the annals of history and is now known as...
3. Its current name is generally believed to come from its postmaster in 1835. Previous names for this community included Carlton, Charlton, Chagrin(e) and Abbott's Mill. Do you know the name?
4. Officially chartered in 1812 and known as Grandon, it changed its name to this in 1836 and made another name change in 1959. Do you know this community - once the second largest port on the Lake.
5. According to records dating back to 1844 this community was known as St. John's Township and Plains in 19th c. county history. Can you name this community?
6. Oak Openings and Champion, circa 1805 were two early names of this current county legislative center. The current name comes from a key historical figure from the past. Name the community!
7. Chapintown (1802), Centerville (1811), Ellensburg and Madison Township are all early names of this eastern Lake County community. Do you know it?
8. In 1796 it was known as Range 10 Township 9. Home to many of Cleveland's Millionaire's Row families, today it is known as...
9. In 1802 it was known as Wilson's Corners, by 1805 this area took the name of a Revolutionary War battlesite, a name that still is used today. Name the township!
answers- 1. willowick 2. grand river 3. willoughby 4. fairport harbor 5. eastlake
6. painesville 7. madison 8. wickliffe 9. concord
1. The Village of Willoughbeach and Willoughby-on-the-Lake were early names of this current Lake County community. Name it.
2. In 1832 Thomas Richmond arrived from New York and settled here. Hoping to make his fortune on the success of the Erie Canal and railroad boom, it was not to be. Known as Richmond, it soon passed into the annals of history and is now known as...
3. Its current name is generally believed to come from its postmaster in 1835. Previous names for this community included Carlton, Charlton, Chagrin(e) and Abbott's Mill. Do you know the name?
4. Officially chartered in 1812 and known as Grandon, it changed its name to this in 1836 and made another name change in 1959. Do you know this community - once the second largest port on the Lake.
5. According to records dating back to 1844 this community was known as St. John's Township and Plains in 19th c. county history. Can you name this community?
6. Oak Openings and Champion, circa 1805 were two early names of this current county legislative center. The current name comes from a key historical figure from the past. Name the community!
7. Chapintown (1802), Centerville (1811), Ellensburg and Madison Township are all early names of this eastern Lake County community. Do you know it?
8. In 1796 it was known as Range 10 Township 9. Home to many of Cleveland's Millionaire's Row families, today it is known as...
9. In 1802 it was known as Wilson's Corners, by 1805 this area took the name of a Revolutionary War battlesite, a name that still is used today. Name the township!
answers- 1. willowick 2. grand river 3. willoughby 4. fairport harbor 5. eastlake
6. painesville 7. madison 8. wickliffe 9. concord
Monday, June 2, 2014
Remarkable Lake County -- 2nd Annual Dual Lighthouses Tour this week
Two of our county's best kept secrets are approximately .8 miles apart on the banks of the Grand River. One historical structure was built in 1825 and shone for 100 years, the other arrived via steamer in 1921, was commissioned in 1925, became a private residence just two years ago and celebrates its 89th birthday this coming weekend. The brief history of each historical structure follows.
The Grandon Lighthouse on the Grand River ( Fairport Lighthouse) 1825-1925
The Great Lakes were traversed by the aborigines for a long period prior to the arrival of the Europeans. Native America tribes dotted the coastlines of Lake Erie for many centuries. It is indeed somewhat remarkable that Lake Erie was the last of the five to come under the rule of the white man. Grandon (1812) located midway between Cleveland and Ashtabula was once the gateway to the Western Reseerve. Grandon's importance to Great Lakes shipping increased in 1803 when the new state of Ohio was formed from land relinquished by Connecticut and Virginia. The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 doubled its importance as a refueling and commercial hub. Grandon's lighthouse era was at hand.
Jonathan Goldsmith, noted architect and Hiram Wood were awarded the contract in 1825 for a lighthouse to be located on the east bank of the Grand River. The original brick tower was 30' high with 3' thick supporting walls at the base. A two story keeper's dwelling was included. A 1871 award by Congress totaling $30,000 provided for a replacement build. That lighthouse, keeper dwelling and third-order fresnel lens remained in service thru 1925. The tower and dwelling were the first to be saved from the wrecking ball in the U.S. Both were also part of the first maritime museum to be on a lighthouse reservation in the country. Since 1945 the site has been maintained by volunteers of the Fairport Harbor Historical Society as a marine museum. The lens, lifesaving car, USLSS / USCG artifacts and much more are on display to the public. Additionally, Fairport histories of the UGRR, Civil War, Mormon Migration and its place in the 19-20th c. Industrial Era are shared.
Visit - www.fairportharborlighthouse.org
The Fairport West Breakwater Lighthouse 1925-
The Fairport Harbor West Breakwater Light was finished in June 1925. It is situated at the mouth of the Grand River and was constructed as a replacement to the original Grandon / Fairport Harbor Lighthouse. In June 1917, Congress appropriated $42,000 for the construction of a new breakwater combination light and fog signal station. The outbreak of WWI delayed the construction for several years. During that time the citizens of Fairport rallied to save their lighthouse from the funding monies allocated for its destruction. On June 21, 1921 the steamer Wotan arrived in Fairport with the prefabricated iron frame, steel studding, floor beams, rafters, roof plating, cornices and such. Constructed in Buffalo, NY as were two other Lake Erie lighthouses of the era, the 147 mile journey was phase one of the project. Interior masonry and lantern room finish work took another four years to complete. On June 9, 1925 the West Breakwater Lighthouse was illuminated for the first time. The lighthouse station was maintained by the nearby USCG Station Fairport crew until 2012 when it was sold to a private owner. The 42' dwelling is now a private residence while the third story lantern room remains an active navigational aid and is still under federal / USCG possession.
Visit - www.fairportharborwestlighthouse.com
A private showing of both lighthouses is scheduled for June 6, 2014...information may be found on the Fairport Harbor Lighthouse and Marine Museum website. Deadline for sign-up will be 5pm this Wednesday. You may call the museum at 440-354-4825 on Wednesday from 1-5pm too.
The Grandon Lighthouse on the Grand River ( Fairport Lighthouse) 1825-1925
The Great Lakes were traversed by the aborigines for a long period prior to the arrival of the Europeans. Native America tribes dotted the coastlines of Lake Erie for many centuries. It is indeed somewhat remarkable that Lake Erie was the last of the five to come under the rule of the white man. Grandon (1812) located midway between Cleveland and Ashtabula was once the gateway to the Western Reseerve. Grandon's importance to Great Lakes shipping increased in 1803 when the new state of Ohio was formed from land relinquished by Connecticut and Virginia. The opening of the Erie Canal in 1825 doubled its importance as a refueling and commercial hub. Grandon's lighthouse era was at hand.
Jonathan Goldsmith, noted architect and Hiram Wood were awarded the contract in 1825 for a lighthouse to be located on the east bank of the Grand River. The original brick tower was 30' high with 3' thick supporting walls at the base. A two story keeper's dwelling was included. A 1871 award by Congress totaling $30,000 provided for a replacement build. That lighthouse, keeper dwelling and third-order fresnel lens remained in service thru 1925. The tower and dwelling were the first to be saved from the wrecking ball in the U.S. Both were also part of the first maritime museum to be on a lighthouse reservation in the country. Since 1945 the site has been maintained by volunteers of the Fairport Harbor Historical Society as a marine museum. The lens, lifesaving car, USLSS / USCG artifacts and much more are on display to the public. Additionally, Fairport histories of the UGRR, Civil War, Mormon Migration and its place in the 19-20th c. Industrial Era are shared.
Visit - www.fairportharborlighthouse.org
The Fairport West Breakwater Lighthouse 1925-
The Fairport Harbor West Breakwater Light was finished in June 1925. It is situated at the mouth of the Grand River and was constructed as a replacement to the original Grandon / Fairport Harbor Lighthouse. In June 1917, Congress appropriated $42,000 for the construction of a new breakwater combination light and fog signal station. The outbreak of WWI delayed the construction for several years. During that time the citizens of Fairport rallied to save their lighthouse from the funding monies allocated for its destruction. On June 21, 1921 the steamer Wotan arrived in Fairport with the prefabricated iron frame, steel studding, floor beams, rafters, roof plating, cornices and such. Constructed in Buffalo, NY as were two other Lake Erie lighthouses of the era, the 147 mile journey was phase one of the project. Interior masonry and lantern room finish work took another four years to complete. On June 9, 1925 the West Breakwater Lighthouse was illuminated for the first time. The lighthouse station was maintained by the nearby USCG Station Fairport crew until 2012 when it was sold to a private owner. The 42' dwelling is now a private residence while the third story lantern room remains an active navigational aid and is still under federal / USCG possession.
Visit - www.fairportharborwestlighthouse.com
A private showing of both lighthouses is scheduled for June 6, 2014...information may be found on the Fairport Harbor Lighthouse and Marine Museum website. Deadline for sign-up will be 5pm this Wednesday. You may call the museum at 440-354-4825 on Wednesday from 1-5pm too.
Monday, May 12, 2014
Remarkable Lake County --- Hometown Personalities-opoly
Ohio's smallest county is home to many important historical personalities. Many are well known to our citizens, others remain little known or unnoticed. See how many county personalities you know from the clues provided. You will identify the hometown of the personality provided.
#1. Frenchy the Pirate, WWII ace Donald Blakeslee, Jonathon Goldsmith, Amy Kaukonen and Niles Rasmussen all contributed to the the history of Grandon now known as...
#2. Civil War personality Eliza Wilcox, architect Charles Heard and Dr. Storm Rosa all hail from this town. Each played an important role in its history.
#3. James S. Rutherford, driver for Elliott Ness and Ann Cook Whitman, secretary to Dwight D. Eisenhower called this Lake County town home.
#4. Cole Porter, Joan Crawford, Gene Tunney and Gloria Swanson visited this estate located on the corner of Little Mountain and Hart. The estate belonged to Leonard C. Hanna and is part of...
#5 Dr. William Rucker and his wife Mildred were the cornerstones to the African-American community for decades in this city.
#6. Abram Garfield built this summer home in 1908 for machine tool magnate John G. Oliver. Known today as Wildwood it is located in this city.
#7. Revolutionary War heroes Captain Abraham Skinner and Col. Eleazer Paine bought tract 4 and formed this 1806-1809 town. Name it
#8. Dr. Storm Rosa joined the faculty at this medical college in 1843 in Chagrin, today known as...
#9. The Frank White Farm and William Jones home were two early names in this city's beginnings.
#10. George Henry Hooper lent his 'cooper' talents to Rockefeller's Standard Oil Company and became famous overnight. He spent his entire adult life in this township.
answers: 10. madison twp. 9. wickliffe 8. willoughby 7. new market 6. mentor 5. painesville 4. kirtland hills 3. perry 2. painesville 1. fairport harbor
#1. Frenchy the Pirate, WWII ace Donald Blakeslee, Jonathon Goldsmith, Amy Kaukonen and Niles Rasmussen all contributed to the the history of Grandon now known as...
#2. Civil War personality Eliza Wilcox, architect Charles Heard and Dr. Storm Rosa all hail from this town. Each played an important role in its history.
#3. James S. Rutherford, driver for Elliott Ness and Ann Cook Whitman, secretary to Dwight D. Eisenhower called this Lake County town home.
#4. Cole Porter, Joan Crawford, Gene Tunney and Gloria Swanson visited this estate located on the corner of Little Mountain and Hart. The estate belonged to Leonard C. Hanna and is part of...
#5 Dr. William Rucker and his wife Mildred were the cornerstones to the African-American community for decades in this city.
#6. Abram Garfield built this summer home in 1908 for machine tool magnate John G. Oliver. Known today as Wildwood it is located in this city.
#7. Revolutionary War heroes Captain Abraham Skinner and Col. Eleazer Paine bought tract 4 and formed this 1806-1809 town. Name it
#8. Dr. Storm Rosa joined the faculty at this medical college in 1843 in Chagrin, today known as...
#9. The Frank White Farm and William Jones home were two early names in this city's beginnings.
#10. George Henry Hooper lent his 'cooper' talents to Rockefeller's Standard Oil Company and became famous overnight. He spent his entire adult life in this township.
answers: 10. madison twp. 9. wickliffe 8. willoughby 7. new market 6. mentor 5. painesville 4. kirtland hills 3. perry 2. painesville 1. fairport harbor
Friday, April 25, 2014
Remarkable Lake County - Lake Metroparks-opoly (Part II)
The previous entry detailed the start of Lake County's crown jewel - its Metroparks system. What began in 1958 as an attempt to set aside and preserve land / natural resources for future generations has blossomed into a county-wide conservancy that remains vibrant to this day. Nearly three million visitors total embrace the opportunities each park property offers. Today we challenge you to a brief trivia contest of various Lake Metroparks sites history.
Name the Park Property:
1. Located on Dock Road, this creek property featured a 19th c. shipbuilding history, UGRR terminus, and early pioneer industry - sawmill and iron ore.
2. The namesake purchased this 390 acre site in 1949. Sandstone from its Quarry Pond provided building materials to many county landmarks including the Kirtland Temple (1831). A ski center is also located on its grounds today.
3. The Eber Howe home is situated on this park property. Eber Howe was the founder of the Painesville Telegraph (1822-1976) and a noted county abolitionist and UGRR conductor.
4. This 'Pond' occupies 19 acres and was constructed between 1947-1951. Pete was well known in Wickliffe lore.
5. The 'Gorge' and 'Horse Barn' from the summer home of Maude Dolittle- teacher to the Halle Family children are key points of local history on this park site.
6. Bald Eagles, Merlin, and smallmouth salamander are some of the rare finds of this 600 acre site located in nearby Perry. Lake snowshoe hikes were possible this past winter. An observation tower is planned for 2014.
7. John Burroughs founded a club of naturalists in 1916. By 1925, the Burroughs Club had made this site known around many conservancy circles on a grand scale.
8. Samuel Huntington, the third Governor of Ohio and noted Ohio Justice once called this property his home. In 1953 it was deeded over to the village and by 1990 was managed by the park system.
9. This country estate mansion of Spanish Motif was once part of Millionaire's Row in Wickliffe.
10. Located in Leroy Twp. this park property features a 360 million year old Chagrin Shale Cliff.
Issue 3 - Preserve Lake Metroparks is a renewal levy on May 6th that guarantees access to our park system for future generations.
Answers-
1. Arcola Creek 2. Chapin Forest Reservation 3. Big Creek at Liberty Hollow 4. Pete's Pond 5. Penitentiary Glen Reservation 6. Lake Erie Bluffs 7. Gully Brook 8. Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park 9. Pine Ridge Golf Course 10. Hell Hollow
Name the Park Property:
1. Located on Dock Road, this creek property featured a 19th c. shipbuilding history, UGRR terminus, and early pioneer industry - sawmill and iron ore.
2. The namesake purchased this 390 acre site in 1949. Sandstone from its Quarry Pond provided building materials to many county landmarks including the Kirtland Temple (1831). A ski center is also located on its grounds today.
3. The Eber Howe home is situated on this park property. Eber Howe was the founder of the Painesville Telegraph (1822-1976) and a noted county abolitionist and UGRR conductor.
4. This 'Pond' occupies 19 acres and was constructed between 1947-1951. Pete was well known in Wickliffe lore.
5. The 'Gorge' and 'Horse Barn' from the summer home of Maude Dolittle- teacher to the Halle Family children are key points of local history on this park site.
6. Bald Eagles, Merlin, and smallmouth salamander are some of the rare finds of this 600 acre site located in nearby Perry. Lake snowshoe hikes were possible this past winter. An observation tower is planned for 2014.
7. John Burroughs founded a club of naturalists in 1916. By 1925, the Burroughs Club had made this site known around many conservancy circles on a grand scale.
8. Samuel Huntington, the third Governor of Ohio and noted Ohio Justice once called this property his home. In 1953 it was deeded over to the village and by 1990 was managed by the park system.
9. This country estate mansion of Spanish Motif was once part of Millionaire's Row in Wickliffe.
10. Located in Leroy Twp. this park property features a 360 million year old Chagrin Shale Cliff.
Issue 3 - Preserve Lake Metroparks is a renewal levy on May 6th that guarantees access to our park system for future generations.
Answers-
1. Arcola Creek 2. Chapin Forest Reservation 3. Big Creek at Liberty Hollow 4. Pete's Pond 5. Penitentiary Glen Reservation 6. Lake Erie Bluffs 7. Gully Brook 8. Fairport Harbor Lakefront Park 9. Pine Ridge Golf Course 10. Hell Hollow
Monday, April 21, 2014
Remarkable Lake County: History of Lake Metroparks Part I
The year was 1958. Citizens of Ohio's smallest county met and began a groundswell movement to set aside land for future parks. Conservation and preservation of county natural resources became the founding principles of this movement. Using the legal authority found in Chapter 1545 of the Ohio Revised Code, Lake Metroparks was formed. Like many other park systems throughout the United States, the Metroparks uses a presiding Probate Judge format. Current Judge Mark Bartolotta appoints a three-member board of citizens to govern the county park system. None are compensated and they in turn appoint an Executive Director who functions as the CEO for the entire park district. Current park commissioners are Gretchen Skok DiSanto, Dennis E. Eckart and Frank J. Polivka. Paul Palagyi is the 2014 Executive Director.
Lake Metroparks is comprised of portions of two state designated wild and scenic rivers, various watersheds and open space as well as many tributaries. An agricultural based park, an environmental learning center, a lake based beach property, golf courses, ski center, wildlife trails and outdoor recreational properties highlight their holdings. Nearly three million visitors avail themselves to the unique park system which is found in NE Ohio's best kept secret - Lake County!
Issue 3 - Preserve Lake County Metroparks is up for vote May 6th. This renewal levy is not a tax increase, rather it serves to guarantee that the vision from 1958 continues for the next generation of county residents.
Current Park Locations:
Arcola Creek Park - Madison
Beaty Landing - Painesville
Baker Road Park - Leroy Twp.
Chapin Forest Reservation - Kirtland
Chagrin River Park - Willoughby
Concord Woods Nature Park - concord Twp.
Environmental Learning Center - Concord Twp.
Erie Shores - Madison
Fairport Harbor Lake Front Park - Fairport Harbor
Farmpark - Kirtland
Gully Brook Park - Willoughby Hills
Grand River Landing - Fairport Harbor
Girdled Road Reservation - Concord Twp.
Greenway Corridor - Painesville Twp.
Hell Hollow - Leroy Twp.
Hidden Lake - Leroy Twp.
Hogback Ridge - Madison Twp.
Hidden Valley Park - Madison Twp.
Helen Hazen Wyman Park - Painesville
Indian Point Park - Leroy Twp.
Lake Erie Bluffs - Perry
Big Creek at Liberty Hollow - Concord Twp.
Lakefront Lodge - Willowick
Lakeshore Reservation - North Perry
Mason's Landing Park - Perry Twp.
Parsons Gardens - Willoughby
Penitentiary Glen Reservation - Kirtland
Pete's Pond - Wickliffe
Pine Ridge - Wickliffe
Painesville Twp. Park - Painesville Twp.
Pleasant Valley Park - Willoughby Hills
River Road Park - Madison Twp.
Riverview Park - Madison Twp.
Children's Schoolhouse - Kirtland Hills
Veterans Park - Mentor
Lake Metroparks is comprised of portions of two state designated wild and scenic rivers, various watersheds and open space as well as many tributaries. An agricultural based park, an environmental learning center, a lake based beach property, golf courses, ski center, wildlife trails and outdoor recreational properties highlight their holdings. Nearly three million visitors avail themselves to the unique park system which is found in NE Ohio's best kept secret - Lake County!
Issue 3 - Preserve Lake County Metroparks is up for vote May 6th. This renewal levy is not a tax increase, rather it serves to guarantee that the vision from 1958 continues for the next generation of county residents.
Current Park Locations:
Arcola Creek Park - Madison
Beaty Landing - Painesville
Baker Road Park - Leroy Twp.
Chapin Forest Reservation - Kirtland
Chagrin River Park - Willoughby
Concord Woods Nature Park - concord Twp.
Environmental Learning Center - Concord Twp.
Erie Shores - Madison
Fairport Harbor Lake Front Park - Fairport Harbor
Farmpark - Kirtland
Gully Brook Park - Willoughby Hills
Grand River Landing - Fairport Harbor
Girdled Road Reservation - Concord Twp.
Greenway Corridor - Painesville Twp.
Hell Hollow - Leroy Twp.
Hidden Lake - Leroy Twp.
Hogback Ridge - Madison Twp.
Hidden Valley Park - Madison Twp.
Helen Hazen Wyman Park - Painesville
Indian Point Park - Leroy Twp.
Lake Erie Bluffs - Perry
Big Creek at Liberty Hollow - Concord Twp.
Lakefront Lodge - Willowick
Lakeshore Reservation - North Perry
Mason's Landing Park - Perry Twp.
Parsons Gardens - Willoughby
Penitentiary Glen Reservation - Kirtland
Pete's Pond - Wickliffe
Pine Ridge - Wickliffe
Painesville Twp. Park - Painesville Twp.
Pleasant Valley Park - Willoughby Hills
River Road Park - Madison Twp.
Riverview Park - Madison Twp.
Children's Schoolhouse - Kirtland Hills
Veterans Park - Mentor
Monday, April 14, 2014
Remarkable Lake County - Notable Homes & Landmarks
Ohio's smallest county with the most history officially began on March 6, 1840. Eighteen municipalities, five townships and some other entities comprise our current county. Some municipalities like Mentor, Willoughby, Painesville, Madison, Perry and Wickliffe are well traveled. Others communities such as Grand River, Timberlake, Waite Hill and LeRoy are not as well known or common by-ways. Today I challenge our readers to match the municipality, city or township with one of its historical landmarks. Do you know their histories? All have been featured in Local Lore by Max over the years.
1. Dr. John Mathews' House a. located on Little Mountain Road in Kirtland Hills
2. Uri Seeley House b. Civil War General and RR contractor lived at 436 Casement in Painesville
3. Claud Foster House c. Inventor lived at 30333 Lake Shore Blvd residence in Willowick
4. Harry Coulby Mansion d. noted abolitionist resided at 969 RiversideDrive in Painesville
5. Edward W. Moore Estate e. Eleanore Roosevelt visited this Kirtland home now part of a college campus
6. Leonard C. Hanna Jr. Estate f. built in 1825 by J. Goldsmith, home to 14 keepers in its 100 year history
7. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern RR Depot g. shipping magnate and Wickliffe Mayor lived this 28730 Ridge Road address
8. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern RR Depot / Freight
h. located on Railroad Street in Painesville, it began in 1893 and was in use thru'71
9. Grand River Lighthouse at Grandon
i. 8445 Station Street in Mentor
10. Casement House j. built in 1829 on North State St., it was moved to 309 W. Washington St. on the Lake Erie College campus
key: 1. J 2. D 3. C 4. G 5. E 6. A 7. H 8. I 9. F 10. B
1. Dr. John Mathews' House a. located on Little Mountain Road in Kirtland Hills
2. Uri Seeley House b. Civil War General and RR contractor lived at 436 Casement in Painesville
3. Claud Foster House c. Inventor lived at 30333 Lake Shore Blvd residence in Willowick
4. Harry Coulby Mansion d. noted abolitionist resided at 969 RiversideDrive in Painesville
5. Edward W. Moore Estate e. Eleanore Roosevelt visited this Kirtland home now part of a college campus
6. Leonard C. Hanna Jr. Estate f. built in 1825 by J. Goldsmith, home to 14 keepers in its 100 year history
7. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern RR Depot g. shipping magnate and Wickliffe Mayor lived this 28730 Ridge Road address
8. Lake Shore & Michigan Southern RR Depot / Freight
h. located on Railroad Street in Painesville, it began in 1893 and was in use thru'71
9. Grand River Lighthouse at Grandon
i. 8445 Station Street in Mentor
10. Casement House j. built in 1829 on North State St., it was moved to 309 W. Washington St. on the Lake Erie College campus
key: 1. J 2. D 3. C 4. G 5. E 6. A 7. H 8. I 9. F 10. B
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