The John Paulding Historical Society has announced winners of its recent Festival of Trees and the dates and theme for next year’s event. The 26th Festival of Trees ran Nov. 5-13 with about 1,000 people attending. Kathy Sanderson and Martha Baughman’s tree won the prize for most closely following the theme, “All Aboard the JPH…
“All Aboard the JPHS Christmas Train” is the theme for this year’s John Paulding Historical Society’s Festival of Trees, which begins Friday, Nov. 5. “The festival is our largest fundraiser for the museum,” says event chairman Eileen Kochensparger, “and with COVID ceasing all activities last year, it is hoped that with your help we can…
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“Paulding County Churches” is the theme of the John Paulding Historical Society’s latest exhibit. Open now through Sept. 19, the exhibit features dozens artifacts and memorabilia from churches throughout the county. The items – all from the museum’s collection – include photographs, church directories, cookbooks and histories. Adding to the church stories are some paintings,…
By: Mark Holtsberry A name which has been long forgotten is Edward Michael Finan. A local boy who dropped everything in his life to serve his country. Well, let us take a moment to explore the life of Edward Michael Finan. Edward Michael Finan was born in Paulding, Ohio, September 28, 1891. The son of…
By: Mark Holtsberry Dr. Aaron Fenton Burson This story is about an Oakwood boy who made good of himself. Aaron was born in Oakwood, Ohio January 1.8, 1885. His parents were, Dr. Harrison S. and Sarah Elizabeth (Harmon) Burson. (As a side note, Harrison was a Civil War Veteran, serving with Company A. 21st Ohio…
Frank Willard Dunham was not a veteran, but a solid businessman who became very popular among the citizens of Paulding County. His story starts as Frank was born January 28, 1856 in Lucas, Richland County, Ohio. The son of James S. and Francis Cornelia (Davis) Dunham. His father, James was born around 1827 in Delaware…
By: Mark Holtsberry Thomas Barzelia Holland was an attorney, one of the leading members of the bar of Paulding County. He was born March 1, 1845, the son of B. A. and Lydia (Osborn) Holland in Lima, Allen County, Ohio. The family living in Lima, Ohio in 1860, gave Thomas an opportunity for him to…
By: Mark Holtsberry Nathan Wyatt was a prosperous agriculturist and stock raiser of Latty Township. He was known for being one of the leading citizens in the area and was born November 10, 1844, in Wilkes County, North Carolina to David and Parmelia (Winkler) Wyatt. His family was one of the oldest families of North…
By: Mark Holtsberry Paulding County has buried within its boarders seven veterans who fought in the Mexican War, but Richard Truitt only fought in The Mexican War, he enlisted twice to serve in The Civil War. Richard C. Truitt, was born July 25, 1820, in Preble County. Raised on a farm, by parents that raised…
By: Mark Holtsberry Judge Wilson Hunt Snook Jr. Is another interesting figure from our county’s past. Wilson was born in Antwerp, Ohio, on October 30, 1850. The son of Wilson H. and Anna (Murphy) Snook. Both of Wilson Jr.’s parents were from New Jersey, with a background ancestry of German and Irish. Wilson Jr. had…
By: Mark Holtsberry Dr. Ray Henry Mouser was one of Paulding County’s leading citizens, whose family showed volunteerism, as well as providing medical care for numerous citizens of the county. Ray was born July 20, 1895, in the town of Latty, Ohio. His father was Dr. Ambrose Henry Mouser, born November 23, 1866, in LaRue,…
Located on the Auglaize River, at the junction of State Routes 111 and 637, Five Span Park is the most utilized park under our authority. For more than seven decades it has been a recreational park, with many Independence Day celebrations held here, as well as family picnics. Just a hop, skip and a jump…
