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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8MC_esplanade-fountain-square_Springfield-OH.html
Since 1826, the Esplanade has been the traditional center of Springfield and Clark County. The National Road passed within one block of "Market Square" as it was then called. Three city halls, several hotels, train stations, and numerous commercia…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8M8_oliver-s-kelly_Springfield-OH.html
Raised on farms in Greene Township, O.S. Kelly became one of the most respected local businessmen and benefactors of his age. A skilled carpenter, he made his fortune building housing for miners during the California gold rush. Upon returning to t…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8M6_city-building_Springfield-OH.html
The Old City Building and Market, also known as the Municipal Building or Marketplace, was designed by local architect Charles A. Cregar. It was completed in 1890 at a cost of $250,000. Vendors, who sold meats, fish, provisions, vegetables, and ot…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8LI_clark-county-memorial_Springfield-OH.html
This building erected AD 1915 by the People of Clark County in memory of the Soldiers, Sailors, Marines & Pioneers of Clark County
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8LC_pennsylvania-house-the-national-road_Springfield-OH.html
Pennsylvania HouseDavid Snively built the Federal-style Pennsylvania House in 1839 along the newly constructed National Road. This tavern and inn was an important stopover for livestock drovers and pioneers traveling by foot, on horseback, or in C…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8LB_davey-moore-park_Springfield-OH.html
Davey Moore was the Featherweight Champion of the World from 1959 to 1963, punching his way to a 56-6-1 record while always admitting that "Only 10 seconds separate me from being champion or nothing." A tough little boxer with a powerful punch, he…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8JX_the-a-b-graham-building_Springfield-OH.html
In this building, on January 15, 1902, A. B. Graham organized the first boys and girls agricultural club in the United States out of which grew the 4-H Clubs of America.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8JU_a-b-graham_Springfield-OH.html
On January 15, 1902, Mr. Albert B. Graham called to order the first meeting of a "Boys' and Girls' Agriculture Experiment Club". Before growing season 85 children from 10 to 15 years of age had already volunteered to join. One hundred years later,…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM8JT_the-birthplace-of-4-h_Springfield-OH.html
A. B. Graham, superintendent of Springfield Township Rural schools in Clark County, established the "Boys and Girls Agricultural Experiment Club," which revolutionized agricultural education and non-formal youth development methods. The first meet…