On this day in 1836, Sam Houston's forces captured General Santa Anna.
On this day in 1864, the US Government mandated that all coins minted by the US for usage as US currency must display the words, "In God We Trust."
On this day in 1889, the Land Run of 1889 began at noon. Before the close of the day, two cities - Oklahoma City and Guthrie, were formed with populations over 10,000 each!
On this day in 1970, the first EARTH DAY was celebrated.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, John Rausch and his wife were in Chuckery to visit relatives.
Thursday, April 26, 2012
Wednesday, April 25, 2012
Plain City, Ohio
North Liberty was platted by Lucas Sullivant in 1797. It was located on the southern bank of the Big Darby Creek in the south eastern portion of Darby Township. The only settlers to have taken up residence in this village was the Ewing family. They later moved to Westminster (present-day Plain City). Varying accounts place this lost village in either Darby Township or Jerome Township.
According to information from the US Postal Service, prior to the platting of a town in the area, there was a post office established near the town site on January 11, 1811. It is assumed that this is the post office referred to as Darby Creek in local histories. The first postmaster was James Ewing. This post office is also credited with being the first post office in present day Union County, and it was located on the old Post Road (present day SR 161).
Plain City was originally platted as the village of Westminster in 1818 by David Chapman for Dr. Isaac Bigelow on early day Post Road (now SR 161). Upon its founding, the town lay wholly in Madison County. The village was resurveyed in 1823, and the name was changed from Westminster to Pleasant Valley. Dr. Isaac Bigelow was the first mayor of Pleasant Valley upon its incorporation on February 15, 1842. In 1851 the railroad was built through the village. By 1859 the village had "grown" into Union County.
Dr. Isaac Bigelow kept the first store in this village. In 1865 the town paid its final respects to President Abraham Lincoln as his funeral train passed through the town. The Plain City Press printed its first paper on March 11, 1873. The first church built in the village belonged to the Methodist Episcopal congregation. By 1876 the Plain City Methodist Episcopal Church had located into a part of the village in Union County on present day US 42.
The name of the town was again changed in 1877 to Plain City. The town clock was donated to the village by "Uncle Sammy" Samuel Taylor. This center piece to the town was dedicated on November 15, 1902 with a celebration that included an ox roast, speeches by dignitaries (including most notably Dr. W. O. Thompson, President of the Ohio State University), and fireworks.
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Saturday, April 21, 2012
Today in History - April 21
On this day in 1836, Texas forces commanded by Sam Houston defeated General Santa Anna at the Battle of San Jacinto.
On this day in 1918, the Red Baron was shot down and killed over France.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1886, it was reported that Carson McCloud was sick
On this day in 1918, the Red Baron was shot down and killed over France.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1886, it was reported that Carson McCloud was sick
Friday, April 20, 2012
Today in History - April 20
On this day in 1836, the Wisconsin Territory was created by the US Congress.
On this day in 1861, General Robert E. Lee resigned his commission in the US Army. He did this so he could assume command of the Virginia military.
On this day in 1862, Louis Pasteur completed his first pasteurization tests.
On this day in 1999, a massacre occurred at Columbine High School in Colorado. 13 people were killed and 24 were injured.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1892, there was no church at Lewis Chapel this week due to the Quarterly Meeting at Rosedale.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1892, there was no church at Lewis Chapel this week due to the Quarterly Meeting at Rosedale.
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Today in History - April 19
On this day in 1775, the American Revolution officially began with battles at Lexington and Concord in Massachusetts. The American Colonists were victories in these battles
On this day in 1951, General Douglas MacArthur retired from the military.
On this day in 1987, THE SIMPSONS premiered as a brief cartoon during THE TRACEY ULLMAN SHOW.
On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma was bombed. 168 people lost their lives.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that some Chuckery residents traveled to Rosedale on Sunday to attend the Sunday School Institute.
On this day in 1951, General Douglas MacArthur retired from the military.
On this day in 1987, THE SIMPSONS premiered as a brief cartoon during THE TRACEY ULLMAN SHOW.
On this day in 1995, the Alfred P. Murrah Building in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma was bombed. 168 people lost their lives.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that some Chuckery residents traveled to Rosedale on Sunday to attend the Sunday School Institute.
Wednesday, April 18, 2012
Today in History - April 18
On this day in 1775, Paul Revere makes his midnight ride to warn the American Colonists of the British advancement.
On this day in 1964, the Ford Motor Company introduced the Mustang.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1890, it was reported that Joe Fairbanks is on the sick list.
On this day in 1964, the Ford Motor Company introduced the Mustang.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1890, it was reported that Joe Fairbanks is on the sick list.
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
Today in History - April 17
On this day in 1521, Martin Luther was put on trial for his teachings.
On this day in 1964, the Ford Motor Company introduced the Mustang.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1890, it was reported that Joe Fairbanks is on the sick list.
On this day in 1964, the Ford Motor Company introduced the Mustang.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 safely retuned to Earth.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1890, it was reported that Joe Fairbanks is on the sick list.
Pottersburg, Ohio
The town had its beginnings as a stop on the Atlantic and Great Western Railway in 1864. Captain Jonas Cline was appointed the ticket master. In 1869, a sawmill was built in the area by Capt. Cline. He later built the first house for Abel Lary in 1869. Cline also built a house for himself and a small store in the area in the same year. This town was surveyed on February 18, 1869 by Andrew S. Mowry for David A Williams and George F. Bennet. The survey was recorded on May 1, 1869 with Union County Recorder, James Smith. Capt. Cline was a very driving force in the growth of this village. In 1869 he successfully petitioned for a US post office and was named the village's first postmaster. By 1872 the railway erected a proper depot in this thriving village. This new depot included a telegraph office. An addition was made to the village in 1872. This addition was surveyed by Thomas Cowgill on October 22, 1872 for W. Armstrong. This addition was recorded on December 17, 1872 by Hiram Raney, Union County Recorder. In 1877 the Pottersburg Methodist Episcopal Church was formed. This congregation erected a house of worship in the town in 1880. A two story school house was built in the village from 1881-82. The old Pottersburg school district is now a part of the Marysville School District. Today all that remains of Pottersburg are a few houses and the closed Pottersburg United Methodist Church.
Monday, April 16, 2012
Today in History - April 16
On this day in 1818, the US and Canada formerly set their border with the ratification of the Rush-Bagot Treaty.
On this day in 2007, a gunman at Virginia Tech University went on a shooting rampage. 32 were killed, and 23 were injured before the gunman committed suicide.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, C. H. Converse from Unionville was in Chuckery to visit the Mitchell family.
On this day in 2007, a gunman at Virginia Tech University went on a shooting rampage. 32 were killed, and 23 were injured before the gunman committed suicide.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, C. H. Converse from Unionville was in Chuckery to visit the Mitchell family.
Sunday, April 15, 2012
Today in History - April 15
On this day in 1892, GE - the General Electric Company was formed.
On this day in 1896, the I Olympiad - the first modern day Olympics held its closing ceremony in Athens, Greece.
On this day in 1947, Jackie Robinson made his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
On this day in 1955, Ray Kroc opened a McDonalds franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois. This was not the founding of the company, but it marked the beginning of the company as we know it today.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, it was noted that three tramps passed through Chuckery claiming that they were miners.
On this day in 1896, the I Olympiad - the first modern day Olympics held its closing ceremony in Athens, Greece.
On this day in 1947, Jackie Robinson made his debut for the Brooklyn Dodgers.
On this day in 1955, Ray Kroc opened a McDonalds franchise in Des Plaines, Illinois. This was not the founding of the company, but it marked the beginning of the company as we know it today.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, it was noted that three tramps passed through Chuckery claiming that they were miners.
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Today in History - April 14
On this day in 1828, Noah Webster copyrighted the first edition of his famed dictionary.
On this day in 1846, the notorious Donner Party left Illinois for California never imagining the difficult journey they were embarking on would end so terribly.
On this day in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth in Washington, D. C.
On this day in 1912, the RMS Titanic hit an iceberg on its maiden journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Over 1500 people died when the ship sank.
On this day in 1935, the American Midwest experienced the Black Sunday Storm in what would be the worst dust storm of the U. S. Dust Bowl during the Great Depression.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, it was reported that J. P. Morse recently took a nice load of turtles down to Cincinnati.
On this day in 1846, the notorious Donner Party left Illinois for California never imagining the difficult journey they were embarking on would end so terribly.
On this day in 1864, President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated by John Wilkes Booth in Washington, D. C.
On this day in 1912, the RMS Titanic hit an iceberg on its maiden journey across the Atlantic Ocean. Over 1500 people died when the ship sank.
On this day in 1935, the American Midwest experienced the Black Sunday Storm in what would be the worst dust storm of the U. S. Dust Bowl during the Great Depression.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, it was reported that J. P. Morse recently took a nice load of turtles down to Cincinnati.
Friday, April 13, 2012
Today in History - April 13
On this day in 1742, Georg Friedrich Handel premiered his Messiah in Dublin, Ireland on Easter Sunday.
On this day in 1902, James Cash Penney opened his first store in Wyoming.
On this day in 1943, the Jefferson Memorial was dedicated in Washington, D. C.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1887, it was noted that all area farmers were busy plowing their fields.
On this day in 1902, James Cash Penney opened his first store in Wyoming.
On this day in 1943, the Jefferson Memorial was dedicated in Washington, D. C.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1887, it was noted that all area farmers were busy plowing their fields.
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Peoria, Union County, Ohio
The Peoria Special Rural School District was chartered in this village in 1930. The school building for this district was built in 1905. Students from this school went on to either Raymond High School or Marysville High School to complete their education after eighth grade.
Today in History - April 12
On this day in 1861, the Civil War began with the Confederate attack on Fort Sumter in South Carolina.
On this day in 1945, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt died while in office.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, C. H. Converse from Unionville was in Chuckery to visit the Mitchell family.
On this day in 1945, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt died while in office.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, C. H. Converse from Unionville was in Chuckery to visit the Mitchell family.
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Today in History - April 11
On this day in 1689, William III and Mary II are declared joint rulers of Britain.
On this day in 1945, American forces liberate the Buchenwald concentration camp.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 launched.
On this day in 1976, the Apple I was invented.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1894, it was reported that Mrs. William B. Mitchell was in Chuckery visiting relatives.
On this day in 1945, American forces liberate the Buchenwald concentration camp.
On this day in 1970, Apollo 13 launched.
On this day in 1976, the Apple I was invented.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1894, it was reported that Mrs. William B. Mitchell was in Chuckery visiting relatives.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Today in History - April 10
On this day in 1865, General Robert E. Lee addressed his Confederate troops for the last time.
On this day in 1872, Arbor Day was first celebrated in Nebraska City, Nebraska. By some estimates, over one million trees were planted on that first Arbor Day.
On this day in 1912, the Titanic left Southampton, England on her ill-fated maiden and only journey.
On this day in 1916, the Professional Golfers Association of American was formed in New York City.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1894, it was reported that Lewis Fairbanks moved his blacksmith shop to Resaca.
On this day in 1872, Arbor Day was first celebrated in Nebraska City, Nebraska. By some estimates, over one million trees were planted on that first Arbor Day.
On this day in 1912, the Titanic left Southampton, England on her ill-fated maiden and only journey.
On this day in 1916, the Professional Golfers Association of American was formed in New York City.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1894, it was reported that Lewis Fairbanks moved his blacksmith shop to Resaca.
Monday, April 9, 2012
Today in History - April 9
On this day in 1682, explorer Robert Cavelier de La Salle discovered the mouth of the Mississippi River. He claimed the area for France and named it Louisiana in honor of the king of France.
On this day in 1865, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appamatox Courthouse, Virginia.
On this day in 1867, the US Senate ratified a treaty with Russia that authorized the purchase of Alaska.
On this day in 1965 the Astrodome opened and the first indoor baseball game was played.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1896, it was reported that Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gaulke recently welcomed a baby girl to their family.
On this day in 1865, General Robert E. Lee surrendered to General Ulysses S. Grant at Appamatox Courthouse, Virginia.
On this day in 1867, the US Senate ratified a treaty with Russia that authorized the purchase of Alaska.
On this day in 1965 the Astrodome opened and the first indoor baseball game was played.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1896, it was reported that Mr. and Mrs. Albert Gaulke recently welcomed a baby girl to their family.
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Today in History - April 8
On this day in 1908, the Harvard Business School was established at Harvard University.
On this day in 1935, the Work Progress Administration (WPA) was formed.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, school returned to session in the Bigelow district.
On this day in 1935, the Work Progress Administration (WPA) was formed.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, school returned to session in the Bigelow district.
Saturday, April 7, 2012
York Center, Ohio
The York Rural School District was first chartered in 1915. The school building was erected in 1915. A high school was chartered for this district in York Center in 1920. This school district arose from an earlier consolidation of an earlier York Center School and the Bokes Creek (Summersville) School. The York Rural School District was consolidated with the Byhalia School District in 1952. This consolidated school would eventually be consolidated with other schools in the northern section of Union County to for the North Union School District.
Today in History - April 7
On this day in 1788, Marietta, Ohio was founded at the mouth of the Muskingum River at the Ohio River.
On this day in 1862, the Union Army under General Ulysses S. Grant defeated the Confederate Army in the Battle of Shiloh.
On this day in 1906, Mount Vesuvius erupts in Italy.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, many residents of Chuckery travelled to Columbus to hear Reverend W. H. Lewis give a lecture. Rev. Lewis was the founding pastor of Lewis Chapel, the Methodist church in Chuckery.
On this day in 1862, the Union Army under General Ulysses S. Grant defeated the Confederate Army in the Battle of Shiloh.
On this day in 1906, Mount Vesuvius erupts in Italy.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1891, many residents of Chuckery travelled to Columbus to hear Reverend W. H. Lewis give a lecture. Rev. Lewis was the founding pastor of Lewis Chapel, the Methodist church in Chuckery.
Friday, April 6, 2012
Today in History - April 6
On this day in 1808, John Jacob Astor incorporated his company, the American Fur Company. This eventually led to Astor becoming the first millionaire in the United States.
On this day in 1866, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was founded. This organization was comprised of Union veterans from the Civil War. This organization remains in active existence until 1956.
On this day in 1973, the American League of the MLB institutes the designated hitter.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1887, the Chuckery Brass Band gave a concert in Rosedale last week.
On this day in 1866, the Grand Army of the Republic (GAR) was founded. This organization was comprised of Union veterans from the Civil War. This organization remains in active existence until 1956.
On this day in 1973, the American League of the MLB institutes the designated hitter.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1887, the Chuckery Brass Band gave a concert in Rosedale last week.
Thursday, April 5, 2012
Today in History - April 5
On this day in 1621, the Mayflower leaves Plymouth, Massachusetts to return to England.
On this day in 1955, British Prime Minister resigns.
On this day in 1956, Fidel Castro declares war on the President of Cuba.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that Mrs. M. Loschky died last week.
On this day in 1955, British Prime Minister resigns.
On this day in 1956, Fidel Castro declares war on the President of Cuba.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that Mrs. M. Loschky died last week.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Today in History - April 4
On this day in 1841, President William Henry Harrison died of pneumonia, becoming the first sitting US President to die in office.
On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee by James Earl Ray.
On this day in 1973, the World Trade Center in New York City was dedicated.
On this day in 1975, Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that Miss Mary Fairbanks spent the weekend in London visiting friends.
On this day in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee by James Earl Ray.
On this day in 1973, the World Trade Center in New York City was dedicated.
On this day in 1975, Microsoft was founded by Bill Gates.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1893, it was reported that Miss Mary Fairbanks spent the weekend in London visiting friends.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Today in History - April 3
On this day in 1860, the Pony Express made it first run from St. Joseph, Missouri to Sacramento, California.
On this day in 1865, Union forces captured the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia.
On this day in 1882, outlaw Jesse James was killed by Robert Ford.
On this day in 1974, the notorious Super Outbreak of Tornados hit the US. Tornados killed 315 people and injured another 5,500 people.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1902, Willie Tway returned to Chuckery after spending the winter in the South.
On this day in 1865, Union forces captured the Confederate capital of Richmond, Virginia.
On this day in 1882, outlaw Jesse James was killed by Robert Ford.
On this day in 1974, the notorious Super Outbreak of Tornados hit the US. Tornados killed 315 people and injured another 5,500 people.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1902, Willie Tway returned to Chuckery after spending the winter in the South.
Bardstown and Loretto
A trip to Kentucky would just not be complete without a detour through Bardstown. And, so we detoured on our journey through Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World, before we headed down the road to Loretto. We even drove by Federal Hill, a possible inspiration for the song, "My Old Kentucky Home." My girls begged to stop in Bardstown, noting the historic town square, but Dennis and I were on a mission. We wanted to go to Makers Mark.
Loretto, Kentucky is a tiny town, barely more than a cluster of homes a few businesses. But, it is a world renown spot in bourbon circles. Early settlers to the area included Catholic Nuns. However, today, the most famous place near Loretto is the Makers Mark Distillery. This distillery is on the Register of National Historic Places. The distillery was previously owned by the Burks family. It was later purchased by the Samuels family, creators of Makers Mark Bourbon.
Loretto, Kentucky is a tiny town, barely more than a cluster of homes a few businesses. But, it is a world renown spot in bourbon circles. Early settlers to the area included Catholic Nuns. However, today, the most famous place near Loretto is the Makers Mark Distillery. This distillery is on the Register of National Historic Places. The distillery was previously owned by the Burks family. It was later purchased by the Samuels family, creators of Makers Mark Bourbon.
On to Knob Creek - the Childhood Home of President Abraham Lincoln
My daughters were thrilled to visit this farm, as it was once home to their favorite president. And, my husband liked its connection to the Kentucky Bourbon Trail. Did you know that just north of the Lincoln Cabin on Knob Creek was a distillery? Thomas Lincoln worked intermittently at this distillery, when not busy tending his farm. This distillery was owned by Waddie Boone, a relative of Daniel Boone. Thomas probably did carpentry work and may have even made barrels for the Boones. Young Abraham would often come to the distillery with meals for his father. And, on occasion, Abraham even found odd jobs to help with around the distillery. To honor this history, the Jim Beam Distillery created the Knob Creek Bourbon.
In 1814, the Lincoln Family moved to the Knob Creek Farm. This was a small 30 acre farm a few miles north of Sinking Spring Farm. It was here that Abraham learned to read. And, he was often found telling stories to his young friends, while taking breaks from his chores on the farm.
While at this farm, young Abraham once fell into Knob Creek. He later recounted this in his writings. Fortunately, his friend, Austin Gollaher, heard Abraham's cries and rescued him. The Gollaher family were neighbors to the Lincoln family. And, in modern times the Gollaher cabin was moved to the Knob Creek farm where it remains preserved today.
The Lincoln Family left the Knob Creek Farm in 1816. This was the year that a local court ruled against Thomas Lincoln in the land dispute over the Sinking Spring Farm. They moved to Perry County, Indiana.
A Detour to the site of Abraham Lincoln's Birth
What does our 16th President have to do with bourbon? A lot more than most people might think. But, this connection will have to wait until my next post. This post is about the Sinking Spring Farm in Kentucky.
The Sinking Spring Farm was purchased by Thomas and Nancy Lincoln in late 1808. And, on February 12, 1809, their son, Abraham, was born. Within a few years, Thomas Lincoln lost this farm in a land dispute. Not to be discouraged, the Lincoln family moved to a farm on Knob Creek, a few miles to the north.
The farm was purchased by a man from New York, A.W. Dennett, in 1894. He soon dismantled a home on the property that was rumored to have been built with logs from the original Lincoln cabin. These logs were eventually sold to the Lincoln Farm Association, who discovered that these were not logs from the original Lincoln cabin. By 1916, this farm was donated to the National Park System by the Lincoln Farm Association.
The Bourbon Trail. . . Jim Beam Outpost
My girls are following in their parents footsteps. They are quickly becoming fanatics of American History. Hence, most family trips and vacations involve at least one stop at a historical destination. So, it should be of no surprise that my husband wanted to follow the Bourbon Trail this morning. And, in the spirit of American History, I am going to explore the history of Jim Beam.
The Beam Family
The patriarch of the Beam family was Johannes Reginald Boehm. Upon his immigration to the United States from Germany, the family surname was changed to Beam. The Beam family began to distill bourbon whiskey in the 1790s. And, in 1795, Johannes' son, Jacob Beam began to sell barrels of this bourbon. The first Beam bourbon was called Old Jake Beam. And, the original distillery was called Old Tub.
The next generation was represented by David Beam. His son, David M. Beam, relocated the distillery to Nelson County to take advantage of the easy access to easy railroad transportation. Colonel James Beauregard Beam, son of David M. Beam, was the next member of the Beam family to run the distilling business. He ran the company before Prohibition. And, in 1920, he sold the family's distillery. He rebuilt the distillery in Clermont, Kentucky after Prohibition was repealed.
In 1946, Jeremiah Beam, son of Jim Beam, took over the distillery. Under his leadership, a second distillery was opened at Boston, Kentucky in 1954. Frederick "Booker" Noe, II, a grandson of Jim Beam, became the Master Distiller at the Boston Distillery in 1960. Noe was the sixth generation of the Beam family involved in the distilling of bourbon.
Frederick Booker Noe, III, also known as Fred, became the seventh generation of the Beam family to distill bourbon in 2007. The company remains in Clermont, Kentucky to this day.
The Beam Family
The patriarch of the Beam family was Johannes Reginald Boehm. Upon his immigration to the United States from Germany, the family surname was changed to Beam. The Beam family began to distill bourbon whiskey in the 1790s. And, in 1795, Johannes' son, Jacob Beam began to sell barrels of this bourbon. The first Beam bourbon was called Old Jake Beam. And, the original distillery was called Old Tub.
The next generation was represented by David Beam. His son, David M. Beam, relocated the distillery to Nelson County to take advantage of the easy access to easy railroad transportation. Colonel James Beauregard Beam, son of David M. Beam, was the next member of the Beam family to run the distilling business. He ran the company before Prohibition. And, in 1920, he sold the family's distillery. He rebuilt the distillery in Clermont, Kentucky after Prohibition was repealed.
In 1946, Jeremiah Beam, son of Jim Beam, took over the distillery. Under his leadership, a second distillery was opened at Boston, Kentucky in 1954. Frederick "Booker" Noe, II, a grandson of Jim Beam, became the Master Distiller at the Boston Distillery in 1960. Noe was the sixth generation of the Beam family involved in the distilling of bourbon.
Frederick Booker Noe, III, also known as Fred, became the seventh generation of the Beam family to distill bourbon in 2007. The company remains in Clermont, Kentucky to this day.
Monday, April 2, 2012
Another Stop in Louisville. . . Churchill Downs
Churchill Downs was opened in 1874 in Lousville, Kentucky by Colonel Colonel Meriwether Lewis Clark, Jr., a grandson of explorer William Clark. The track was named after his uncles, John and Henry Churchill, who leased the 80 acre piece of land that the track was built upon. In 1893, Clark sold the track to a syndicate led by William Appelgate. Under the leadership of this syndicate, the famous twin-spired grandstand was built in 1895.
On the Road. . . the Hillerich & Bradsby Company
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In 1855, J. F. Hillerich opened a shop in Louisville, Kentucky. This shop specialized in wood products, primarily butter churns, porch columns, and stair railings. In 1884, Mr. Hillerich's son, Bud, invited a local major league baseball player to the shop to make a baseball bat. Initially, Mr. Hillerich thought the bats to be a waste of time, but he soon was allowing workers in the shop to make bats for local players. By 1894, the shop was doing so well, that Mr. Hellerich allowed his son, Bud, to take over the business. In 1894, the Hillerich family also registered a trademark for Louisville Slugger. Lousville Slugger was the highest selling baseball bat by the mid-1920s. Today the company sells an entire line of baseball gear, including gloves, helmets, and other baseball gear.
Today in History - April 2
On this day in 1865, Confederate President Jefferson Davis and his Cabinet fled Richmond, Virginia.
On this day in 1917, the United States declared war on Germany.
On this day in 2006, more than 60 tornados hit the United States. In Tennesse alone, 29 people were left dead.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1885, Mr. C. C. Mc Cloud was kicked by his horse.
On this day in 1917, the United States declared war on Germany.
On this day in 2006, more than 60 tornados hit the United States. In Tennesse alone, 29 people were left dead.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1885, Mr. C. C. Mc Cloud was kicked by his horse.
Today is the Day!
I have been anxiously awaiting the release of the 1940 Census. And, today is the release day! I wonder what Chuckery looked like in 1940. Are the Chuckery families of 1940 still in the area in 2012? This is what I will be checking out today. Check back in later to see what I have discovered. And, do not forget to check out Ancestry.com for the 1940 census.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Today in History - April 1
On this day in 1826, the internal combustion engine was patented by Samuel Morey.
On this day in 1891, the Wrigley Company was founded in Chicago.
On this day in 1976, Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Ronald Wayne, and the "Other" Steve, Steve Wosniak.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1902, it was announced that the next Darby Township Sunday School Institute will be held at Mt. Olive Church on the Plain City-Marysville Road.
On this day in 1891, the Wrigley Company was founded in Chicago.
On this day in 1976, Apple was founded by Steve Jobs, Ronald Wayne, and the "Other" Steve, Steve Wosniak.
And, in Chuckery, Ohio in 1902, it was announced that the next Darby Township Sunday School Institute will be held at Mt. Olive Church on the Plain City-Marysville Road.