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The Becker Family
Trace the Becker family’s arrival north of Union and the development of its sawmill business.
Read this historyThe Becker-Hemmerich Families
Genealogical research connects generations of the Becker and Hemmerich families.
Read this historyThe Berk Families
Family photographs, biographies, and descendants’ recollections trace the Berk families.
Read this historyChester A. Rousch
Memories of Randolph High School coach and principal Chester Roush, drawn from interviews and newspaper clippings.
Read this historyA Collection of Vignettes
Small stories of local life, including the Englewood telephone exchange and the people behind it.
Read this historyEdwin C. Sinks
Family letters and photographs trace the life of music instructor Edwin Sinks.
Read this historyThe Engle Family
Follow Engle family connections from Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, to the Miami Valley.
Read this historyExcerpt From Ollie Guehring's Diary - The Kidnapping of Nila Mae Thomas
A brief 1921 diary entry leads to newspaper accounts of the reported kidnapping of Nila Mae Thomas.
Read this historyExcerpts From Ollie Guehring's Diary Oct - Dec 1921
Daily life in the autumn of 1921, from work and household chores to family visits and community news.
Read this historyFocus on Englewood
Explore the settlement and founding of Harrisburg, the community that became Englewood.
Read this historyThe Garwood Family
Family heritage shared by Roger Garwood follows generations from England to communities in Ohio.
Read this historyGeneral Stores of Randolph Township
Step inside the grocery and dry goods stores that served township families and village life.
Read this historyThe Heck Family
Explore Jacob and Marianna Heck’s family, township property, and descendants.
Read this historyThe Heisey, Ingle, Stutsman and Hocker Families
A family memorial drawing reveals connections among the Heisey, Ingle, Stutsman, and Hocker families.
Read this historyHenry Warner
A descendant shares the story of pioneer Henry Warner, his family, and their journey west.
Read this historyThe Hoover Family
A cemetery inscription leads to photographs and the story of Union’s blind Hoover brothers.
Read this historyThe Hoover Family and the Blind Brothers of Randolph Township
Newspaper accounts recall the Hoover brothers, their music, and their place in community life.
Read this historyIndentured Servant of Christian Eby
An apprenticeship document records Peter Heneberger’s indenture to clockmaker Christian Eby.
Read this historyJosiah Eby Boyer
Follow Josiah Boyer from his early years in Pennsylvania and Union to business and public service in Dayton.
Read this historyKinsey Station
The story of Samuel Kinsey, his family, and the nursery associated with Kinsey Station.
Read this historyThe Leiber and Metherd Families
Donated genealogical records trace the Leiber and Metherd families and their German roots.
Read this historyLuetta Christian's Autograph Book
Saved autograph books open a window into the lives and connections of Luetta Christian and her neighbors.
Read this historyThe Moist Family
Family photographs and genealogical sources tell the story behind the John F. Moist homestead.
Read this historyMorgan House
Local recollections help piece together the history of the Morgan House restaurant and its operators.
Read this historyThe Oren House on Union Road
Discover the family stories behind the Oren House and its connections to Happy Corner Church.
Read this historyRandolph Township Schools
Discover the township’s schools and teachers, from early subscription schools to one-room classrooms.
Read this historyThe Rasor Family
Research and family Bible records trace Rasor families in Clay and Randolph Townships.
Read this historySamuel Berger
Photographs, genealogies, and family recollections introduce businessman Samuel Berger.
Read this historySamuel Herr and the National Road
Paul Herr recounts a family story of driving cattle west along the National Road.
Read this historyThe Shaw Family
Family photographs and genealogy connect the Shaw family with Union and the road bearing its name.
Read this historyThe Sinks Family
Explore the Sinks families of Butler and Randolph Townships and their early local connections.
Read this historyThe Smith Family
Maps, tax records, and biographies trace the Smith and Sheets families and their Stillwater River mills.
Read this historyA Tribute to Earl Heck
Meet the educator, mayor, and public servant remembered in the Earl Heck Community Center.
Read this historyThe Turners of Salem
Meet Hamilton Turner and the family whose farming, business, and civic work helped shape Salem.
Read this historyThe Wagoner Family
Family history recalls the Wagoner brothers and their stores, trades, and businesses along the National Road.
Read this historyThe Warner Settlement
Follow the Warner family’s migration and the beginnings of the Warner settlement.
Read this historyThe Waymire Families
A donated rifle provides a starting point for exploring early Waymire families in Randolph and Butler Townships.
Read this historyWilliam H. Woolery and Descendants
Descendants share the story of William Henry Woolery, Anna Catherine Betz, and their family.
Read this historyWolfs Variety Store
Recall Wolf’s Hardware and Variety Store through recollections gathered from its owners and neighbors.
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