April 2025 archive

Apr 24

Early Wolf Bounties in Mercer & Van Wert Counties

Because of their threat to livestock and people, Ohio declared a “War of Extermination” against wolves and bears in 1818 and Bounty Laws were enacted to eradicate wolves…

Apr 22

Tombstone Tuesday-Ann E. Plants

This is the tombstone of Ann E. Plants, located in row 6 in the Old Section of Duck Creek Cemetery, Black Creek Township, Mercer County, Ohio. The marker is inscribed…

Apr 18

Easter 2025

Today is Good Friday and in three days we celebrate Jesus’ resurrection, on Easter Sunday…

Apr 15

Tombstone Tuesday-Jacob J. & Caroline (Bollenbacher) Baker

This is the tombstone of Jacob J. and Caroline (Bollenbacher) Baker, located in row 1 of St. Paul UCC Cemetery, Liberty Township, Mercer County, Ohio. The marker is inscribed…

Apr 11

Say Cheeeese

When you look at old photos, do you ever wonder why no one smiled…