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Historical Site - Switzerland County Courthouse
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By Courtesy:: Marilyn S. Wolf, August 7, 2011 | |
| | | 1. Historical Site - Switzerland County Courthouse Marker | | |
Inscription.
Top
Martha A. Graham
( Drawing of the River Paddle-wheeler. )
Lower Section
Designed in the Greek Classic style by David Dubach, Architect, and built by John Haley c. 1864, with restoration completed c. 1992. It is said the dungeon served as an “underground railroad” during the Civil War.
Erected by Switzerland County Historical Society.
Location. 38° 44.806′ N, 85° 4.121′ W. Marker is in Vevay, Indiana, in Switzerland County. Marker is on West Main Street west of Liberty Street, on the right when traveling west. Click for map. Located at the curb in front (south) of the Switzerland County Courthouse in Vevay, Indiana. Marker is in this post office area: Vevay IN 47043, United States of America.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 6 miles of this marker, as the crow flies. Switzerland County Courthouse (a few steps from this marker); Switzerland County World War I Memorial (a few steps from this marker); The Dungeon (a few steps from this marker); Switzerland County Honor Roll Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); The Styles and Stories of Vevay's Buildings (within shouting distance of this marker); Privy (about 300 feet away, in a direct line); Jail (about 300 feet away); The Masterson House (approx. 6 miles away in Kentucky). Click for a list of all markers in Vevay.| | | | 
By Courtesy:: Marilyn S. Wolf, August 7, 2011 | |
| | | 2. Obverse Side - - Historical Site - Switzerland County Courthouse Marker | | |
Also see . . . Steam Ferry Boats: between Ghent -and- Vevay::. (Submitted on August 15, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana.)
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By Courtesy:: Marilyn S. Wolf, August 7, 2011 | |
| | | 3. Paul W. Ogle - - Tribute Plaque | Text reads:
A tribute to Paul W. Ogle
We, the citizens of Switzerland County, do hereby set forth this expression of deepest appreciation and sincere gratitude to a great philanthropist, Paul W. Ogle, who through his foresight and benevolence restored pride to the community.
The Ogle Haus Inn, which he built, and finances he provided for the restoration of the Switzerland County Court House and other civic-minded projects, those completed and others planned for the oncoming years, have brought National acclaim and recognition to this area and enhanced its economic and social well-being.
June 18, 1907 –– March 21, 1989 | | |
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By Courtesy:: Marilyn S. Wolf, August 7, 2011 | |
| | | 4. Front - - Switzerland County Courthouse - Vevay, Indiana | | The marker can be seen at the curb entry side-walk in this photo. Also, the Paul W. Ogle - Tribute Plaque can be seen on the exterior wall -- on the right side of the courthouse front entrance. | | |
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Credits. This page originally submitted on August 15, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 187 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on August 15, 2011, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
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