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Historical Markers and War Memorials in Toledo, Ohio

 
Clickable Map of Lucas County, Ohio and Immediately Adjacent Jurisdictions image/svg+xml 2019-10-06 U.S. Census Bureau, Abe.suleiman; Lokal_Profil; HMdb.org; J.J.Prats/dc:title> https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Usa_counties_large.svg Lucas County, OH (474) Fulton County, OH (109) Henry County, OH (106) Ottawa County, OH (141) Wood County, OH (224) Lenawee County, MI (157) Monroe County, MI (201)  LucasCounty(474) Lucas County (474)  FultonCounty(109) Fulton County (109)  HenryCounty(106) Henry County (106)  OttawaCounty(141) Ottawa County (141)  WoodCounty(224) Wood County (224)  LenaweeCountyMichigan(157) Lenawee County (157)  MonroeCounty(201) Monroe County (201)
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1 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Artist Statement
It is my intention to create a memorial that will be forever uplifting, not only to the spirits of the Auto-Lite workers in Toledo, but to all those who contributed and made sacrifices to the labor movement in this country. The two workers are . . . Map (db m217300) HM
2 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Bayview Retirees Golf Course — 1981
Golf Course in Honor of Charles L. Deiger Who in 1981 led the effort to reopen the Bayview Golf Course for the benefit of all seniors in the Toledo area. All seniors who play here are forever grateful!Map (db m182373) HM
3 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — 26–48 — Canal Terminus / Manhattan — Ohio Historical Marker — Reported missing
Canal Terminus The original northernmost lock in a canal system which linked Lake Erie with the Ohio River was located near the foot of LaSalle Street. Indiana’s Wabash & Erie Canal (1843 – 1874) joined Ohio’s Miami & Erie . . . Map (db m19439) HM
4 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — 45-48 — Dempsey-Willard Fight — "The Fight of the Century"
Jess Willard, the 6' 6" 245-pound boxing champion, was a shy and gentle Kansas native who had won the championship from Jack Johnson of Texas in 1915 in Havana, Cuba. Jack (William Harrison) Dempsey of Manassa, Colorado, hailed as the greatest . . . Map (db m172343) HM
5 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — 39-48 — Electric Auto-Lite Strike of 1934
In 1934, workers at the Electric Auto-Lite Company and other automotive-related manufacturers secretly organized the Automobile Workers Federal Union Local 18384, American Federation of Labor (AFL), which became the United Auto Workers (UAW) . . . Map (db m177837) HM
6 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Frogtown: Past and Present
Manhattan Marsh is really a snapshot of the past. One of the last remnants of a much larger marsh that surrounded Maumee Bay, the area was a popular haven: for frogs and toads. Their loud songs made the residents' ears ring, and early Toledo . . . Map (db m204610) HM
7 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Howard Pinkley — April 20, 1927 - September 1, 2012
Founding father of the NorthWest Ohio River Runners, a Canoe & Kayaking Club. He saw a need for accessing the Ottawa River, then lead the way for this launch site to become possible. Howard was also a seasoned sailor in his own right and a dedicated . . . Map (db m174780) HM
8 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — James B. Steedman — Major-General, U.S.V.
James B. Steedman, Major-General, U.S.V. Carrick's Ford Erected by W.J. Finlay 1886 Nashville Chickamauga Born - 1817, Died - 1883. PerryvilleMap (db m44820) WM
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9 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Jamie Farr Park — Toledo, Ohio
This park is dedicated to Jamie Farr, Actor and Comedian, born and raised in North Toledo, graduate of Woodward High School, star of stage, screen and television who brought joy to millions of people around the world and who . . . Map (db m234971) HM
10 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Civil War Veterans Memorial
Civil War April 12, 1861 to June 22, 1865 Abbott, James • Abbott, Lucing • Aikens, A. S. • Aldrich, Miles • Allen, Edward • Ammon, John • Anderson, William • Anteau, Stephen • Anthony, Julius • Applegate, Aaron • Armstrong, John • . . . Map (db m160384) WM
11 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Iraq Veterans Memorial
Iraq March 20, 2003 to December 15, 2011 Benford, Jason · Eckert, GaryMap (db m204831) WM
12 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Korea Veterans Memorial
Korea June 25, 1950 to July 27, 1953 Archambo, Walter G. · Beale, Robert · Beard, Robert D. · Beer, George Edward · Bradshaw, Billie Frank · Bolander, William H. · Black, Stephen · Brydon, Walter James · Burns, Donald Paul · . . . Map (db m204832) WM
13 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Medal of Honor Recipients
Civil War Brown, Wilson, W. Co. F, 21st Ohio Infantry, Private, Army. Born; December 25, 1837 in Logan County, Ohio. Entered service in Wood County, Ohio. Died; December 25th, 1916, in Toledo, Ohio. Buried at New Belleville Ridge Cemetery, . . . Map (db m160385) WM
14 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Spanish American Veterans Memorial
Spanish American April 25, 1898 to August 12, 1898 Espen, Michael S.Map (db m160382) WM
15 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Vietnam May 30, 1962 to April 30, 1975 Anteau, Karl Thomas · Ball, Robert · Bezeau, Rick William · Black, Dewayne Rodney · Bly, Robert Tildon · Bobo, William Charles · Boggess, Ralph M., III · Boyer, Charles Thomas · . . . Map (db m160375) WM
16 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County WWI Veterans Memorial
WWI July 28, 1914 to November 11, 1918 Abele, William H. · Allen, Irving H. · Amos, John Patrick · Anderson, Mauda · Andrzejczak, Joseph A. · Archer, Glen B. · Aukerman, Roy A. · Austin, Henry · Avery, Archie C. · Baily, . . . Map (db m160381) WM
17 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Lucas County WWII Veterans Memorial
WWII September 1, 1939 to August 15, 1945 Abrams, Albert · Acker, George G. · Adams, Donald E. · Adamski, Joseph S. · Adamski, Theodore L. · Ahlmann, Richard A. · Algrisse, Frank G. · Aldrich, Frank E. · Aldridge, Eugene F. . . . Map (db m160380) WM
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18 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — A86 — Michigan - Ohio State Line — Ohio Revolutionary Memorial Trail — Hull-Winchester Marches — Reported missing
Ohio's Revolutionary Memorial Trail Text on North Side : Hull-Winchester Marches 1812 • Marches • 1813 - - - - - MichiganOhio State Line Text on South Side : . . . Map (db m93602) HM
19 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — OV — Overland Trail
The Great Trail Established by Native Americans, the Great Trail was a Buryrus network of wilderness paths used for peaceful trade, hunting, and gathering of natural resources. These footpaths extended from New England . . . Map (db m200565) HM
20 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Point Place Veterans Memorial
For God and Country This tablet is erected to keep in honored memory all of those from Point Place who served, were wounded or died in all warsMap (db m204605) WM
21 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — 44-48 — Salem Lutheran Church
Founded in 1842, Salem Lutheran Church is Toledo's first and oldest Lutheran congregation. Located in Toledo's oldest neighborhood, Vistula, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the church was originally composed of German . . . Map (db m177770) HM
22 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — The Great Trail
This tablet marks the path made previous to the French and Indian War by the Indians who called it the Great Trail. It extended from Detroit to Pittsburgh and was used by the French and British and by General Harrison in 1812. It was regarded as . . . Map (db m27216) HM
23 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — The Lost City
Built on the speculation of businessmen in the 1830s, Manhattan seemed a perfect choice for the convergence of newly available transportation modes. Chosen for its natural channel and proximity to the Maumee River, Manhattan had some early . . . Map (db m204609) HM
24 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — The Man Behind the Name
The area of Manhattan Marsh Preserve that today contains the parking lot, restroom, and basketball court was once owned by the City of Toledo and known as Blair Area. Roy R. Blair, 1880-1954, lived in Toledo for much of his lifetime. He . . . Map (db m204608) HM
25 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — Toledo
Toledo established January 7. 1837 the home of Jeep and the Toledo Mud HensMap (db m204568) HM
26 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo — 6-48 — Vistula Historic District — Ohio Historical Marker
The pioneer village of Vistula is now bounded by Walnut, Champlain, Chestnut, Magnolia, and Summit streets. Established in 1833 by Benjamin F. Stickney and Edward Bissell, Vistula was merged with its rival, Port Lawrence, and in 1837 both villages . . . Map (db m26318) HM
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27 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — A Hand Made Building
The remarkable part of the Reptilia Building is that it was built by relief labor & almost entirely of salvaged materials. Even more remarkable is the fact that it is a hand made building-probably the first of its kind built in Toledo in a half . . . Map (db m228631) HM
28 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — African Penguin Conservation — The African Penguin is endangered.
In the last three generations, breeding populations of African Penguins have decreased by more than 50 percent. They continue to decline. The main threats African Penguins face are competition for food with the commercial fishing industry, . . . Map (db m228853) HM
29 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Alpacas — Vicugna pacos
The smallest domesticated relative of camels, alpacas are native to the Andean Mountains of South America. Alpacas were domesticated for their soft wool, which has 22 color variations and is popular around the world. A male alpaca can produce eight . . . Map (db m228867) HM
30 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Amur Tiger — Panthera tigris altaica
Range: The Amur region bordering northeast China, far east area of Russia, and North Korea Habitat: Mountainous forests Weight: 250-650 Diet: Carnivore
Could Chicken Little Be Right? All . . . Map (db m228726) HM
31 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Chessie Circle Trail - Copland Blvd.
Connecting Communities The Chessie Circle, once a heavily traversed railway, will once again become a major community connector as a multi-purpose trail. Reflective of Toledo's rich industrial heritage 10 rail companies worked together . . . Map (db m204565) HM
32 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Chessie Circle Trail - River Rd.
Connecting Communities The Chessie Circle, once a heavily traversed railway, will once again become a major community connector as a multi-purpose trail. Reflective of Toledo's rich industrial heritage 10 rail companies worked together . . . Map (db m204564) HM
33 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Chimney Swifts
Native to Eastern North America Migrate to Caribbean, South and Central America
Building nests Chimney Swifts attach their nests to the inside of chimneys using a gluey-saliva which allows the nest to . . . Map (db m228854) HM
34 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Chimney Swifts
Native to Eastern North America Migrate to Caribbean, South and Central America
Building nests Chimney Swifts attach their nests to the inside of chimneys using a gluey-saliva which allows the nest to . . . Map (db m228859) HM
35 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Coal-y Toledo!
3,300 pounds of coal. This large block of anthracite coal came to Toledo at the turn of the 20th century from a mine near Scranton, PA. It was displayed in front of a coal company on Cherry Street for 25 years before coming to the Toledo Zoo around . . . Map (db m228850) HM
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36 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Emerson
Galapagos tortoise Hunted to Extinction There are at least 14 living species of Galapagos tortoise. In the 18 and 19th centuries, the tortoises were collected by whaling ships as a source of meat on the long voyages This has endangered many . . . Map (db m228857) HM
37 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Giraffes then and now
The roof of this structure was a part of the original Giraffe House built in 1928. The Giraffe House was the home for giraffes and other hoofed animals including American bison, llamas, ponies and several species of deer, camels and zebras. The . . . Map (db m228848) HM
38 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Goats — Capra aegagrus hircus
Humans have been herding goats for over 9,000 years and there are more than 200 breeds ranging in size from 20-250 pounds! Goats are herbivores that grab food with their lips and only chew on one side of their mouths because their upper jaw is wider . . . Map (db m228864) HM
39 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Horn of dilemma
Poaching is the largest threat not only for Indian rhinos, but all rhino species. By killing rhinos solely for their horns, poachers have pushed the species to the brink of extinction. Rhino horn is comprised of a protein called keratin, which is . . . Map (db m228849) HM
40 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Human expansion in Europe likely led to the extinction of the cave bear
Cave bears were enormous bears that lived throughout Europe and Asia during the last Ice Age. Now extinct, this species dwelt in caves where hundreds of their fossil remains have been recovered. New evidence reveals that a growing population of . . . Map (db m228730) HM
41 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Humans And Bears Continue To Share A Fragile Relationship
Human and bear conflict remains the biggest threat to many bear species. As bear habitat shrinks and human population grows, bear-human encounters are certain to happen. Property damage, economic loss or human injury usually leads to the . . . Map (db m228728) HM
42 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Improving Delaware Creek
Newly installed rain gardens and bioswales will help fix erosion problems, reduce runoff, and improve water quality and habitat. Delaware Creek is a 1.8-mile stream that drains five square miles. It enters the Maumee River at river mile 9.2. 1 . . . Map (db m217119) HM
43 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Mangalitsa Pigs — Sus scrofa domesticus
While this breed looks like a cross between a sheep and a pig, it is actually all pig. The breed was developed in the 19th century as an experimental breeding of a wild boar and lard pig. Known for its curly hair that can be blonde, red or black, . . . Map (db m228868) HM
44 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Most Bear Species Populations Are Rebounding In The United States
Restored and improved habitat provides more space for bears to live. The American Black bear population, once depleted partly from habitat loss, has made an incredible rebound. An estimated population of 800,000 black bears now roam the . . . Map (db m228727) HM
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45 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Narragansett Turkey — Meleagris gallopavo
This breed originated in New England in the 1600's when domestic turkeys brought over by European colonists crossed with native turkeys. Male and female turkeys are referred to as "toms" and "hens". Narragansett tom turkeys can grow up to 28 pounds, . . . Map (db m228860) HM
46 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Salmon Faverolle Chickens — Gallus gallus domesticus
There are more than 25 billion chickens in the world. This breed was originally developed in France for winter egg production. They are characterized by a gentle disposition, beard, muff, feathered legs and feet and a fifth toe. Males are tan with . . . Map (db m228865) HM
47 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Sheep — Ovis aries
There are currently over 1 billion sheep in the world, representing more than 900 different breeds. Sheep were the first animals to be domesticated and were utilized for their wool, meat and milk. Today, most sheep milk is turned into cheese such as . . . Map (db m228862) HM
48 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Skeldon Plaza
This plaza commemorates the vision and many contributions of Frank Skeldon and his son, Phillip the first modern directors of The Toledo Zoological Gardens. Under their leadership, the Zoo was transformed into an internationally renowned . . . Map (db m228640) HM
49 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Snow Leopard — Panthera uncia uncia
The Ghost Cat: Listed on the IUCN Red List as Vulnerable with a decreasing population Current estimates indicate only 3,500-7,000 snow leopards left in the wild. Threats:
• Poaching for fur and bones to be used in . . . Map (db m228729) HM
50 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — The Bridge
This Toledo bridge was built in 1902 by the American bridge company – part of Andrew Carnegie's United States Steel Company. Swing span bridges were among the rarest in the country, and this one was most notable for its rim bearing . . . Map (db m182379) HM
51 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — The Original Penguin
The first animal to be named a "penguin" wasn't a penguin at all! When early explorers of the North Atlantic discovered the Great Auk, a large now extinct flightless seabird, they named it "penguin." When the explorers later became more . . . Map (db m228852) HM
52 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — The Park Today
The park you're standing in was built when the bridge was removed and includes portions of the bridge. The tallest portion of the bridge was able to swing open in order to allow tall ships and boats traveling on the river to pass. The turning . . . Map (db m182378) HM
53 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — 11-48 — The Toledo Zoo / The New Deal in Toledo
Side 1: The Toledo Zoo Now ranked among the country's finest, the zoo began in 1900 with one large woodchuck in a box at Walbridge Park. After the organization of the Toledo Zoological Society, 1905-10, the zoo began its steady growth, . . . Map (db m29762) HM
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54 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Thomas H. Anderson — 1924-2006
In recognition of his vision and leadership in helping to create a thriving zoo which has become part of the fabric of life in our community and which will be enjoyed for generations to come.Map (db m228639) HM
55 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Toledo Beltway Railroad
Always a hub for transportation, by the turn of the 19th century Toledo was the third largest rail center in the United States. Twenty-four railroads serving the city were vital to making Toledo the business center of Western Lake . . . Map (db m182377) HM
56 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Beverly — Ziems Conservatory
Opened in 1904; Rededicated July 27, 2000 Funding for the renovation of the Conservatory was provided by Mr. & Mrs. Tom S. Ziems in recognition of five generations of the Ziems family who have lived in this community. Theodore J. Ziems, Mr. . . . Map (db m228855) HM
57 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Birmingham — 16-48 — Birmingham - Ironville
The Birmingham and Ironville neighborhoods were so named because of their early iron industries located along Front Street and the Maumee River. This became Toledo's first area of heavy industrial development with iron manufacturing, coal . . . Map (db m196960) HM
58 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Birmingham — Veterans Memorial
In memory of those who served God and CountryMap (db m196969) WM
59 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 6th Ohio Vol. Infantry Memorial Tree
This tree was planted April 29, 1898 As the 6th Ohio Vol. Infantry with companies E - Bryan I - Clyde M - Defiance D - Fostoria K - Fremont F - Napoleon B - Sandusky G - Wauseon A, C, H & L - Toledo Left for the . . . Map (db m171215) WM
60 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Basset's Nut Co.
This place has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m200568) HM
61 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Boundary Between Rival Pioneer Villages — 1837 - 1937
This tablet erected in Toledo's centennial year, marks the boundary between the rival pioneer villages, Port Lawrence and Vistula, from whose union in 1833 sprang the city of Toledo, incorporated in 1837.Map (db m201235) HM
62 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Combat Veterans Wounded Memorial
Dedicated to all men and women wounded in all our wars
My stone is red for the blood they shed. The medal I bear is my country's way to show they care. If I could be seen by all mankind maybe peace will come . . . Map (db m173266) WM
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63 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 36-48 — Engine House Number One / Neptune Engine No. 1
(Engine House Number One – marker side 1) Toledo's first fire station was built in November 1837 one city block due north of this site at the southwest corner of Cherry Street and Eagle Lane at 519 Cherry on what is now the driveway . . . Map (db m121491) HM
64 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Huron St. Village
One of Toledo's oldest neighborhoods and originally in Michigan, Huron St. Village was considered as the site of the University of Michigan. After the outcome of the Michigan-Toledo War of 1835 the area was permanently established in Ohio and . . . Map (db m234972) HM
65 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — James A. Rhodes Plaza — Governor - 1962-1970 and 1974-1982
On November 9, 2001, the Ohio Building Authority manned this Plaza and Fountain area in honor of James A. Rhodes, four-term Governor of Ohio, who through his leadership, provided great influence in obtaining numerous projects that continue to . . . Map (db m170998) HM
66 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Korean War Memorial
Korean War Memorial The Forgotten War 1950-1953 Dedicated June 25th, 2006 Korean War Veterans Association of Northwest Ohio Chapter 131 Major U.S. Combat Units 8th Army • 2nd Infantry Division • 7th Infantry . . . Map (db m175159) WM
67 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County — Created June 20, 1835 — Named for Governor Robert Lucas —
Son of the Pioneers, born 1781. Recruited twenty Ohioans for duty in case of war with Spain over Louisiana Purchase. Brigadier General, 2nd. Brigade, 2nd. Division, Ohio Militia in War of 1812. Governor of Ohio 1832-36; enacted first laws . . . Map (db m121994) HM
68 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 21-48 — Lucas County — Ohio Historical Marker
[Front Side/West Side of Marker]:"Lucas County" Lucas County was named for Governor Robert Lucas who championed Ohio's cause in the "Toledo War," a boundary dispute arising when both Ohio and the Michigan Territory claimed this area. . . . Map (db m191365) HM
69 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County Catholic War Veterans Memorial Flagpole
Catholic War Veterans of the United States of America for God, country and home April 19, 1959Map (db m171214) WM
70 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County Civil War Memorial
Dedicated to the memory of our fathers 1861 - 1865 Erected by the Daughters of Union Veterans of The Civil War Tent No. 66 This memorial urn was originally dedicated by the DUV Tent No. 66 on December 12, 1930, to honor local veterans . . . Map (db m173264) WM
71 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County Korean War Memorial
Walter G. Archambo • Robert L. Beale • Robert D. Beard • George E. Beer • Clarence A. Billheimer • William Bolander • Billie F. Bradshaw • Donald P. Burns • Vincent K. Chavez • Troy Clarkson • Roy C. Cornell • Dana A. Dellinger . . . Map (db m231303) WM
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72 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County Veterans Memorial
WWII Leo Beals • John Beatty • Eugene Bell • Charles Beeler • Robert Bryner • Benjamin Cooper • Michael Cullen • Richard Davis • Thurman Davis • John Delahanty • John Deitz • Martin Favors • Morris Gecowets • . . . Map (db m175889) WM
73 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County Vietnam War Memorial
Karl T. Anteau • Albert F. Baird • Robert Ball • Jimmie Barfield • Rick W. Bezeau • Dewayne R. Black • Robert Bly • William C. Bobo • Ralph M. Boggess, III • Charles T. Boyer • Andrew T. Brassfield • Leo Broham, Jr. • . . . Map (db m238037) WM
74 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County World War I Memorial
A great city pays tribute to its honored dead Nov. 11, 1918 - Nov. 11, 1968 In memory of the patriotism of the 333 Toledo men who gave their lives for their country in World War I Dedicated on Nov. 11, 1968 - The 50th Anniversary . . . Map (db m177454) WM
75 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Lucas County World War II Memorial
A Albert W. Abrams • G. Chanler Acker • Evan C. Acklin • Donald E. Adams • Joseph S. Adamski • Louis Adamski • Theodore L. Adamski • Richard A Ahlman • Frank C. Aigrisse • Eugene F. Aldridge • Charles H. Alexander • . . . Map (db m177444) WM
76 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 53-48 — Mercy Hospital of Toledo / Mercy Hospital School of Nursing
Mercy Hospital of Toledo. In late 1911, the Right Reverend Joseph Schrembs, Toledo's first Bishop, corresponded with Sister Mary Bernardine McMullen and two companions, Sister Mary Anthony McMullen and Sister Mary DeChantel Lyons, and asked . . . Map (db m191367) HM
77 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 47-48 — Moses Fleetwood Walker
Moses Fleetwood Walker was born on October 7, 1856 in Ohio to Moses M. Walker, a physician, and Caroline, a midwife. He attended and played baseball at Oberlin College and the University of Michigan. In 1883, Walker joined the newly formed Toledo . . . Map (db m191362) HM
78 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Officer Jacob "Jake" Chandler
Officer Jacob "Jake” Chandler Appointed to T.P.D. Sept. 8, 1941 Enlisted in US Army Nov. 26, 1942 2nd Lieutenant Jake Chandler 370th Inf. Reg. 92nd Inf. Div. Killed in action Feb.9, 1945 Italy The only active T.P.D. . . . Map (db m173253) WM
79 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Ontario Building
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m201239) HM
80 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 29-48 — Original Site of Toledo's Oldest Black Institution / Warren African Methodist Episcopal Church
Original Site of Toledo's Oldest Black Institution. In 1847, eight persons formed a mission parish of the African Methodist Episcopal Church (Sandusky Circuit). Reverend Henry J. Young, the minister, had come to Toledo through the Underground . . . Map (db m172326) HM
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81 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 10-48 — Port Lawrence / Fort Industry, 1805 — Ohio Historical Marker — Reported missing
[East Side of Marker]:"Port Lawrence" This pioneer village, which was united with its downriver rival, Vistula, to be incorporated as Toledo in 1837, was platted by Cincinnati businessmen in 1817. The "Panic" of 1819 caused the . . . Map (db m191363) HM
82 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Project Blue Light
Project Blue Light is a nationwide recognition of those Police Officers who have died in the line of duty. It began in 1988 in Philadelphia when the late Dolly Craig wrote a letter to Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS), stating that she would . . . Map (db m173214) HM
83 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Root Outdoor Advertising Building
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m201242) HM
84 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Spanish American War Memorial
This monument erected by Spanish War veterans, patriotic organizations and citizens of the city of Toledo to commemorate the valour and patriotism of the men who served in the War with Spain, Philippine Insurrection and China Relief Expedition . . . Map (db m121997) WM
85 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 61-48 — The 1894 King-Quale Elevator Fire
On the night of January 3, 1894, Toledo's largest fire broke out in the massive King-Quale grain elevator. A westward wind from the Maumee River drove flames toward the center of Toledo's business district. The blaze destroyed several buildings . . . Map (db m191364) HM
86 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — The Berdan
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m201240) HM
87 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 19-48 — The Blade
The Toledo Blade is the city's oldest continuing business. The newspaper was first published on December 19, 1835, during the Ohio-Michigan boundary dispute known as the "Toledo War." The name is derived from that conflict and the famous swords of . . . Map (db m121496) HM
88 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — The Bronze Boar
This place has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m200570) HM
89 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — The First Y's Men's Club
"To acknowledge the duty that accompanies every right" The First Y's Men's Club Was founded November 22, 1922 in the YMCA located on this site Judge Paul William Alexander, First PresidentMap (db m173260) HM
90 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — The Lucas County Courthouse
On January 1. 1897, this building was first opened to the proud citizens of Lucas County Currently. The Lucas County Courthouse contains the courtrooms of ten Common Pleas General Division Judges. as well as offices of the Prosecutor, Clerk . . . Map (db m171201) HM
91 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — The Ruben Company
This place has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m200569) HM
92 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Tin Can
This place has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m200571) HM
93 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 7-48 — Toledo — Ohio Historical Marker —
[Front Side of Marker, Facing South]:"Toledo" After consolidation of the villages of Fort Lawrence and Vistula, the City of Toledo was incorporated in 1837. Originally named "Toledo" in 1833, the site became part of Ohio when the . . . Map (db m27063) HM
94 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Toledo and Lucas County World War Memorial Tree
This tree planted by the War Mothers in memory of the Toledo and Lucas County Fallen Heroes of the World WarMap (db m171211) WM
95 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — 14-48 — Toledo's First High School / Toledo-Lucas County Public Library
SIde A Toledo's First High School Toledo High School opened in 1854 on the site of the city's first log schoolhouse. After an 1895 fire, it was rebuilt and named Central High School. The facility closed in 1914 with . . . Map (db m94891) HM
96 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Toledo's Memorial Hall Cornerstone
Here is the cornerstone of Toledo's Memorial Hall, dedicated 1886 to the honor of the soldiers and sailors of Lucas County in the late war, and m memory of those who' gave up their lives in the maintenance of our country. The Hall became an . . . Map (db m172988) HM WM
97 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Trinity Episcopal Church
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior Map (db m201236) HM
98 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — Viet Nam Peace Arch Memorial Plaza
Viet Nam Peace Arch Memorial and Plaza by Kenneth M. Thompson, 2002Map (db m173606) WM
99 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — War Savings Stamps — Lucas County
In recognition of the Patriotism of the People of Lucas County who so generously purchased War Savings Stamps in 1918 this tablet is gratefully erected by the Ohio War Savings CommitteeMap (db m121995) WM
100 Ohio, Lucas County, Toledo, Center City — William McKinley Monument
(panel 1) William McKinley Born at Niles – Trumbull County, Ohio January Twenty-Ninth – Eighteen Hundred and Forty-Three Volunteer Soldier of the Rebellion Representative in Congress Twice Governor of Ohio Twice . . . Map (db m121996) HM

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