Fort Recovery in Mercer County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
109 North Wayne Street
Circa 1888
Photographed By Craig Doda, January 28, 2023
1. 109 North Wayne Street Marker
Adam Schneider, a highly esteemed citizen of Fort Recovery, was born in Germany. He came to America in 1881, where he joined his three brothers, Charles, Frederick and Peter, who were engaged in business in Fort Recovery. He entered into several businesses with his brothers.
In 1888, he erected this large brick building, which bears his name. The Mercer County Atlas of 1888 describes him as a dealer in imported wines, cigars and tobacco.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Immigration • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1881.
Location. 40° 24.806′ N, 84° 46.777′ W. Marker is in Fort Recovery, Ohio, in Mercer County. Marker is on Wayne Street north of West Butler Street (Ohio Route 119), on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 111 Wayne St, Fort Recovery OH 45846, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Gen. Richard Butler (a few steps from this marker); 114-116 North Wayne Street (a few steps from this marker); 101 North Wayne Street (within shouting distance of this marker); The Battle of the Wabash (within shouting distance of this marker); The Battle of Fort Recovery (within shouting distance of this marker); The Role of Women in the Battle
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Photographed By Craig Doda, January 28, 2023
2. 109 North Wayne Street Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on February 7, 2023. It was originally submitted on January 29, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 67 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on January 29, 2023, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
