Jefferson Township in Vevay in Switzerland County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

A Tribute To Paul W. Ogle

Photographed By Craig Doda, February 17, 2024

1. A Tribute To Paul W. Ogle Marker

Inscription. 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

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Charity & Public Work. A significant historical date for this entry is March 21, 1989.

Location. 38° 44.82′ N, 85° 4.129′ W. Marker is in Vevay, Indiana, in Switzerland County. It is in Jefferson Township. Marker is on West Main Street, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 128 W Main Street, Vevay IN 47043, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Dungeon (a few steps from this marker); Switzerland County World War I Memorial (a few steps from this marker); Switzerland County Courthouse (a few steps from this marker); Historical Site - Switzerland County Courthouse (within shouting

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distance of this marker); "Bison-tennial" Public Art Project (within shouting distance of 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); POW-MIA Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Vevay.

Also see . . . About the Ogle Center: History (Ogle Center).

Excerpt: The Paul W. Ogle Cultural and Community Center is named for Indiana native and philanthropist, Paul W. Ogle. Founder of the Silgas Company, Mr. Ogle began a foundation in his name in 1979 to assist with community development and charitable needs.

(Submitted on March 7, 2024.)

Switzerland County Courthouse image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Craig Doda, February 17, 2024

2. Switzerland County Courthouse

Credits. This page was last revised on March 7, 2024. It was originally submitted on February 29, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 29, 2024, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.