Bellaire in Belmont County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Colonel John H. Sullivan
Dedicated to the Life and Memory of
Photographed by Mike Wintermantel, November 2, 2014
1. Dedicated to the Life and Memory of Colonel John H Sullivan Marker
In November 1854, Colonel Sullivan platted the Harris Farm for a community incorporated in 1860 as Bellaire City, and in 1872 as the City of Bellaire.
His life was devoted with invincible spirit in promotion of the prosperity and growth of Bellaire, Ohio. President and Promoter of the Central Ohio R.R. and the Bellaire & Southwestern R.R., western agent of the Baltimore & Ohio R.R. during the Civil War, proprietor of the Star Glass Works, Sullivan Coal Works and Sullivan & Co. in real estate, he led the community in seeking approval for construction of The Great Stone Viaduct through the heart of the Bellaire business district, which today remains a National Historic Landmark revered by the community.
Dedicated August 15th, 2003, in the 200th year of the State of Ohio, and the 143rd year of incorporated Bellaire, by the Bellaire Bicentennial Committee, Village and Residents.
Erected 2003 by The Bellaire Bicentennial Committee, Village and Residents.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Railroads & Streetcars • War, US Civil. A significant historical month for this entry is November 1854.
Location. 40° 0.988′
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Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest, in the Ohio River Valley, in Appalachia, and specifically in Northern Appalachia. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: War Memorial (a few steps from this marker); World War II Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); World War I Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); King Solomon White (1868-1955) / "Sol" White In His Own Words (within shouting distance of this marker); West Washington Street World War II Honor Roll (within shouting distance of this marker); Willow Grove Mine (within shouting distance of this marker); Civil War Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Square and its Uses / The Question of Ownership (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bellaire.
Photographed by Mike Wintermantel, November 2, 2014
2. Dedicated to the Life and Memory of Colonel John H Sullivan Marker
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., February 20, 2010
3. Colonel John H. Sullivan Relief
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., February 20, 2010
4. Colonel John H. Sullivan Marker
Photographed by William Fischer, Jr., February 20, 2010
5. Colonel John H. Sullivan Marker
Photographed by Mike Wintermantel, November 2, 2014
6. The Bellaire Bicentennial Time Capsule
At the foot of the statue
Placed in this spot in celebration of the Ohio State Bicentennial in Bellaire, Ohio for the coming generations
November 30, 2003
Placed in this spot in celebration of the Ohio State Bicentennial in Bellaire, Ohio for the coming generations
November 30, 2003
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 2, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 918 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on November 2, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 3, 4, 5. submitted on April 18, 2015, by William Fischer, Jr. of Reynoldsburg, Ohio. 6. submitted on November 2, 2014, by Mike Wintermantel of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
