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Ed Abramson on his Father's Long Journey to Wooster in 1917
Ed Abramson, the historian of the Knesseth Israel Temple, recounts his father's long journey to Wooster from Russia amidst the Bolshevik Revolution in 1917.
Ebert Log Cabin
Most of Wooster’s residents in the early nineteenth century lived in small log cabins similar to the one pictured with two rooms and a fireplace for heat and cooking.
Ebenezer Symbol
Photo of masonic symbol outside of Ebenezer lodge on N Market St
Ebenezer Lodge old
Photograph of Masonic Temple in Wooster from Frontier Cornerstone.
Ebenezer Lodge
Photo of Masonic temple on N Market St
Early OARDC Wooster Campus Including Administration Building from 1911 Souvenir Booklet
The original buildings of Wooster’s OARDC campus included laboratories, a creamery, a dairy barn, and greenhouses.
Early Horse Racing
Horse racing has been an important fair exhibition from an early point in the life of the fair. More than just a high-energy display, racing was a way to put the results of horse breeding and training methods on display.
Eagles Symbol
Symbol for Fraternal Organization of Eagles
Eagle Lodge
Photograph of the Eagle Lodge on Beall Ave
Dr. Lord's Inauguration
Front page of transcript of Dr. Lord's Inaugural Address
Dr. Bennett and Mr. Stewart
Hugh Hammond Bennett, who began the Soil Conservation Service, and Roach Stewart of Duke Power Company while attending a picnic in North Carolina.
Downtown Wooster Economic Development Project Sign
A sign posted at a work site of the Wooster Downtown Economic Development Project, the precursor to Main Street Wooster
Digiacomo Green Plaque
A photograph of the memorial at DiGiacomo Green. It was dedicated in 2008 at the previous site of the DiGiacomo Building.
Detail of Administration Building on OARDC Wooster Campus 2013
The detail above the door shows the building was finished in 1896.
Demonstration of a Plank Drag, 1904
This photo from the Agricultural College Extension Bulletin demonstrates an innovative piece of technology sold in Wayne County starting in the mid-Nineteenth century - the plank drag.
Decommissioning The Depot, 1971
This is a 1971 photo of the last passenger train leaving Wooster and Mayor Paul Tilford marching with a group of men as the railroad depot is being decommissioned.
David Freedlander's Passport Application, 1898
In 1898, David Freedlander’s health began failing. He thought it would be best for his health if he returned to Europe for some time, so he applied for a passport in 1898. He later died while making the voyage, leaving Freedlander’s Department store…
David Emery's Certificate of Church Membership at the German Reformed Church, 1848
This certificate of membership to the German Reformed Church highlights the importance of taking communion. Curiously, the certificate is completely in English.
Daniel Freeman's Certificate of Eligibility
Certificate of Eligibility for Daniel Freeman, the first to file a claim under the Homestead Act. He settled in Nebraska.
D.L. Freedlander Fifteenth Anniversary Original Letter, circa 1899
In this rare letter from D.L. Freedlander, he celebrates the continued prosperity of the store and cites his decision to establish fixed prices as a reason for its success.
D.L. Freedlander Buffalo Clothing House Business Letterhead 1894
The original name of the store reflects D.L. Freedlander’s hometown, which both he and his son, Herman worked to make a viable business.
D.L. Freedlander Advertisement, circa 1898
Freedlander’s went through many name changes, including D.L. Freedlander’s One Price Clothier, named after David Louis Freedlander, the original owner.
Critchfield Tombstone
Relatives of Adelaide Critchfield are buried in Wooster Cemetery. She died tragically in a fire that destroyed her Wooster home in 1895.
Creston Mill
The Creston Milling Company was established in 1882. The mill was five stories high and was located on the south side of West Erie Street, extending to the Erie Railroad. The company manufactured roller-process flour and had a capacity of 175 barrels…
Courtroom in Traditional Style
Mark K. Wiest is the primary judge who presides over this room. Restored to maintain the traditional style of courtroom, Judge Wiest tries general civil and criminal cases.
Congressman John McSweeney
John McSweeney was a Democratic congressman and good friend of Harold Freedlander, often writing to him for advice. He spoke at the dedication of the Knesseth Israel Temple.
Compton Tombstone
Elias Compton served as dean at the College of Wooster and had three sons, Karl, Arthur, and Wilson, who went on to gain distinction.
Company D, Led by Captain Redick, Parades in Columbus
Captain Redick Leads Company D, 146th Infantry down High St. in Columbus, Ohio upon their return from France in 1919