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In The Land of Oz: Communal Living in Crawford County Revisited
Many think of the 1960s in America as a time of peace, love, and understanding. But, during the time the country was nearing the end of the decade, turmoil crisscrossed the United States. By 1968,...
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Built to Last: The History of the L.C. Graves Buggy Factory
Leonard Graves was an expert blacksmith who learned the carpentry trade by building carriages as a hobby for family and friends. During the post-war period following the Civil War, business was booming, and demand for...
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Origins of the Crawford County Fair
Ohio race horses helped bring about the county fair With the excitement of the Crawford County Fair upon us, it’s worth taking a belated look at the origins of the what arguably is the county’s largest...
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The Underground Railroad’s Secret Operations in Crawford County
As we reflect on this country’s African American heritage, it’s worth noting Crawford County’s role as a branch of the Underground Railroad. In the years leading up to the Civil War, area residents, like much...
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