John Paul Monument
On Saturday, May 23rd, 1936, 80 years ago New Carlisle celebrated its annual Memorial Day celebration.
Medway Celebrates It’s Bicentennial On Saturday
This coming Saturday, August 6th, Medway will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of its founding.
Medway 200th Anniversary Part 4
Medway in the News
According to the history of Medway on Wikipedia (website), “Medway played a major role as part of the western campaign during the American Revolutionary War.
History of Frederick N. Funston & the Funston Family
The Funston family was of Scotch-Irish descent.
Kern Lions at the Crawford House
Has anyone ever noticed the two large lion sculptures in town in front of the residence at 106 East Jefferson Street (State Route 571), “The Crawford House”?
Medway 200th Anniversary – Part 3
Glad to Meet You, Neighbor
As Jacob Hershey and others bought and sold town lots in Medway and local farm acreage, Bethel Township took on a population of settlers who were determined to put roots down deep.
Medway History Comes to Life at NC Public Library
Scott Suther of the Medway Area Historical Society presented an extensive history of Medway to area residents at the New Carlisle Public Library on Thursday, June 9.
Revolutionary War Soldier to be Honored this Memorial Day
While all the lives of the men and women taken in battle will be remembered this Memorial Day weekend, a special ceremony will be held in New Carlisle to honor a Revolutionary War soldier whose gravestone was obliterated through the years.
New Carlisle Public Library Hosts Fire Presentation
On May 12, 2016, history buffs David McWhorter and Scott Suther presented a talk to over a dozen residents on the fires that help shape New Carlisle and Bethel Township.
Medway 200th Anniversary - Part 2
How to Build a Town
Archibald Steele was a young, energetic man who settled on land in Section 19, Township 3, Range 9 just north of the Mad River in 1807.
Medway 200th Anniversary – Part 1
Planning a Party
In Clark County, black loam still covers patches of ground throughout Bethel Township.
New Carlisle Fire Bell
On March 22, 1966 the city of New Carlisle order the removal of the fire bell from belfry of the Town Hall, which was located at South West corner of Main and Washington Street.