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5 Fun Facts About February 11 In Ohio History
1. In 1805, the Ohio Legislature held their first meeting in the new state capital of Chillicothe. Prior to this year, the Legislature had met in Cincinnati and other various locations. 2. The Ohio Buckeye tree was officially designated as the state tree on February 11, 1953. The Buckeye's shiny...
5 Fun Facts About February 10 In Ohio History
1. On February 10, 1863, the Ohio Legislature agreed to suspend the writ of habeas corpus in order to allow for the arrest and detention of Confederate sympathizers and supporters of the Confederacy during the American Civil War. 2. In 1933, Ohio native and famous aviator, Harold Gatty completed a...
5 Fun Facts About February 9 In Ohio History
1. In 1864, Union General William T. Sherman arrived in Ohio to give a speech in front of the Ohio Legislature in support of the Union war effort. Sherman had become famous for his "March to the Sea" campaign and his capture of Atlanta during the Civil War. 2. In...
5 Fun Facts About February 8 In Ohio History
1. On February 8, 1801, Ohio enacted its first state constitution. This document served as the basis for Ohio's government until a new constitution was adopted in 1851. 2. In 1837, on February 8, the first train from Cincinnati to Dayton arrived in Dayton. This journey marked the beginning of...
5 Fun Facts About February 7 In Ohio History
1. The Buckeye State's First Grange: On February 7, 1873, the first Grange in Ohio was founded in Washington County. The Grange was a fraternal organization that advocated for the rights and interests of farmers and rural communities. 2. Ohio's First Female Mayor: In 1917, Mabel Walker Willebrandt became the...
5 Fun Facts About February 6 In Ohio History
1. On February 6, 1812, the first Ohio constitution was ratified, which established the new state government and outlined its powers and structure. 2. In 1887, Ohio State University was founded on February 6 with the signing of the university's charter by Governor Joseph B. Foraker. 3. On February 6,...
5 Fun Facts About February 5 In Ohio History
1. In 1929, the first issue of the "Wooster Daily Record" was published in Wooster, Ohio. The paper, which is still being printed today, covers local news, sports, and community events. 2. On February 5, 1948, 35 teenage boys were killed in a fire at the Cleveland Home for the...
5 Fun Facts About February 4 In Ohio History
1. In 1809, Ohio became the 17th state to join the United States. At the time, the state consisted of just 3 counties, but has since grown to 88 counties. 2. On February 4, 1945, Ohioan Major Bill Hendricks became the first pilot to exceed the speed of sound. He...
5 Fun Facts About February 3 In Ohio History
1. On February 3, 1809, the Ohio State Legislature officially approved Columbus as the new state capital, replacing Chillicothe. The decision was made due to Columbus's central location in the state and its potential for growth and development. 2. In 1870, the first black person was elected to a municipal...
5 Fun Facts About February 2 In Ohio History
1. Groundhog Day: February 2 is known around the world as Groundhog Day. In the United States, Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog from Pennsylvania, is the most famous prognosticator of the event. However, Ohio has its own groundhog weather predictor, Buckeye Chuck, who is a resident of Marion. 2. Ohio Statehood...
5 Fun Facts About February 1 In Ohio History
1. Ohio became the 17th state in the Union on February 1, 1803. After more than a year of debate and compromise, Congress finally approved Ohio's statehood and it was formally admitted to the United States. 2. In 1862, the Battle of Mill Springs took place in Kentucky, just south...
5 Fun Facts About January 31 In Ohio History
1. The Ohio Statehouse was completed on January 31, 1861. This iconic building, which still serves as the seat of Ohio's government, took over 20 years to build and cost nearly $1.3 million. Its impressive architecture and historical significance have made it a popular tourist destination. 2. The Ohio State...