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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMJT9_nkp-caboose-no-1091_Lima-OH.html
Caboose No. 1091 was built in 1882 by the Lafayette Car Works of Lafayette, IN. It has been completely restored and equipped by the Allen County Historical Society. Although much of the structure has been replaced during its years of service, the …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMJT7_d-t-i-railroads-uniopolis-ohio-station_Lima-OH.html
In 1964, the Detroit, Toledo, and Ironton Railroad donated an equipped station to the Lincoln Park Railroad Exhibit. The depot behind you was moved from its original location at Uniopolis, Ohio ten miles to the south. It came complete with signal …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF6D_servicemens-free-canteen_Lima-OH.html
The Lima Chapter of the American Women's Voluntary Services Organization established a community-based, free canteen during World War II for troops traveling on the Pennsylvania Railroad and adjacent Baltimore & Ohio-Nickel Plate Railroads. Meetin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5Y_the-old-bell_Lima-OH.html
Cast in Cincinnati about 1840, this bell was brought to Lima by way of the Miami Erie Canal and horse drawn wagon, and placed in Allen County's 1842 Courthouse. It rang the hour, announced births and deaths, called citizens to church and town meet…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5W_the-interurban-era_Lima-OH.html
In 1910, the Ohio Electric Railway Company opened this terminal, formerly the Interurban Building, which served interurban passengers until 1937. Along with offices, it contained space for express and baggage handling, ticket windows, a newsstand,…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5T_faurot-oil-well_Lima-OH.html
In 1885, 800 feet north of this marker, Benjamin Faurot struck oil after drilling into the Trenton Rock Limestone formation at a depth of 1,251 feet. This event marked the beginning of the great Oil Boom of northwest Ohio. The ensuing rush brought…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5S_allen-county-ohio_Lima-OH.html
Allen County was originally Indian territory not opened for settlement until 1817, and was formally surveyed in 1820. County government was organized in 1831 and with the improvement of roads, settlers came and established communities in every par…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5R_korean-war-memorial_Lima-OH.html
The Korean WarJune 25, 1950 - July 27, 1953—————————To honor thosewho fought and diedto secure the freedomof the People of South Korea
Forgotten Nevermoreby Dillon StaasOn looking back, reca…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMF5P_allen-county-veterans-memorial_Lima-OH.html
A tribute to honorthose who servedour country in thearmed forces