Description: For auction is a neat booklet entitled "Highlights of Ohio History". It was issued in 1953 by the Ohio Bell Telephone Company in conjunction with the 150th Ohio Sesquicentennial celebration. The booklet, with 32 content pages and sketch illustrated, traces major events in the history of the Buckeye State. Events include the mound builders who populated the area 10,000 years ago; the discovery of the Ohio River by LaSalle; the Battle of Fallen Timbers; the Greenville Treaty; Ohio's First Capital at Chillicothe; the Battle of Lake Erie; Ohio in the Civil War; more 1953 Ohio History booklet - 1803-1953 Ohio Sesquicentennial Click images to enlarge Description For auction is a neat booklet entitled "Highlights of Ohio History". It was issued in 1953 by the Ohio Bell Telephone Company in conjunction with the 150th Ohio Sesquicentennial celebration. The booklet, with 32 content pages and sketch illustrated, traces major events in the history of the Buckeye State. Events include the mound builders who populated the area 10,000 years ago; the discovery of the Ohio River by LaSalle; the Battle of Fallen Timbers; the Greenville Treaty; Ohio's First Capital at Chillicothe; the Battle of Lake Erie; Ohio in the Civil War; more. There is a 2-page history of telephone progress in Ohio; profiles of 8 presidents who came from Ohio; profiles of Ohio's famous women and men; Ohio's firsts (first commercial radio station, first professional baseball team); summaries of Ohio's wealth in industry and agriculture; a map of the state locating scenic and historic shrines; more. This booklet measures appx 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches; the cover is a medium weight cardstock, and the content pages are a quality apper. It is multi-color printed. This item appears to have had little if any use and is in EXCELLENT condition -- it has no rips, tears, writings or markings; the binding is secure and all pages are firmly attached. Remarkable condition for something now soon to be 60 years old. A great collectible for the Ohio history buff or nostalgist. Get images that make Supersized seem small.Showcase your items with Auctiva's Listing Templates! THE simple solution for eBay sellers. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter
Price: 8 USD
Location: Alexandria, Virginia
End Time: 2024-10-14T18:52:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.29 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
