On the Ohio.. The Ohio River Chapter Newsletter The Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation www.lewisandclark.org Vol.19 No.3 2018 on the river where the journey began President s Message I certainly hope that everyone who is reading this issue of On The Ohio is planning to attend and help with the Chapter s Fall Event, Lewis and Clark-The Handshake. The event is scheduled for October 20-21, 2018, at Clark s Point at the Falls of the Ohio State Park. This will be an outdoor event with displays, demonstrations, games, food concessions, period re-enactors, and lots of fun. Some of the scheduled attractions include blacksmithing, silversmith art, weaving, spinning, calligraphy, proper use of bow and arrow, tomahawk throwing, colonial games and colonial medications. Meriwether Lewis, George Rogers Clark, William Clark and York will be well represented at this event. The boy scouts will be on hand to handle the food concessions and will be working to earn their Ohio River Chapter Boy Scout Patch onsite. There certainly should be something for everyone. Additionally, there are several local organizations that are partnering with the ORC and the FOSP for this Event. These groups will have booths displaying Lewis and Clark themed displays to help in telling each group s role in the telling of the Lewis and Clark Story. Sandy Hennings will be sending each member a listing of all the groups and attractions that are associated with this year s Handshake Event. The Handshake has grown from a concept into a really big event for the ORC. Although there are Chapter Members in place to supervise each booth, table, and activity, much more help will be needed to help in managing the visitors. I want each Chapter Member to plan on attending and helping with this event. Members do not have to be in period attire for this event; regular weekend attire will be just fine. Please contact Chuck Crase, afccecrase@roadrunner.com, or Sandy Hennings, event coordinator, sandybear48813@yahoo.com, to indicate that you plan to help with the Event. Work assignments and responsibilities will be discussed at the Friday evening dinner. The Chapter needs your help and support to make this a truly successful event that we can expand into the Chapter s Annual Signature Event. I will be attending the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation s Annual Meeting in Astoria, OR, in early October. I plan to take along fliers of the Handshake Event to distribute to Board members and attendees. I will also try to get five minutes of podium time to tell the attendees all about our upcoming event and encourage each of them to come and to spread the word. The ORC will have its Fall Business Meeting Saturday evening at about 5:00-5:30pm at the FOSP-Clark Cabin Site. I want everyone to bring ideas on how we can recruit new members, retain established members, and increase meeting attendance. We need to discuss this and create an action plan. I also would appreciate members bringing
suggestions for future meeting sites and meeting activities. I want us to develop a long-range meeting plan which I think will help us all in planning and scheduling for future meetings and events. I am looking forward to seeing everyone in Clarksville for the Handshake Event. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Dress Code for the Handshake Once again, there is no dress code for the Handshake event. Although some of our members will be in period attire during this event, it is not a requirement for others. Regular weekend attire will be just fine. Do not let period dress be the reason you do not attend. Lend a hand and have a fun weekend. See you in Clarksville. Chuck ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Book-Sale at the Handshake The ORC is planning a Book-Sale at the HANDSHAKE event. ORC members are asked to donate any Lewis and Clark related books, history books, or any other books to the Book-Sale. There will be a Book-sale table at the Boy Scout booth where you can drop off the books. Each book should have a suggested price indicated. All sales will be cash and carry and the proceeds will go to the Chapter. This could develop into a regular event at the Handshake event, and be a boost to the Chapter s finances. Thanks for your support, Chuck ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Minutes-ORC-8/24/2018 Greendale, IN MEMBERS PRESENT;: Chuck Crase, President, Jerry Wilson, Vice-President, Skip Jackson, Treasurer, Janice Wilson Lorna Hainesworth and Julia Teuschler ADDITIONAL MEMBERS ATTENDING FRIDAY TOUR :Llinda Robertson, Jerry Robertson, Jim Keith, Ken Jutzi and Jim Holmberg OPENING CEREMONY: Opening Ceremony suspended due to time considerations. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: President;
Chuck gave a brief update on the planning for The Handshake. He encouraged everyone to come early to help with set up. He indicated that Sandy and her team were to be commended for their hard work on this project. Janice reported that Jerry Robertson had some books to donate to the ORC to sell at the event. He suggested a silent auction table to display and sell the books. After discussion and some confusion, Janice volunteered to contact Jerry to seek further clarification on this project, more later. It would be nice to have an ongoing fundraiser for this event. Chuck again mentioned his concern about the dwindling membership and meeting attendance but delayed a discussion until our next meeting. Vice-President; Jerry indicated that this was his last meeting as VP. Treasurer; Skip gave an oral summary and indicated he would email a detailed report the the officers later. He reported that the ORC remains in a positive financial position. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: LCTHF Wellness Challenge Sponsored by the ORC Jerry indicated that 12 participating 4-member teams completed this year s competition on June 30. Results will be announced at the LCTHF Annual Meeting in Astoria. Facebook Page Committee; Terri Purcell, committee chair, has retired and is relocating Out West to be near family. She is resigning her committee post and her chapter membership. A congratulatory email with best wishes for her retirement was sent on behalf of the chapter. We will now look for a replacement. UNFINISHED BUSINESS AND ONGOING PROGRAMS: ORC-BSA Patch Program; Jerry has 200 patches for The Handshake in stock. They will be $3.00 each. Eastern Legacy Extension Act, H.R. 3045; Chuck pointed out that Phyllis Yeager has sent out a very nice summary indicating the Eastern Legacy Bill has passed the House and has been sent to the Senate. She also indicated the Senate has read the bill and referred it to
their Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Lindy has also indicated that the bill is moving through the Senate and is nearing a vote. Jerry pointed out that Senators Todd Young and Joe Donnelley are the key sponsors for this bill. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Lorna related having journeyed to Bristol, TN to attend the organizational meeting of the proposed Cumberland Gap Chapter. She indicated that not very many people showed up. She did bring a L&C display for the group. Chuck pointed out that the Meriwether Lewis Chapter in Hohenwald, TN held a birthday party on Saturday, August 18, 2018, at Grinder s Stand in honor of the Captain s birthday. Chuck also reported that the re-organized chapter is under strong leadership, already has a large membership, and should be a successful. Submitted by Chuck Crase, President-ORC ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From the Journals From the Journals of the Lewis and Clark Expedition Gary E. Moulton, University of Nebraska Press
SUMMER 2018 ORC MEETING The summer 2018 Ohio River Chapter meeting and field trips were held August 23-25 in the Cincinnati, Ohio and Big Bone Lick, Kentucky areas. We had a small group of chapter members attending, but all agreed they learned much and were glad they spent the time and energy doing so. My idea was to enhance the knowledge of the Expedition in the above mentioned areas and to help the increase of knowing the importance of Ohio River connections. In my opinion Cincinnati is often overlooked, but is a location that Ohio River Chapter members and other trail enthusiasts should appreciate. The programs began Thursday evening with a trip to the Boone County Library in Union, Kentucky where the Friends of Big Bone (of which I am a member) presented their second annual Lewis and Clark Expedition program featuring Meriwether Lewis (Skip Jackson). Presentations were made by Skip, Jerry and Paul Simpson of the Big Bone Lick State Historic Park. The room was full with some ORC members, FOBB members, but mostly local patrons. After the program time was set aside for viewing L & C items and for questions. The programs continued on Friday with trips to several historic sites in Cincinnati. We first stopped at the Betts Museum House built in 1804 (one year after the Lewis visit). We were led on a very fine tour of the home soaking in much of the early 1800's atmosphere. It is my contention that William Betts and Meriwether Lewis could have met each other in late September/early October of 1803. Since our main purpose for visiting Cincinnati was to view the Meriwether Lewis to James Findlay Letters we traveled to Findlay Market for lunch and sightseeing. At the Cincinnati Museum Center's Geier Research and Collections were honored with viewing and hearing the story of how the letters were discovered and how Jim Holmberg and others went through the process of making sure they were the real thing. What a thrill it was to view actual Lewis letters. If you need to review the story reread your August 2009 WPO. As an added bonus Lorna Hainesworth was in attendance and she added a few words on her discovery of an original letter. Her article is in the same WPO issue. The programs were then completed with a road trip from Cincinnati to Big Bone Lick. Recall in the October, 1803 Lewis letter to Jefferson he mentioned that he traveled overland 17 miles by horseback to the lick while sending the keelboat 53 miles on down the Ohio River in order to meet him at the mouth of Big Bone Creek. We first made a stop at the Newport (Kentucky) Barracks site and Covington (Kentucky) the Point site. Both are very good possible Lewis locations. We then continued our trip using modern streets and roads (no interstates), that were built over historic buffalo trails. Again, it is my contention that Lewis and companions did the same. Accompanying the captain was his friend from Cincinnati James Findlay. I would think Dr. William Goforth and an army private or two from Newport Barracks went as well. Arriving at Big Bone we were greeted by park staff and members of the friends group. The park bison expert then took us on a tour of their bison (not buffalo) herd. Now this was a major treat. I believe even our ORC bison promoter was impressed with his knowledge of the animal. We then hiked and drove on or near some local buffalo trails including following some of Big Bone Creek to its mouth as did Lewis in 1803. We then completed the day with scenic drives of the Ohio River. An additional note about our visit to the Point, it has an indirect connection to the Lewis and Clark Trail Heritage Foundation. Our foundation has a MOU with the Boy Scouts of America. Many of our chapters sponsor Boy Scout Patch programs. We thought it appropriate to stop and honor the co-founder of the American program, Daniel Carter Beard. Beard was born in Cincinnati, but moved across the river to Kentucky at an early age. That house still stands and is located on the banks of the Licking River. What a wonderful experience! It was well worth taking the time and energy to visit these Eastern Legacy/Ohio River sites. Special thanks to Ken Jutzi (from California), Lorna Hainesworth (from Maryland), Skip Jackson (from Cincinnati of course) and Janice Wilson for attending all three days. Also, I thank those who were able to attend
events on Friday. I need to thank members of the Friends Of Big Bone, Big Bone Lick State Historic Park staff, Betts Museum House staff and Cincinnati Museum Center staff as well. It is an amazing thing to witness the cooperation we receive when other groups and organizations know they are working with others who are serious about the study Lewis and Clark connections. If there is anyone out there who would like to know more, or even visit these sites, contact me at: wilsonjkw@yahoo.com. Jerry Wilson Meeting Organizer Pictures from the summer meeting; Engaging the public at the Lewis and Clark Program in Union, Kentucky ORC members at the Betts Museum House: Ken Jutzi, Jerry Wilson, Jerry Robertson, Janice Wilson, Linda Robertson, Lorna Hainesworth and Skip Jackson With Meriwether Lewis friend James Findlay Gifting Scott, Jim and Anne at Cincinnati Museum Center in Cincinnati (note a piece of wood from old Fort Washington in the background) With our very own bison posing in the background, Janice Wilson, Jerry Wilson, Paul Simpson (the bison whisperer,) Lorna Hainsworth, Skip Jackson and Ken Jutzi
Lewis and Clark come to Stone s Trace Ligonier, Indiana September 8 th & 9 th, 2018 The dark, threatening skies were not enough to deter the many visitors that braved the ominous weather to witness once again the compelling stories from America s past during Stone s Trace Tavern s Pioneer Craft Festival in Ligonier, Indiana.. Camps representing the War of 1812 and the War Between the States were a prominent part of the weekend, but other periods that make up the fabric of American history were also on display. From the moment one enters the site, you are greeted with the sound of music, not only from that of the many talented musicians, but the rhythmic sounds of the blacksmith s hammer striking the anvil. The smell of wood smoke from the campfires and the excellent food booths will definitely make your mouth water. A short stroll further through the camp and Benjamin Franklin, Abraham Lincoln and Johnny Appleseed will soon be discovered. Not to be left out, the Lewis and Clark Expedition was represented by ORC members Richard and Sandra Hennings. who set out their mathematical and Lewis at Harpers Ferry displays. The two were kept quite busy both days answering the multitude of questions about the displays, and of the Expedition itself. The fascination with the story of these brave individuals is strong, as evident by the many comments and thank you for helping to keep the story alive. There is always, at least, one person at each event the Hennings attend that has traveled all or part of the trail. Several are quite well versed on the subject, having read Undaunted Courage. It is amazing how many will ask; was there an air rifle taken on the journey? There is so much for a person to see at this fine event, that we highly recommend this to all ORC members. From the time you enter the gates, to your time of departure, you will definitely be taking an enjoyable voyage back in time. Scenes from the camp
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Logan s Fort Update I want to share an update with the Chapter on the reconstruction of Logan s Fort in Stanford, Kentucky. Logan s Fort dates back to 1775 and was one of the three original settlement forts in Kentucky. Many of you will remember the Chapter s tour of the Fort and other related Lewis and Clark sites ibn April of 2003 during our Shaker Village meeting. Two cabins were constructed this summer using manual labor, hand tools and period building techniques. Additionally, the Visitor s Center is open for school groups, tours and special events.
The signature is The 1777 Siege of Logan s Fort in May. The siege was an attempt by the British, using their Indian allies, to drive the settlers out of the state. The settlers in the fort won out and we now have Stanford, the second oldest town in the state. Submitted by Chuck Crase ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Watch for a most interesting article in an upcoming Orderly Report by John Fisher. All of John s articles are informative and thought provoking. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ I would ask all of the Ohio River Chapter members who are living near Clarksville, take the time to attend the Lewis and Clark-the Handshake event on October 20 th & 21 st. There will be a lot for you, and everyone who attends, to see that weekend. More importantly, you will be helping to support your Chapter. Hope to see you all in Clarksville, Rich
Glossary of Colonial Terms Housewifery...The use of the skills necessary to running an 18th century household. Huckaback.. A stout linen fabric with welt threads thrown alternately up so as to form a rough surface; primarily used for towels Husbandry..The occupation of farming Ironmongery..A general name for all articles made of iron. Officers of the Ohio River Chapter President Chuck Crase afccecrase@roadrunner.net Vice-President Jerry Wilson wilsonjk@yahoo.com Treasurer Skip Jackson Jackson.skip@yahoo.com Secretary Sandra Hennings sandybear48813@yahoo.com