Powell Liberty Historical Society

A window into the past of Powell and Liberty Township

History Snippets

Short articles about Liberty Township history adapted, primarily, from social media posts.


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Brown's Fruit Farm operated in the first half of the 20th century east of the Olentangy River on property that is now partly occupied by the Highbanks Metro Park.


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Brief description of the Martin-Perry House Christmas decoration and their history.


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Brief description of William O. Dixon's service in the Civil War.


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Brief description of the period of time when the Delaware County Fair was held in Powell.


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Brief description of the Powell Depot that was part of the Hocking Valley Railroad that later became the Columbus, Hocking Valley and Toledo Railroad


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The 1908 Powell Baseball Team


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A brief history of the building at 77 S. Liberty St. that is still standing.


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A brief description of the various bridges that have spanned the Olentangy River at Home Rd.


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A brief description of the formation of Hyatts and Henry Hyatts, the founder.


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A brief description of the Powell I.O.O.F.


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A summary of the origins of the Liberty Township Fire Department.


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Brief description of the Mt. Air Swimming Pool


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Description of early Memorial Day celebrations in Powell


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Years ago, movies were shown in Powell. Learn when and where with this short description.


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The Martin-Perry House, home of the Powell-Liberty Historical Society


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Brief description of the 1928 Hyatts Basketball Team