Canal Society of Ohio collection, 1830-2010.

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Canal Society of Ohio collection, 1830-2010.

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Materials within this collection were compiled and donated by the Canal Society of Ohio. The administrative information pertaining to the development and activities of the CSO is found in Series C and Series G. The materials covering the CSO organization include trustee meeting minutes, membership rosters, and tour guidebooks. The bulk of the collection consists primarily of materials relating to the planning, construction, use, operation, and rebuilding of canals in Ohio. Many of the items are not originals but are copies of documents. There are some items concerning canals in other states and countries. There is very little information on the individuals who built and operated the canals and canal boats. Minimal genealogical information is available through this collection.

23.25 cubic feet (27 boxes)

University of Akron, Bierce Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7521142

University of Akron, Bierce Library

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Canal Society of Ohio

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The Canal Society of Ohio (CSO) was established in 1961 by James G. Cowles, Ted H. Findley, Lewis W. Richardson, James D. Robinson and others. The CSO serves as a non-profit organization focused on preserving canal history and increasing interest in Ohio's canal heritage. Located in Akron, Ohio the group consists of a Board of Trustees and its open membership. Since its founding, the CSO has collected numerous books, maps, photographs and memorabilia detailing canal development in Ohio as well a...