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OCHGS March Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
March 18, 2008
Panel of citizens from the Patricksburg, Indiana area
will gather to share their stories on the history of this once busy town.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday March 18, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS April Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
April 22, 2008
"Medical practices of the Revolutionary War era". Richard
Hill has done extensive research on medical practices of the 1770s and early nineteenth century. His card reads "Chirugien Compagnie Franche de la Marine du Detroit." He will bring a medical kit and will explain everything from herbalism to bleeding to surgery of that time.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday April 22, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS May Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
May 20, 2008
Tom Douglas, editor of the Spencer Evening World, speaking
on the history of railroads. When did they come to Indiana and to Owen
County. What changes did they bring to the Owen County families?
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday May 20, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS June Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
June 17, 2008
Panning for Gold in them thar Owen County Hills. Deb
Mansfield is the gold-panning instructor at the local Gene's Bait and
Tackle store and she will be sharing some of the trinkets that have been
recovered. Come and see how you can begin your new hobby!
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday June 17, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS July Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
July 22, 2008
The Byerly Farms is presented by Joyce Skinner. Joyce has
been doing research on the Byerly Farms and has written a book. She will tell about her adventures in gathering the information for her project.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday July 22, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS August Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
August 19, 2008
Daniel Boone and the famous Owen County tree that he is
reported to have carved as told by Gene Arthur. Gene is the owner of
Gene's Bait and Tackle store in Spencer.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday August 19, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS September Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
September 16, 2008
How to Publish your book - World Arts Inc. Speaker:
Randy Robertson. Come and learn what is involved in publishing your work. What is involved? What layout is required? Come and ask the professional.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday September 16, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS October Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
October 21, 2008
WW II - Come and visit with two of our World War II
veteran heroes, Tom Hamilton and his friend Don Ellis. Both have many stories to share and Don will talk a little about his experience as a POW.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday October 21, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS November Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
November 18, 2008
This is a tentative schedule: Photo editing
techniques and other discussions on digital media projects. Check back later for updating.
Please mark your calendar and plan on attending. We will publish more information as time approaches. Everyone is invited to come to the Owen County Public Library’s meeting room on the upper level on Tuesday November 18, 2008 at 7:00 pm, 10 S. Montgomery Street, Spencer, Indiana.
OCHGS December Meeting P.O. Box 569
Spencer, IN 47460
http://www.owen.in.us/owenhist/owen.htm
Local News Release
Owen County Historical and Genealogical Society (OCHGS)
No Meeting
The Society does not meet in December. See you in 2009.
