When genealogists examine census records, they occasionally uncover individuals whose stories extend far beyond the communities where they began. Such is the case with Henry J. Karg, whose name appears in both the 1870 and 1880 U.S. Census records of Crawford County. As a young man, Henry lived with his mother, Mary Karg, near Leesville … Continue reading From Leesville Crossroads to Ohio Landmarks: The Remarkable Legacy of Henry J. Karg
The Search for Seccaium
Seccaium Marker Located on Rte 19 between Galion & Bucyrus Ohio near Parcher Rd. Photo Credit: Member, Linda Collins Long before Seccaium Park attracted crowds to Crawford County in the early 1900s, stories of an older Seccaium—a trading village said to have thrived along the Olentangy River—captured the imagination of the Honorable E.B. Finley. In … Continue reading The Search for Seccaium
25 Civil War Resources for Crawford County Ohio Ancestor Researchers
Explore Civil War service records, pension files, regimental histories, and local archives to uncover your ancestor’s military past—especially for Crawford County, Ohio researchers.
October Program: Ohio Stone Age Construction
Don't miss this month's program! This event is open to the public and located at the Bucyrus Public Library at 7PM on Thursday October 16th, 2025.
Unlocking Hidden Clues at the Recorder’s Office
by Kimberly WEAVER Teeple Tucked away in the Crawford County Recorder’s Office lies a genealogical secret: property records! At our June 2025 meeting, Crawford County Recorder Bonnie Cotton revealed how to find and use these records in your genealogies. From deeds and mortgages dating back to the 1830s to searchable digital records from 1993 onward, … Continue reading Unlocking Hidden Clues at the Recorder’s Office
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