Tag: Maria Stein
In the heart of Mercer County, Ohio, the story of fire protection is one of community spirit, adaptation, and unwavering dedication. From the early 20th century, residents of Maria Stein and the surrounding Marion Township recognized the need for organized defense against the ever-present threat of fire. This narrative traces the evolution of these vital […]
For generations, the people of St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish in Maria Stein held their historic church building close to their hearts. This beautiful church, dedicated in 1891, wasn’t just a building; it was a nearly 135-year-old spiritual home and a landmark for the whole area. But on Thursday, May 29, 2025, everything changed […]
The historic 1891 St. John Church building in Maria Stein, a sacred edifice that stood for over a century as a commanding spiritual and architectural presence, was gutted by fire on May 29, 2025. This event struck at the heart of a community whose identity has been deeply intertwined with this landmark. As the St. […]
Founded by educator and inventor Joseph Oppenheim in Maria Stein, Ohio, and moved its operations to Coldwater, Ohio, in 1908, New Idea revolutionized agriculture by developing a manure spreader that efficiently and widely distributed manure, significantly reducing manual labor and improving farm productivity. Early advertisements for New Idea highlighted the spreader’s unique paddle mechanism, inspired […]
