Eleutherian is sad to announce the passing of the following citizens that have connections to the Lancaster area. These people will be deeply missed:

Eleanor Virginia Hoyt Musick : Eleanor was born July 14, 1914 to Ralph and Gertrude Buchanan Hoyt. Her great-grandfather was Lyman Hoyt, an abolitionist and conductor on the Underground Railroad. Eleanor passed away on February 1, 2007 at the age of 92. She leaves her husband Albert R. Musick, and one daughter Felicity A. Musick.

Gregory Maupin: Gregory was born in Seymour, Indiana on February 8, 1961.He was the son of Gilbert and Judy Maupin. Gregory worked as a plastic surgeon in Dayton Ohio. He died on November 9, 2006, and leaves a wife and four children. Gregory was a descendant of the Walton family.  

 

Chuck Fieder:  Chuck was born on July 17th, 1947 to Bud and Jean Rector Fieder. He passed away on Saturday March 10th, 2007. Chuck was actively involved with Eleutherian. His warm smile and gentlemanly manners will be missed. Chuck was a descendant of the Hughes family, who were also involved with the underground railroad.

 

Irene Clashman: Was born April 30th, 1910 to Harry and Sadie Griffith. She was married Lawrence Clashman. Irene passed from this life on December 24, 2006 in Rockville, Indiana.

 

 

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   When Dr. Betty Davis found out that her ancestor’s secretary cabinet was not being properly cared for, she made a decision.

   She decided that the piece of furniture must return to the place it was constructed, Lancaster.

    The secretary was built by Moses Broyles, while he lived in Lancaster attending the Eleutherian   College. While a student he worked under  Lyman Hoyt and learned the craft of furniture making.

  The piece is dated between 1854-1857. It is in wonderful condition, and is deeply cherished.

   Dr. Davis was able to come down and view the piece , tour the college building ,and ring the bell. We hope she returns soon!

 

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The remaining stages of the latest visitor's center in Lancaster is nearly complete.  The center is located on State Road 250 just past the Middle Fork creek bridge.

   This visitor center will house displays of the Hoyt family and their involvement with the underground railroad. The center will offer a glimpse in the family and their lives concerning the Lancaster area.

  A room has been set aside to

showcase the Underground Railroad history in Jefferson County, Indiana.  A font of information concerning  Jefferson County conductor's , safe houses, and adventures will be available.

  The center hopes to be at its full potential by Spring 2008. The Lyman Hoyt house will not be open to the public, but a walk around the grounds will be.

  Operating hours will be Thursday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

 May -  October.

 

       Displays will still be seen at the Eleutherian College visitor’s center, but these displays will be more directed to the history of Eleutherian, the students, the faculty, and Eleutherian’s involvement during the Civil War.

 

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