Library News! Greenville Public Library, 520 Sycamore Street, Greenville, OH 45331

937-548-3915 www.greenville-publiclibrary.org March 2011

John Vehre Director Susi Halley Assistant Director, Editor Board Members: President Suzanne Brown Vice President Jeanne Morris Secretary Alex Warner Gary Brown Bill Frazer Pat Haines Dianna Wagner Treasurer

An Historic Treasure

It almost reminds one of Antiques Roadshow on PBS - how an item was just “lying around” then it’s discovered to be a rare treasure worth thousands. In this case the monetary value is irrelevant since some things do not have a price tag. The items under consideration are the first photographs of the original three-page document of the Treaty of Greenville.

As everyone knows, the Treaty was signed on August 3, 1795, between a twelve-tribe coalition of Native Americans and the United States, represented by

General Anthony Wayne, and ended the Northwest Indian War.

T hese photographs had been in the Library for years though no one knew anything about them. Then it happened that Historians Susan Gray and Nancy Stump read of their significance in the Ohio Archaeological & Historical Society Publications, Volume 12, printed in 1903.

T his volume explains that these photographs are “in exact size taken from the treaty itself, now carefully preserved in the archives at Washington D.C. The photograph was taken by permission of the government authorities for the purpose of exhibition at the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the treaty, held at Greenville on August 3, 1895.”

T he paragraph continues “This is the only time a photograph has been made from the original and the photograph is now in the possession of Hon. A.C. Robeson, Greenville, by whose consent we have been able to produce the fac similes of the signatures.”

No one knows yet who Judge Robeson was but it’s now understood these photo-graphs were part of the Kaztenberger collection that was housed in the Library

basement until moved to Garst Museum in 1946. Thus they are now returned to their proper owners, the Darke County Historical Society! Susan and Nancy plan to have the photographs restored, copies made, and put on display at Garst Museum for all to enjoy and study. Left is the third page of the Treaty with the Indian totems and right is Nancy and Susan.

Author’s Night Continues!

T he Friends of the Library’s Author’s Night series continues with a very special talent on Friday March 18th at Montage in downtown Greenville. Doors open at 6:30, Bill & J. R. start playing at 7:00, and our guest author Martha Moody will go on at 7:30. Come early

and buy yourself a nice supper, snack, or drink.

Martha Moody was born and raised in Ohio, graduated from Oberlin College, and received her MD from the

University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. She is currently retired from private practice and volunteers as medical director at a clinic for the working poor. She was recently named one of Dayton’s Top Seven Notable Women.

Martha is the author of three novels - Best Friends, The Office of Desire, and Sometimes Mine - as well as a

contributor to The Dayton Jewish Observer. More information about her writing, fascinating travels, and other activities can be found on her website www.marthamoody.net. Come and

enjoy hearing her speak and read on the 18th!

In case you were wondering about the afghan raffle! The winning name was drawn at the February 18th Author’s Night and the afghan went to Library patron Ruby Horner who was more than pleased.

T he beautiful afghan was knitted by Nancy Jackson of the Brethren’s Home as a fundraiser for the Friends. Many thanks to Nancy and to all the people who bought tickets.

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It occurred to me that many Friends members may not be aware of our regular

meetings or what we do. We have set aside funds for the Summer Family

Reading Program on the Library lawn that is so popular with kids and adults

alike. Planning has begun for our annual used book sale that will be held at

P.A.W.S. across from the Dairy Queen on Memorial weekend. And we work in

numerous other ways to support and assist our wonderful Library.

We meet on the 4th Thursday of most months in the 3rd floor Conference

Room of the Library from 7 to 8 p.m. Come and lend a voice in supporting our

Greenville Public Library!

Dede Wissman Retires

Reference Librarian Dede Wissman retired on February 11th after 21 years of service - and is sorely missed by her co-workers and patrons alike! Dede was a devoted and

hard-working employee who was known for her customer service and encyclopedic knowledge of books. She was in charge of the Talking Books Program and the Friends of the Library Book Sales as well as numerous other tasks ( like watering the plants) which

she did behind the scenes. Her intelligent sense of humor and outspoken viewpoints made for a very lively atmosphere!

A small staff party was given for Dede at which she received a card signed by all the staff and a

unique gift. When asked what she'd like she said beer! So Director John Vehre assembled a decor-active box of microbrews from Montage. She said she might decorate with the bottles after they were empty. The Library wishes Dede a wonderful retirement and hopes she visits often!

Tracy Onoz Exhibits Art

L ibrarian Tracy Onoz held a one-woman show at the Arts Depot in Union City entitled “Eclectic Artworks in Oil, Pastel & Watercolor” for three weeks in February. The Opening Reception was held February 10th with many fans and well-wishers in

attendance. Tracy gave a talk describing her approach to her art. She explained “The paintings in this show are from my first 20 years of work and I look forward to the 20 years ahead.“

T racy holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from U.C. and has also studied at the Art Academy of Cincinnati. She’s participated in many art shows and won many awards. Everyone at the Library is very proud and impressed with her beautiful paintings and wish her continued great success!

Chess Club Resumes by Director & Chess Master John Vehre

Greenville Public Library Chess Club meets Upstairs in our meeting room on the Third Floor.

Come and join us for tournaments, chess instruction

or just to play a game of chess with a friend. Adults & kids welcome!

Chess club meets from 1:00-4:00 PM Saturday Feb. 26 through April 9, 2011

The Greenville Public Library 520 Sycamore St. Greenville OH 45331

Kids Yoga at the Library

A free “Kids' Yoga” workshop is being hosted by the Library on Saturday March 12th from 1:00 -2:00 p.m. Part of the on-going Workshop Series provided by elementsLife

Yoga located in Historic Downtown Greenville, “Kids Yoga” is for ages 6 -12 years old . “This free workshop has been designed to get kids in touch with their physical bodies. During this playful hour we will tell stories with our bodies, stretch, breathe and play

games,” explained Instructor Emily Jasenski.

Kids are asked to please bring a yoga or exercise mat (some will be provided)

and dress for physical activity (no jeans). Yoga has been shown to enhance kids’ flexibility, strength, coordination, concent-ration, and sense of calmness among other benefits.

Please contact the Library at 548-3915 to register. Hurry since the maximum is just

20 kids! Visit www.elementsLife.com for more information about their current schedules, products and services or call Emily at 937-417-3208.