Gallery: Do you remember? -- Jan. 23, 2012

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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The Waterloo Wonders were more than an outstanding basketball team. They were entertaining, much like the Harlem Globetrotters, both in high school and as professionals. The Wonders from rural Lawrence County won the Ohio Class B championships in 1934 and 1935, posting an incredible 97-3 record during that time. "They'd play two or three games a week, sometimes two in one night," said Danny Fulks, who in 1998 wrote the Wonders' story for the Ohio Historical Society. "They made the rules as they went along." Waterloo was coached by Magellan Harriston. The starters were Wyman Roberts, Curtis McMahon, Orlyn Roberts, Beryl Drummond and Stuart Wiseman. All but Wiseman went on to play for the professional Waterloo Wonders, one of four major pro teams in the nation. In 1937, the Wonders defeated the New York Celtics in Cleveland's Public Hall, 47-39, in front of about 7,000 fans. They played with the legends of the era, such as Goose Tatum, Sweetwater Clifton, Dutch Dehnert and Zach Clayton. The Wonders were considered outstanding ballhandlers. At a time when the set shot was often used, Waterloo's players took layups and hook shots. These photos are from some kind of reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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These photos are from some kind of Waterloo Wonders reunion game in 1961, about 25 years after the players were in high school.

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R.O. Robertson was a C&O general real estate agent. He retired in 1959.

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R.O. Robertson was a C&O general real estate agent. He retired in 1959.

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R.T. Ayers, according to the note on the box.

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R.T. Ayers, according to the note on the box.

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Agnes Starcher, according to the note on the box.

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Agnes Starcher, according to the note on the box.

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Janet Coffman, according to the note on the box.

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Janet Coffman, according to the note on the box.

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Beverly Hills women's club luncheon, according to the note on the box. Jane Butler is on left (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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Beverly Hills women's club luncheon, according to the note on the box. Jane Butler is on left (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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Peter B. Auerbach, was executive director of United Community Services from 1961-1964.

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Peter B. Auerbach, was executive director of United Community Services from 1961-1964.

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Mrs. Albert E. Hart Jr. and baby.

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Mrs. Albert E. Hart Jr. and baby.

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Shower for Dorothy Coats.

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Shower for Dorothy Coats.

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Beverly Hills Methodist Church, God & Country Award. From left, Gordon Humphreys (deceased), Agnes Humphries Norris and their son, Gordon Taylor, a retired Methodist minister. With them is John Holister, pastor of Beverly Hills Methodist Churchin the late 1950s and early 1960's. Thanks to Robin Chandler Wilks for the identifications.

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Beverly Hills Methodist Church, God & Country Award. From left, Gordon Humphreys (deceased), Agnes Humphries Norris and their son, Gordon Taylor, a retired Methodist minister. With them is John Holister, pastor of Beverly Hills Methodist Churchin the late 1950s and early 1960's. Thanks to Robin Chandler Wilks for the identifications.

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American Legion planning for nurses drive.

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American Legion planning for nurses drive.

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Beta Sigma Phi heart chairwomen, according to the note on the box. Irene Williamson, left, worked in the payroll department of the C&O Railway (thanks to Ken Reffeitt for the identification). At right is Frances A. Holley (thanks to her daughter Kimberly Jarvis for the identification).

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Beta Sigma Phi heart chairwomen, according to the note on the box. Irene Williamson, left, worked in the payroll department of the C&O Railway (thanks to Ken Reffeitt for the identification). At right is Frances A. Holley (thanks to her daughter Kimberly Jarvis for the identification).

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Westmoreland Woman's Club fashion winners, according to the note on the box. The lady at the far right is Sue Davidson Endicott, according to her daughter Tracey Click. Endicott said these ladies were contestants in a sewing contest sponsored by the Woman's Club in spring semester of either the 1959-60 or 1960-61 school year. They are, from left, Hazel Daniels, Debbie LeMaster, Arma Jane Sammons, Alice Swiger, Sue Davidson Endicott.

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Westmoreland Woman's Club fashion winners, according to the note on the box. The lady at the far right is Sue Davidson Endicott, according to her daughter Tracey Click. Endicott said these ladies were contestants in a sewing contest sponsored by the Woman's Club in spring semester of either the 1959-60 or 1960-61 school year. They are, from left, Hazel Daniels, Debbie LeMaster, Arma Jane Sammons, Alice Swiger, Sue Davidson Endicott.

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Westmoreland Woman's Club fashion winner, according to the note on the box.

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C&O Railyard Women's Shield Group, according to the note on the box.

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C&O Railyard Women's Shield Group, according to the note on the box.

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Huntington Mayor David L. Francis with advertising group, according to the note on the box. The second man from the left is B.B. Lovins, a local advertising executive. The second man from the right is Jim Hoffman, advertising manager at Huntington Publishing Co. Thanks to Ken Reffeitt for the identifications.

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Mrs. Charles Broughman, according to the note on the box.

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Mrs. Charles Broughman, according to the note on the box.

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Mrs. Charles Broughman, according to the note on the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box. At left with partial face wearing glasses is manager Carl Bowen. The boy wearing a letter "F" shirt is manager Tom Martin. The boy next to him without a shirt is James Harper. #20 is Junior Waldo, #22 is Joe Heinz and #55 is Victor Lewis. The boy in the back with glasses is Tom Day. Thanks to L. Eplin for the identifications.

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Fairland vs. Oak Hill High School boys' basketball. It appears that Fairland won. The year is 1961, according to the box. At left, the boy without a shirt is James Harper. #20 is Junior Waldo, and #22 is Joe Heinz. Thanks to L. Eplin for the identifications.

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Charles P. Taft speaks at a meeting of the United Community Services. Robert Fletcher is seated at left. "Taft was the son of President Taft & the Taft political empire in Cincinnati," said Richard McCoy of Huntington. "Yale graduate, Skull & Bones (a secret society), a child from a powerful, rich and privileged family, he was an attorney and politician. In the mid-20th Century, Cincinnati was an icon for cities. President Taft was a Republican, so was Charles P. Taft and Robert Fletcher. Under Taft's tour as mayor, the city of Cincinnati had switched from Mayor-Council form of government to City Manager-Council form of government. Taft had won national acclaim for his leadership in moving from the political realm to this new/efficient/professional way to run a city 'like a business.' Not wanting Huntington to be left behind, Fletcher and several other true-believers pushed hard for reform. About 1958, they succeeded, and Huntington voted in the charter. Before long, an experienced City Manager (two years in Sioux City) was at the helm, named Robert Hoisington. The success of the change to a City Manager will have to defend itself. Robert Fletcher defended it to the end."

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Ad Club award winners. The man's certificate identifies him as James R. Mitchell. At left is Jim Hoffman, advertising manager at Huntington Publishing Co. (thanks to Ken Reffeitt for the identification). The tall man in the center is Kermit Nordeen, a familiar businessman in advertising/promotion, once at Smart Shop on 4th Avenue and the Princess Shop on 3rd then 4th Avenue (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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Ad Club award winners. The man's certificate identifies him as James R. Mitchell. At left is Jim Hoffman, advertising manager at Huntington Publishing Co. (thanks to Ken Reffeitt for the identification). The tall man in the center is Kermit Nordeen, a familiar businessman in advertising/promotion, once at Smart Shop on 4th Avenue and the Princess Shop on 3rd then 4th Avenue (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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Ad Club award winners. The man's certificate identifies him as James R. Mitchell. The tall man at left is Kermit Nordeen, a familiar businessman in advertising/promotion, once at Smart Shop on 4th Avenue and the Princess Shop on 3rd then 4th Avenue (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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Ad Club award winners. The man's certificate identifies him as James R. Mitchell. The tall man at left is Kermit Nordeen, a familiar businessman in advertising/promotion, once at Smart Shop on 4th Avenue and the Princess Shop on 3rd then 4th Avenue (thanks to Richard McCoy for the identification).

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United High School Press delegates. Sitting at the desk is Virginia Lee, an instructor in journalism at Marshall University. "She began her career as a secretary to Professor W. Page Pitt and the journalism department when it was housed in the basement of Morrow Library," said Ken Reffeitt.

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United High School Press delegates.

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United High School Press delegates.

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Bridal shower for Mrs. Richard Lucas

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Bridal shower for Mrs. Richard Lucas

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Travel study department models, according to the note on the box. "The lady in the middle is Katherine Vital, wife of Jack Vital, an accountant in Huntington and mother of Jack and Bob Vital of Vital & Vital," said James E. Spencer. "The picture taken in the mid 1950s. They lived on 11th Avenue below 5th Street West across from the Arch."

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Travel study department models, according to the note on the box. "The lady in the middle is Katherine Vital, wife of Jack Vital, an accountant in Huntington and mother of Jack and Bob Vital of Vital & Vital," said James E. Spencer. "The picture taken in the mid 1950s. They lived on 11th Avenue below 5th Street West across from the Arch."