Our Hometown

Doug had a question about a book written about Chelsea. I suspect it's Our Hometown: American's History as Seen Through the Eyes of a Midwestern Village by Cynthia Furlong Reynolds, ISBN 1-58536-00-7. If anyone wants a copy, most likely Cranesbill Bookstore has them. It's a locally owned bookstore, and it's great to "shop locally". I can make sure Jan Loveland, the owner, has copies in September.

Any stories worth telling here?

Do you have a story about these teachers?

Who was your favorite teacher and why?

One of my favorite teachers in high school was Jim LaGoe. I recall that he encouraged me to write and said I was pretty good at it. I also liked the fact that his room wasn't arranged in straight lines. To me, it sort of encouraged creativity.

Who was your favorite teacher and why?

Another Option!

As I said, the Depot sorely needs repairs! If you want to see your name immortalized in a brick, here's your chance! In 1985, people contributed to purchase and restore the Depot. Many people bought bricks that are in the walkway outside. A brick costs $75.00, and you can participate now using this order form. Or, I'll try to make sure there are some forms at the Depot on September 15 at our fall round-up. Another thought would be to collect contributions for the CHS Class of 1958 brick(s).

Historical Images of Chelsea

Here's a chance to "look back in time"! I've purchased this CD that has pictures in the following categories:


Chelsea Begins; Industry & Progress; Methodist Home; Church and Life; Chelsea Schools; Downtown Chelsea


I'll have my copy running on slide show at the depot, so you can see what's on it. I'll also have others available to purchase for $20.00 It's a good cause--a fund to renovate and repair the Depot!

Pre-schoolers!

Wait a minute! They didn't really have preschool back then. But, who are these two cute babes anyway? Two Class of 58 graduates, that's for sure.

Two Depot Questions

To peak your interest in saving the depot from ruin, here are two questions:
1. What freight product was shipped from Chelsea in 1850?
a. grain
b. beef
c. eggs

2. When passenger service began in 1880, why were two rooms built?
a. to keep the people separate from the freight
b. to keep the women separate from men separate
c. to keep the first class passengers separate from the regular folk

First one to get both answers correct, wins a ride on the train when passenger service starts again.

Picture perfect

Help restore the Chelsea Depot!
Back in 1985, a group of interested citizens formed the Chelsea Depot Association to purchase and restore the Chelsea Depot which was no longer used by Conrail for railroad purposes. During the last 22 years, the Association has managed to maintain the Depot from money received from rental of the Depot for private social events, such as the Fall Round-Ups for our class, and has made it available for free or reduced rates to community non-profit organizations, such as the Chelsea Chamber Players.

Now, after 22 years, there is a need for additional funds to restore the building again. Exterior painting is the most obvious need, but there are other large costs just around the corner--new air conditioners and some Ginger Bread Repairs.

Be a part of Chelsea and Chelsea's history by purchasing bricks for just $75.00. Take a walk down the brick sidewalk from the Depot to Main Street and see how many names you recognize. Watch for the next Class of 58 posting with the Brick Order Form, then buy your bricks to become a part of the history of Chelsea! Help make the Chelsea Depot picture perfect again!