The Spirit of Wellington Photo Gallery

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Present-Day PicturesWellington pictures here were taken in 1980 or after.

Lorain County Fair

5 files, last one added on Jun 13, 2005

Metropark

8 files, last one added on Oct 03, 2006

Warehouse Fire

On November 12, 2007, the former Wellington Machine Company building was destroyed by fire. It was currently housing a sponge packaging company and was the warehouse for Hemlock Cottage Furniture.

19 files, last one added on Nov 13, 2007

Other

12 files, last one added on Jun 13, 2008

4 albums on 1 page(s)

Historical PicturesPictures of Wellington taken prior to 1980.

Railroad Pictures

This album contains historic pictures of railroad activity in Wellington.

35 files, last one added on Aug 15, 2007

Events

This album is for local historical events, such as the 1905 Firemen's convention.

6 files, last one added on Jul 22, 2007

People

A look back at the people of Wellington in past decades.

10 files, last one added on Aug 15, 2007

Structures / Downtown

Historic structures of Wellington can be found in this album.

32 files, last one added on Aug 15, 2007

Other Historical Pictures

7 files, last one added on Aug 15, 2007

5 albums on 1 page(s)

User galleriesThis category contains albums of photos from Gallery users.

136 files in 11 albums and 3 categories with 4 comments viewed 61184 times

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NYC 5946290 viewsNYC engine 5946 (GP-9) was the lead engine and lays on its side. On January 10, eastbound train number 312, the Southwest Limited, hit the Huff Interlocking at 59 MPH on a foggy night with a broken speed indicator. The train was supposed to switch tracks and had been given a signal directing it to proceed at no more than 15 MPH through the interlocking. The resulting derailment demolished Huff Tower and killed the fireman and 3 passengers. 41 passengers and 10 employees hurt.

Lonet Theater453 viewsThe Lonet Theater on East Herrick Avenue. George O'Brien was playing Tony Bard in A Holy Terror on September 19 and 20, 1931. This western film also starred Humphrey Bogart, Sally Eilers, Rita La Roy, James Kirkwood, Stanley Fields, and Robert Warwick.

NYC Passenger-Baggage330 viewsThis passenger baggage car, 3rd in the train, was sliced by the 5th car. On January 10, eastbound train number 312, the Southwest Limited, hit the Huff Interlocking at 59 MPH on a foggy night with a broken speed indicator. The train was supposed to switch tracks and had been given a signal directing it to proceed at no more than 15 MPH through the interlocking. The resulting derailment demolished Huff Tower and killed the fireman and 3 passengers. 41 passengers and 10 employees hurt.

Howard Hawke347 viewsMr. Howard Hawke, head of the Board of Public Affairs, shown in his office on Johns Street in 1962.

Fireman's Convention439 viewsThis photo was taken during the 1905 Fireman's convention. This is a view of the Town Square and the park, looking southeast. The street cars used the square to turn around for their journey back north. There was a street car depot on the east side of the square.

2003 County Fair867 viewsAnother view of the midway at the Lorain County Fair.

Cheese Warehouse806 viewsThe main office of the Horr-Warner Cheese Co. is seen immediately on the opposite side of the "Big Four" railroad.

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Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio215 viewsWellington Police UnitsJun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio188 viewsWellington Fire District #151Jun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio201 viewsWellington Fire District #153Jun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio243 viewsWellington High School "Duke" Marching BandJun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio273 viewsWellington High School "Duke" Marching BandJun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio261 viewsWellington High School "Duke" Marching BandJun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio271 viewsCub Scout Pack 440Jun 13, 2008

Memorial Day Parade - Wellington, Ohio234 viewsOur proud veterans provide the color guard.Jun 13, 2008