Tag Archives: public facilities

Oral History Project | James Ward

posted by Christy Sholes on July 29, 2020 at 3:05 pm

Former Milan Police Chief James Ward recalls some memorable events and reflects on changes in the community during his time on the job. Narrator: Ward, James Date of interview: March 23, 2010 Occupations: Milan Police Chief Timestamps 0:30 Getting started as a police officer 1:25 Old police department building 2:30 New police facility 4:00 Technology…

Oral History Project | Steve Rockwell

posted by Christy Sholes on April 19, 2017 at 3:38 pm

Milan Mayor Steve Rockwell shares his memories of many events from childhood through his years as a lineman electrician for the village.   Narrator: Rockwell, Steve Date of interview: April 21, 2010 Occupations:   Former Milan-Berlin Library Trustee, Former Township Trustee, Current Milan Mayor Timestamps 0:30 Discussion of cemetery photo 1:40 Abbott’s tomb 2:20 Glowing…

Oral History Project | Mike Clipson

posted by Christy Sholes on March 16, 2017 at 12:50 pm

Mike Clipson discusses clocks and clock repair, while recalling his experiences as a business owner on the square.     Narrator: Clipson, Mike Date of interview: April 6, 2010 Occupations: Business Owner Timestamps 2:30 Donald Day 4:00 Clock Shop 10:00 Antique Clocks 14:30 Seth Thomas Number 2 Regulator 16:30 July 6, 1980, Sandusky Register article…