What was Toledo Ohio known for in the past?
Fueled by its status as a great railroad center—Toledo was second only to Chicago in the number of railroads entering the city—a number of local industries began to emerge, including carriage makers, furniture crafters, wheel makers, breweries, foundries, and medical device manufacturers.
How did Toledo become “Glass City”?
By 1892 the company changed its name to the Libbey Glass Company and Toledo began its march toward becoming the “Glass City.”
What is the history of the rail system in Toledo?
From the Erie and Kalamazoo's simple beginning, Toledo's exceptional rail system developed. Multiple railroad companies operated from Toledo's terminal and port facilities, making it a major rail center in the United States.
Why is Toledo called “Frog Town?
Early settlers in the area included traders, farmers, wood cutters, tradesmen and land speculators. Because of the swampy conditions, newly arrived settlers dubbed the area we now know as downtown Toledo as “Frog Town.”
When did Eppes Essen close?
Some I do, some I don’t. The Eppes Essen, 327 N. Superior St. Eppes Essen, which means “something to eat,” opened in 1939 by Harry Levinson and closed in 1984 by his sons, Manny and Sidney, who took over the business. The Blade’s Seymour Rothman can tell that story better than I can, however. The building still stands today.
When was Dyer's a good birthday dinner?
The Blade’s food critic loved it in 1991, but was panning Dyer’s a year later as inconsistent and “like watching the descent into old age of a dear old aunt or uncle.”. Dyer’s was always a good birthday dinner request for a kid in 1960s-70s Toledo.
