Blog Category: History and Politics

"Self-Government is a Natural Right...

Posted 2 months ago by John D

The National Citizen and Ballot Box, a suffragette newspaper founded in Toledo in 1876, has been digitized and made available online. This is in continuing celebration of the centennial anniversary of the ratification of the Nineteenth Amendment.

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Shopping as We Know It

Posted 3 months ago by Faith S

What was it like to shop in a store in the year 1919?

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Women's Education as an Experiment

Posted 4 months ago by Faith S

What was it like for women seeking education in 1920s America?

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Postcards from Frogtown: Exploring the Ken Levin Postcard Collection Online

Posted 5 months ago by John D

A massive collection of colorful vintage postcards were recently donated to the Library. Continue reading to learn more about this unique collection documenting Toledo history all the way back to the 1890s.

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25 Fascinating Nonfiction Reads

Posted 5 months ago by Connie C

A variety of nonfiction books for people who prefer real stories.

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Toledo Library Receives Donation to its Local History Collection

Posted 5 months ago by Library News

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library received a special donation with items significant to the Tuskegee Institute as well as local African-American history.

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Compelling Historical Dramas and Books to Watch and Read Anytime

Posted 5 months ago by April S

Engrossing, fascinating, compelling movies and books based on true stories that will completely occupy your mind from start to finish.

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Pride Month

Posted 5 months ago by April S

Pride Month is observed every year in June and has sparked year-round celebrations, events and nationwide efforts to increase awareness of issues important to the LGBTQ+ community.

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Locke Library Life in the 1930s

Posted 6 months ago by Angela B

What was life like in the nineteen thirties at the Locke Library? Surprisingly similar to today!

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Two Librarians, Too Many Books: Squad Goals

Posted 7 months ago by Allison Fiscus

It’s almost summer which means it’s almost peak-reading season which means it’s time for us to yell at each other about all the books there are to read (and for you to sit back and enjoy the show!). Read on for a lightly-edited-for-clarity transcription of our chat on the books about the best squads around.

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Rachel Recommends: 2019 Spring Edition

Posted 7 months ago by Rachel S

The long climb from spring to sandal season requires a little pampering of the spirit. This list should not incite tension or anxiety, but, rather a sense of mellow peace.

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Samuel Milton "Golden Rule" Jones, Toledo Mayor and Progressive Businessman

Posted 8 months ago by Laura V

Samuel M. Jones is still remembered 100 years later for his tenure as a prominent businessman and mayor in Toledo, Ohio.

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Join Us In Celebrating The 419!

Posted 8 months ago by Jill C

Join the Library, WGTE, Friends of Sidecut Metropark, the Maumee Valley Historical Society and others in celebrating 419 History Day for 2019.

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10 Fantastic Nonfiction Reads: True Stories Featuring Women Spies

Posted 8 months ago by April S

Inspiring true stories about women who just happened to work as spies.

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HerStory: Intersectional Feminism

Posted 9 months ago by Rebecca S

In celebration of Women's History Month, join the Steinem Sisters Collection for HerStory: Intersectional Feminism. Featuring four of the Toledo region’s most celebrated women’s activists and forward-thinkers, this special program will investigate how the feminist movement can be more diverse and inclusive through a renewed focus on intersectionality.

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Locke Library Life in the 1920’s

Posted 9 months ago by Angela B

What was life like in the nineteen twenties at the Locke Library? Surprisingly similar to today!

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African American Newspapers Chronicles a Century and a Half of the African American Experience

Posted 10 months ago by April S

The African American Newspapers database is an amazing digital primary source collection providing first-hand perspectives on notable Americans.

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Northwest Ohio Wartime Correspondence Digital Exhibit

Posted 10 months ago by John D

A new digital exhibit showcasing letters written by Civil War and World War I soldiers to their friends and family back home.

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Books to Read During Black History Month and Beyond

Posted 10 months ago by April S

Notable fiction and nonfiction books for adults, teens and children ... to read during Black History Month and beyond.

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We Dig Archaeology

Posted 10 months ago by Amy H

Archaeology is not what you find, it’s what you find out - David Hurst Thomas

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Digital Exhibit Showcasing Teenage Views on Literature From the 1960s

Posted 10 months ago by John D

A new digital exhibit showcasing book reviews done by students in the 1960s with links to revisit these classics is now available on the Library website.

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Avast! Pirate History is More Swashbuckling than ever!

Posted 11 months ago by Amy H

The allure of adventure on the high seas beckons. Check out these great stories of piracy and maritime mayhem long ago....

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Where Fascination is Found: Great Books on Maps

Posted 11 months ago by Amy H

Fascinating books on maps that are beautiful and chock full of curiosities and wonders.

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Become a Part of Toledo's History!

Posted 11 months ago by John D

The Toledo Lucas County Public Library has launched a program to collect photos from the public to be preserved as part of our local history collections. Contribute your photos (physical or digital) to become a part of Toledo history.

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10 Best Nonfiction Books of 2018

Posted 11 months ago by April S

True to life stories filled with compelling history, crime, addiction, investigative journalism, essays and so much more.

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