Major Bibliographical References Angelo Vitullo, Bridge Supt., Office of the Mahoning County Engineer Mahoning County Commissioner's Journal, Vol. II, page 236 and 265 Poland Historical Highlights, Poland Centennial Committee, Aug. 1966 Quadrangle name Campbell Quadrangle scale - . lot number 392 as found in Vol. 66, page 92 of the Mahoning County Record of Plats. 11. Form Prepared By name/title Evelyn Mangie (additional information by David A. Simmons) (Ohio Historic Preserv. Off.) date April 27, 1983 street & number 46 Poland Manor _ local State Historic Preservation Officer signature code county Easting date organization Zone 1:24000 Northing title Attest: UTM References Chief of Registration List all states and counties for properties overlapping state or county boundaries 12.
State Historic Preservation Officer Certification Poland Verbal boundary description and justification The east portion of the structure is bounded on The evaluated significance of this property within the state is: 10.
Geographical Data Acreage of nominated property Less than one VKeeper of the National Register national city or town I hereby certify that this property is included in the National Register state Ohio For NPs use only the north side by the right of way of Water Street and on the south side by Poland Bridge Is One of 3 Like It In Nation, David Simmons (unpublished) As the designated State Historic Preservation Officer for the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Public Law 89 665), I hereby nominate this property for inclusion in the National Register and certify that it has been evaluated according to the criteria and procedures set forth by the National Park Service. telephone 216-757-1096 OMB No.1024-0018 Exp. 10-31-84 United States Department of the Interior White Bridge, Poland, Mahoning County, Ohio new country, but lost it during the hard times of 1837.
In trying to recoup his Pennsylvania Railroad but was working for the Wrought Iron Bridge Company of Canton when and Edwin K., J.H. McEwin, J.L. Botsford, H.O. Bonnell, and W.S. Bonnell (Founders of Republic Steel) founded the Morse Bridge Company afterward known as the Youngstown Eventually, they located in Ambridge, Pennsylvania and were a subsidiary of the U.S. considered expert enough to be invited to go to Australia to supervise the building of the Hawksburgh Bridge there. Delaware and president of the New York Shipbuilding Company of Camden, New Jersey. In Henry Grant Morse, his brothers Charles J., Edwin K., and their father, Henry Kirtland Morse are buried in the Riverside Cemetery adjacent to the Cemetery Bridge over The Wrought Iron Bridge Company was among the most important and prolific bridge in almost every category of design.
develop and patent an oval tubular arch bridge in 1867. A second patent was issued to the company did not exist through the Panic of 1873, and Rezner returned to his medical of rival firms like Rezner's, and strove to eliminate this type of competition whenever were purchased by the Wrought Iron Bridge Company at this time, since the Poland Bridge practice.
Page (3-82) received date entered Continuation sheet Inventory-Nomination Form National Register of Historic Places Charles J.had studied at Yale College and Sheffield Scientific School in Evanston, seemingly infinite variety ofbridges and was responsible for a unique patented design William Rezner was actually a physician with an inventive nature who combined efforts with fellow Cleveland foundryman John Glass and railroad machinist George Schneider to 1903,he was visiting J.P.Morgan's New York City office discussing the possibility of Yellow Creek. National Park Service his company being absorbed by Mr.Morgan when he suffered a fatal heart attack.
Henry Grant Morse was educated at Poland Seminary and continued his studies at Item number Henry Grant went on to be the founder of the Edgemoor Bridge Company in Wilmington, NPS Form 10-900-a For NPS use only losses, he joined the 49ers and left for the gold fields of California. Unfortunately, he was stricken with cholera, died and is buried in an unmarked grave in the Great Renssalaerville Polytechnic School at Troy, New York. He worked as an engineer for the the Cemetery Bridge was constructed in 1877. A year later he, his brothers Charles J., American Bridge Company along with the Wrought Iron Bridge Company and 25 others. Illinois where Edwin K. studied also. Later, Edwin K.
studied in Germany and was Rezner alone in 1872 for an "improvement" on the original design that consisted of a and aligning it with the major Cleveland developers of the Marquette iron ore deposits, Bridge Company was actually relatively short-lived. After establishing his firm in 1870 The Wrought Iron Bridge Company was interested in and concerned about the designs Plains. throughout the North American continent, this company successfully manufactured a firms in the entire country in the late 19th century.With agents and structures was built by the latter firm four years after the demise of the Ohio Bridge Company. W. B. REZNER. No. 128,509. Patented July 2 1872. 000000 Improvement in Arch-Bridges. Witnesses. Fig,1. Fig,4. WILLIAM B. REZNEE, OF CLEVELAND, OHIO. and midway the under surface of the block is Be it known that I, WILLIAM B. REZNER.
sponding in size and character to fit closely in of Cleveland, in the county of Cuyalroga and the groove E of the plate C; the purpose of State of Ohio, have inrented certain new and which rib and groove is to prevent lateral dis- useful Improvements in Arch-Bridges; and I placement of the two sections comprising the do hereby declare that the following is a iall, clear, and complete description thereof, reter block F, whieh is the skew-back proper, slants ence being had to the accompanying drawing making part of the same.
side or convex surface b of the block, but Figure 1 is a side view of a section of the which is, however, at all times at right angle to the axial or arch line x xof the arch; hence, the ends of the arch have a right angle abut- Like letters of reference refer to like parts ment against the skew-back, and which back is retained in its relation to the arch by a boss or offset formed on the face G and projected bridge of an arch character; and the object into the end of the arch.
thereof is to provide said arch with a skew- back, against which the ends of the arch shall structed substantially as above deseribed are, abut, and which skew-back, or the plane of the that the plane of the resisting surface or face abutment face thereof, shall be at all times at G of the skew-back is always at right angle a right angle or square to the projected line or to or square with the projection of an arch of curve of the arch resting thereon, thereby se- any desired curvature, which, as aforesaid, pro- curing a ready adjustment of the two autag- vides for an easy and ready adjustment of the onizing surfaces, viz., the ends of the arch and the face of the skew-back, whereon is received face G of the block F resisting the thrust of the arch against it, and which resistance is al- ways in a right line to the thrust, though the curve of the arch may vary moreor less.
There fore an adjustable but firmly-opposing face at is a more full and complete description. a proper angle is presented to the arch in or- der to bring all its parts in equal compression upon the face G of the skew-back. This skew- acter, aud is constructed of iron, and of which may exist in the masonry, and in the event of consists in part of an iron plate, C, commen- the settling of the stone-work it prevents un- of said plate is a flat surface in order that it by said event. It also prevents the elastic mo- may lie upon the abutment or stone-work of the bridge, whereas the upper side of the plate from being transmitter! to the masonry of the thickens toward the middle into two parallel abutments, and which motion produces that cidges, forming a concave. D. between them.
vertical vibratory movement upou the stone- work so frequent in solid shoe-blocks, thereby the middle of said concare is formed a recess or groove, E, the purpose of which will pres By the use of a skew-back constructed as above described, one pattern or skew-back can be applied to arches of different curvatures, as der surface of a curvature corresponding to the face of the block will adjust itself to the the concave of the plate C, and in which it SPECIFICATION. equal compression. the masonry. IMPROVEMENT IN ARCH-BRIDGES. skew-back consists of a triangular-shaped working loose the stones and thus dainaging tion that often exists in iron-bridge structures due strain being exerted upon the structure in the several views.
Of the above said invention the following rests,as shown in said Fig.1,longitudinally; I freedom of the block to turn in the concavity The special advantages of a skew-back con- The nature of this invention relates to a Specification forming part of Letters Patent No.128,509, dated July 2,1872. ofa bridge.Said arch isof a tubular char- 3is a plan view.Fig.4 is a detached section. face at aproper angle to bring all its parts in arch ofa bridge. Fig.2 is an end view.Fig In Fig.1,A represents one end of an arch line of the arch curve in consequence of the To all rchom it may concern: formed a boss or wide rib, a, Fig. 2, corre- skew-back. The plane of the face G of the back at any required angle with the under two antagonizing surfaces, viz., that of the the thrust of the arch against a firm opposing back also adapts itself to any inequality that block: or piece, *, Fig.
1, having a convex un- UNITED STATES PATENT OFFICE. surate to the size of the arch.The under side as shown in the detached view,Fig.4.In 129,509 square to or at right angle with the arch-line|forth. or line of pressure. relation to and in combination with the groove E of the plate C, substantially as and for the to secure by Letters Patent, is - WILLIAM B. REZNER. 1. The head or bleck Fhaving a conver un- der surface, b, plate C provided with a corre- sponding concare, D, for the reception of the W. H. BURRIDGE, convex surface b, arranged to operate conjoint- G. E. FRYETT. 2.The rib a of the block F as arranged in of the face of the block will at all times be!ly in the manner as and for the purpose set purpose specified. Witnesses: Claims.
What I claim as my invention, and desire WASO Form - 177 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ("R" June 1984) NATIONAL PARK SERVICE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET OCT 27 1983 Fed. Reg. Date: Date Due: 11/24/83 nomination by person or local government owner objection Federal Agency: _ 4Owner of Property 5. Location of Legal Description 6. Representation in Existing Surveys Has this property been determined eligible? 7. Description Check one -unaltered Jmoved summary paragraph Yalterations/integrity boundary selection resubmission ruins Condition REJECT yes unexposed completeness Date RETURN deteriorated good Substantive Review White Bridge fair Mahoning County clarity excellent original site Describe the present and original (if known)physical appearance Working No. 3 Location 3. Classification appeal OHIO Action: ACCEPT Public Acquisition 8.
Significance Areas of Significance-Check and justify below Y completeness Yclarity Vrelating significance to the resource Mrelationship of integrity to significance Jjustification of exception Other 9. Major Bibliographical References 10. Geographical Data 1. Form Prepared By 12.
State Historic Preservation Officer Certification - Date - Questions concerning this nomination may be directed to - Phone: - Builder/Architect Signed Period context state title national applicable criteria Specific dates Quadrangle name local Verbal boundary description and justification State Historic Preservation Officer signature Maps Photographs summary paragraph UTM References Statement of Significance (in one paragraph) Justification of areas checked Acreage of nominated property The evaluated significance of this property within the state is: Comments for any item may be continued on an attached sheet Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Photographer: E. Mangie View from S.W. illustrating transverse elevation Riverside Cemetary Bridge Location of Negatives: Youngstown State Univ.
bracing of truss, present on north and south Mahoning County Date: January 16, 1983 Photographer: E. Mangie rods forming king-post type truss, floor stringers, cross bracing with ring, and Riverside Cemetary Bridge corrugated steel bridge flooring Bottom view illustrating floor beams with 2 Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Location of Negatives: Youngstown State Univ. Photographer: E. Mangie Riverside Cemetary Bridge extending into stone abutment chords with square nuts, iron ring anchor oval tubular arch in center flanked by bottom Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Date: January 16, 1983 Shoe, N.E. abutment. Plan view of shoe showing Photographer: E. Mangie shoe to threaded round with square nut, and portion of oval tubular arch, built-up section cluding bottom chord transitioned through Riverside Cemetary Bridge Location of Negatives: Youngstown State Univ.
Elevation showing shoe on stone abutment in- Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Date: January 16, 1983 enviornment Riverside Cemetary Bridge Mahoning County View looking north illustrating wooded Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Photographer: E. Mangie Date: Photographer: E. Mangie sections, 3 each, crossing transversely from Riverside Cemetary Bridge View from north-east illustrating sway bracing Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek one top chord to another. Location of Negatives: Youngstown State U. S. E. elevation, oval tubular arch illustrat- ing change in section, heavier on left (to- wards abutment) and diagonal diamond drill shaped botton chord supports, and round Riverside Cemetary Bridge diagonal braces. Location of Negatives: Youngstown State Univ. Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Photographer: E. Mangie Photographer: E.
Mangle Riverside Cemetary Bridge View looking east towards Riverside Cemetary Located in Poland Village over Yellow Creek Mahoning County Date: Date:January 16,1983 White Bridge, CAMPRELE OHIO-PA. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY N4100 - W8030/ 1.5 UNITED STATES CAMPBELL QUADRANGLE Poland 7.5 MINUTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPH THOMAS J. CARNEY COUNTY OFFICE BUILDING 21 WEST BOARDMAN STREET GEORGE J. BINDAS YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO 44503 YOUNGSTOWN. OHIO PHONE 147-2000, EXT. 316-7 February 24, 1983 46 Poland Manor Poland, Ohio 44514 Dear Mrs.
Mangie; I would like to express my support to you that the River- It is apparent to me that it is beneficial to the total and that places like Poland, Ohio have strong significance to Mahoning County and we should treat, with respect, all of those institutions COMMISSIONERS TJC/gb County of Mahoning JOHN PALERMO Evelyn Mangie BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS and places that represent our heritage. Very truly yours, Mahoning County Board of Commissioners side Bridge be put on the Register of Ohio Historical Places. Thomas J. Carney, Vice-President 648 Wick Avenue Telephone (216) 743-2589 March 3, 1983 Ohio Historical Center I-71 and 17th Avenue Columbus, Ohio Very sincerely yours century. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society Preservation Committee Rebecca M.
Rogers, chairman The Arms Museum building industry in Youngstown, constructed with the help of young nomination of the Riverside Cemetery Bridge or White Bridge over Yellow Ohio Historic Preservation Office Youngstown, Ohio 44502 As chairman of the Preservation Committee of the Mahoning Valley Historical Dear Sirs: important iron and steel engineers of the second quarter of the nineteenth H.G.Morse of Poland.Morse became the founder of both the Morse and Ohio historic Sites Preservation Advisory Board Society, I encourage you to give state approval to the National Register Youngstown, O. 44514 March 8, 1983 Poland, O. 44514 Dear Mrs. Mangie, members, other interested persons and to later be placed in our files. M.
Florence Nos When notification arrives of the acceptance of your application, please Sincerely, Struthers Historical Society President of the destined for registry through your efforts. Mrs. James Mangie As spokesman for the Struthers Historical Society, it is with much interest and appreciation that a local landmark is 46 Poland Manor that the bridge is still in use should be make it doubly revered. 1936 Sequoya Drive let us know so that a news release can be arranged. As a historical society we express our gratitude and The object of your research is one of a kind. The fact would welcome a copy of your paper on this project to share with our 940 BEARS DEN ROAD - YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO 44511 - PHONE (216) 799-1581 June 13, 1983 I-71 & 17th Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211 Attn: David A.
Simmons Re: White Bridge (Cemetery Bridge) Riverside Dr., Village of Poland Mahoning County - SFN 5052289 May 25, 1983. The subject structure has a reduced load limit of 3 tons gross load. The Needless to say, to delay replacing this structure for any extended period Gentlemen: COUNTY ENGINEER and the restricted sight distance. of time can only result in our having to close this structure to traffic. Ohio Historical Center Michael Fitas structure for the National Register of Historic Places per your letter of will require a physical condition and analysis report as part of the Prelim- OFFICE OF THE MAHONING COUNTY ENGINEER taxpayers and result in a long delay in replacement. dition, would result in derelection of our duty.
Ohio Historic Preservation Office We wish to comment on your Advisory Board's nomination of the referenced Very truly yours, also be listed as Functionally Obsolete because of the narrow roadway width Inventory & Registration successful due to alack of funding.Now that urban system funds are roadway makes a 9o° turn at the east end of the structure resulting ina available to replace this structure, placing it on the National Register We are mandated by Ohio Law to protect the traveling public and permitting MF:as cc: A. Vitullo N. DePrim M. Sferra very limited sight distance.The structure has a current sufficiency rat- Attempts to replace this structure with an improved alignment have not been ing of l8.9% and listed as Structurally Deficient.The structure could structure has a roadway width of 16'-l1"making ita one lane bridge.The June 23, 1983 Mr.
Michael Fitas 940 Bears Den Road Youngstown, Ohio 44511 Dear Mr. Fitas: with the needs of the traveling public. ordinary effort to examine methods for its preservation. As you know, it was of the Ohio Department of Transportaion's historic bridge inventory. The specific to propose a meeting to discuss these with you. In any event, we will make sure that the Advisory Board is aware of your letter at their meeting on September 9, when they will be considering the approval of H.
Ray Luce WRL/DAS: vb X.c: Evelyn Mangie Jeff Brown, Regional Coordinator bcc: John White Sincerely, concerns for the preservation of historically significant structures compatible Ohio Historic Preservation Office State Historic Preservation Officer Mahoning County Engineer We feel that this is a very rare and significant structure and worth an extra- for preservation that would meet both your needs and our concerns.We would like the White Bridge nomination. Thank you for bringing our office up to date on the current condition of the Ohio Historical Center I-71& 17th Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211 (614) 466-1500 situation of this bridge seems to offer a number of especially good possibilities among the bridges "selected"for preservation from the 4oo0 evaluated as a part Ohio Historical Center 1-71& 17th Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211 (614) 466-1500 October 17, 1983 Ms.
Carol Shull, Chief 1100 L Street, NW Washington, D.C. 20240 Orton Memorial Laboratory Joyce, Jacob. O, House OCT 2 7 1983 Ray Luce WRL/BAP: rs Enclosures Montgomery Franklin Hamilton Resubmissions Licking Columbiana Mahoning New Nominations County Times-Star Building Ohio Historic Preservation Office Scioto Parsons Avenue Admendment Enclosed are nine new National Register nominations and three resubmissions. Second Street Historic District Betts Longworth Historic District questing an expeditious review of the nomination Department of the Interior National Park Service Normandy Farms White Bridge National Register of Historic Places Near East Side Historic District-- Salem China Company Elliot House (Pataskala MRA) Dear Carol: Pythian Temple and James Pythian Theatre Please call if you have any questions.
Pataskala Presbyterian Church (Pataskala MRA) State Historic Preservation Officer All the appropriate notification procedures have been followed for the new Please note that the Times-Star Building, Cincinnati, Hamilton County includes letters from the property owner and the mayor of Cincinnati ECEIVE