Nomination for Seiberling, Charles Willard, House

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NPS Form 10-900 OMB No. 1024-0018 TAPR 7 1993 (Form 10-900a). Type all entries. 1. Name of Property Location street & number I not for publication city, town J vicinity zip code Classification Category of Property X private X building(s) Name of related multiple property listing: listed in the National Register _ 4. State/Federal Agency Certification As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, I hereby certify that this National Register of Historic Places andmeetsthe procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. Ohio Historic Preservation Office 5. National Park Service Certification 1, hereby, certify that this property is: Zentered in the National Register.

determined not eligible for the other, (explain:) Signature of the Keeper 153 site structure Date county Summit public-local REGISTER Noncontributing RECEIVED Akron district state object public-Federal Total NATIONAL public-State Registration Form Ohio Number of Resources within Property National Register. National Register of Historic Places determined eligible for the National other names/site number See continuation sheet. Number of contributing resources previously historic name 1075 West Market Street removed from the National Register.

Signature of certifying official United States Department of the Interior Signature of commenting or other official This form is for use in nominating or requesting determinations of eligibility for individual properties or districts.See instructions in Guidelines State or Federal agency and bureau Ownership of Property Date of Action National Park Service the requested information. If an item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for "not applicable." For functions, styles, materials, and areas of significance, enter only the categories and subcategories listed in the instructions. For additional space use continuation sheets Tri-Acre, SUM-155-12, Unity Church 44313 N/AL for Completing National Register Forms (National Register Bulletin 16). Complete each item by marking "x"in the appropriate box or by entering DOMESTIC/Single Dwelling 7.

Description Rectangular in plan, the massive 2-1/2story house was constructed of red brick, laid in a the house; both wings are set back, with single story sections extending forward to the single dormers over the wings. Wide box eaves are denticulated, and the roof is surmounted The interior of the Seiberling House is also distinctive, retaining most of its original original eighteen fireplaces still remain, along with wainscoting, panel doors, staircases, Pedestal sinks, tubs, tilework, and other fittings have been preserved in the bathrooms. The third floor servants' quarters also retain a high degree of integrity, displaying maple floors, original fireplace, and built-in drawers and cupboards. wing (date unknown, but early) that is barely discernible, and the brick infill of a room was also removed, but the marble floor does remain.

stone brick slate steel Architectural Classification Describe present and historic physical appearance. walls Colonial Revival Current Functions (enter categories from instructions) See continuation sheet wood other (enter categories from instructions) 20th-century era of Akron's great rubber boom. terminating in two piers topped with decorative stone structure) Materials (enter categories from instructions) 6.

Function or Use Historic Functions (enter categories from instructions) where many of the city's industrialists and leaders built their mansions during the early are evenly spaced along the facade.Side-gabled 2-1/2 story wings extend from both ends of WORK IN PROGRESS The Charles W.Seiberling House was built in 1913 as the residence for one of Akron's most prominent industrialists.It is located in the Highland Park area on Akron's west side, foundation _ double-runner Flemish bond pattern, over a steel frame. A basically symmetrical facade spaced round arch dormers and terminates in a pair of prominent bridge chimneys, with at Stan Hywet, the National Historic Landmark residence of Charles' brother Frank. Other than the front doors, the only notable alterations have been an addition to the east character and detail with oak and walnut floors and mahogany trim.

Seventeen of the roof displays a central trabeated entry with Tuscan pilasters and columns supporting a classical The driveway entrance off Maplewood Avenue is demarcated by stone-capped brick walls in the Tudor style den was reportedly executed by the same artist employed for similar work Seiberling, Charles Willard, House, Summit Co., Ohio Statement of Significance

Statement of significance

Seiberling, Charles Willard Child, Edward S. Charles Seiberling, one of Akron's foremost industrialists and civic leaders; and under life in several of his father's companies, becoming superintendant of the J.F. Seiberling and treasurer, Charles was instrumental in that company's success as well, and served until Throughout his professional life, Charles was noted for his strong belief in progressive During Goodyear's financial turmoil after World War 1, Charles posted 22,000 shares of his own stock to protect employee stock investments, and he founded and capitalized the (Kenfield, p. 78).

He was founder of the Akron Community Chest (reportedly the third in the U.S.), and at various times was president of the Chamber of Commerce, University Club, Akron Rotary Club, Akron University Endowment Association, and the Akron Chapter of the Barberton Citizen's Hospital, YWCA, Akron Colored Community Service League, Better Akron Federation, and Springfield Lake TB Sanitorium; a vice-president and director of the Akron X See continuation sheet Industry 1913-1922 Architecture Architect/Builder Cultural Affiliation Areas of Significance (enter categories from instructions) Significant Person Applicable National Register Criteria Period of Significance until 1921 and forming a highly successful business partnership of lifetime duration with Significant Dates Citizens Savings & Loan Co.and the Macedonia-Northfield Banking Company.

worker relations, and he contributed significantly to humanizing the industrial workplace. Following college at 0berlin,Charles W.Seiberling (born Jan.26,1861) entered working The Charles W.Seiberling House is significant under Criterion B for its association with Criterion C as an outstanding example of the Georgian Revival style of architecture. Co.in 1883 and continuing in that position until 1895.In 1898,with his brother Frank, Xlocally Criteria Considerations (Exceptions) State significance of property, and justify criteria, criteria considerations, and areas and periods of significance noted above. City Club; and a 1928 delegate to the Republican National Convention.

In short, he was either an officer or member of the board of directors of virtually every public service statewide Frank.Under their control, Goodyear was developed into the world's largest manufacturer 1920,the Seiberlings were forced to resign from Goodyear in 1921.They immediately National Aeronautical Assoc.He was also a trustee of the Akron Children's Hospital, organization in the City of Akron.Charles Seiberling has been called the most popular his death in 1946.He was also president of the Thomas Phillips Company a manufacturer of nationally flour sacks,and of the Seiberling Latex Products Co.,as well asa director of both the Akronite...known to more Akron people than any other man in the city (Kenfield,p.

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Bibliography, boundary description, and the people who prepared and reviewed the nomination.

Major Bibliographical References Grismer, Karl H. Akron and Summit County, Akron: Summit County Historical Society, 1952. Kenfield, Scott Dix, ed. Akron and Summit County, Ohio 1825-1928 Biographical. Chicago & Akron: S.J. Clarke Publishing Co., 1928. ] See continuation sheet Previous documentation on file (NPS): N/A Jpreliminary determination of individual listing (36 CFR 67) Record # 10. Geographical Data Acreage of property - Parcel no. 67-51865, part of Lot 10 W.P.P.; Summit Co. Records, Vol, 383, p. 72. from C.W. Seiberling to Michael 0'Neal. property historically associated with this building. 11. Form Prepared By name/title _ Jeffrey D. Brown/Regional Coordinator _ date - December 3, state - 3.59 1981.

Other Zone Northing Local government Ohio UTM References Easting State historic preservation office recorded by Historic American Buildings Verbal Boundary Description designated a National Historic Landmark previously listed in the National Register Specify repository: recorded by Historic American Engineering Other State agency Boundary Justification Federal agency has been requested University Shiere, James H.Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens.National Historic Landmark nomination, previously determined eligible by the National Register Also described in Vol.930,p.203,recording description and transfer of property Property is situated on the northwest corner of W.Market Street and Maplewood Ave. Primary location of additional data: Boundary is based upon legally recorded lot lines and description, and includes the Survey # telephone 216-438-0404 Allen, Hugh.

Rubber's Home Town, New York: Stratford House, 1949. Olin, Oscar Eugene. Akron and Environs, New York: Lewis Publishing Co., 1917. organization Ohio Historic Preservation Office street & number 201 3rd Street NE Seiberling, Charles Willard, House, Summit Co., Ohio Revival design, exhibiting many of the elements that distinguish this style. The pilasters and columns, creating a sense of depth and relief, is a distinguishing element, mansion in Akron,behind only Frank Seiberling's Stan Hywet Hall, not of Georgian Revival Catholic teaching order. About 1960 it was sold to the Unity Church, which held ownership until the house was purchased recently by its current owner, who has embarked on a program of restoring the house. influence.

Continuation Sheet National Register of Historic Places symmetrically balanced facade with multipane double-hung sash and an accented central entry The Charles Seiberling House is also significant as an outstanding example of Georgian National Park Service Charles Seiberling lived in this house from 1913 until 1922,when he sold it to Michael United States Department of the Interior Section number _ 6 OMB Approvel No.

1084-0018 O'Neal's death in 1927, the 0'Neal family gave the house to the Mary Knoll Brothers, a Page typifies Georgian Revival designs.The doorway's decorative pediment supported by as are the boxed cornice with dentils, the bay windows seen on the east and rear facades, STATE & COUNTY: OHIO, Summit DATE OF 16TH DAY: NOMINATOR: STATE N PDIL: N PERIOD: COMMENT WAIVER: N Intered in the ABSTRACT/SUMMARY COMMENTS: DOCUMENTATION see attached comments Y/N see attached SLR Y/N 5/06/93 DATE 4/07/93 DISCIPLINE REVIEWER RETURN 5/22/93 MULTIPLE OTHER: RECOM./CRITERIA NAME: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PROGRAM UNAPPROVED: EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET DATE RECEIVED: NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR DATE OF WEEKLY LIST: DATE OF 45TH DAY: SLR DRAFT: N REQUESTED ACTION: NOMINATION NATIONAL: REASONS FOR REVIEW: _architectural classification _summary paragraph _completeness _clarity _applicable criteria _justification of areas checked _relating significance to the resource _relationship of integrity to significance _verbal boundary description _boundary justification FUNCTION current OTHER acreage materials DESCRIPTION BIBLIOGRAPHY historic CLASSIFICATION Period Builder/Architect SIGNIFICANCE Phone justification of exception Date ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTATION/PRESENTATION Specific dates descriptive text Signed _count resource type _sketch maps STATE/FEDERAL AGENCY CERTIFICATION GEOGRAPHICAL DATA USGS maps _context Areas of Significance--Check and justify below Statement of Significance one paragraph) UTMS -photographs presentation Questions concerning this nomination may be directed to OTHER COMMENTS 1992 SEICERLING, Photo #2 Ney- at O.H.PO (NE RCo) Neg.

at OHPO (NE RCO) Neg at OHPO (NE RCo) 075W Nog. at OHPO (NE RCO) 1992 Neg- at OHPO (NE RCO) Photo by J.D. Brown , 1792 Photo # 6 Nog-at OHPO (NE RCO) Photo +7. DEIBERLING Neg . at OHPO (NE RCO) 7.5 MINUTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPHIC) UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR AKRON WEST QUADRANGLE AKRON WEST, OHIO ROAD CLASSIFICATION GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OHIO-SUMMIT CO. 1982 Velma Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211-2497 APR7 1993 Fax: 297-2411 April 5, 1993 SINCE 1885 Carol Shull, Chief of Registration P. O. Box 37127 Dear Ms. Shull: W.

Ray Luce COUNTY SOCIETY 614/297-2470 Sincerely Enclosures Ashland Hamilton HISTORICAL Delaware Meigs Lucas District NATIONAL Columbiana REGISTER Portage Center Street Historic South South Street Historic RECEIVED Yost Tavern Summit National Park Service Central Building of the Columbus YMCA NEW SUBMISSION Inverness Club Sameul Cooper Farmhouse Ohio Historical Center Cottage Hill Farm Clinton State Historic Preservation Officer Ohio Historic Preservation Office If you have questions or comments about these documents contact this office. Enclosed are ten (lo) new National Register nominations.All appropriate notifi- Charles W. Seiberling House cation procedures have been followed for these new submissions. National Register of Historic Places John Downing Jr. House District (Boundary Increase) Cherry Valley Coke Ovens Franklin Washington, DC 20013-7127 OHIO