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Nomination for Second Presbyterian Church

The case file that argued this property on to the National Register: 4,130 words across 35 pages, filed in 1996. Read by 4 independent recognisers, of which at least 3 had to agree before a line was published.

Source document Held by the National Archives in Record Group 79 as reference 96000926, where it exists only as a scan with no text layer. The words below were read off that scan by 4 independent recognisers at two resolutions. Only lines that at least 3 of them returned identically appear below; where they disagreed, the line is withheld rather than guessed, so some of the form's furniture is missing. Spelling is never corrected, so a stray character that all the readers agreed on is the recogniser's and the typewriter's.. Nothing is summarised, corrected or written by this site. See the catalogue record, or return to the property.

From the form

The catalogue entry the section above was filed under.

- NPS Form 10-900 OMB No. 10024-0018 (Oct. 1990) United States Department of the Interior REC'D BY CHFO JUN 2 51996 National Register of Historic Places Thisform isfor use in nominatingor requesting determinations for individual properties and districts. See instructions in How to Complete the entries and narrative items on continuation sheets (NPS Form 10-900a). Use a typewriter, word processor, or computer, to complete all items. 1. Name of Property historic name _ other names/site number 2. Location 801 Waller Street street & number - Por tsmouth NÆA vicinity city or town - State 3.

State/Federal Agency Certification As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act, as amended, I hereby certify that this X nomination -request for determination of eligibility meets the documentation standards for registering properties in the National Register of Historic Places andmeets the procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. In my opinion, the property Signature of certifying official/Title Ohio Historic Preservation Office State of Federal agency and bureau In my opinion, the property meets does not meet the National Register criteria. ( See continuation sheet for additional 4. National Park Service Certification Date of Action entered in the National Register. - See continuation sheet. - removed from the National - other. (explain:) county Ohio Date National Register Scioto Register.

RECEIVED Second Presbyterian Church National Park Service Registration Form 145 zip code 45662-2444 NZAnot for publication determined not eligible for the JUL IAT. REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACE National Register of Historic Places Registration Form (National Register Bulletin 16A). Complete each item by marking "x" in the appropriate box or * meets - does not meet the National Register criteria. I recommend that this property be considered significant nationalily [ statewige [ locally. ( see continuation sheet for additional comments.) I hereby certify that the property is: comments.) by entering the information requested.lf an item does not apply to the property being documented,enter"N/A"for"not applicable.For functions, code OH Scioto Co., Ohio Name of Property 5.

Classification Ownership of Property Number of Resources within Property (Do not include previously listed resources in the count.) X building(s) - sites _ structures _ objects _ Total Name of related multiple property listing 6. Function or Use Current Functions 7.

Description LATE 19th & EARLY 20th CENTURY/ private asphalt Noncontributing wood Historic Functions public-Federal public-local public-State Architectural Classification roof Narrative Description Second Presbyterian Church RELIGION/religious facility Late Gothic Revival Number of contributing resources previously listed (Enter categories from instructions) in the National Register County and State (Check as many boxes as apply) the historic and current condition of the property on one or more continuation sheets.) Materialsv (Enter "N/A" if property is not part of a multiple property listing.) foundation concrete wallsbrownstone Category of Property other_stained glass district (Check only one box) NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No 1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio The Second Presbyterian Church is located on the northwest corner of Eighth and Waller Streets, Portsmouth, Scioto County, Ohio.

The surrounding mid to late nineteenth century residential neighborhood was inhabited by upper middle class professionals at the time the church was built in 1911. The downtown business district is located approximately 4 blocks west of the nominated property. The Ohio River is approximately 8 blocks to the south. Exterior Description: The exterior walls of the church are constructed of rusticated Pennsylvania brownstone. The overall plan of the church consists of the sanctuary (blt. 1911) with a two story rear education wing (blt. 1935) containing classrooms and meeting rooms. The front elevation which faces Waller Street features a massive gable end, a four story bell tower, and a turret bay which projects toward the east. According to church records, the design of the bell tower was copied from the Magdalene Tower of Oxford (England) University.

The bell tower is highlighted by a parapet with four finials, a series of stone belt courses, and semi-circular arched windows of varying sizes. The bell was made in 1878 by the Buckeye Bell Foundry of Hillsboro, Ohio. It was installed in the first church building, then moved to the nominated church in 1911. Lord. Praise ye the Lord." (Photographs # 1, 2) arch. All stained glass windows in the church have been protected with the installation of exterior storm windows. Beneath the stained glass window is the recessed entrance framed by three pointed arches. The arches are supported by rusticated stone columns. The entrance to the sanctuary consists of three wood double doors topped by stained glass arches. (Photograph The south elevation of the church contains a recessed doorway with one set of double wood doors.

There are three large rusticated stone arches with stone columns topped by an incised parapet decorated with battlements. A sandstone tablet is centered over the arches with the arched stained glass window. Other architectural features are the arched windows and stone buttresses. (Photograph # 5, 6, 7) The west elevation of the church is adjacent to the main church parking lot and contains the education wing. Windows in this section are rectangular, topped with flat stone lintels, and decorated with stained glass and diamond shaped patterns. An unobtrusive ramp with The north elevation is highlighted by three stained glass windows with Tudor arches and stone buttresses.

(Photograph #3) Second Presbyterian Church inscription,"Second Presbyterian Church Chapel.Above the sandstone tablet is a large Inscribed on the yoke of the bell is Psalm 150:6--"Let everything that hath breath praise the guardrails has been added to the west entrance for wheelchair access. (Photograph #8,9) (8-86) NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No 1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Section number . Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio In addition to the sanctuary there are 41 rooms in the building including choir rooms, classrooms, a library, offices, a parlor, and a large kitchen. The sanctuary seats 600 people and features narrow lancet arched stained glass windows designed and executed by Howard G. Wilbert and Albert W. Weitershausen of Pittsburgh.

The windows on the south wall of the sanctuary have as their main theme, "The Nativity of Christ." Windows on the north wall depict Christ's miracles. In each of the small topmost sections of the aisle windows appear emblems representing the twelve apostles. The large window over the balcony depicts the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Christ. The ceiling is decorated by open wood trusses, Appalachian White Oak and stained walnut. The communion table is enriched with a carving Columbus, in 1955. The lighting fixtures are made of wrought iron and bronze in a lantern design. The organ is a custom-built Kilgen Organ with 2,555 pipes. The three manuals the Great, Swell, and Choir Organs in the two organ chambers, located to the left and right of The Chapel has a rectangular bench seating plan that can hold 140 persons.

Stained glass windows in the chapel were originally installed in the sanctuary in 1911 and moved to their present location during the 1934-35 remodelling resulting from the 1933 fire. These windows were designed and originally installed by the Horace I. Phipps Company of Boston. They (Photograph # 13) Classrooms, library, and choir rooms in the education wing feature stained glass windows with Tudor arches and diamond patterns. Several rooms contain fireplaces with carved wood mantels with tile. (Photographs 14, 15, 16). Page Continuation Sheet (8-86) Second Presbyterian Church front. The Baptismal Font was made by the Josephinum Church Furniture Company, Interior Description: National Register of Historic Places 11, 12) consist of "Christ and the Doctors","The Three Wise Men,"and"The Flight into Egypt." of vines.

The inscription, "This Do in Rememberance of Me" is carved on a ribbon panel in the choir loft. These chambers measure 15 by 15 feet and are 16 feet high. (Photographs 10, wood purlins, and rafters. The pews, organ console, and pulpit furniture are built of NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Second Presbyterian Church Section number - - Page - Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio Continuation Sheet National Register of Historic Places (8-86) Scioto Co., Ohio Name of Property 8. Statement of Significance

Statement of significance

Areas of Significance for National Register listing.) - A Property is associated with events that have made a significant contribution to the broad patterns of R C Property embodies the distinctive characteristics of a type, period, or method of construction or . represents the work of a master, or possesses high artistic values, or represents a significant and Period of Significance distinguishable entity whose components lack - D Property has yielded, or is likely to yield information important in prehistory or history. (Mark "x" in all the boxes that apply.) 1911, 1933, 1935 X A ownedby a religious institution or used for (Complete if Criterion B is marked above) - C a birthplace or grave. - D a cemetery. - E a reconstructed building, object, or structure. - F a commemorative property. - G less than 50 years of age or achieved significance within the past 50 years. George W.

Kramer (1911) J.C. Fulton & Sons/Wesley P. Ridenour (1935) Narrative Statement of Significance (Explain the significance of the property on one or more continuation sheets.) 9.

The rest of the file

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

Major Bibliographical References (Cite the books, articles, and other sources used in preparing this form on one or more continuation sheets.) Previous documentation on file (NPS): N/A - preliminary determination of individual listing (36 - State Historic Preservation Office CFR 67) has been requested - Other State agency - Federal agency previously determined eligible by the National - Local government - University X Other recorded by Historic American Buildings Survey - recorded by Historic American Engineering Record # 1911-1936 Architecture Register Bibilography Architect/Builder religious purposes. Applicable National Register Criteria Criteria Considerations individual distinction. Significant Person Second Presbyterian Church County and State Cultural Affiliation Name of repository: Property is: our history.

designated a National Historic Landmark previously listed in the National Register Significant Dates Bremoved from its original location. Primary location of additional data: (Enter categories from instructions) significant in our past. (Mark "x" in one or more boxes for the criteria qualifying the property Property is associated with the lives of persons Scioto Co., Ohio Name of Property County and State 10. Geographical Data Acreage of Property less tahn one acre (Place additional UTM references on a continuation sheet.) - See continuation sheet (Describe the boundaries of the property on a continuation sheet.) 11.

Form Prepared By organization _ March 22, 1996 street & number_65 Jefferson Avenue - telephone614/228-3133 city or town Columbus - state Ohio _ zip code 43215 Submit the following items with the completed form: A USGS map (7.5 or 15 minute series) indicating the property's location. A Sketch map for historic districts and properties having large acreage or numerous resources. Representative black and white photographs of the property. (Check with the SHPO or FPO for any additional items) Property Owner (Complete this item at the request of SHPO or FPO.) - telephone city or town Port.smouth - zip code 45662-2444 Paperwork Reduction Act Statement: This information is being collected for applications to the National Register of Historic Places to nominate a benefit in accordance with the National Historic Preservation Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 470 et seq.).

name Zone Photographs Maps Additional items Continuation Sheets Additional Documentation Northing Boundary Justification UTM References Easting Second Presbyterian Church Verbal Boundary Description Ohio Historic Preservation Office (Explain why the boundaries were selected on a continuation sheet.) street & number_ 801 Waller Street properties for listing or determine eligibility for listing, to list properties, and to amend existing listings. Response to this request is required to obtain Estimated Burden Statement: Public reporting burden for this form is estimated to average 18.1 hours per response including time for reviewing instructions, gathering and maintaining data, and completing and reviewing the form. Direct comments regarding this burden estimate or any aspect of this form to the Chief, Administrative Services Division, National ParkService, P.O.

Box 37127,Washington, DC 20013-7127; and the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reductions Projects (1024-0018), Washington, DC 20503. date 327060 NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 - (8-86) United States Department of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio The Second Presbyterian Church, 801 Waller Street, Portsmouth, Ohio, is being nominated to the National Register of Historic Places under Criterion C as an example of the Late Gothic Revival Style. The exterior exhibits several characteristics of the style including massive rusticated masonry with stone trim, lancet arched stained glass windows, stone buttresses, finials, and a massive bell tower. The church, built in 1911, was designed by architect George W. Kramer, Akron, Ohio. The interior was remodelled in 1935 by J.C.

Fulton & Sons Architects (Uniontown, PA) and Wesley P. Ridenour (Portsmouth) due to a fire in 1933. The interior contains decoration common in Tudor/English Revival interiors built in Ohio the 1920s and 1930s including carved woodwork and fireplaces, multipaned windows with diamond shaped panes, Tudor arches in the sanctuary, and stone trim. The Late Gothic Revival Style was commonly found in Ohio between c. 1900-1930. This style was a popular choice of architects when designing churches and schools. In contrast to the earlier Victorian Gothic Revival, Late Gothic Revival buildings were larger in scale without polychrome ornamentation. Typical characteristics include smooth limestone or brick walls with stone trim, early Gothic elements such as finials and stone buttresses, pointed arched stained glass windows and stone mullions, and a restrained use of detail.

The Second Presbyterian Church is the only church in Portsmouth designed in the Late Gothic Revival style with Tudor Revival interior features. Other local churches which have been listed on the National Register reflect the Greek Revival, Romanesque Revival, and early Gothic Revival styles popular in the early to mid-nineteenth century. They consist of All Saints Episcopal Church (NR: 3/25/1982), Bigelow United Methodist (NR: 12/08/1987), Evangelical Church of Christ (12/08/1987), First Presbyterian (11/28/1973), Greenlawn The Second Presbyterian Church contributes to our understanding of the development of early twentieth century ecclesiastical architectural styles in Portsmouth. Significance of George W. Kramer, church architect: Kramer was a native of Ashland, Ohio. He began his career as an architect in 1873 and was associated with Jacob Snyder from 1879-1885.

Soon after his partnership with Snyder ended, Kramer formed the firm Weary and Kramer in Akron, Ohio. From 1886-1895 Weary and Kramer designed a variety of churches, schools, and public buildings around Ohio. Their Building (demolished), high schools in Canton and Akron, and several buildings on the Oberlin College Campus and the Ohio State Agricultural College (later known as the Ohio independently from 1895 to 1912 when his son George joined the firm. Architectural Significance: Continuation Sheet Second Presbyterian Church commissions included the First Methodist Episcopal Church (Findlay),Findlay Municipal University).In 1894 George W.Kramer opened an office in New York.He practiced Section number _ 8 Cemetery Chapel (NR: 1/03/1980), and Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church (8/24/1979). Page OM8 Approval No.

1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio In his nearly 50 year career, George W. Kramer gained a national reputation for his church designs and was reponsible for over 2000 buildings. These included the Baptist Temple Church (Brooklyn), Rockefeller Center Church (Lakewood, N.J.), Union Methodist (New York), Park Avenue Methodist (East Orange, N.J.), Church of the Disciples of Christ (East Orange, N.J.), Arlington Avenue Presbyterian (East Orange), and East End Christian Church (Memphis, Tenn.). The first Presbyterian congregation in Portsmouth was organized in 1816. The first church was a frame Greek Revival built in 1822 on the south side of Second Street near the Market Street intersection. In 1850 a new church was built at the corner of Third and Court Street. to 270.

In 1871 the church leadership determined that a second presbyterian congregation was the Second Presbyterian Church, in 1875. According to church histories, the two represented the third largest denomination in Scioto County with 2,258 members behind Methodists (6,580) and Catholics (4,424). A fire in 1895 and a mysterious explosion in 1896 damaged the Second Presbyterian Church. In 1909 the congregation voted to raise funds to construct a new building. In 1910 the second (1875) church was dismantled and construction began on the new building which was completed in 1911. The architect of the third church building was George W. Kramer (1847- 1938) who practiced in Akron and New York City. In September 1933 a fire gutted the interior of the church and destroyed several of the original stained glass windows.

In their efforts to save the building, firemen were forced to break the massive stained glass window entitled "The Resurrection" from a painting by artist Charles J. Connick. Fortunately, several windows installed in 1911 were saved: "Christ and the Doctors," "The Three Wise Men," and "The Flight into Egypt." The 1911 windows were designed by the Horace I. Phipps Company located in Boston, Massachusetts. The interior of the church was remodelled in 1935. The new sanctuary and classrooms incorporate English Revival motifs. The exterior of the church was not altered and retains its 1911 appearance. The 1935 interior remodelling is 60 years old and thus meets the minimum age requirement for National Register eligibility.

Furthermore, the interior design illustrates the early 20th century preference of congregations and architects for the Tudor Revival style and the transition from Akron plan sanctuaries to a rectangular worship space. Page Second Presbyterian Church History of the Congregation: needed in the community.A fund-raising drive resulted in the dedication of a new building, Section number 8 NºS Form 10-900-a (NR listed: 11/28/1973). By 1863 the First Presbyterian congregation membership had grown congregations co-existed in harmony. County histories note that by 1926 Presbyterians OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio Evans, Nelson Wiley. History of Scioto County, Ohio. Portsmouth: Nelson Wiley Evans, Gordon, Stephen C.How to Complete the Ohio Historic Inventory. Columbus: Ohio Historical Society, 1992.

Mitchell, J.W. Mitchell's Directory of Portsmouth and Scioto County, Ohio. Portsmouth: J.W. Mitchell Publisher, 1901. Ohio Historic Inventory forms, Portsmouth, Ohio. Ohio Historic Preservation Office. "The Services of Dedication of the Second Presbyterian Church, Portsmouth, Ohio, November Tax Records. Scioto County Auditor's Office, Scioto County Courthouse. Withey, Henry F. Biographical Dictionary of American Architects (Deceased). Los Angeles: Hennessey & Ingalls, Inc., 1970. archives. (8-86) 1903. "The Second Presbyterian Church."Unpublished pamphlet, n.d. Second Presbyterian Church Second Presbyterian Church Bibliography Continuation Sheet 26 to Deceomber 3,1911."Unpublished pamphlet,1911.

Second Presbyterian Church National Register of Historic Places Section number Page - NPS Form 10-900-a Page NPS Form 10-900-a United States Department of the Interior National Park Service National Register of Historic Places Section number - Portsmouth, Scioto Co., Ohio Lot # 301336, Hutchins Whole Subdivision BOUNDARY JUSTIFICATION: Page Continuation Sheet Second Presbyterian Church VERBAL BOUNDARY DESCRIPTION: with the church. OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 (8-86) The nominated property consists of the city lot which has been historically associated NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No.

1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Scioto Co., Ohio Portsmouth, Ohio 45662 Photographer: Sandra Davies Date: December, 1995 65 Jefferson Avenue Columbus, OH 43215 1) Front elevation looking southwest 2) Detail: Front elevation with bell tower 3) North elevation 4) Detail: Front entrance arches 5) south elevation looking northwest 6) Detail: exterior window arches 7) Detail: Side entrance to chapel 8) Rear (west) elevation 13) Chapel 14) Interior: Fireplace in second floor classroom Page Continuation Sheet Photograph Views: 12) Sanctuary ceiling Second Presbyterian Church National Register of Historic Places 11) Sanctuary looking south 10) Sanctuary windows 16) Classroom interior with stained glass windows Eighth and Waller Streets The following information is the same for all photographs: 15) Second floor library Negatives located at C-SC Regional Office, 9) Rear elevation looking east (8-86) Section number PHOTOS UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET NAME : DATE OF 16TH DAY: 8-22.96 DATE DATE OF 45TH DAY: DATE OF WEEKLY LIST: NOMINATOR: STATE N PDIL: COMMENT WAIVER: N V ACCEPT ABSTRACT/SUMMARY COMMENTS: DATE RETURN TELEPHONE MULTIPLE REJECT 9/07/96 7/24/96 REVIEWER DISCIPLINE RECOM./CRITERIA Entered in the PERIOD: OTHER: National Register DATE RECEIVED: PROGRAM UNAPPROVED: NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES NATIONAL PARK SERVICE REASONS FOR REVIEW: DOCUMENTATION see attached comments Y/N see attached SLR Y/N REFERENCE NUMBER: 96000926 PROPERTY Second Presbyterian Church LESS THAN 5O YEARS: Photo#1 Portsmouth,ohio Second Presbyterian Church Portsmouth, ohio Photo#2 Portsmouth, Ohio Photo Second Presbyterian Church Portsmouth, ohio Photo Second Pres by terian Church Second Presbyterian Chuece Photo # 5 PORTsmOuTH, Ohro Second Presbyterian Church Portsmouth, Ohio Photo Portmouth, ohr Photo #8 Ports mouth ohio Photo #9 Portsmouth, Ohro Second Presbyterian Church Portsmouth, Ohio Photo #10 Portsmouth,ohio Photo #!!

Photo #12 Port smouth, Ohio Second Pres by terian Church Second Presbyterian Church Tortsmouth, Ohio Photo # 13 Second Preshyteriar Church Portsmouth, ohio Photo # 14 Second Presbyterian Church Ports mouth, ohio Portsmouth, Ohio DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR UNITED STATES PORTSMOUTH QUADRANGLE PORTSMOUTH, KY.-OHIO U. S. Route KENTUCKY -OHIO - State Route GEOLOGICAL SURVEY N3837.5w8252.5/ 7.5 FRANKLIN T. GERLACH CITY OF PORTSMOUTH, OHIO April 5, 1996 Mr. Steve Gordon Ohio Historic Preservation Office 65 Jefferson Avenue Second Presbyterian Church Dear Mr. Gordon, I understand our historic Second Presbyterian Church is nominated Please allow me to offer my total support for this nomination.

The City of Portsmouth is well aware of the wonderful historic buildings we have in our area and we are dedicated to their we have recently added murals on our floodwall depicting some of we would appreciate having the Second Presbyterian Church added FRANKLIN T. GERLACH, MAYOR 728 Second Street, Room 1 - Portsmouth, Ohio 45662 - (614) 354-8807 - Fax (614) 353-4583 preservation. PORTSMOUTH Mayor National Historic Registry Best prosperous wishes, for listing on the National Historic Registry. to the National Historic Registry. our City's past. Columbus, Ohio 43215 Columbus, Ohio 43266-0604 State Senator 17th District April 10, 1996 Mr. Steve Gordon Ohio Historic Preservation Office Columbus, OH 43215 Dear Mr.

Gordon: Church of 801 Waller Street in Portsmouth, Ohio to be considered for listing preservation of the Second Presbyterian Church, but also the members who Again, I would like to extend my support for listing the Second Presbyterian Church in the National Historic Registry. If you should have any questions, please feel free to contact me. State Senator, 17th District Energy Committee-Alternate Education, Retirement and Aging Advisory Board Legislative Ethics Committee Children's Trust Fund Board 614/466-8156 Judiciary Finance Boards: Statehouse JML/nst Committees: Agriculture attend the church. Jan Michael Long Ohio Senate National Conference of State on the National Historic Registry.

Commission on Education Assistant Minority Whip Improvement 65 Jefferson Avenue Legislators Standing Committees: (Ranking Minority Member) I believe that this listing would not only be very important in the Physicial Fitness and Sports Education Committee I am pleased to provide this letter supporting the Second Presbyterian Very truly yours, Clashington, DC 20515 FRANK CREMEANS 1630 LONGWORTH HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20515 (202) 225-5705 Mr. Steve Gordon Ohio Historic Preservation Office 65 Jefferson Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43215 Dear Mr. Gordon: I am writing in support of the nomination of Second Presbyterian Church in Portsmouth, Ohio to be included in the National Historic Registry. Located at 801 Waller Street in downtown Portsmouth, the Church is a stunning structure.

I trust that once you research the history of Second Presbyterian Church that you will Member of Congress 301 NORTH HIGH STREET 200 PUTNAM STREET, SUITE 524 300 BANK ONE PLAZA HILLSBORO, OH 45133 MARIETTA, OH 45750 PORTSMOUTH, OH 45662 (513) 393-8688 (614) 373-2120 (614) 353-4006 Sincerely, April 11, 1996 FAC:mr Louse of Representatibes Congress of the Clnited tates 6TH DISTRICT, OHIO or my Legislative Aide Matthew Rawlings at (202) 225-5705. Thank you for your time. find it as fascinating as I do.Please keep me abreast of any progress.You may contact myself 609 Sycamore Street Sciotoville, Ohio 45662 Agriculture & Natural Resources (614) 776-7591 District Health, Retirement & Aging Local Government & Townships (614) 644-9494 Fax WILLIAM L. OGG Transportation & Public Safety Mr.

Steve Gordon Ohio Historical Preservation Office Columbus, Ohio 43215 Second Presbyterian Church 801 Waller Street, Portsmouth, Ohio is under As a lifelong resident of Portsmouth, I am aware of the beauty built into this can be enjoyed for many generations to come later. utmost attention to this worthwhile nomination. 77 South High Street Columbus, OH 43266-0603 COMMITTEES: Respectfully yours, Dear Steve, State Representative consideration for listing on the National Historical Registry. 65 Jefferson Ave. 92nd House District 466-2124 Office Scioto & Lawrence Counties I would certainly hope that you and your selection committee would give your structure. The church has been maintained in top shape so that its uniqueness Representative State