Major Bibliographical References Previous documentation on file (NPS): N/A - preliminary determination of individual listing (36 CFR 67) has been - designated a National Historic Landmark - recorded by Historic American Buildings Survey _ recorded by Historic American Engineering Record # - State historic preservation office - Local government 10. Geographical Data Acreage of Property: less than one Boundary Justification: - University requested. that contributes to the property's historic significance. memorial located in Camp Manatoc.
Other -- Specify Repository: Peninsula Historical Society Archives The memorial whose boundaries form a circle with a radius of 5o' centered on the Primary Location of Additional Data: Other state agency X Federal agency Architect/Builder: _ Unknown - previously listed in the National Register Verbal Boundary Description: - - previously determined eligible by the National Register The nominated property encompasses the entire resource and the surrounding area 11. Form Prepared By America, Great Trail Council, Inc. Date: September 1994 Street & Number: 15610 Vaughn Road Telephone: (216) 526-5256_ State: OH ZIP: 44141 City or Town: Brecksville Organization: Cuyahoga Valley NRA/NPs OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Section number _7 Page 6 H.
Karl Butler Memorial Summit County, Ohio The setting of the Butler Memorial, within Camp Manatoc near Peninsula, Ohio, is The monument, an example of rustic style masonry treatment, is on the platform, is a 100 foot flag pole. symmetrically placed in the wall.Beneath each pattern is a stone bench.Rising CONTINUATION SHEET in a location fitting to honor the man chiefly responsible for the start of the National Park Service above the center of the wall is a segmental arch with radiating voussoirs housing the object is a semicircle concrete platform, approached by six steps that abut United States Department of the Interior administration building, health lodge, and program shelter area. NPS Form 10-900-a (8-86) the entire front of the platform. a horizontal coursing pattern. a commemorative plaque. It is constructed of random sized, local ashlar sandstone.
The forward half of semicircular, half-wall with hill with a backdrop of trees.The memorial's hilltop position makes it visually There are two crosshatched masonry patterns Directly in front of the plaque, in the middle of the NPS Form 10-900-a OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 Page 7 H. Karl Butler Memorial Summit County, Ohio Name of Photographer: Jeff Winstel Date of Photograph: 11/92* Front, or south elevation, facing north North elevation, facing south 4.
West elevation, facing east * A recent site visit verifies that the 1992 photographs reflect the current CONTINUATION SHEET Section number Great Trail Council Photographs Location of original negative:Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area National Park Service condition of the property NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Boy Scouts of America The following information is the same for all photographs unless otherwise noted: United States Department of the Interior East elevation, facing west Property Owner: (8-86) P.O. Box 68 OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 Section number _8. Page 8 H. Karl Butler Memorial Summit County, Ohio commemorative value and importance of the memorial, it will also be addressed significant person in the development of Camp Manatoc, Mr. H. Karl Butler, a Wa on Lake Erie, near Huron, to attend camp.
Three years later, while president of the Akron Area Council, his health continued Mr. Butler's munificent gift inspired others, like P.W. Litchfield of the Goodyear Corporation, along with the Firestone and Goodrich Corporation, to pledge a total originally intended. CONTINUATION SHEET He was crippled in childhood and spent most of the remainder of his life confined National Park Service National Register of Historic Places under Criterion A for Social History and The Butler Memorial is historically significant as a symbol of the ideals of the Akron Area Council for the establishment of a permanent camp.His total gift of toa wheelchair ina chronically painful condition. United States Department of the Interior NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES significance extends from the memorial was completed and dedicated, building and equipping of the camp.
Camp Manatoc opened for the first time in 1923 and in its first serviced 188 NPS Form 10-900-a until 1944. However, in 1994,the memorial continues to be used and observed as of Akron to raise an additional $125,0oo.Subsequently, despite the Depression, Built in 1931 by the Akron Lions Club, the memorial commemorates the most to rapidly decline. (8-86) progressive movement, for the role that it plays every day in shaping a Boy Scout, Due to the under Criterion Consideration F: Commemorative Properties. Mr. Butler, a native of Akron, was born in 1882. campers. wealthy Akron industrialist. 420 acres did however carry a stipulation.It required that the Council raise permanent Boy Scout Camp.He returned home determined to emulate the quality of Before this gift, Akron youths had to travel a relatively far distance, to Camp During this same year, Mr.
Butler visited the West Coast and toured a The period of bequeathing all of his land holdings in the Peninsula area to the Boy Scouts' OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 Page 9 Summit County, Ohio Butler farmhouse, it remains on adjacent Camp Butler but has been so significantly During the progressive era, Butler's social peers, such as Frank A. Sieberling and Dorothy H. Brush, also made comparable and notable gifts to the Akron community teaching of lost moral values, thought to be inherent to a rural upbringing, with fundraiser. CONTINUATION SHEET Section number Association of America, were convincing society that these elements were lacking National Park Service Criterion A: Social History and Recreation Akron elites which is symbolic of the progressive era as well as an outward symbol of the country's conscious effort to develop recreational pursuits and outlets.
the intent of the rustic style was to add unobtrusive structures to an environment United States Department of the Interior Criterion C: Architecture for similar purposes.Frank A. Sieberling's civic gifts included tracts of land The Butler Memorial represents more than the commemoration of a man.It is also through the use of native materials and natural colors. Brush Farm for the creation of the Furnace Run Reservation.And again, there were principles of a simpler life can be seen in the camp's pioneer theme weeks, such H. Karl Butler Memorial altered that it has lost its integrity. NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES NPS Form 10-900-a an additional $142,000 was contributed by the citizens of Akron during a 1931 The rustic masonry style of the memorial is consistent with A.H. Good's as Indian week, Rodeo week and Explorer's week.
(8-86) existence is directly related to a pattern of paternalistic benevolence among The birth of Camp Manatoc provided a recreational facility which could blend the participatory physical recreational activities. In the early twentieth century, The original buildings of the 1923 Camp architectural designs for the structures of Camp Manatoc.As detailed in MPDF, also the monetary contributions of Goodrich and Firestone toward Camp Manatoc. men like Henry S. Curtis, former Secretary and Vice President of the Playground in the development of urban youth.Evidence of a trend toward instilling the several new structures they defined the new nucleus of the camp. As for the OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 Section number _8 Page 10 H. Karl Butler Memorial The Butler Memorial, in commemoration of H.
Karl Butler, exists in harmony with native sandstone, informal design, and naturalistic setting are in keeping with well as the fact that the memorial incorporates a 100-foot flagpole, commands literature. (See illustration) Historic Integrity workmanship. top. National Park Service the American flag a central commanding position which is further highlighted by CONTINUATION SHEET Criterion Consideration F: Commemorative Properties association.Maintenance of the memorial has been done with similar materials and the Peninsula Historical Society and the Summit County Historical Society Archives H.Good, suggesting that he could have designed the memorial. The memorial maintains a high degree of historic integrity because it remains in United States Department of the Interior architectural renderings that form the border of this graphic were designed by A.
The memorial was built in 193l while construction of the camp buildings designed NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES (8-86) of the period of is probable that the The memorial extends from the apex of acleared hill with steps NPS Form 10-900-a Summit County, ohio leading to a flat platform. platform. The natural, unobtrusive sandstone blends into the background, giving wall of the memorial, is of a simple design, rectangular in shape with an arched - The intimate relationship of the U.S. The nature and the rustic style which define Camp Manatoc's architecture.The use of respect from campers and visitors alike. did not reveal a source that clearly references the memorial's designer.
The flagpole is centered in the middle of the flat design, the memorial has played an important symbolic role throughout the symbol of the camp, has been traditionally used in the camp's promotional OMB Approval No. 1024-0018 NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES Summit County, Ohio "Announcing the New Camp Manatoc." Akron, Ohio: Great Trails Council BSA, 1932. Curtis, H.S. Play and Recreation for the Open Country. Boston: Ginn and Company, Journal, no date available. Scrattish, Nick. Historic Resource Study: Cuyahoga Valley National Recreation Area. Denver: U.S. Department of the Interior NPS, 1985. Wirth, C.. Park Structures Washington D.C.: U.S. Department of the Interior, NPS, 1914. 1935. Bibliography Section number National Park Service CONTINUATION SHEET H.
Karl Butler Memorial NPS Form 10-900-a United States Department of the Interior (8-86) "The Story of Camp Manatoc." Akron, Ohio: Great Trails Council BSA,1931. Page 11 Jackson, J. "Manatoc Jubilee Helps Recall How Valley Park Started." Akron Beacon UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES REQUESTED ACTION: NOMINATION STATE & COUNTY: OHIO, Summit DATE OF PENDING LIST: 12/03/96 NOMINATOR: FEDERAL N PDIL: N PERIOD: N PROGRAM UNAPPROVED: REQUEST; N 11/19/96 12/19/96 MULTIPLE 1/03/97 TELEPHONE REVIEWER DATE RETURN DISCIPLINE SAMPLE: RECOM./CRITERIA OTHER: MPS NAME: EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET ABSTRACT/SUMMARY COMMENTS: DATE RECEIVED: REASONS FOR REVIEW: NATIONAL PARK SERVICE Recreation and Conservation Resources of the Cuyahoga Valley DATE OF WEEKLY LIST: DOCUMENTATION see attached comments Y/N see attached SLR Y/N DATE OF 16TH DAY: Butler, H.
Karl, Memorial REFERENCE NUMBER: 96001510 SLR DRAFT: N NATIONAL: COMMENT WAIVER: N PROPERTY Camp Manatoc Karl H. Butler Memorial Summit Co., Ohio MOT094 00101 Camp Manatoc Karl H. Butier Memorial Summit Co., Ohio Summt Co., Ohio MOT094 00101 NNN5A MOT094 00101 NNN2A Summi+Co.Oho 7.5 MINUTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPHIC UNITED STATES PENINSULA QUADRANGLE DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR ROAD CLASSIF CATION PENINSULA, OHIO GEOLOGICAL SURVEY 97-455540-4563320 JUNE 19th Your son thinks of the joy and ae/venture of going to camp, but THE PROGRAM We are proud of the traditions and standards Theo. Folcy, Scout Exccutive, Camp Director. J. Herbert Saum, Asst. Scout Executive. In his FUN - Swimming twice a day (shallow water sixch season at Manatoc he will serve as Program lanyard, a bow. - take something home to show quirement or that Merit Badge in Bird Study you of Camp Fires and Ceremonies.
instructors Frank Vernotzy will come from his second year House Troop. Ideal surroundings FEATURES - Nature Study - The Rambler Sanitary conditions Park Welton, will be back to treat you to the trails Joe Dunn, another with ten ycars at Manatoc, FUN - JOY - ROMANCE - Scoutcraft - A hundred and one things to do. the leader for Special Projects. The new lake - 'Nuff said. Ross Shenk, just graduating from Miami Uni- Camp Fires - Troop Camp Fires, Ceremonial versity, will be the Water Front Director.
ers, the store keeper, a transportation man, chef, commissary clerk, and a staff of junior leaders THIS CENTRAL DINING HALL; A treat to see: Pictured above is one of THE TROOP LODGES handicraft supplies, tools and equipment for pion- day with its cheerful fireplace and plenty of room And bere's to the boys who baur been there Ais true as granite rock : Stanuch and strong to carry on The Glory of Manatoc. - A÷By DR. H. I. COZAD. staff and visiting Scouters will live here. The OPENS MANATOC SCOUTMASTERS ADVENTURE. CAMP for gamcs and stunts. Dedication basketry or what have you. interest you: escape his eye. tivities. his fifth season at Manatoc as Business Manager. THE LEADERSHIP Other leaders will include the assistant Scoutmast- and one who has advanced rank by rank at Mana- Pan how your son may attend. Director. dietitian in charge.
a most sanitary method for cleaning the dishcs and There will also be a graduate doctor in camp. Scoutmaster of the Indian Village. at Miami University to spend his tenth season at $6.50 per week -Eight weeks to choose from. on.This will be removed during the summer leav- National Boy Scouts of America. ceives the highest rating by the and spirit. June 8th who truly make ita great camp. A chance for Scouting ad. To The Parents: The building shown above has the winter siding Handicraft and Special Activitics. What does a good Scout want when he goes of leadership at Camp Manatoc.It is the leaders and special helpers. -eats galore will venture forth three times will give the Scouts more time for Scoutcraft ac- canoeing;handicraft-a chance to make a belt,a ship. graduate physician, greater strength in boly.mind A worthwhilc program.
of the other factors concerning every precaution is taken to in- Spencer Kline, Field Executive, will serve The full time services of a and Oh! how 200 ravenous campers will devour Every precaution for safety. Good companions. The Troop Handicraft-Field Executive Jack Taylor has Johnnie Yeck, second year at Miami University, toc will be Scoutmaster of the Cabin Troop. Camp Fires, Stunt Fires, and the big Council Fire. Troops, make new pals, learn new stunts, be a pa- trol leader. You'll like your Troop leaders. So bere's to the great out of doors sembly pavilion for.the Troop. Aad the camp on the Boston Mills Stoves, and Refrigeration, assure well cooked meals, the green stuff and dairy products always fresh. cering projects Whom tbe spell of Marnoc Ibrills. of wholesome food to meet the needs of the grow- SUMMIT COUNTY, OHIO A trained dietitian and expert cook assure plenty KARL H.
BUTLER MEMORIAL/ 1932 PROMOTIONAL BROCHURE accommodated here. The New Camp Manatoc The Gateway to the New Camp Manatoc. What more could These features will has a building of this type which scrves as an as- from other for the beginners), one ask than a good peppy camp fire before crawl (ask any Manatoc Camper). A building with spacious floor space where 200 ing into the good old Manatoc roll?
Here will be kept What a boon it will be on a rainy you are more mindful of some Trained leadersin the pro- Dad;a chance to get that outdoor coking re FOOD-See that ness hall down in the corner portion af an adult for every 11 perience which will bring hin OUR SUMMER SCHEDULE -For 1932 A GREAT CAMPING CENTER The 10th at Manatoc- A Vacation and a Training THOSE who had faith in the future of Manatoc W/E must not forget that Manatoc is a year round fore them now, in this Spring of 1932, the dream in Periods of one week each - a scout may stay as long as he wishes. Cost, $6.50 per week, $1.00 1931 and the views in this folder show the accom- plishments on March Ist, 1932., And this is only a Mounted Week, Washington Week, etc.
but these There are such major projects as the Scout Leaders Lodge yet to be built, but those who view with the Scoutmaster su that the Scouts from any one Troop may attend camip at the same time. Turn The Camp will be ready for this summer with direct to your Scoutinaster. Parents are invited to visit camp on Wednesday - and even provide their own cooking within the 1 Troop of Scouts will enjoy a weck-end hike - with skating, tobogganing and perhaps a hike to our for a tour of the camp and to enjoy a picnic And Scouters will go to the Scout Leaders Lodge Ist Period - Ieader Training Weck - June 19 Geo. W. Fisher, National Deputy Chief Scout Ex- woulland, and with the adjoining Virginia Ken- ccutive, will give the dedicatory address. interest of our Council President Mark M. Kin- iods of camp will be selected from this group - and dig, and the Camp Committee have made our 1. Cozad, Chairman; H.
S. Wagner, H. Lloyd Wil- liams, Fred M. Weller and W. H. Schnabel will of this great center for Scouting in the Akron area. Such was the dream of H. Karl Butler. June 8 - A Red Letter Day Get That Enrollment In! THE DEDICATION dise. JOIN THE GANG NEW LAKE features will not be announced in advance.Any Cabin Troop and Tent Troop for new Campers. Camp Manatoc possible and the untiring zeal and ANNOUNCING in Scouting and that of course means that we must provide our Scouts and Scouters with the facilities for doing this. FOR OUT.OF-DOOR ADVENTURE today training in those valuable character traits reality.
Building contracts were let September Ist, ings and see the camp ready for operation a great the present buildings will indeed realize that the afternoons and evenings to see their boys and par- The gifts of hundreds have made the New SWIM IN THE continue to develop and increase the effectiveness in a Daniel Boone. The period asa great Camping Reserve and gave their pledge coldest winter and have adequate heat and shelter week will furnish a rich and varied camping ex- weather and there the'Troops may go during the The camp committee has so designed our new have demountable sides which are used during cold lage and Tree House Troop for advanced campers.The New Camp Manatoc is a reality. dedication festival is to be held on but Sunday will not bea regular visiting day.
for the cause during the Spring of 1931 have be- We all know the values of rugged pioneer life dall State Park,we indeed have'a campers'para- and the modern Scout camp brings to the boy of They must be 1s years of age or over on or before worthy effort an opportunity to view the build- ning a Camp Fire service will take place and Dr. for Training Sessions, Conferences and Good Fel the ledges to round our their program? AT CAMP in your enrollment,with the $1.00 reservation fee, they will attend without cost for the period they serve asa l.cader. Every Scout In Camp! THE NEW CAMP MANATOC ing use of the facilities at the old camp and we find week will have a special feature such as Air Week, The summer camp is one unit of our camping program.
The new Troop Lodges such as self reliance, ingenuity, pride of accom- plishment, mastery of physical skills, a strong and healthy body, indeed all thuse virtues symbolized Each period with a special feature. Old Timers week last. June Ist, 1932, and at least First Class Rank. Special FOR A changes each Sunday afternoon. camping center. Even now Troops are mak- Four Camps Operating As One. The Indian Vil. Parents are urged beginning-pledges will not be fully due until June Can you imagine with what zest the reservations piling up a month or more in ad- and winter use. buildings that they are adapted for both summer together in one of the many groves.In the eve- to give all who have so unselfishly supported this to assist in getting their boys to and from camp
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