Yellow Springs (Ohio) -- History -- 19th century
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Derostus F. Ladley Papers
Collection
Identifier: MS-117
Abstract
Born April 10, 1806 in Virginia, Derostus Ladley was a minister and prominent member of the Christian Connection / Connexion (also called the Christian Church). From 1838-1852, the Ladley family moved around Ohio as he preached and founded churches. In 1852, the family settled in Yellow Springs, Ohio where he founded the First Christian Church, and the Second Christian Church. He was also involved in the founding of Antioch College. His papers consist primarily of letters between Derostus...
Dates:
1821-1867
Found in:
Special Collections
