{"id":1353,"date":"2015-05-29T20:09:56","date_gmt":"2015-05-29T20:09:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.archivingwheeling.org\/blog\/?p=1353"},"modified":"2015-05-29T20:09:56","modified_gmt":"2015-05-29T20:09:56","slug":"they-brought-honor-to-our-city-a-look-at-the-wheeling-hall-of-fame-past-present","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.archivingwheeling.org\/blog\/they-brought-honor-to-our-city-a-look-at-the-wheeling-hall-of-fame-past-present","title":{"rendered":"They Brought Honor to Our City: A Look at the Wheeling Hall of Fame, Past & Present"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling Hall of Fame 2015 poster, designed by Erin Rothenbuehler.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The new class of the Wheeling Hall of Fame<\/strong> will be inducted tomorrow, Saturday, May 30<\/a>, at WesBanco Arena. Tickets are still available at the box office for the 6:30 PM dinner and ceremony.<\/p>\n

To commemorate the 2015 induction, the Ohio County Public Library has, during the month of May, displayed several Hall of Fame-related artifacts from its collection and from those of its heritage partners.\u00a0<\/p>\n

When the Wheeling Civic Center (now known as WesBanco Arena) was being built in 1977, \u00a0the founders decided to include a \u201cWheeling Hall of Fame\u201d<\/strong> to honor past and present residents \u201cwho had attained considerable distinction in some specific field and thus brought honor to their home city.\u201d The City Council created a Hall of Fame Board tasked with nominating and inducting new members in six categories<\/strong>: Music and Fine Arts; Sports and Athletics; Business, Industry and Professions; Public Service; Education and Religion;<\/em> and Philanthropy<\/em>. To qualify, a person has to have lived in Wheeling for at least 15 years. The inaugural, 1980 class featured 18 inductees. Numerous others have been added in the years since, and many qualified candidates have yet to be inducted. Honoring Wheeling\u2019s finest is an ongoing process.<\/p>\n

And in case you are wondering why Wheeling legends like Betty Zane and Samuel McCulloch are not enshrined, the preamble from the Ordinance establishing the Hall of Fame provides the answer: \u201cWhile outstanding public services were rendered by our founding fathers and early citizens, these worthy deeds are recognized by historical publications and appropriately honored in other halls, museums, and memorials. Therefore, honorees in the Wheeling Hall of Fame shall be selected on the basis of accomplishments after 1863 [later amended to 1836].\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

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\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling Hall of Fame Display, Ohio County Public Library, May 2015<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A\u00a0small sampling of past inductees and related\u00a0artifacts currently on display:<\/h2>\n
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\"Harry<\/a>
Harry Hamm with Jay Rockefeller. OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Harry C. Hamm<\/h3>\n

1923 \u2013 1991
\n(PUBLIC SERVICE)<\/p>\n

\"A<\/a>
A handwritten letter from Jay Rockefeller to Harry Hamm. OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A newspaperman for 50 years, his editorials as Wheeling News-Register editor championed causes such as quality education and health care, crime control, bridge construction, urban renewal, good government, and more. Helped secure millions in funding local parks, colleges,\u00a0hospitals, cultural institutions and public\u00a0improvements. Authored WHEELING 2000\u00a0revitalization plan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Ellis<\/a>
Ellis R. Dungan. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"16<\/a>
16 mm print of Dungan\u2019s film, \u201cWheels to Progress.\u201d OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ellis R. Dungan<\/h3>\n

1909 \u2013 2001
\n(MUSIC AND FINE ARTS)<\/p>\n

His adventures in film making took this\u00a0internationally known cinematographer all\u00a0the way to India, where he spent 15 years\u00a0and became one of that country\u2019s celebrated\u00a0producers and directors. In Hollywood, he\u00a0filmed jungle adventure stories for theatre\u00a0and television. He formed his own company\u00a0to produce industrial and educational and\u00a0promotional films.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Gene<\/a>
Gene Freese. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Gene Freese<\/h3>\n

1934 \u2013 2013
\n(SPORTS AND ATHLETICS)<\/p>\n

West Liberty State College star who played\u00a012 seasons in baseball\u2019s major leagues. Third\u00a0baseman with Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis\u00a0Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago White Sox, Houston Astros and Cincinnati Reds. In 1959, he led the Phillies with 23 homers, five as pinch hitter. Key player in Reds\u2019 pennant drive in \u201861, with 87 RBIs and 26 homers. Played against Yankees in \u201861 World Series.<\/p>\n

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\"B.<\/a>
B. Walker Peterson. OCPL image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

B. Walker Peterson<\/h3>\n

1851 \u2013 1925
\n(PHILANTHROPY)<\/p>\n

A bank president and corporate builder whose\u00a0financial acumen enabled him to amass a\u00a0fortune \u2013 much of which he used to better the\u00a0city of Wheeling and lives of some of its people. His philanthropy helped establish OVGH, Wheeling Park and the Ohio County Public Library.\u00a0He donated the well-remembered statue of Ethan Allen, which stood guard in the lobby of the old library on Market Street for many years.<\/p>\n

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\"Doc<\/a>
Doc Williams (courtesy B. Smik).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Doc<\/a>
Doc Williams LP. OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Doc Williams<\/h3>\n

1914 \u2013 2011
\n(MUSIC AND FINE ARTS)<\/p>\n

Born Andrew John Smik in Cleveland Ohio, he became known to legions of country music fans as Doc Williams. Composer, stage and recording artist who made Wheeling his home when he joined The WWVA Jamboree in 1937. He and his wife, Chickie, and his band, The Border Riders, have entertained from coast to coast and in Canada and England.<\/p>\n

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\"Jesse<\/a>
Jesse Burkett (Library of Congress)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Jesse Cail Burkett<\/h3>\n

1868 \u2013 1953
\n(SPORTS AND ATHLETICS)<\/p>\n

First WV native elected to National Baseball\u00a0Hall of Fame. Batting champion of National\u00a0League three times, with major league average of .342 for 16 seasons. One of three men ever to hit over .400 three times. Played with New York Giants, Cleveland Spiders, St. Louis Browns and Boston Red Sox. Later managed in minor leagues.<\/p>\n

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\"Archibald<\/a>
Archibald Campbell. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling Intelligencer printing blocks. OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Archibald W. Campbell<\/h3>\n

1843 \u2013 1902
\n(PUBLIC SERVICE)<\/p>\n

Crusading editor of the Wheeling\u00a0Intelligencer. Campaigned vigorously on\u00a0behalf of free expression of ideas without\u00a0political censorship. He was a major influence in creating West Virginia statehood. He spoke out against slavery and was a prominent figure in nomination of Abraham Lincoln for president.<\/p>\n

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\"Alexander<\/a>
Alexander Glass in caricature. OCPl image from \u201cWest Virginians Worth While in Caricature\u201d WV Cartoon Association, 1905.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling Steel embossing stamp. OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Alexander Glass<\/h3>\n

1858 \u2013 1941
\n(BUSINESS, INDUSTRY
\nAND PROFESSIONS)<\/p>\n

Founder of Wheeling Corrugating Company\u00a0in 1890 and Wheeling Steel Corporation in\u00a01920. For half a century, a leader in the steel\u00a0industry and in the banking and business\u00a0community. During his years, the Upper Ohio\u00a0Valley became a major producer of ingots and finished steel products.<\/p>\n

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\"Earl<\/a>
Earl W. Oglebay. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Oglebay<\/a>
Oglebay Mansion tile, OCPL Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Earl W. Oglebay<\/h3>\n

1849 \u2013 1926
\n(PHILANTHROPY)<\/p>\n

Leader of the iron ore industry and founder\u00a0of an important center for scientific research.\u00a0At age 28, he become the youngest bank\u00a0president in the United States. He gave\u00a0the city of Wheeling his beautiful country\u00a0home, Waddington Farm, which became\u00a0Oglebay Park.<\/p>\n

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\"George<\/a>
George E. Stifel, Kahn Collection of Stifel photographs, Ohio County Public Library Archives.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

George E. Stifel<\/h3>\n

1849 \u2013 1931
\n(PHILANTHROPY)<\/p>\n

Department store owner and concerned\u00a0citizen, he was intensely interested in\u00a0education of young people. He left an\u00a0endowment fund to provide annual cash\u00a0awards to top-ranking students in the fifth to\u00a0twelfth grades of Wheeling public schools, as\u00a0well as scholarships for nurses.<\/p>\n

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\"Jack<\/a>
Jack Glasscock baseball card (Library of Congress)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

John Wesley Glasscock<\/h3>\n

1857 \u2013 1947
\n(SPORTS AND ATHLETICS)<\/p>\n

First West Virginian to play Major League baseball. Sports Illustrated<\/em> magazine named\u00a0him as one of the three best shortstops of\u00a0all time in 1984. Led the National League\u00a0in fielding throughout his career, hitting\u00a0in 1890, and set numerous records without\u00a0the benefit of a glove. He came home to\u00a0Wheeling to lead local team to Iron and Oil League title.<\/p>\n

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\"Rose<\/a>
Rose Gacioch. Courtesy Center for History at the Northern Indiana Historical Society.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rose M. Gacioch<\/h3>\n

1915 \u2013 2004
\n(SPORTS)<\/p>\n

Pioneer of women\u2019s professional baseball in\u00a0America. She played 11 seasons in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball\u00a0League. Beginning her career in 1944 with\u00a0the South Bend Blue Sox, she was traded to\u00a0the Rockford Peaches, which she led to three\u00a0AAGPBL titles. The versatile star played infield, outfield and pitched. During the 1951 season, she posted a 20-7 won-lost record and tossed a no-hitter. In the three-time all-star\u2019s final season, the 38-year-old batted .304 and hit 13 home runs.<\/p>\n

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\"Pressed<\/a>
Pressed glass bust of Michael Owens, embossed \u201c1859 M.J. OWENS 1923,\u201d and made by Heisey of Newark, OH for Owens Bottle Company, courtesy Harold Vitale.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Michael<\/a>
Michael Joseph Owens. Courtesy Margaret Brennan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Michael Joseph Owens<\/h3>\n

1859 \u2013 1923
\n(BUSINESS, INDUSTRY AND
\nPROFESSIONS)<\/p>\n

From humble beginnings, he achieved\u00a0extraordinary fame by revolutionizing the\u00a0glass industry. He invented the bottle making machine in 1903, and his name is on 49 patents relating to glass. His outstanding accomplishments are recognized throughout\u00a0the world, and the encyclopedia pays tribute\u00a0to him as an inventor, entrepreneur and\u00a0outstanding businessman.<\/p>\n

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\"Bishop<\/a>
Bishop Swint\u2019s Episcopal gloves, circa 1930s-1950s. Courtesy Archives of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Most<\/a>
Most Rev. John J. Swint, D.D. Courtesy, Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Most Rev. John J.\u00a0Swint, D.D.<\/h3>\n

1879 \u2013 1962
\n(EDUCATION AND RELIGION)<\/p>\n

Bishop of the Diocese of Wheeling for 40 years. Leader in education and religion. Directed an expansive building program of churches, schools and hospitals. Founder of Wheeling College. Named Archbishop by Pope Pius XII in 1954 on his fiftieth anniversary as a priest.<\/p>\n

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Introducing the Class of 2015<\/h2>\n
\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling Hall of Fame, Class of 2015<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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\"Mary<\/a>
Mary Elizabeth Fassig Keyser. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Mary Elizabeth Fassig Keyser<\/h3>\n

1905 \u2013 1986
\n(MUSIC AND FINE ARTS)<\/p>\n

Known simply as \u201cMiss Fassig,\u201d she began her career in New York City, where she performed in vaudeville, before returning home to Wheeling and establishing Fassig School of the Dance. She trained thousands in dance, stage presence and poise. Her students performed throughout the Ohio Valley, on the Capitol Theatre stage, television, and other venues. She was choreographer for Linsly School and West Liberty State College. Demanding and professional, a number of her students became New York City Rockettes. Others made their mark in various ways, including NFL Hall of Fame kicker Lou \u201cThe Toe\u201d Groza, WV Music Hall of Fame honoree and game show host Peter Marshall, and his sister actress Joanne Dru.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Dr.<\/a>
Dr. Art Rybeck. Courtesy the Rybeck family.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Dr.<\/a>
Dr. Art Rybeck working. Courtesy the Rybeck family.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dr. Arthur Rybeck<\/h3>\n

1923 \u2013 2008
\n(PHILANTHROPY)<\/p>\n

This Triadelphia High School graduate was a devoted proponent of new approaches to community health and nutrition, particularly as it related to dentistry. He attended West Virginia University followed by military service in World War II and then the University of Pennsylvania, School of Dental Medicine, on the GI Bill. In 1998, he founded the Viewpoint Dental Clinic at the lodge on his New Dawn Farm in Triadelphia. On each Saturday, until the day before he died, he and his volunteer assistants provided free dental services to those who otherwise could not afford the service. A lifelong supporter of numerous charitable organizations, state tax reform also was an enduring passion for this \u201cDental Farmer.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Clyde<\/a>
Clyde Campbell. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Clyde D. Campbell<\/h3>\n

1930 \u2013
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Scientist, educator, wellness advocate, and civic activist, he served the Wheeling environs as president of West Liberty State College, president of the Ohio County Board of Education, president of the Ohio County Heart Association, Sunday School teacher at Warwood United Methodist Church for 56 years, co-chair of Warwood\u2019s Garden Park Improvement Association, a founder of the Warwood High School Alumni Association, past president of the West Liberty Alumni Association, and a member of the Board of Directors for Habitat for Humanity \u2013 Wheeling Area. Earning his doctorate in biochemistry at West Virginia University, he holds 31 national and international patents. His research explores possible use of synthetic livestock feed as a solution to world hunger.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Susan<\/a>
Susan Cox Hogan. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Susan Cox Hogan<\/h3>\n

19 \u2013
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Known for championing social justice and the arts at all levels, she and husband, Bill, became Peace Corps volunteers in Benin, West Africa. She was executive director, Wheeling YWCA, when it earned a national Racial Justice Award. As a Benedum Fellow she mentored other WV YWCAs. Named delegate to the Conference on Women in Beijing and to the historic Presidents\u2019 Summit in Philadelphia. In WV, she served the community service commission, Public Broadcasting, Music Hall of Fame, and as Commissioner for the Arts. Local volunteer for Youth Services System, Grow Ohio Valley, Mayor\u2019s Arts and Cultural Commission, Re-Invent Wheeling. Recipient of the city\u2019s first Community Spirit Award, she also was executive director, Wheeling Symphony Orchestra, for 17 years.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Allan<\/a>
Allan Connolly. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Allan Connolly<\/h3>\n

1944 \u2013
\n(EDUCATION AND RELIGION)<\/p>\n

This long-time educator began his career in Ohio County Schools in 1965, teaching at Clay Junior High where he also served as a basketball coach. When Wheeling Park High School opened in 1976, he followed his students to teach and coach there. One year later, he was appointed assistant principal, serving for the next 22 years. He formally ended his career with Ohio County Schools in 1999, completing 34 years of teaching, encouraging, and guiding students to successful lives. An inductee to the West Virginia All-Black Schools Sports Association Hall of Fame for lifetime achievement, he continues to impact the lives of Ohio County students through his tireless efforts to provide scholarships and other opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"John<\/a>
John B. \u201cJay\u201d Handlan. Courtesy Handlan family.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

John B. \u201cJay\u201d Handlan<\/h3>\n
\"John<\/a>
John B. \u201cJay\u201d Handlan. Courtesy Handlan family.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

1928-2013
\n(SPORTS AND ATHLETICS)<\/p>\n

This Triadelphia High School graduate became one of the most prolific scorers in major college history. Starting four seasons at Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Va., he earned honors as a junior in 1951 before becoming the third major college player to score over 2,000 points with 2,002. He scored a school, and Southern Conference, record 66 points, 49 in the first half, vs. Furman while attempting an NCAA record 71 goals. He led the nation in free throw shooting in 1951 while setting an NCAA mark of 18-for-18 vs. Virginia. Punted for the football team and had a Cleveland Browns\u2019 tryout. An NBA draftee, he played four seasons with Akron in the National Industrial Basketball League, earning All-Star in 1954.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Vance<\/a>
Vance Church. OCPL image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"James<\/a>
James Nelson Vance. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

James Nelson Vance<\/h3>\n

1829-1913
\n(BUSINESS, INDUSTRY, AND PROFESSIONS)<\/p>\n

Known as one of Wheeling\u2019s \u201cCaptains of Industry,\u201d James Nelson Vance started in the iron and hardware business at age 24, later manufacturing railroad spikes and iron during the Civil War. After the war, his Riverside Iron Works\u2019 capacity grew to an amazing 10,000 kegs of nails per week. In 1884, the state\u2019s first Bessemer converter began operation at the Wheeling plant, marking the birth of the steel industry in West Virginia. The tube works at Riverside manufactured steel steam, gas, and water pipes, with products sold to every civilized country in the world. Vance\u2019s philanthropy included Wheeling\u2019s YMCA, YWCA, Ohio Valley General Hospital, and Vance Memorial Presbyterian Church, built in memory of his parents.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Billy<\/a>
Billy Cox. Courtesy Wheeling HOF.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Billy Cox<\/h3>\n

1941 \u2013
\n(MUSIC AND FINE ARTS)<\/p>\n

\"Cox<\/a>
Cox with Jimi Hendrix in the Band of Gypsys.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This bass player has a permanent place in the history of rock \u2018n\u2019 roll. Synonymous with almost any reference to Jimi Hendrix, their pairing as musicians truly can be described as legendary. Billy performed with some of the most prominent blues and R&B acts of the day in the 1960s, culminating with the closing set with Jimi on the storied stage at Woodstock. Cox has been inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville and the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame. A producer of blues and gospel shows, he has co-authored books, performed on television, and continues to tour as the only surviving member of both The Jimi Hendrix Experience and the Band of Gypsys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\"Frederick<\/a>
Frederick Faris. OCPL image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Wheeling<\/a>
Wheeling High School was designed by Faris. OCPL postcard.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Frederick Faris<\/h3>\n

1870-1927
\n(BUSINESS, INDUSTRY, AND PROFESSIONS)<\/p>\n

Called the dean of Wheeling\u2019s architecture, he was educated in the city\u2019s public schools but had no formal training in his chosen field. After studying art in Chicago and New York, he returned to Wheeling and, armed with a natural ability, became a draftsman. Practiced his trade initially with a partner (Millard Giesey) and then worked alone for the last 20 years of his career. He served a term in the state Legislature, continuing his public service by donating his services to design public buildings, including Wheeling and Triadelphia high schools. He designed the longest (Market Auditorium) and the tallest (Schmulbach Building) structures in the state at the time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Visit the Wheeling Hall of Fame page on the Ohio County Public Library\u2019s web site, HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Read Steve Novotney\u2019s Weelunk<\/a> article on the new class, HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Many thanks to this month\u2019s Heritage Partners: Mr. Harold Vitale<\/strong> and the Archives of the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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