tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.comments2024-01-29T11:21:43.541-06:00Old One Room SchoolsGlenn E. Chatfieldhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comBlogger59125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-80707080695495037222024-01-28T17:49:28.732-06:002024-01-28T17:49:28.732-06:00I love local history and drove by recently. It...I love local history and drove by recently. It's still standing but grows more dilapidated and overgrown. I wonder - if it is listed an the National Registry of Historic Places, perhaps West Chicago (who owns the property) might be convinced to take care of the property. West Chicago for years was known as a street gang infested town. Yet they longed to be like Naperville, with an interesting history and people eager to live there. This school is on Roosevelt Road, a main road through West Chicago. Spending money to improve and maintain it would give West Chicago the look of a historical town (like Naperville) that embraces its history. I found the following about the property being on the National Registry of Historic Places that might convince West Chicago to start taking responsibility:<br /><br />Listing a property on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in the United States can offer various benefits to property owners and the community. The National Register is the official list of properties recognized for their historical significance and is administered by the National Park Service. Here are some key benefits:<br /><br />Historical Recognition: The primary benefit is the recognition of a property's historical significance. Listing on the National Register acknowledges the property's contribution to the nation's history, culture, and heritage.<br />Preservation Incentives: Property owners of National Register-listed properties may be eligible for certain federal and state tax incentives to support the preservation and rehabilitation of historic structures. These incentives can include tax credits for rehabilitation expenses.<br />Access to Grants and Funding: Being listed on the National Register can make property owners eligible for grants and funding opportunities from various sources, including government agencies and nonprofit organizations dedicated to historic preservation.<br />Public Awareness and Promotion: National Register listing increases public awareness of the historical significance of a property. This recognition can lead to increased tourism, community interest, and local pride.<br />Heritage Tourism: Historic properties often attract heritage tourism. Visitors interested in history and culture may be drawn to National Register-listed properties, contributing to the local economy.<br />Educational and Interpretive Opportunities: National Register listing can open doors to educational and interpretive opportunities. Property owners may collaborate with local historical societies, schools, and other institutions to provide educational programs and interpretive materials about the property's history.<br />Protection Under Federal and State Laws: National Register listing does not impose restrictions on private property owners, but it can provide protection under federal and state preservation laws. For example, federal agencies must consider the impact on listed properties when planning projects that could affect historic resources.<br />Enhanced Property Value: Some studies suggest that being listed on the National Register may positively impact property values. The historical significance and unique character of a listed property can make it more attractive to certain buyers.<br />Community Pride and Identity: National Register-listed properties contribute to a community's sense of pride and identity. They are integral to preserving the cultural heritage and character of a region.<br />Documentation and Research Opportunities: Listing on the National Register encourages the documentation and research of a property's history. This process can uncover valuable information about the property and its role in the community.<br />It's important to note that while the National Register listing provides recognition and potential benefits, it does not impose strict restrictions on what property owners can do with their properties. Preservation efforts often involve collaboration between property owners, preservationists, and local communities to balance the protection of historic resources with property owner rights and needs.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-91432240084588961172021-01-20T12:46:43.884-06:002021-01-20T12:46:43.884-06:00I love being the schoolteacher for field trips and...I love being the schoolteacher for field trips and events.<br />Richardhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16663087713870220794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-55660738515548180822020-02-03T17:37:27.949-06:002020-02-03T17:37:27.949-06:00Good luck Fergie I hope you succeeded lots of hist...Good luck Fergie I hope you succeeded lots of history in that tiny school.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17443117538969776268noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-39643188339738180792020-02-01T08:40:36.553-06:002020-02-01T08:40:36.553-06:00We have established the McAuley School Restoration...We have established the McAuley School Restoration Initiative, a non profit<br />with a 501C3 Awaiting State of Illinois approval. We will soon be starting a go fund me page to Rescue Renovate and Restore McAuley School.<br />Just finalizing some details with The West Chicago Historical Society, the City and Dist 33 so we can take possession of the building and land.<br />****Please watch our Facebook page and help us save this piece of history.<br />It is one of only two buildings in West Chicago on the National Registry of Historic Places...but also on the Most Endangered Historic Places list<br />We used to live in Geneva, and passed this school often. It is located west of West Chicago on Illinois Route 38 (Roosevelt Rd), south side...<br />Fergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-54066409079010164302018-09-03T12:50:57.608-05:002018-09-03T12:50:57.608-05:00Hello Fergie,
Yes I would love to hear what transp...Hello Fergie,<br />Yes I would love to hear what transpires with you meetings.<br />We had a group that went through this already and did not get any results. So hopefully you have better luck.<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05433527021010661847noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-66680408080862291842018-08-31T08:31:23.638-05:002018-08-31T08:31:23.638-05:00Hello. We are making an effort to rescue and resto...Hello. We are making an effort to rescue and restore McAuley School in West Chicago Il. We need to honor the gift of Farmer McAuley and the years of dedication of Faye Stone and the good works of Dist 27. I am meeting with City Council 9/4/18 and Dist 33 on 9/6/18. Interested in the outcome?Fergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-39191512687702650942018-08-27T20:41:20.388-05:002018-08-27T20:41:20.388-05:00Am working with historical museum among other prin...Am working with historical museum among other principles to rescue and restore McAuley School. McAuley School and the historical museum are the only 2 bldgs in West Chicago that are on the National Registry. Watch for a website a FB page and a go fund me page. Fergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-73466747691602221172018-08-27T20:32:51.148-05:002018-08-27T20:32:51.148-05:00Contact me at myfirst1 @hotmail com. We are going ...Contact me at myfirst1 @hotmail com. We are going to try to save McAuley SchoolFergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-29721128355448787102018-08-27T20:29:35.708-05:002018-08-27T20:29:35.708-05:00Contact me at myfirst1 @hotmail.com we are going t...Contact me at myfirst1 @hotmail.com we are going to try to save McAuley SchoolFergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-19944084834000561442018-08-27T20:27:40.245-05:002018-08-27T20:27:40.245-05:00We are going to create a dialogue with the Dist. W...We are going to create a dialogue with the Dist. We are going to rescue restore McAuley School and make it into a living history museum. We are going to try. Watch for a website a FB page and a go fund me page. Fergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-7704445298380775412018-08-27T20:15:45.979-05:002018-08-27T20:15:45.979-05:00Contact me at myfirst1@hotmail.com . we are organi...Contact me at myfirst1@hotmail.com . we are organizing a group to save McAuley School and restore to operating living history museum. Lets talkFergiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12912181103663332767noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-79503010614777072582018-08-01T00:06:47.284-05:002018-08-01T00:06:47.284-05:00Historical land Mark 1986.Historial society has dr...Historical land Mark 1986.Historial society has dropped the ballAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06801201838405289279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-30782644798728404642017-11-27T08:13:43.263-06:002017-11-27T08:13:43.263-06:00Mrs. Stone died last week (11/21/17) in DeKalb at ...Mrs. Stone died last week (11/21/17) in DeKalb at the age of 88.WebDebhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11032730199357448100noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-30455639285592006142017-02-01T13:43:15.413-06:002017-02-01T13:43:15.413-06:00Hi Jim,
You certainly may use our photos. Just b...Hi Jim,<br /><br />You certainly may use our photos. Just be sure to give credit. :)Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-66972544040017100432017-02-01T09:25:29.926-06:002017-02-01T09:25:29.926-06:00Hello. I am Jim Winter, Communication manager for ...Hello. I am Jim Winter, Communication manager for The Galena Territory Association. May I have permission to use one of your photos of Belden School? Let me know. Thanks.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01863101173805742514noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-91856611520421509852015-06-26T15:07:12.087-05:002015-06-26T15:07:12.087-05:00when I went there, it did not have the cement step...when I went there, it did not have the cement steps, and railing. there were wood steps, and the teacher would stand on the top step. and ring a bell for us to come in. in the winter it would still be dark when we got to school. the teacher had a kerosene lamp on her desk until it was light enough to see well . the school board had coal delivered for the stove. but it always ran out before warm weather came, then the dads would supply the coal. everyone wanted the desks close to the stove.jan recardonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-52874113545386911472015-06-26T14:39:39.310-05:002015-06-26T14:39:39.310-05:00Hi Jan,
We live in eastern Iowa. We just take ph...Hi Jan,<br /><br />We live in eastern Iowa. We just take photos of old country schools as a hobby. The article above tells how we came across this one.<br /><br />If you look at the labels on the right side of this post, you will see all the states in which we've photographed schools other than Iowa. Also on the right side you will see a link to our blog with the Iowa schools we've photographed.<br /><br />We do enjoy history!Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-68952754910266751832015-06-26T14:16:36.297-05:002015-06-26T14:16:36.297-05:00hi, glen, I do not know when it closed. we left t...hi, glen, I do not know when it closed. we left there in '46. there was no electricity or water. we had a pump , and the older kids took turns every morning to bring in a bucket of water. it had a long handled dipper, and we all used the same dipper to drink from. ugh!!! after lunch the kids that had horses would go down to the barn to feed and water the horses. that was a wonderful time. we moved into town{Omaha} and I was never that happy again. do you live near Ashland? it's nice to talk with someone who appreciates local history. wishing you and yours the best.jan recardonoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-64773127229840092852015-06-26T09:29:09.854-05:002015-06-26T09:29:09.854-05:00Hi Janet!
So can you provide information about wh...Hi Janet!<br /><br />So can you provide information about when it was built, when it closed, it's name, etc?<br /><br />Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-51017173756427670152015-06-25T20:36:03.107-05:002015-06-25T20:36:03.107-05:00I went this school in 1945. I was in 2nd grade. t...I went this school in 1945. I was in 2nd grade. there were about 10 or 12 kids in 1st. thru 8th grade. there was a barn down the small hill to the right of the picture. because some of us rode or horse or ponies to school. the dads took turns dropping off a bale of hay for the horses my name was janet adams. anyone who remembers us, please contact me. 253 847 3373 jan rcardo 4312 293 st. ct. east. graham wa. 98338.janet adamsnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-87242299094039952902015-03-23T18:15:27.357-05:002015-03-23T18:15:27.357-05:00Anonymous,
I can't help you, but perhaps some...Anonymous, <br />I can't help you, but perhaps someone reading this article may be able to help you.Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-47217857055553671222015-03-23T17:28:10.869-05:002015-03-23T17:28:10.869-05:00On a different school, has anyone ever heard of a ...On a different school, has anyone ever heard of a one room school that I've heard called Hammond, Greek, or District 8? It was on Smith Road in St. Charles, Illinois right across from WalMart. Especially would love to see pictures of it. I grew up in the building long after it was made into a house. It was razed about 1998 for widening Smith Road. Thank you for any info! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-88835431303532280502015-01-04T18:27:14.484-06:002015-01-04T18:27:14.484-06:00Linda,
Thank you so much for alerting us to this...Linda, <br /><br />Thank you so much for alerting us to this school, and thank you for letting us know about its destruction. Do you know about when it happened?Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-41200420115250882382015-01-04T18:17:46.836-06:002015-01-04T18:17:46.836-06:00Thank you so much for this page. I am the person ...Thank you so much for this page. I am the person who told you about this school that day you were at the hotel in Nebraska City. Just wanted to let you know that it has been torn down. Very sad day. Lots of great memories there. Many people in my family attended school here. Again thank you for saving these memories!!<br />Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00437515233886830754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4386528201967283672.post-70989704557225178082014-12-19T18:34:51.449-06:002014-12-19T18:34:51.449-06:00Thanks for adding your memories!Thanks for adding your memories!Glenn E. Chatfieldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04117405535707961903noreply@blogger.com