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[[File:340-NBeverSt.jpg|thumbnail|The house at 340 [[N. Bever St., Wooster, Ohio|N. Bever St.]] was built between 1858-1868 by Charles Gasche. Photograph by S. Zimmerman]] | [[File:340-NBeverSt.jpg|thumbnail|The house at 340 [[N. Bever St., Wooster, Ohio|N. Bever St.]] was built between 1858-1868 by Charles Gasche. Photograph by S. Zimmerman]] | ||
| − | The house located at 340 N. Bever St. holds the distinction of being the first house built along the Historic Founders' Row section of N. Bever St. by Charles Gasche sometime between 1858 to 1868. It is registered on the National Register of Historic Places: reference number 88003192. The Gasche family lived in the house until 1905. Charles Gasche was a | + | The house located at 340 N. Bever St. holds the distinction of being the first house built along the Historic Founders' Row section of N. Bever St. by Charles Gasche sometime between 1858 to 1868. It is registered on the National Register of Historic Places: reference number 88003192. The Charles Gasche family lived in the house until 1905. |
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| + | Charles Gasche was born in Wetzlar, Kingdom of Prussia, June 10, 1810. His father was a surgeon in his native land, and was also named Charles, sometimes refered to as Karl Gasche, and was married to Catherine Eisengarth. Dr. Charles Gasche came with his family to America in June, 1833, locating first in York, Penn., then moved to Holmes County, Ohio arriving in October of 1835 and located on an 80-acre farm which his sons helped to clear. Dr. Charles Gasche and his wife Catherine had at least seven children: | ||
| + | * William H. GASCHE | ||
| + | * Gotlieb GASCHE b: 1816 in Prussia | ||
| + | * George GASCHE b: 1 May 1819 in Wetzlar, Prussia | ||
| + | * Conrad GASCHE | ||
| + | * Mary GASCHE | ||
| + | * Philip Jacob GASCHE b: 1807 in Wetzlar, Prussia | ||
| + | * <strong>Charles GASCHE</strong> b: 10 Jun 1810 in Wetzlar, Prussia | ||
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| + | Charles Gasche was a master carpenter, well known for creating beautiful stairs, living in Wooster, Ohio with his wife Barbara and children: | ||
| + | * Catherine | ||
| + | * Charles C. Gasche | ||
| + | * Frederick Gasche | ||
| + | * Julius Gasche | ||
| + | * Annetta Gasche | ||
The Gasche House has a unique architectural history. It is a fine example of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Jackson_Downing Downing] ideal identifiable by the center gabled roof and Greek cross layout. The foundation is comprised of smooth ashlar with cut stone. The double hung windows have segmental lintels and plain lug sills. Brackets not common to other homes of this time period, appear in the caves of the center gable. The center front gable, projecting bay, and steeply pitched roof are very Gothic while the arch windows, arch doorway, window crowns and brackets under the gable are Italianate. The barn in the rear was reportedly used as a printing shop for Wooster's first newspaper. | The Gasche House has a unique architectural history. It is a fine example of the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Andrew_Jackson_Downing Downing] ideal identifiable by the center gabled roof and Greek cross layout. The foundation is comprised of smooth ashlar with cut stone. The double hung windows have segmental lintels and plain lug sills. Brackets not common to other homes of this time period, appear in the caves of the center gable. The center front gable, projecting bay, and steeply pitched roof are very Gothic while the arch windows, arch doorway, window crowns and brackets under the gable are Italianate. The barn in the rear was reportedly used as a printing shop for Wooster's first newspaper. | ||
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The [https://archive.org/details/commemorativebio00jh Commemorative Biographical Record of Wayne County, Ohio], published in 1889 stated that Mr. Gasche is self made. He was enterprising, and stated with determination to succeed. He made a marked success, and today is one of the best known and highly respected citizens of Wayne County, in whose advancement he has been a potent factor. | The [https://archive.org/details/commemorativebio00jh Commemorative Biographical Record of Wayne County, Ohio], published in 1889 stated that Mr. Gasche is self made. He was enterprising, and stated with determination to succeed. He made a marked success, and today is one of the best known and highly respected citizens of Wayne County, in whose advancement he has been a potent factor. | ||
| − | In 1905 the home was sold to John W. Ames and the front porch was added. The elderly Miss Ames lived in the home until 1985. In 1984, James and Jo Howey purchased the house. In 158 years there have been only 5 owners: Charles Gasche, John W. Ames, James and | + | In 1905 the home was sold to John W. Ames and the front porch was added. The elderly Miss Ames lived in the home until 1985. In 1984, James and Jo Howey purchased the house. In 158 years there have been only 5 owners: Charles Gasche, John W. Ames, James and Josephine Howey, John and Lauresa Durham, and Marsha Blum. The Howeys opened the home as a Bed and Breakfast in 1986 and it is still operating as such to this day. |
-<em>Information provided by: Historic Founders' Row Association</em> | -<em>Information provided by: Historic Founders' Row Association</em> | ||
Revision as of 09:35, 13 March 2015
The house located at 340 N. Bever St. holds the distinction of being the first house built along the Historic Founders' Row section of N. Bever St. by Charles Gasche sometime between 1858 to 1868. It is registered on the National Register of Historic Places: reference number 88003192. The Charles Gasche family lived in the house until 1905.
Charles Gasche was born in Wetzlar, Kingdom of Prussia, June 10, 1810. His father was a surgeon in his native land, and was also named Charles, sometimes refered to as Karl Gasche, and was married to Catherine Eisengarth. Dr. Charles Gasche came with his family to America in June, 1833, locating first in York, Penn., then moved to Holmes County, Ohio arriving in October of 1835 and located on an 80-acre farm which his sons helped to clear. Dr. Charles Gasche and his wife Catherine had at least seven children:
- William H. GASCHE
- Gotlieb GASCHE b: 1816 in Prussia
- George GASCHE b: 1 May 1819 in Wetzlar, Prussia
- Conrad GASCHE
- Mary GASCHE
- Philip Jacob GASCHE b: 1807 in Wetzlar, Prussia
- Charles GASCHE b: 10 Jun 1810 in Wetzlar, Prussia
Charles Gasche was a master carpenter, well known for creating beautiful stairs, living in Wooster, Ohio with his wife Barbara and children:
- Catherine
- Charles C. Gasche
- Frederick Gasche
- Julius Gasche
- Annetta Gasche
The Gasche House has a unique architectural history. It is a fine example of the Downing ideal identifiable by the center gabled roof and Greek cross layout. The foundation is comprised of smooth ashlar with cut stone. The double hung windows have segmental lintels and plain lug sills. Brackets not common to other homes of this time period, appear in the caves of the center gable. The center front gable, projecting bay, and steeply pitched roof are very Gothic while the arch windows, arch doorway, window crowns and brackets under the gable are Italianate. The barn in the rear was reportedly used as a printing shop for Wooster's first newspaper.
The Commemorative Biographical Record of Wayne County, Ohio, published in 1889 stated that Mr. Gasche is self made. He was enterprising, and stated with determination to succeed. He made a marked success, and today is one of the best known and highly respected citizens of Wayne County, in whose advancement he has been a potent factor.
In 1905 the home was sold to John W. Ames and the front porch was added. The elderly Miss Ames lived in the home until 1985. In 1984, James and Jo Howey purchased the house. In 158 years there have been only 5 owners: Charles Gasche, John W. Ames, James and Josephine Howey, John and Lauresa Durham, and Marsha Blum. The Howeys opened the home as a Bed and Breakfast in 1986 and it is still operating as such to this day.
-Information provided by: Historic Founders' Row Association
Wayne County Recorder Property Transfers
- 1814: John Bever To John Sloane Vol. 1 p.131 R13, T15, S4 PSE (later numbered Lots 11 & 13) $800
- 1856: R.B. Stibbs (Executor for John Sloane Estate) To Christian Eyster Vol. 46 p.537 Old Lot No. 13 $334 at Public Auction
- 1857: Christian Eyster To John A. Anderson Vol. 46 p.539 Old Lot No. 13 $400
- 1858: John A. Anderson To Charles Gasche* Vol. 48 p.397 Part of Old Lot No. 13 $500
* Note: The Recorders Index misidentifies Charles as "Christ Gasche" but it is "Charles Gasche" on actual Deed of Record. The deed also explains that Old Lot No. 13 (Sloane's Lot) was subdivided into seven parcels by John Anderson and Charles Gasche bought parcel number 7.
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4 | 5 | 6 | B E V E R |
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Furthermore, in 1871 Charles Gasche made an official agreement with the City of Wooster to grant the City with the privilege of keeping and maintaining the reservoir erected by the City on Gasche's premises on the east side of N. Buckeye street and in return Gasche had the privilege to tap water pipes or supply of water, by any means, at any quantity he desires on the premises occupied by Gasche on the west side of N. Bever street for as long as the City continues to conduct such supply of water along N. Bever street. Perpetual free water for Gasche, heirs, and assigns.--Reference: Record of Leases Vol. 1 p.382-383
- 1905: Charles Gasche Executor etal To John W. Ames Vol. 152 p.33 (1870 Renumbered) Lot 1616 $4,000
- 1984: Ames To James Howey, Jo Howey