Abraham Gish House
| Abraham Gish House | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Address | 246 East Sunset Drive at Shinersburg Hill |
| Town or city | Rittman |
| Country | USA |
Comprehensive History
Located on the south side of E. Sunset Dr. at the top of Shinersburg Hill in Rittman, this brick home was built by Abraham Gish, a master builder, cabinet maker, and contractor around 1875 and was an example of the craftsmanship of local 19th century builders. Gish, a descendant of Jacob Gish, planned the structure to be part of an estate, which included the land where Rittman's American Legion Hall now stands. The house and grounds were considered a showplace during the Gish occupancy. Byron Gish was the last of the family to live in the home, which passed out of the family's hands in the 1920s.[1]
Timeline
- 1875: Built by Abraham Gish
- 1920s: House passes out of the Gish Family
Owners
- 1875-192?: Abraham Gish Family and descendants
- 1975: Mr. and Mrs. John E. Pertee
Tenants
Historical documents
Newspaper articles
Notes
Photographs
"Rittman's History Behind Closed Doors," Daily Record, Sept. 27, 1975, p.16
Photo of Abraham Gish House from Daily Record, Sept. 27, 1975, p.16.
Wayne County Recorder Property Transfers
References
- ↑ Daily Record, Sept. 27, 1975, p.16