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Line 131: − − − ==Newspaper Article Citations== − <!--[[User:Merlin/spellbook/newspapers]]--> − {{Creston Journal article − | title = Charged With Violating White Slaw Law − | year = 1921 − | month = 08 − | day = 08 − | page = {{Cite page|123}} − | section = S − | − }} − − ==Newspaper Clippings/Full Text== − ===Obituary - Mrs. Deborah Harris=== − * Obituary: Mrs. Deborah Harris − Deborah {{Surname|Harris}}, only daughter of Charles and Ann {{Surname|Porter}}, was born in Weltshire, England, Dec. 1, 1845. − − At the age of four years she came with her parents to Seville Station, later called Creston where she recided with her parents until April 9, 1868, when she was united in marriage to Allen W. {{Surname|Harris}} at Seville, Ohio., by Rev. {{Surname|Noyes}}, pastor of the Presbyterian Church. They went at once to Catawba Island making their home there for eleven years, then going to Cleveland for a while, later returning to Creston and in 1889 erected the Arcade Hotel, which has been their home every since. − − To this union four children were born, one dying in infancy. Those who survive their mother are Mrs. J. F. {{Surname|Donahue}} of Cleveland, Mrs. Wm. {{Surname|Davidson}} of Akron and Joe {{Surname|Harris}} at home. − − She departed this life at Creston, June 6, 1922 aged 76 years, 6 months and 5 days. − − Mrs. Harris was one of the pioneers at Creston, and a life long member of the Presbyterian Church which she attended until failing health prevents. − − Her genial disposition and kindly acts gave her a large place in the hearts of many. Her hospitality was enjoyed by the children a well as the adults, this testimony is borne of her, 'She truly was the children's friend.' − − As landlady of the Arcade Hotel she acquired a large circle of constant friends. − − She was a kind appreciative affectionate devoted wife and mother and this was reciprocated as was evidenced in the ministry of love during the years of failing health, every wish of wife and mother was granted as far as possible. She was a long though patient sufferer. − − She leaves to mourn their loss a devoted, patient and loving husband and children besides a host of friends. − − The funeral services were held from her late home. Rev. H. G. {{Surname|Southern}} officiating and burial was made in the Seville cemetery. − − All things are changing here. The smiles of love we gaze on. The friends we hold so dear. <ref>Creston Journal, Creston, Ohio. 1922 June 14, p. 4.</ref> − − ===Mrs. Rebman's Sudden Death=== − * Mrs. Rebman's Sudden Death: Was a Shock to Her Many Creston Friends − Mrs. Lee {{Surname|Rebman}}, for many years connected with the Arcade Hotel, died at her home in Cleveland, Saturday morning of heart trouble. <ref>Creston Journal, Creston, Ohio. 1914 March 4, p. 1.</ref> − − Mrs. Rebman was feeling better than usual when she retired Friday night, about 5 o'clock Saturday morning Mr. Rebman awoke and noticed that she was breathing hard. He got up to turn on the light and before he could get to her she was dead. − − Mrs. Rebman leaves many friends in Wayne and Medina counties who will be sorry to learn of her death. − − The funeral was held at Seville, on Tuesday, Rev. {{Surname|Knatt}} officiating. Interment was made in Mound Hill Cemetery.
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Al Harris came down from Seville in the late 1890's and built the Arcade Hotel. This was the most imposing building around and surely promised to be a great boon for Creston. But there was a great deal of rivalry between Al Harris and Mr. Moorehead, who had the hotel across the track from the Erie Railroad.
Mr. Harris, had for a while a horse-drawn carriage or dray, which could transport a salesman and his baggage if he so wished-- but Mr. Moorehead had the advantage of having rooms right by the track. As long as Mr. Moorehead was in business-- Al Harris tried every way he could to outdo him. He had for a time a surrey, which would carry four people and a rack on the top for baggage! This was quite popular with travelers-- but young men around town and loafers especially made such jokes about Al's surrey that he was forced to abandon it in the early teens. At about that time, Joe was big enough to negotiate a wheelbarrow-- so it had to take the place of the larger vehicle.
At one time, Harris and his son, Joe had a song about the Arcade Hotel. My mother used to sing it to us, but I only remember part of it "27 rooms, all heat by hot air, good rooms, good breakfast, but biscuit cutter and a pancake turner-- and hot coffee too!!
Mrs. Harris seemed to be a quit, dignified lady, who would set on the front porch to attract customers, I believe. Daughter Minnie had gone to Cleveland to work-- I can't recall her married name,-- so the Harris people hired cooks.
I remember being in the Arcade Hotel twice. A woman died there-- (I don't think she was a Creston woman), her funeral was there and our Presbyterian Minister officiated. A quartet of women from our church sang and I was asked to play the piano. I was just a young girl, not in high school, but my mother said I could, so I did. This funeral was in a room that the Harris family called their own sitting room and we had to go through the hotel office or lounge. I was much impressed, then later, I went with my father when he was called to do some carpenter work. I can remember being upstairs in a long hall, doors were open and I was greatly surprised to see how small the rooms were.
As automobiles came into more common use, people did not need to stay over night in a small town like Creston. The Arcade was closed as a Hotel for some years. Finally, when the old folks began to "fail" -- daughter Minnie came down from Cleveland and tried to revive business! She had some permanent roomers, but wasn't successful in operating a hotel, as such! Her personality and way of living did not appeal to Creston people, and certainly was not the type that could operate a successful business. During prohibition, Minnie made use of her many rooms to entertain "friends" from Cleveland. She "entertained" quite lavishly, but not in the custom Creston people were accustomed to. Booze flowed and several neighbors found it necessary to call in officers to investigate. However, Minnie and Joe managed to get along for several years with a small amount of help.
Finally the Hotel was sold to the Marcum family. I believe there was a brief time when someone tried to revive the hotel. Creston people were glad to welcome the Marcums, with their ten children. They came from West Virginia and were a fine group of young citizens. I only got to know 3 or 4 children, because of their interest in the library books. Lloyd was my favorite and it was he who fell down the library steps and broke his leg. It wasn't long after when he came "crawling" back up the stairs to get more books. I watched Lloyd's progress through the years and was happy to know that he went through [[College of Wooster|Wooster College]]-- has been in the insurance business for a number of years. <ref>Memories of Creston. by Dorothy Fay Grunder. February 2003.</ref>
The Arcade Hotel was built in 1899 by Allen W. Harris. It was sold in 1907 to Mr. Levi "Lee" Henry Rebman. Mr. Rebman managed the hotel until 1913. In 1914, Allen Harris repurchased the hotel. After Mr. Harris' passing, the hotel was passed down to his children: Joe, Hattie and Minnie.
The Arcade Hotel was built in 1899 by Allen W. Harris. It was sold in 1907 to Mr. Levi "Lee" Henry Rebman. Mr. Rebman managed the hotel until 1913. In 1914, Allen Harris repurchased the hotel. After Mr. Harris' passing, the hotel was passed down to his children: Joe, Hattie and Minnie.
* 1920 - May 26, Harry Tanner and wife took dinner with the Harris family at the Arcade Sunday. Mrs. Cella Sexton, who has been at the Arcade Hotel since last February caring for Mrs. A. W. Harris left for her home in Philadelphia, Pa. today.
* 1920 - May 26, Harry Tanner and wife took dinner with the Harris family at the Arcade Sunday. Mrs. Cella Sexton, who has been at the Arcade Hotel since last February caring for Mrs. A. W. Harris left for her home in Philadelphia, Pa. today.
* 1922 - October 6, Allen W. Harris, 74, proprietor of the Arcade Hotel. Creston, and well-known in Medina County, especially in the southern part, died Sunday after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services were held Wednesday with interment at Seville, where he formerly lived. <ref>Medina County Gazette, Medina, Ohio. 1922 October 6, p. 1.</ref>
* 1922 - October 6, Allen W. Harris, 74, proprietor of the Arcade Hotel. Creston, and well-known in Medina County, especially in the southern part, died Sunday after an illness of several weeks. Funeral services were held Wednesday with interment at Seville, where he formerly lived. <ref>Medina County Gazette, Medina, Ohio. 1922 October 6, p. 1.</ref>
===1940s - The James Marcum family Owned Building Converting it To Accommodation===
===1940s - The James Marcum family Owned Building Converting it To Accommodation===
* 1940s - The James Marcum family owned the building and converted it into apartments
* 1940s - The James Marcum family owned the building and converted it into apartments