Interviews Videos
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Comparing Two Communities in Central Ohio
This video is the final report for Grant Spirko's project Social History course that compared Powell and Marysville. Presented courtesy of Grant Spirko
Interviewee(s): Various
Interviewer(s): Grant Spirko
Videographer: Grant Spirko
Jun-01-2023
Life on the Big Bear Farms
Diane Cordial and her daughters Cathy, Anne, Carolyn and Marilyn describe growing up on the Big Bear Farms and life in Powell in the 70's, 80's and 90's. Diane's husband Chuck was the farm manager from 1961 until it closed in 1996. Music Credit: "Chasing Horizons" by Dreamlamp Content ID Code: IGWDKYC19R3RPIKM
Interviewee(s): Diane Cordial and Daughters
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm
Videographer: Allen Miller
Oct-09-2022
Interview With Sue Heston
Interview with Sue Heston, former Hyatts resident.
Interviewee(s): Sue Heston
Interviewer(s): Sherry Carmichael and Carole Wilhelm
Videographer: Allen Miller
Apr-27-2022
Interview with Don Bell
An interview with Don Bell conducted by Carole Wilhelm on June 25, 2021 for the September 2021 Program. Don grew up in Powell and attended the Powell School all 12 years. He has many humorous anecdotes about Powell in the '30s and '40s.
Interviewee(s): Don Bell
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm and Linda Miller
Videographer: Allen Miller
Sep-06-2021
Don Bell Interview - Extras
A few extra clips from the Don Bell interview, not included in the main video, that reveal more of Don's personality.
Interviewee(s): Don Bell
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm and Linda Miller
Videographer: Allen Miller
Sep-06-2021
Donna and Charlie Lawrence Talk About the Powell School
A 1994 video with Donna and Charlie Lawrence talking about their experiences at the Powell School in the late '30s and early '40s. It provides an interesting window into school life at that time. Times have changed!!!!
Interviewee(s): Donna and Charles Lawrence
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm
Videographer: Bob Wilhelm
Jun-29-2021
Mildred Evans McNeal Interview
Mildred Evans McNeal was the daughter of Hazel Martin Evans, the oldest daughter of Albert and Mary Martin, the first occupants of the Martin-Perry House. Mrs. McNeal was recorded while touring the house in November 1994
Interviewee(s): Mildred Evans McNeal
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm
Videographer: Bob Wilhelm
Nov-17-2019
Interview with Hallie Lawrence Heath
Hallie Lawrence Heath is a life long resident of Liberty Township, attended Powell and Hyatts Schools, and has lived between Powell and Hyatts most of her life. The interview relays numerous anecdotes of growing up in the area in World War II era and living here during the period of rapid growth.
Interviewee(s): NA
Interviewer(s): Carole Wilhelm, Sherry Carmichael, Stan Carmichael
Videographer: Allen Miller
May-13-2019
Tour the Martin-Perry House with Louise Cornish and Marge Bennett
A tour of the Martin-Perry House guided by Louise Cornish and Marge Bennett who were two of the founders of the Society. The tour was recorded in 1994, just eight years after the Powell-Liberty Historical Society was formed. Louise and Marge provide insights into the Martins and the Perrys and provide background on some of the items obtained to establish the museum.
Interviewee(s): Louise Cornish and Marge Bennett
Interviewer(s): NP
Videographer: Bob Wilhelm
Nov-02-1994