 Barberton is a city in Summit County, Ohio, United States. The population was 27,899 at the 2000 census. It is part of the Akron metropolitan area and has the ZIP code 44203. Image File history File links Adapted from Wikipedias OH county maps by Catbar. ...
Summit County is a urban county located in the state of Ohio, United States. ...
Official language(s) None Capital Columbus Largest city Columbus Largest metro area Cleveland Area Ranked 34th - Total 44,825 sq mi (116,096 km²) - Width 220 miles (355 km) - Length 220 miles (355 km) - % water 8. ...
2000 US Census logo The Twenty-Second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ...
Nickname: The Rubber Capital of the World Location within the state of Ohio Country United States State Ohio County Summit Founded 1825 Incorporated 1835 (village) - 1865 (city) Government - Mayor Don Plusquellic (D) Area - City 62. ...
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Geography
Barberton is located at 41°0′57″N, 81°36′21″W (41.015805, -81.605897),GR1 along the Tuscarawas River.[1] Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (680x1316, 31 KB) Barberton, Ohio Map showing location of community within Summit County, Ohio, United States. ...
Image File history File links Download high-resolution version (680x1316, 31 KB) Barberton, Ohio Map showing location of community within Summit County, Ohio, United States. ...
Summit County is a urban county located in the state of Ohio, United States. ...
The Tuscarawas, colloquially the Tusk, is a medium-sized river in northeastern Ohio, an important tributary of the Muskingum. ...
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 23.9 km² (9.2 mi²). 23.3 km² (9.0 mi²) of it is land and 0.6 km² (0.2 mi²) of it (2.38%) is water. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ...
A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ...
A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...
Lake Anna, a glacial kettle lake, is a 10 acre natural spring lake, which lies in the center of the original village of Barberton and is the center of a 21 acre park which is named after it. Lake Anna is named for O. C. Barber's daughter Anna Laura Barber. A kettle hole is a geological feature formed by receding glaciers. ...
Demographics As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 27,899 people, 11,523 households, and 7,443 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,195.5/km² (3,095.2/mi²). There were 12,163 housing units at an average density of 521.2/km² (1,349.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the city was 92.43% White, 5.33% African American, 0.27% Native American, 0.37% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.24% from other races, and 1.36% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.64% of the population. 1870 US Census for New York City A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
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The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...
There were 11,523 households out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 15.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals and 14.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.39 and the average family size was 2.96. Marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate and sexual, and often created as a contract, or through civil process. ...
In the city the population was spread out with 24.8% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 28.3% from 25 to 44, 21.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.8 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $32,178, and the median income for a family was $39,387. Males had a median income of $32,294 versus $21,778 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,764. About 11.5% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.3% of those under age 18 and 7.5% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ...
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History and Points of Interest Barberton was founded in 1891 by Ohio Columbus Barber, who planned the town as a means for asserting his vision of industry, progress and community. In the valley running parallel to the Tuscarawas River and the Ohio & Erie Canal, he oversaw the construction of factories, residential neighborhoods and a compact commercial downtown. In the center of the new city was the beautiful Lake Anna, named after Barber's daughter, Anna. Image File history File links Download high resolution version (2272x1704, 1789 KB)Barberton Barber Farm Barn Josh Dague File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ...
Image File history File links Download high resolution version (2272x1704, 1789 KB)Barberton Barber Farm Barn Josh Dague File history Legend: (cur) = this is the current file, (del) = delete this old version, (rev) = revert to this old version. ...
Ohio Columbus Barber was born in 1841 and founded the city of Barberton, Ohio in 1892. ...
Ohio Columbus Barber (1841-1920) was the second son of George and Eliza Barber. ...
On a high hill on the east side of town, Barber built a magnificent industrial farm and estate comprised of dozens of barns, greenhouses, a stately mansion and lush gardens. Most of the Barber estate was lost to fire or development during the last half of the 20th Century, but his imprint remains evident throughout the city. The Barber house itself is still considered by most Barbertonians to be the greatest loss in the city's history, and it was the first and most significant example of the community's often-noted failure to conserve its historic legacy. However, there are still eight buildings in existence that were built by Barber for his Anna Dean Farm, and they provide a glimpse of the beauty and vision that once characterized the city. Five of the eight remaining Anna Dean Farm buildings are owned by the Barberton Historical Society. These buildings, built in the elegant Beaux Arts style, are constructed of red brick edged in white concrete block, with royal blue trim and red tile roofing. The most significant of the remaining buildings is Barn No. 1, now home to the world headquarters of the Yoder Brothers Corporation. It is notable primarily for its castle-like towers, which are visible from much of the east side of the city.
Barberton is known as the "Magic City" due to its rapid population growth during its formative years. In 1891, when it was incorporated, the scattered farms that had originally characterized the landscape were transformed into a fledgling city of 1,800. When an Akron Beacon Journal reporter revisited Barberton in 1893, he remarked in the paper that between 1891 and 1893 the town of Barberton had grown so quickly that it appeared to grow by magic (hence its nickname). Currently most people know Barberton as the Magic City as a result of the mascot name for Barberton High School - The Magics.
Barberton High School colors are purple and white, and "purple pride" is the affectionate term the locals use to describe enthusiasm for both the school and the broader community. Barberton High School has been recognized for athletic prowess in recent years, winning state championships in basketball, football, and track and field. After an academic downturn in the 1980s, the schools have begun to show significant strides in scholastic performance, as well.
Barberton's local sources of news include daily newspapers such as Cleveland Plain Dealer, Akron Beacon Journal and a weekly newspaper, the Barberton Herald.
During the 1980’s Barberton suffered a severe disinvestment trend similar to that of much of the American Midwest. During this period, the city lost a large part of its economic base as factories shuttered and storefronts went vacant. “The Magic City: Unemployment in a Working-Class Community” (Cornell University Press, 1989) documents the consequences of the migration of major industry from the region and the responses of the people to these dramatic changes.
The establishment in the late 1990s of The Barberton Community Foundation has likely been a major factor in a rebounding trend Barberton has enjoyed for the last ten to fifteen years. Among other community projects, the Foundation facilitated the building of a new Barberton High School, located on reclaimed swampland in the northwest section of the city. New development has begun to sprout, and the population has begun to grow again.
Preservation and Progress As the city enters a new era of possibilities, many have observed that the city still struggles to find the right balance between preservation and progress. The city’s economy is in need of reinvestment, and positive developments are occurring across the city in that area. Some citizens, however, feel that the city’s Victorian charm is being lost to the wrecking ball.
A recent example of this is the loss of a grand Queen Anne style home, which stood at 223 Third Street across from Lake Anna until it was demolished to make way for the new YMCA building – but which remains featured on the city’s web page. Others point to the greater use that will arise from creating a public facility there. This is illustrative of a tension that exists in the city between preservation and progress.
There are numerous examples of historic buildings in downtown Barberton undergoing restoration for use as part of a burgeoning success story. This effort, led by Barbertonian Rick Horvath, has resulted in renewed optimism for the city’s core. However, there are other examples of sloppy restorations and neglect which have marked other properties.
In 1997, the nationally-recognized design firm of Duany Plater-Zyberk & Company, notable for Seaside, Florida, was chosen to design a new development on recently-annexed land in the south end of the city. This development was called New Haven. When visiting the city, they noted the decline in manufacturing and stated that a key to landing new, white-collar jobs and residents was for the city to vigorously defend its historic charm. They considered the city’s Victorian architecture, along with Lake Anna, to be its greatest asset, and they recommended investment in restoration and reinvigoration of the downtown. The New Haven development did not work due to its location, but former planning director Bill Courson noted in the same article that Duany’s ideas are suited to the downtown and that the city plans to implement those ideas. Seaside, Florida is an unincorporated master-planned community on the Florida panhandle roughly midway between Fort Walton Beach, Florida and Panama City, Florida. ...
It remains to be seen if the city can accomplish this goal with uniform, high quality and with sensitivity to original materials. Yet if the work of Mr. Horvath and like-minded businessmen is any indication – there is hope that the city may indeed parlay its 19th Century charm into 21st Century success.
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The fried chicken restaurants in Barberton are famous among chicken eaters, even as far away as the Deep South. In fact, to some, Barberton is known as the "Chicken Capital of the World." Until recent years, the city was home to a zany festival known as The Chicken Fest, which celebrated its unique and quirky place in the culinary world. This article is being considered for deletion in accordance with Wikipedias deletion policy. ...
The five original chicken eateries are Belgrade Gardens, Hopocan Gardens, Milich's Village Inn (which is actually just over the border, in Norton), White House Chicken, and Terrace Gardens. All remain in operation except for Terrace Gardens.
References - ^ DeLorme (1991). Ohio Atlas & Gazetteer. Yarmouth, Maine: DeLorme. ISBN 0-89933-233-1.
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Official language(s) None Capital Columbus Largest city Columbus Largest metro area Cleveland Area Ranked 34th - Total 44,825 sq mi (116,096 km²) - Width 220 miles (355 km) - Length 220 miles (355 km) - % water 8. ...
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Nickname: The Rubber Capital of the World Location within the state of Ohio Country United States State Ohio County Summit Founded 1825 Incorporated 1835 (village) - 1865 (city) Government - Mayor Don Plusquellic (D) Area - City 62. ...
Nickname: The Rubber Capital of the World Location within the state of Ohio Country United States State Ohio County Summit Founded 1825 Incorporated 1835 (village) - 1865 (city) Government - Mayor Don Plusquellic (D) Area - City 62. ...
Nickname: The Falls, C-Town, C-Falls, Caucasian Falls, CFO Location within the state of Ohio County Summit - Mayor Don L. Robart Area - City 66. ...
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Tallmadge is a city located in Summit and Portage counties in Ohio, a suburb of Akron. ...
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| | Villages | Boston Heights | Clinton | Lakemore | Mogadore | Northfield | Peninsula | Reminderville | Richfield | Silver Lake Boston Heights is a village located in Summit County, Ohio. ...
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| | Townships | Bath | Boston | Copley | Coventry | Northfield Center | Richfield | Sagamore Hills | Springfield | Twinsburg Bath Townships location within Summit County Bath Township is one of the nine townships of Summit County, Ohio, United States. ...
Boston is one of the 16 original townships in Summit County, Ohio. ...
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Coventry Township is a township in Summit County, Ohio. ...
Northfield Center Township is a township in Summit County, Ohio. ...
Richfield is one of the 16 original townships in Summit County, Ohio. ...
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Location within Summit County, Ohio Springfield Township is one of the 16 original townships in Summit County, Ohio, United States. ...
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| | Census-designated places | Montrose-Ghent | Pigeon Creek | Portage Lakes Montrose-Ghent is a census-designated place located in Summit County, Ohio. ...
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Portage Lakes is a census-designated place located in Summit County, Ohio. ...
| | Other localities | Ghent | Hammond's Corners | Montrose Ghent, Ohio (pronounced Gent) is an unincorporated hamlet in the area of Granger and Cleveland-Massillon Roads just north of the Ghent Road exit of Interstate 77 in Bath. ...
Hammonds Corners is an unincorporated community in the northern part of Bath Township, Summit County, Ohio, United States. ...
Montrose is the name given by Northeast Ohioans to an area of restaurants, stores, and businesses located along a stretch of Route 18 near Interstate 77, passing through Copley, Fairlawn and Bath. ...
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