SQ - ELEVATE ME Multi-Cache
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The SQ in the cache name above signifies Spirit Quest, a project by the Northwest Ohio Geocachers to distinguish those caches that are set in cemeteries or memorial gardens. This cache is part of that series created by NWOGeo members to highlight cemeteries in the area. For more information, please visit: www.NWOGeo.org/
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HAUGHTON CEMETERY
Haughton Cemetery was first started as a private burial ground by the six Haughton brothers. The first four came to the area during the winter of 1833-1834 from Monroe County, New York. A few years later two other brothers came west and settled in the same area. They settled on large tracks of Government land along what then became known as Haughton Street. It is now known as Central Avenue.
Stephen Haughton (1801-1887) was one of the early physicians of this part of Ohio. His tombstone is still readable as it stands among less than one hundred headstones and monuments. Some are broken and some are so weathered that the inscriptions are no longer clear. Many of the names of original landowners in the area are also found here.
The family took a very active part in all phases of the life of the area. During the Civil War, several members of the family, including Nathaniel, were members of Co. K of the 25th O.V.I. He was mustered out a brigadier general. On his return to Toledo he entered the foundry and machine business. That business evolved into the Haughton Elevator Company.
The last Haughton to be buried there was Ernest Haughton who had lived in California for many years, but had made arrangements before his death on July 31, 1964 at the age of 86 to be brought back and buried in the old cemetery.
The oldest readable stone appears to be that of Ruby Brown.
The 1st coordinates will lead you to her final resting place. What was the year of her death? _ _ _ _
Add the numbers in that year, and add it to the numbers in parentheses of coordinates
N41 40.656
W83 37.(267)
to find the cache.
This is a micro, so bring your own pencil! There will be a lot of muggles in the area, but they didn’t seem to care if I was there even in the middle of a Sunday afternoon.
Parking is available on-site, but may be muddy at times. Might be best to park nearby and walk to it.
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