Aug. 4, 2007: A life ring possibly from the Edmund Fitzgerald is shown in Whitefish Point, Mich.
DETROIT — An apple farmer and his family believe they've found a life ring from the Edmund Fitzgerald roughly 200 miles from where the famed ship sank in Lake Superior 32 years ago.
The orange preserver is worn by the elements has been chewed on by small animals. But it reads "Edmund Fitzgerald" in faded but mostly legible white letters.
No definitive tests had yet been conducted to prove it's a piece of the ore carrier that sank in a vicious storm Nov. 10, 1975, killing 29 men off the northern shore of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. But the director of a shipwreck museum says it matches in many ways another ring in its Fitzgerald collection.
"I saw it, photographed it and ... compared the two," said Tom Farnquist, executive director of the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society. "It's identical in size and configuration. ... Is it possible? Certainly it is."
Joe Rasch said he was vacationing with his family last week in the Keweenaw Peninsula in Michigan's far north. Hunting for rocks along a remote beach, he found the preserver near an overturned tree. His daughters noticed the writing, and realizing its potential significance, they took it to the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum at Whitefish Point, owned by the historical society.
There are a few differences between the discovered ring and the one on display. The one Rasch found has no "S.S." before "Edmund Fitzgerald," as the museum's ring does. And the newly found ring reads "Duluth" on its back side.
Farnquist said the differences are puzzling but not without a plausible explanation: The Milwaukee-based ship spent its winters in Duluth, Minn.
There are those who doubt the preserver came from the ship, especially since it was found so far from the Fitzgerald's grave site so many years after the ship sank.
"I am smelling a rat," Frederick Stonehouse, maritime historian and author of a book on the wreck, told The Daily Mining Gazette of Houghton. "It's probably a hoax."
Stonehouse said he finds it hard to believe someone could find a life ring laying out in the open 30 years after the wreck.
Rasch said the ring was not laying in full view and that the area was remote. He said he and Farnquist agreed Rasch would hang on to the ring and bring it to the museum for its annual memorial service marking the anniversary of the sinking.
"Of the 6,000 ships ... lost on the Great Lakes, the Fitzgerald is the Holy Grail of all the shipwrecks," Farnquist said.
"It's an incredible story. Everyone hopes that it's the real thing. But only time will tell and the evidence will need to be acquired."
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Friday, September 5, 2008
LABOR AND INDUSTRY WORKS IN PROGRESS
WORKS BEING PREPARED FOR LABOR AND INDUSTRY AT ASTERISK OPENING FRIDAY SEPT 12
HOUSE FLAGS OF BYGONE CLEVELAND SHIPPING COMPANIES AND A REPLICA OF THE EDMUND FITZGERALD LIFE PRESERVER - THIS IS GOING TO BE A GREAT SHOW - COMPLETE WITH BLACKSMITHING DEMOS.
FRIDAY SEPT 7 ART EVENTS THIS EVENING
FRIDAY SEPT 7 ART EVENTS THIS EVENING
SPACES - Bi-Lingual opening
Vision Gallery - closing
doubting thomas - closing
LOW LIFE - GRAND OPENING
SPACES - Bi-Lingual opening
Vision Gallery - closing
doubting thomas - closing
LOW LIFE - GRAND OPENING
Thursday, September 4, 2008
TIXe Gallery GRAND OPENING
TIXe Gallery
2688 W. 14th St.
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
phone: 330.321.8161
email: tixegallery@yahoo.com
gallery hours: Friday 5-7 p.m. Saturday 12-4 p.m. and by appointment for private viewing.
TIXe Gallery presents:
Corey Baker
Portraits
September 12th – October 10th, 2008
Artist's reception: Friday. September 12th 2008. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
TIXe Gallery is pleased to present, Portraits, the latest work of Corey Baker that explores the artists highly personal approach to image making. Inspired by modern printing techniques, Corey references photos taken of friends and relatives in order to break down his imagery into a complex array of squares, circles and grids. Corey later translates and transposes that reduction of imagery into large-scale compositions that become focused on exploring viewer relationships and interactions.
“By using references to friends and relatives I keep my own personal investment in each work, at the same time I am trying to create an optical experience for the viewer separate from my emotional investment in the work. I want change each viewers perception of what they are seeing, depending on the time, distance or the angle of their perception to each piece.”
Corey is the former director for exit (a gallery space), which closed earlier this summer after operating for three years between Kent and Tremont.
There will be an opening reception Friday, September 12th from 6 – 9 p.m.
The exhibition will be on view until October 10th. Phone or email the gallery for further details.
Artist website: http://www.coreybaker.net
2688 W. 14th St.
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
phone: 330.321.8161
email: tixegallery@yahoo.com
gallery hours: Friday 5-7 p.m. Saturday 12-4 p.m. and by appointment for private viewing.
TIXe Gallery presents:
Corey Baker
Portraits
September 12th – October 10th, 2008
Artist's reception: Friday. September 12th 2008. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
TIXe Gallery is pleased to present, Portraits, the latest work of Corey Baker that explores the artists highly personal approach to image making. Inspired by modern printing techniques, Corey references photos taken of friends and relatives in order to break down his imagery into a complex array of squares, circles and grids. Corey later translates and transposes that reduction of imagery into large-scale compositions that become focused on exploring viewer relationships and interactions.
“By using references to friends and relatives I keep my own personal investment in each work, at the same time I am trying to create an optical experience for the viewer separate from my emotional investment in the work. I want change each viewers perception of what they are seeing, depending on the time, distance or the angle of their perception to each piece.”
Corey is the former director for exit (a gallery space), which closed earlier this summer after operating for three years between Kent and Tremont.
There will be an opening reception Friday, September 12th from 6 – 9 p.m.
The exhibition will be on view until October 10th. Phone or email the gallery for further details.
Artist website: http://www.coreybaker.net
UPCOMING TREMONT EVENTS IN SEPT
The Deaf and Deaf Blind Committee on Human Rights
Presents Beginning ASL Classes
Join us for 10 weeks of interactive classes:
Every Wednesday
Starting : Sept 3 through Nov 5th
Time: 6pm to 8pm
This Free class made possible through a grant from Neighborhood Connections
With Support from Tremont Neighborhood Association & Pilgrim Church
*Must RSVP Due to Space Restriction*
Please contact Heather Kendel @ 216-240-2704 or Jeak1027@aol.com
Steps to a Healthier Cleveland is proud to announce that the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound Steelyard Commons dog walking club will meet for the first time this Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:30. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Questions—e-mail steps@city.cleveland.oh.us or call 216-664-STEP (7837).
10,000 Visions of Cleveland
Hosted by 10,000 Little (micro) Ideas & The Greater Cleveland Partnership
Experience the Largest Economic Development Event this year, showcasing Cleveland's vision! Learn what GCP & its 40+ Economic Partners are doing to advance the Region. Free RTA "Healthline" bus rides (Attendees ONLY) to and from the Block Party on West 6th Street! Live Bands, Apartment Tours, Signature drink & appetizer specials. Pre-register and submit your vision for the future of Cleveland and the Region. You could win $1,000. *Must be present to win*
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Galleria at Erieview
Must attend event to join the West 6th Block Party 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Register & Pre-Pay on website: $10.00 *Kids 12 years & under free
Website Address: www.10000visionsofcleveland.com
Location: Galleria at Erieview, Downtown Cleveland, Ohio
Address: 1301 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114
Live Music: The Breakfast Club and The Umojah Nation (Reggae Band)
Food: Signature drink & appetizer specials
Submit your vision on line!
Email Address: registration@10000visionsofcleveland.com
Contact Number: 216-233-1516
Are you a Tremont resident that is interested in representing Tremont at this event? For a free ticket, please call Michelle at Tremont West Development
Corporation. These tickets are given away on a first call, first serve basis! 216.575.0920
Tremont ArtWalk, Friday, September 12th, 6pm-8pm
Ohio Canal Corridor is sponsoring the 2nd edition of a special art show – Labor + Industry in Tremont in September. It kicks off on art walk – September 12 and runs through October 4 in the Asterisk Gallery, 2393 Professor Avenue. The show will be open for Tremont Arts & Culture and for the Sparx Art Hop.
Civil War Encampment
Presented by the Tremont History Project in Tremont's Lincoln Park
on September 13th and 14th.
The 8th Ohio Volunteer Infantry is back this year with their re-enactment camp at Lincoln Park.
NEW THIS YEAR:
Re-enactors from Hale Farm & Village who will interact with visitors and discuss events of the year, 1863.
Shooting of cannon over the Flats by the 19th Ohio Light Artillery (near the Civil War plaque), AND
A tour that begins at Lincoln Park (YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS AT LINCOLN PARK - AND, make a reservation beforehand), that takes you to Grays Armory for a tour and to Soldiers & Sailors Monument for a tour, then back to Lincoln Park.
****Tours are Saturday ONLY. 5 tours. ****
First tour leaving at 10am - be there are 9:45. Please call: 440-785-6315 for tour times, costs and to make a reservation.
Rescue Rave: The-Dog-Gone-Home-Show
Saturday, September 13th, Noon-5pm at Clark Field
Please visit www.RescueRave.com or call 216-621-6888 for more information.
Roosevelt POST 58 Clambake
The Clambake will be held on Saturday, September 13th at 2442 Professor Avenue. Open to public. Advance tickets only. Stop at Club 1pm to Midnight, seven days a week for details and tickets. Call Terry Zacharyj for info 241-1788.
www.tremontwest.org
Presents Beginning ASL Classes
Join us for 10 weeks of interactive classes:
Every Wednesday
Starting : Sept 3 through Nov 5th
Time: 6pm to 8pm
This Free class made possible through a grant from Neighborhood Connections
With Support from Tremont Neighborhood Association & Pilgrim Church
*Must RSVP Due to Space Restriction*
Please contact Heather Kendel @ 216-240-2704 or Jeak1027@aol.com
Steps to a Healthier Cleveland is proud to announce that the Walk a Hound, Lose a Pound Steelyard Commons dog walking club will meet for the first time this Wednesday, September 3rd at 6:30. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Questions—e-mail steps@city.cleveland.oh.us or call 216-664-STEP (7837).
10,000 Visions of Cleveland
Hosted by 10,000 Little (micro) Ideas & The Greater Cleveland Partnership
Experience the Largest Economic Development Event this year, showcasing Cleveland's vision! Learn what GCP & its 40+ Economic Partners are doing to advance the Region. Free RTA "Healthline" bus rides (Attendees ONLY) to and from the Block Party on West 6th Street! Live Bands, Apartment Tours, Signature drink & appetizer specials. Pre-register and submit your vision for the future of Cleveland and the Region. You could win $1,000. *Must be present to win*
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 6, 2008
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. - Galleria at Erieview
Must attend event to join the West 6th Block Party 2:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m.
Pre-Register & Pre-Pay on website: $10.00 *Kids 12 years & under free
Website Address: www.10000visionsofcleveland.com
Location: Galleria at Erieview, Downtown Cleveland, Ohio
Address: 1301 E. 9th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44114
Live Music: The Breakfast Club and The Umojah Nation (Reggae Band)
Food: Signature drink & appetizer specials
Submit your vision on line!
Email Address: registration@10000visionsofcleveland.com
Contact Number: 216-233-1516
Are you a Tremont resident that is interested in representing Tremont at this event? For a free ticket, please call Michelle at Tremont West Development
Corporation. These tickets are given away on a first call, first serve basis! 216.575.0920
Tremont ArtWalk, Friday, September 12th, 6pm-8pm
Ohio Canal Corridor is sponsoring the 2nd edition of a special art show – Labor + Industry in Tremont in September. It kicks off on art walk – September 12 and runs through October 4 in the Asterisk Gallery, 2393 Professor Avenue. The show will be open for Tremont Arts & Culture and for the Sparx Art Hop.
Civil War Encampment
Presented by the Tremont History Project in Tremont's Lincoln Park
on September 13th and 14th.
The 8th Ohio Volunteer Infantry is back this year with their re-enactment camp at Lincoln Park.
NEW THIS YEAR:
Re-enactors from Hale Farm & Village who will interact with visitors and discuss events of the year, 1863.
Shooting of cannon over the Flats by the 19th Ohio Light Artillery (near the Civil War plaque), AND
A tour that begins at Lincoln Park (YOU MUST PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS AT LINCOLN PARK - AND, make a reservation beforehand), that takes you to Grays Armory for a tour and to Soldiers & Sailors Monument for a tour, then back to Lincoln Park.
****Tours are Saturday ONLY. 5 tours. ****
First tour leaving at 10am - be there are 9:45. Please call: 440-785-6315 for tour times, costs and to make a reservation.
Rescue Rave: The-Dog-Gone-Home-Show
Saturday, September 13th, Noon-5pm at Clark Field
Please visit www.RescueRave.com or call 216-621-6888 for more information.
Roosevelt POST 58 Clambake
The Clambake will be held on Saturday, September 13th at 2442 Professor Avenue. Open to public. Advance tickets only. Stop at Club 1pm to Midnight, seven days a week for details and tickets. Call Terry Zacharyj for info 241-1788.
www.tremontwest.org
LABOR AND INDUSTRY - SEPT 12
Opening, September12, 2008
6pm - 10pm
Labor + Industry
The Asterisk Gallery
2393 Professor
Cleveland, Ohio 44113
20+ Artists, including...
Derek Hess, Stephen Yusko, Munroe Copper
Dan Morgan, Anthony Van Rooy, Roger Mastroianni,
Pedro Dell, Dana Depew, Christoper Dawson
Viktor Schreckengost Tribute
DJ = Adrian Bertolone - Industrial Jam
MUCH MUCH MORE!!
Monday, September 1, 2008
SPACES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
Workers needed!
Open to volunteers, interns, work-study students from CIA and BW,and artists. please sign up
For more information regarding SPACES visit http://www.spacesgallery.org/calendar/SPACES_calendar.html
SPACES needs workers to help with the installation of our next exhibition, Bi-Lingual.
Bi-Lingual, Curated by Angelica Pozo, opening reception September 5th 5-9pm
Bi-Lingual presents the work of African American and Latino artists whose work speaks to this duality in art-making and identity through verbal, physical and visual language.
SPACES will be open for installation Tuesday - Friday 9:30am-6:00pm.
Workers will be working with artists in the exhibition, painting, setting up tech, creating and installing wall text, getting ready for the opening reception, and lots more exciting work!
Let me know if you can help out! Help is always needed and appreciated.Give me a call, let's talk...216-621-2314 or emial me at msimmons@SPACESgallery.org
Thank you
Marilyn Simmons
Open to volunteers, interns, work-study students from CIA and BW,and artists. please sign up
For more information regarding SPACES visit http://www.spacesgallery.org/calendar/SPACES_calendar.html
SPACES needs workers to help with the installation of our next exhibition, Bi-Lingual.
Bi-Lingual, Curated by Angelica Pozo, opening reception September 5th 5-9pm
Bi-Lingual presents the work of African American and Latino artists whose work speaks to this duality in art-making and identity through verbal, physical and visual language.
SPACES will be open for installation Tuesday - Friday 9:30am-6:00pm.
Workers will be working with artists in the exhibition, painting, setting up tech, creating and installing wall text, getting ready for the opening reception, and lots more exciting work!
Let me know if you can help out! Help is always needed and appreciated.Give me a call, let's talk...216-621-2314 or emial me at msimmons@SPACESgallery.org
Thank you
Marilyn Simmons
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