On land freed from American Indians upon the orders of George Washington, the town of Ovid was formed in 1794, after military lots were numbered by Simeon DeWitt and his assistants. In 1860, construction was completed on three brick buildings that became
Author Biography
Using early postcards and photographs from the collections of the historical society, seven members of the Ovid Historical Society, with the help of the community, have created an exciting and compelling history of the early days. Several committee members are descended from the first settlers, making this book a true labor of love.
