David Milenthal's June 22 letter "OSU needs top-tier president,"regarding possible replacements for E. Gordon Gee, was on the mark, as long as he stayed in the abstract.
On June 21, 1813, an event occurred in Franklinton that affected the settlers in the Ohio Valley and, in all probability, the United States as we know it today.
On that day, Gen. William Henry Harrison called a meeting with the local natives, led by “Tarhe the Crane,” asking for their neutrality or help to fight the British and their native allies, Tecumseh and his brother “The Prophet.” Tarhe agreed to fight with the Americans and to protect the American flanks and the settlers from warring parties.
The successful outcome of this meeting allowed the men in the area to join with Harrison and drive the British and their allies back into Canada where they were defeated. On June 22, a re-enactment of this historic event was held at Dodge Park. Media outlets were advised of the event. Did any of them promote or mention the event? No. Was there any coverage? No.
It is apparent that Columbus loves parades and festivals but has no taste for that which made us all.