Learn how Ohio became transportation leader

FREMONT — Learn how Ohio evolved from the days of canal boats and steamboats to railroads and interurbans to cars, highways and other modern travel during an upcoming author talk at the Hayes Presidential Library & Museums site in Fremont. Dan Rager will discuss his book, "Ohio: Gateway to America," from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 9 in the museum auditorium. Admission is free. Rager, an emeritus professor of music, chronicles the step-by-step history of Ohio's ground transportation system in his new book that covers 250 years of American Indian trails, stage coaches, taverns and inns, canals and locks, steamboats, railroads, interurbans, bicycles, motor bikes, automobiles, road development and beyond. His: • Presentation will bring to life Ohio's history through photos, maps and detailed descriptions of past generations • Talk will explain how Ohio's history has transcended into the state it is today • Expertise in wind and orchestral music has garnered him international acclaim as his compositions and published work reach audiences in more than 200 countries Rager has dedicated 35 years to being a distinguished music educator, composer and conductor. As an Ohio historian, he has published eight books on Ohio railroads, interurbans and, recently, the state's transportation history on all forms of traveling from America's founding in 1776 to the present day. This talk is part of Hayes Presidential's America 250 celebration, which is partially funded by Albrechta & Liebold, Attorneys at Law. People can call 419-332-2081 or visit rbhayes.org for more information.