Joseph Villiger, Blacksmith
Joseph came to Metamora in early 1906 and leased a local blacksmith shop. For 32…
Bertha Isch Snyder: Educator, Antique Collector, and Philanthropist
At the time of her death, she left her $2 million estate to the Village…
Dr. Joseph I. Knoblauch, Physician
"With his skill he combined the gift of being thoroughly human, sympathetic and utterly devoid…
William C. Ryan, Editor and Publisher
William Ryan was Editor and Publisher of The Metamora Herald for more than 53 years.
Joseph A. Theena, Butcher
In 1869, Theena opened a meat market in Metamora with David Safford. He successfully engaged…
J.C. Irving, Businessman
J.C. Irving is accredited as father of the water works of Metamora.
Grandpa’s Rock
It all began on the property now located on what used to be called old…
Dave Murray
An accidental explosion of two sticks of dynamite cost the life of David E. Murray…
Abraham Lincoln’s Recollection of a Visit to Metamora
The following is a story about Abraham Lincoln, describing one of his visits to Metamora.
Metamora’s First Beautician
"When I was 20 years old and working in the homes of the rich people…
