Learn about Virginia "Jennie" Scripps, an influential citizen in Rushville history.

Episode written and voiced by Reed Fretueg, Rushville Industry High School Student

More information is available at the series's webpage.

 

Learn about Virginia "Jennie" Scripps, an influential citizen in Rushville history.
Episode written and voiced by Reed Fretueg, Rushville Industry High School Student
More information is available at the <a href="https://www.tspr.org/show/echoes-of-the-prairie">series's webpage.</a>
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Echoes of the Prairie, the history of the places we call home, features brief histories from the Tri State Public Radio broadcast region.  Histories are created and recorded by local residents.  Echoes of the Prairie airs on TSPR Tuesday - Friday at 8:19 am and 5:48 pm.  More information about contributors is available on the programs webpage.

Echoes of the Prairie, the history of the places we call home, features brief histories from the Tri State Public Radio broadcast region.&nbsp; Histories are created and recorded by local residents.&nbsp; Echoes of the Prairie airs on TSPR Tuesday - Friday at 8:19 am and 5:48 pm.&nbsp; More information about contributors is available on <a href="https://www.tspr.org/show/echoes-of-the-prairie">the programs webpage</a>.

Echoes of the Prairie

Echos of the Prairie, the history of the places we call home, features brief histories from the Tri State Public Radio broadcast region.  Histories are created and recorded by local residents.  Echos of the Prairie airs on TSPR Tuesday - Friday at 8:19 am and 5:48 pm.  More information about contributors is available on the program's web page.

Echos of the Prairie, the history of the places we call home, features brief histories from the Tri State Public Radio broadcast region.&nbsp; Histories are created and recorded by local residents.&nbsp; Echos of the Prairie airs on TSPR Tuesday - Friday at 8:19 am and 5:48 pm.&nbsp; More information about contributors is available on the<a href="https://www.tspr.org/show/echoes-of-the-prairie"> program's web page</a>.

Virginia “Jennie” Scripps

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In 1907, a Fort Madison jeweler named Walter A. Sheaffer revolutionized the way people wrote. Frustrated with the messy and inconvenient fountain pens of the time, Sheaffer invented a self-filling pen using a lever system—eliminating the need for separate ink bottles. With just $35 and an idea, he filed a patent and set out to change the writing world.

By 1912, Sheaffer Pen Company was officially founded right here in Fort Madison. What started in the back of his jewelry store quickly grew into a global brand. Sheaffer pens became known for their craftsmanship, innovation, and reliability—earning a reputation that made them a favorite among writers, business leaders, and even U.S. presidents.

For nearly a century, Fort Madison was home to the world headquarters of Sheaffer Pen Company. Though production has moved, the legacy of W.A. Sheaffer lives on. His innovation didn’t just put Fort Madison on the map—it made an indelible mark on history, one signature at a time.

 

Episode was written and voiced by: James Lemberger

In 1907, a Fort Madison jeweler named Walter A. Sheaffer revolutionized the way people wrote. Frustrated with the messy and inconvenient fountain pens of the time, Sheaffer invented a self-filling pen using a lever system&mdash;eliminating the need for separate ink bottles. With just $35 and an idea, he filed a patent and set out to change the writing world.
By 1912, Sheaffer Pen Company was officially founded right here in Fort Madison. What started in the back of his jewelry store quickly grew into a global brand. Sheaffer pens became known for their craftsmanship, innovation, and reliability&mdash;earning a reputation that made them a favorite among writers, business leaders, and even U.S. presidents.
For nearly a century, Fort Madison was home to the world headquarters of Sheaffer Pen Company. Though production has moved, the legacy of W.A. Sheaffer lives on. His innovation didn&rsquo;t just put Fort Madison on the map&mdash;it made an indelible mark on history, one signature at a time.
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Episode was written and voiced by: James Lemberger

W.A. Sheaffer and the Birth of an Iconic Pen Company

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Lean about Monmouth, Illinois's famous stoneware company.

Episode written by: Ann Tenold

Episode voiced by: Abby Zeus

For more information about the series and contributors please visit the show's webpage.

Lean about Monmouth, Illinois's famous stoneware company.
Episode written by: Ann Tenold
Episode voiced by: Abby Zeus
For more information about the series and contributors please visit the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tspr.org/show/echoes-of-the-prairie">show's webpage.</a>

Monmouth Western Stoneware Company

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Learn more about the name of Loraine, Illinois.

Episode Written and Voice by Rebecca Williamson

Village of Loraine Facebook Profile photo

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Learn more about the name of Loraine, Illinois.
Episode Written and Voice by Rebecca Williamson
Village of Loraine Facebook Profile photo
More information is available at the <a href="https://www.tspr.org/show/echoes-of-the-prairie">series's webpage</a>.

How Loraine, Illinois got its name

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Virginia “Jennie” Scripps

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