Book offers different view of Indian Lake

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Admittedly, his initial interest in Indian Lake as a youth was centered around Sandy Beach Amusement Park, but after decades of annual vacations at O’Connor’s Landing and eventually making a home there, Chick Heithaus’ interest in local history grew and has led to a new book from his perspective.

The author’s first foray into Indian Lake history resulted in a booklet published in 1996. The new edition expands on the booklet with more in-depth information focused on the east side of the lake.

Mr. Heithaus has lived elsewhere, but still considers Indian Lake home.

“Over the years, my primary residences have been Cincinnati, Troy, Ft. Wayne and Louisville. But ‘home’ has always been Indian Lake,” the author maintains.

Why another Indian Lake history book?

“I published the book because I felt that it was important to try to convey the color and excitement of the area’s history and to appreciate the variety of forces and influences that have made us who we are today.”

Mr. Heithaus said he tried to focus on information not covered in existing history books and his own personal experiences of the past 60 years. He also is pleased to be able to include hand-drawn artwork by Chief Hawk Pope, six Hal Sherman paintings, photographs by former Examiner photographer Byron Scott, postcard collections from the O’Connor and Lacher families, and a number of other pictures.

The book is on display and available for purchase for $25 at the Logan County Historical Society and the Indian Lake Area Chamber of Commerce.

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