Waynesboro Industrial Museum to host Lute

GERALD LUTE

WAYNESBORO — The Waynesboro Industrial Museum will host author Gerald Lute speaking on the life of John L. Grove at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7 at the museum, 235 Philadelphia Ave. There is no admission for this event.

Grove along with his brother Dwight and Wayne Nicarry founded Grove Manufacturing Company and became a pioneer in the development of the mobile hydraulic crane.

Lute, nephew of Grove's wife Cora, experienced many first hand insights into the making of "Uncle John" as both a family member and employee. He worked as an engineer for both Grove Manufacturing and JLG and will speak to the contributions these companies made to the economic life of Franklin and Fulton counties.

In 2006 Lute published "The Life and Legacy of John L. Grove," a personal account of Grove and his influence on the growth of Grove Manufacturing and the founding and development of JLG Industries, Inc. in Mc- Connellsburg.

The main portion of Lute's talk will focus on Grove's early life and work at Grove Manufacturing, expanding on the themes of the museum's current exhibit, "Lifting More — Reading Higher: The Legacy of Grove Manufacturing Company."

The museum's current exhibit will be open on the following dates: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 4; 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11; 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 12. Admission is free.

The Waynesboro Area Industrial Heritage Trust (museum) is committed to providing residents of Waynesboro, Antrim, Quincy and Washington townships, and visitors to the community, an awareness and insight, not only to the area's industrial heritage, but also to recognize present accomplishments while keeping an eye on the future.

Established in 2000, the museum has obtained, through thoughtful and selective solicitations and from gifts, a collection of artifacts, photographs, drawings and documents to support its activities.

Each year a new exhibit is displayed that feature past and current industries and processes such as the 2000 exhibit on foundries, pattern and iron making.

The Waynesboro Industrial Museum actively seeks members, volunteers and artifacts. Anyone interested in becoming a member, call 762-2751.