Ohio wants to hear people’s Depression stories

COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Aging is asking Ohioans who lived through the Depression to share their stories. Any tales of triumph or tragedy are welcome. Lessons learned during the tough economic times of the 1930s will be used to give hope to those who are struggling in the current economic climate.

Those interested in submitting their stories, which will be used in ODA publications and on the organization’s Web site, are asked to send about 500 words detailing their memories. The submissions are to be sent to the Communications Division of ODA, located at 50 W. Broad St., Columbus 43215-3363. Stories may also submitted via e-mail at depressionstories@age.state.oh.us. All stories must be received by April 10.