After reading our most recent blog posting and the 300-page biography, “The One And Only: Chic Harley - America’s Great Athlete”, Bill Adams, a third generation Ohio State graduate felt he had to speak up.
And boy, do his words resonate!
“As a 3d generation graduate (my grandfather graduated from OSU’s medical school in 1921 and was in school when Chic played) my family always believed and said Chic was the greatest,” wrote Mr. Adams in an email we received this week.
“And, after reading your book, I’m even more convinced. I also believe that Chic should be memorialized with a statue as Mr. Rice thinks. But, in my vision it would be located at the north end of Ohio Stadium under the rotunda.
“Let’s get this done!”
We hope Mr. Adams’ passion is contagious.
Momentum is building to erect a statue of The One And Only.
Hop on and help out. Let us know what you think and encourage others to speak up and get involved.
Public involvement will spur action!!!
In the meantime, a Chicago sculptor may one day be hired to create and actually put together a statue of Chic Harley that millions of Americans will be able to enjoy. Chic, as you know, was born in Chicago in 1894. We’ll let you more about that in the days ahead.
Todd