Daily Independent (Ashland, KY)

September 9, 2010

Patrick Henry speaker scheduled at OUS next week

Staff Writer
The Independent

IRONTON — History will come alive on the campus of Ohio University Southern next week with a visit from Patrick Henry.

Portrayed by Patrick Henry Jolly, a fifth-generation grandson of Henry, the event is set for 6:15 p.m. Sept. 17. Henry will speak about the Constitutional debate, his involvement in the American Revolution and thoughts about his life. Questions from the audience will be taken plus photo opportunities will be available.

Henry will speak in Bowman Auditorium, Collins Center on the Ironton campus. Admission is free but reservations are required. To make reservations, call Steve Call at (740) 533-4559 or (800) 626-0513 ext, 4559 or e-mail call@ohio.edu.

Following Mr. Henry address there will be a performance by the John Marshall Fife and Drum Corps.