Investigation into Grave Sites Derails Housing Project in Steubenville
What happened
ASC was hired to investigate project handling concerns raised by the Ohio Genealogical Society regarding excavated grave sites at an abandoned Catholic cemetery in Steubenville. ASC researchers located at least 12 distinct sets of human remains. Woda Cooper Co.'s attorney stated that ASC now estimates the diocese may have left behind well in excess of 100 sets of remains when the cemetery closed in 1883.
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Why it matters
The discovery of human remains halted plans by Woda Cooper Co. to build a new senior citizen housing complex on the property. The Ohio Genealogical Society voiced concern that the excavated grave sites had been left as-is, questioning the company's future plans for the site.
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Who's involved
- Ohio Genealogical SocietyState genealogical society that voiced concern over the handling of excavated grave sites.
- ASCProducer hired to investigate project handling concerns at the cemetery site.
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The entities involved
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Ohio Genealogical Society
state genealogical society in Ohio, USA
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ASC
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