Bayerischer Unterstützungs-Verein
Bavarian Beneficial Society
The Bavarian Beneficial Society was founded on October 1,
1875. The purpose of the Society is to assist its members at times of illness
or death. The Society also works to preserve German language and customs.
In 1876, the Society dedicated its flag by means of a special parade and
fest. By 1878, the Bavarian Beneficial Society had 253 members. The Society
originally met in the Arbeiter-Halle, or Workers Hall, before the First
World War. Following the war, the meeting place moved to an establishment
called Christian Sach's Hall, located at 121 Elder Street. Currently, the
Society meets at the Donauschwaben Haus in Colerain Township. In 1975,
the Bavarian Beneficial Society celebrated its centennial at German Day,
the annual fest that has been sponsored by the German-American Citizens
League since 1895.
Contact: Peter Fullbeck - 661-6535
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