Songs, Stories and Dramas
The Anti-Saloon League reached people through a variety of printed materials. Stories for young people, debates held for adult audiences, songs to be sung at anti-alcohol rallies were all used.
Songs
- Convention Song, opens a new window, also referred to as The World Is Going Dry
- Onward Temperance Soldiers, opens a new window, sung to the tune of Onward Christian Soldiers
- Welcome People, opens a new window, sung to the tune of Good Night Ladies
Stories
About the League
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Additional Resources
America250 Mural Project
This summer, visit 12 large-scale murals that highlight under-told chapters of Westerville’s history, created by Ohio artists.
Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
Westerville Black History
Discover local Black historical figures' stories of courage, perseverance, creativity and how they shaped the history of Westerville.
Historic map will be preserved thanks to $4,999 grant.
Jan 06, 2026
This project is supported by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio.
America250 Mural Project
This summer, visit 12 large-scale murals that highlight under-told chapters of Westerville’s history, created by Ohio artists.
Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
Westerville Black History
Discover local Black historical figures' stories of courage, perseverance, creativity and how they shaped the history of Westerville.
Historic map will be preserved thanks to $4,999 grant.
Jan 06, 2026
This project is supported by federal Institute of Museum and Library Services funds, granted through the State Library of Ohio.
Jackie B.
Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.
Jim S.
Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.
Katy K.
Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.
Kaitlin S.
Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
Jackie B.
Jackie has made a career of working with communities to tell their stories and preserve their history.
Jim S.
Jim loves digging into the archives of historic maps and news in the Westerville History Museum.
Katy K.
Katy loves bringing history to life, getting hands-on with artifacts, and helping people discover meaning and relevance in the past.
Kaitlin S.
Kaitlin is passionate about helping the Westerville Public Library remain strong for future generations.
