Bells

The two large bells in the belfry were installed in 1889 and were purchased from the Meneely Bell Company in Troy, New York - also makers of the Centennial Bell which hangs in Independence Hall. Bell No. 1 weighs 1058 pounds and bell No. 2 weighs 543 pounds. The total cost for both of the bells, with mountings, was $485.00. They are made from a bell-metal alloy consisting of 78% copper and 22% tin.

The large bell carries the following inscription:

"Gloria dei-in-excelsis" (Glory to God in the Highest)

German Evang Zions Church

South Bend, Ind.

A.D. 1889

The smaller bell carries this inscription:

"Fine feste bergstun sergott" (A Mighty Fortress Under God)

German Evang Zions Church

South Bend, Ind.

A.D. 1889