Indiana Blog Review

The Dawn of DST

Doug Masson pokes around for archival coverage of Indiana, DST, and time zones.

School Dean

Thomas Kemp:

Newslink Indiana is reporting that plans are underway to restore the old high school in Fairmount, Indiana [attended by James Dean]. . .

With all the falling down buildings in rural Indiana (the school will need to be gutted), pouring money into an abandoned school strikes me as wasteful. Maybe these stars would have a better impact n Fairmount if they offered to build something for today’s Fairmount students in honor of Dean, instead of shoring up a bunch of old masonry.

RCC

Thomas Kemp has the latest on the Randolph County Courthouse (which is charming).

How Cool is That?

FWOb reports on a fellow renovating his house in Whitley County who discovered it was a 150 year-old log cabin.

RIP

Marie at Welcome to Hoosier Land notes the passing of Hoosier James Cameron, who had been the only living survivor of a lynching.

Historic Indy

Steph Mineart on useful things one can find on the web:

In addition to providing information and oversight about correctly maintaining historic exteriors for people living in historic areas, [the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission] did much of the research on the history of many homes in historic areas, and has, over the past 30 years, written "Historic Plans" or books about the historic neighborhoods under it's care. Now those plans are online in downloadable PDF format for everyone to read and enjoy.

Weird Wayne

E. Thomas Kemp says, "Wayne County history has some real odd-ball aspects."

Somber Inspiration

Torpor Indy reminds us that today marks the anniversary not only of the assassination of MLK Jr. in 1968 but also of Robert Kennedy's pacifying speech at the corner of 17th and Broadway in Indianapolis.

A tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

In the Agora's Joshua Claybourn celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy.

Here in the States it's Martin Luther King Jr. Day. While it's partially set aside to remember Michael King, better known as Martin Luther King, Jr., the main point of the day is to remember all that he stood for.

Anytime I watch the "I Have a Dream" speech, it sends shivers up my spine. What a powerful, truthful and well-delivered message. If you have the capabilities, watch this 10 minute, 17 second Real Video clip of Rev. King, Jr. on the steps of Lincoln Memorial giving his famous speech.

Taking Down Words adds:

If you have today off, don't forget why or that we're not quite there yet.

For more information on Dr. King's legacy, visit the King Center here. If you're in the Indy area, you can check out the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park near Downtown. The park is the site where Robert Kennedy gave his speech the night King was assassinated.

Deliberate Chaos writes:

We also forget that the "good old days" weren't always as good as people remember them to be. ...

Let's take a minute or two to silently remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on this day set aside in his honor.

Put 189 candles on the cake!

Indiana's birthday, December 11, 1816, is today!

Thanks to Joshua at the Indiana Barrister for reminding us that today is a day to celebrate.