Monthly Archives: June 2021

100 Years Ago: June 4-10

June 3, 2021 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Star, Tuesday, June 7, 1921: A system of “personal ratings” has been introduced at Arsenal Technical High School for all graduating seniors. The comprehensive report will not only include scholastic attainments, but also general ability and personal characteristics so parents and businesses seeking information of Tech graduates … Read More

What REALLY Happened to the H.H. Holmes House?, Part 2

June 3, 2021 | by Al Hunter

This column originally appeared in the Oct. 20, 2017 issue of the Weekly View. Having led ghost tours in Irvington for the past 15 years, I’ve learned a lot about this community’s history, her people and it’s folklore. That learning process continues every time I walk the streets and sidewalks … Read More

Indy 500 Wrap Up

June 3, 2021 | by Steve Nicewanger

135,000 spectators officially came to the track to watch the greatest spectacle in racing last Sunday. That’s the largest number of fans gathered for any event during the pandemic. It was perfect for racing — sunny, cool, and comfortable. Everyone was ready for a really big show and they got … Read More

Memorial

June 3, 2021 | by CJ Woods III

Many years ago, I heard a story on my local National Public Radio station. The story moved me to immediately buy the book that was being reviewed. (I am that “heard it on NPR” guy.) The book was about an event that happened in an area of Tulsa, Oklahoma. After … Read More