Article Archives: 100 Years Ago

100 Years Ago this Week: March 15-22

March 14, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Sun, Tuesday, March 18, 1913:  Mayor Shank announced today that all dogs must be muzzled by April 1. The action follows the emergency resolution adopted by board of health in response to the existing hydrophobia situation. In the last month, a number of cases have been reported … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: March 8-15

March 7, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Sun, Sunday, March 9, 1913: If promises made by the city board of works are fulfilled, Indianapolis is to lose another of its scenic railways, loop the loops, dip the dips, and roller coasters combined. The street car company is required to keep the tracks in good … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: March 1-8

February 28, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Star, Sunday, March 2, 1913: The first woman, A. Elizabeth Todd, seeking to practice law in Marion County courts was admitted to the bar yesterday morning by Circuit Court Judge Charles Remster. It is understood that Mrs. Todd, wife of attorney George W. Todd, will assist her … Read More

100 Years Ago This Week: Feb. 22-March 1

February 21, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis Star, Wednesday, February 26, 1913:  The 23rd Infantry Regiment, garrisoned at Ft. Harrison, left this morning in a special train for Texas City in accordance with orders received Monday evening by Col. Edwin P. Glenn. The regiment was called out with the rest of the 4th Brigade … Read More

100 Years Ago: Feb. 15-22

February 14, 2013 | by Steven R. Barnett

From The Indianapolis News, Wednesday, February 19, 1913:  Thirteen Indiana newspaper women from different parts of the state met yesterday at the Ayres tea room and organized the Woman’s Press Club of Indiana. Officers of the club are:  Hester A. Moffett, Elwood Record, president; Blanche C. Foster, The Indianapolis News, … Read More