Monthly Archives: August 2016

Collectible Walking Sticks

August 11, 2016 | by Linda Hamer Kennett

Long a symbol of style and social standing, canes and walking sticks offer the collector a glimpse of history, art and pride of craftsmanship. This is not a collectable for the impatient. The collecting of canes requires a considerable investment of time, but as those who relish the challenge will … Read More

World War I 100 Years Ago: Aug. 12-18

August 11, 2016 | by Weekly View

From The Indianapolis News, Thursday, August 17, 1916: The War Department is considering enlarging Fort Benjamin Harrison from a regimental to a brigade post. The first step in this plan is the establishment of a general hospital, and Major George M. Wells is coming to the fort to determine the … Read More

Lazy Days of August

August 11, 2016 | by Steve Nicewanger

Bryan Clauson Last Saturday night in Belleville Kansas, 27-year-old Noblesville resident Bryan Clauson was involved in a blood chilling crash while leading the Belleville Midget Nationals championship race. He died of the injuries he sustained early Monday morning. Clauson had laid out what he called the 2016 200 races tour. … Read More

This Week’s Issue: Aug. 5-11

August 4, 2016 | by Weekly View

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Indiana State Fair Celebrating State’s Bicentennial

August 4, 2016 | by Weekly View

The Indiana State Fair runs August 5-21 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, 1202 E. 38th St. This year, celebrating the 200th “birthday” of Indiana, the State Fair will be offering more, bigger, and better attractions and events to keep Hoosiers of all ages entertained. The 2016 Indiana State Fair is … Read More