Article Archives: Bumps in the Night

Walt Disney Meets LBJ

November 6, 2014 | by Al Hunter

Mid-term elections are over, so I figure it is once again safe to write about politics. Well, sort of anyway. One of my favorite political stories involves a pair of Baby Boomer heroes on the eve of the seminal 1964 Presidential election. On September 14, 1964, Walt Disney received the … Read More

Sylvia —The Likens Story

October 30, 2014 | by Al Hunter

During my dance with ink and paper I have met Presidents, Senators, Congressmen, Governors, statesmen, scholars, moon-walking astronauts, government and law enforcement officials, criminals, Hall of Fame athletes, stars of stage, screen, radio and TV and a vast assortment of celebrities from all fields of endeavor. Yet, I cannot recall … Read More

Meet the Ghosts of the Indiana State Library

October 23, 2014 | by Al Hunter

In September of 2013, I received an e-mail from Irvingtonian Steve Schmidt of the Indiana State Library. This was not your average, everyday e-mail. The subject line read simply, “Ghost in the State Library.” Okay, that got my attention. Steve suggested that I put together a “Halloween program about our … Read More

The Ghosts of Irvington and Why They Matter

October 16, 2014 | by Al Hunter

It’s that time of year again in the Irv: Halloween season. Houses are sprouting spider webs and ghost circles, windows of businesses are being prepped for seasonal artwork, children (and some adults) are carefully planning their costumes, candy and treats are being stockpiled, and the finishing touches are being made … Read More

Washington Irving’s Sleepy Hollow

October 9, 2014 | by Al Hunter

The last installment of my slightly spooky 25th anniversary travel blog ends at the beginning; Washington Irving’s Sleepy Hollow in New York State. First of all, the area can be a confusing traverse through the northern environs of upper New York City if you are not careful. Secondly, the search … Read More