Advertising items from the Hoops Tea Company (approx. 1900). William Acton Hoops, a native of Goshen, prospered in Chicago where he was an importer of teas, coffees and spices. He bought 4 lots (currently Pier 797) from Dr. John Wright (the...
Colorized postcard shows mouth of cave in Mounds Park. The caves of Mounds Park are almost legendary. An apocryphal story (currently unverified) from the 1920's holds that a child was once lost in one for several hours. No caves are open to the...
Louisville Cement Company (Speed, Ind.); The Warning Star (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); Speed, Ind.; Sellersburg, Ind.; Employees' magazines, newsletters, etc.
This is the 1963 February, March, April, and May issues of The Speed Way. The Speed Way was a monthly newsletter of the Louisville Cement Company in Speed, Indiana. The newsletter was focused on safety issues at the plant but also included human...
This image shows a Civil War Vets Reunion gathered on the corner of Huntington and Main. They're standing in front of Gregor's 5 and dime store, which was later the Anchor Bar, and currently Pie-eyed Peties. Pictured are: (Bottom Row, Left to...
This is a group portrait of a Civil War Vets Reunion, taken on the corner of Main and Huntington, looking south. The veterens are standing in front of Greger's 5&10cent store (5 and dime store), which was later Anchor Bar and is currently Pie-eyed...
First Baptist Church was started in September 1890. The building pictured here, located at 14th and Lincoln Streets , was the congregation's home until 1996. Currently it is unoccupied.
In 1889, the first church of United Brethren was organized in Anderson. This church was their second building and is located on the southeast corner of 9th Street and Madison Avenue. Currently this building is the home of Grace Temple Apostolic...
The Harris Tavern, currently a private residence, was built by William Harris and used as a dwelling, stagecoach stop, and toll house, also believed to have been an Underground Railroad stop.
An image of men hauling a tugboat engine onto a trailer. They are (from left to right) Jeff Guyas, Rex Heckaman (Grandson of John Anna Sudlow), and George Guyas.
Color Photograph. Portion of the historic Troy-Gentryville Road running through Lincoln State Park. Currently, Trail 5 connects to portions of this historic road possibly used by Lincoln and Gentryville residents to travel.
Louisville Cement Company (Speed, Ind.); The Warning Star (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); Speed, Ind.; Sellersburg, Ind.; Employees' magazines, newsletters, etc.
This is the 1959 March, July, August, September, and November issues of The Speed Way. The Speed Way was a monthly newsletter of the Louisville Cement Company in Speed, Indiana. The newsletter was focused on safety issues at the plant but also...
Korean War, 1950-1953--United States; Speedometer (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); USS Valcour (AVP-55); Correspondence; Persian Gulf; Mediterranean Sea; United States. Navy--Military life
Charles writes to Jesse to thank him for the letters and the Speed-O-Meter and to give him his new address. The naval ship that he is on is a small seaplane tender. They can also do communications and weather observation. They are in the...
Korean War, 1950-1953--United States; Speedometer (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); Camp Atterbury (Ind.); United States. Army--Military life;Military education; Correspondence; Indiana University
Delyn is writing from Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana. The first time he received Jesse’s letters he was in Europe while in combat with an Infantry rifle company. He really appreciates receiving the letters once again from Jesse just...
Korean War, 1950-1953--United States; Speedometer (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); Correspondence; USS Higbee (DDR-806); United States. Navy--Military life--Fire control technician
Herbert is in the Navy and currently in Yakasuka, Japan. He is glad to get letters and the Speed-O-Meter from Jesse each month. Their ship took a two week cruise to Korea. He is working as a fire control technician. This letter is part of the Jesse...
Korean War, 1950-1953--United States; Speedometer (Louisville Cement Company employee newsletter); United States. Army. Women's Army Corps--Military life; Correspondence
Mabyn has just gotten back after a 3 day pass. She has received Jesse’s letter and Speed-O-Meter. She rested while on leave as it is impossible for her to get rest on the post. She states that the Finance Center in Indianapolis will take two...
Korean War, 1950-1953--United States; United States. Air Force--Military life; Ground Controlled Approach Unit; Taegu (Korea); Pussan (Korea); Fuchu (Japan)
Marvin is currently stationed in Japan but had to go to Korea. He went to survey for a site to locate radar equipment. He has been to several countries overseas and thinks Korea is the most primitive. He does not see what is being fought over. The...
