homes for sale: Wheatfield Indiana - QuickFacts
- 06/18/07 03:23 PM
BY JEAN STARRTimes Correspondent Wheatfield was founded in 1883 on land donated by Simon and Mae Thompson. Like many of the communities in Jasper and Newton counties, the land that Wheatfield occupies was once swampland. Wild rice, or swamp grass, grew in abundance before the land was drained in the mid 19th century. Acres of this plant were said to look like fields of wheat. Another explanation for the town's name is that its center is in the spot where the first field of wheat was grown. Wheat is still grown in the area today along with corn and soybeans. Had it not been … (0 comments)
homes for sale: DeMotte Indiana - QuickFacts
- 06/18/07 03:16 PM
BY JEAN STARRTimes Correspondent If DeMotte residents have it their way, a grand home from the early 20th century will become a splendid reminder of the town's history. DeMotte Chamber member Pat Kopanda has spearheaded the home's acquisition, which is getting so close she can taste it. The Fairchild House, built by Charity Mae Fairchild and her husband in the 1920s, was constructed on the outside in the Colonial revival style. The interior, however, is in the mission style. "It's in really great condition. Most of it is original," she said. "We want to use it as a cultural center for art shows … (1 comments)
homes for sale: ILLINOIS - Famous People
- 06/18/07 03:01 PM
Jane Addams (1860 - 1935) Earned a Nobel Peace Prize for her efforts in helping the inner city poor; born in Cedarville. Black Hawk (1767 - 1838) Sauk leader who led the Indians in the black Hawk War; born near Rock Island. Gwendolyn Brooks (1917 - 2000) The first African-American woman to win a Pulitzer Price; grew up in Chicago. Hillary Rodham Clinton (1947 - ) Lawyer, politician, First Lady to President Bill Clinton, First Lady elected to the United States Senate; born in Chicago. Miles Davis (1926 - 1991) Trumpeter, Composer, Bandleader, and Artist; born in Alton. John Deere (1804 … (0 comments)
homes for sale: LAKE COUNTY INDIANA - Astronauts, Writers, Artists, Educators and Scientists Born in Lake County
- 06/18/07 02:35 PM
Betty Betz born in Hammond, IN 1920 Ms. Betz was a fashion copywriter for Harper's Bazaar magazine and wrote monthly features for Seventeen and Women's Home Companion magazines. During the late 1940's,and early 1950's, she wrote books for adolescents with cartoon drawings and humorous verses by Anne Clark. Her books focused on self-help and emphasized sensibility, being considerate, generous and natural. The titles included Your Manners Are Showing, The Party Book, The Teen-Age Know-How, The Career Book, Manners for Moppets and The Teen-Age Cookbook. She was also a popular lecturer and something of a celebrity with lines of merchandise.Source: More Junior Authors, H. … (0 comments)
homes for sale: LAKE COUNTY INDIANA - Singers, Performers and Conductors Born in Lake County
- 06/18/07 02:30 PM
William Hugh Albright born 1944 in Gary, IN died September 17, 1998 in Ann Arbor, MichiganAmerican composer, organist and pianist of great repute, William Albright began learning the piano at an early age of five. He progressed quickly in his studies showing immense talent as a performer and composer. He attended the Juilliard Preparatory Department(1959-62), the Eastman School of Music(1962-3) and the University of Michigan (1963-70) where his principal teacher was former department chair Ross Lee Finney. Soon after he received a Fulbright Fellowship to study composition for a year with Oliver Messiaen at the Paris Conservatory. In addition to many commissions, he received … (0 comments)
homes for sale: St. John, Indiana - QuickFacts
- 06/10/07 05:53 PM
Located 24 miles southeast of Chicago, St. John is filled with quiet neighborhoods, quality schools and churches. St. John is a well planned community. An extensive bicycle and pedestrian trail winds through lovely subdivisions. Over 20 well equipped parks and an active Park program provides a myriad of activities for our residents. We have many local specialty shops and selected larger retail stores. We are looking toward our families' future with the construction of new schools, churches and safety facilities. Throughout the year, St. John offers numerous festivals and events for our residents and visitors. Please check our events page for upcoming activities … (4 comments)
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