The Boston Molasses Flood of 1919 gave us modern building standards
This past weekend was the 103rd anniversary of the January 15, 1919 Boston Molasses Flood. A lot of people chuckle at the notion, but it … Read More
Archive of my live-tweets on the Baron Lamm bank robbery
An archive of my live-tweet series on the 91st anniversary of the Clinton, Ind. bank robbery that led to the rise and fall of the modern bank robbery.
1925’s Tri-State Tornado vs 2021’s Quad-State Tornado
The record for the world’s worst tornado is a little fuzzy. But it’s likely the 2021 Quad-State is a longer-track storm than 1925’s record-holding event. But other records remain to be seen.
George Washington would have worn a mask
George Washington knew the value of every able body. He would have worn a mask if he knew what we know today. Heck, even if we only suspected what we know today he would have worn a mask.
How an arrowâs shadow set boundaries for many Indiana counties and towns
â10 OâClock Lineâ Treaty has a significant role in Hoosier history A curious historical marker sits along US 40 about half an hour’s drive east … Read More