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    Indiana's Bulwark of Civilization: The Construction of the State Library
    • Mar 28
    • 11 min

    Indiana's Bulwark of Civilization: The Construction of the State Library

    Exploring the history behind the construction of the Indiana State Library by the William P. Jungclaus Co.
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    The Bridges of Marion County
    • Mar 16
    • 6 min

    The Bridges of Marion County

    Exploring the history behind several old Indianapolis bridge photos won from an eBay auction.
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    Indianapolis Fire Department and the 1973 Grant Fire: “The finest moment this department ever had.”
    • Feb 13
    • 16 min

    Indianapolis Fire Department and the 1973 Grant Fire: “The finest moment this department ever had.”

    Examining one of the largest fires in the history of Indianapolis, and the efforts of the Indianapolis Fire Department in fighting the fire.
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    The Other Indianapolis City Market
    • Jan 30
    • 6 min

    The Other Indianapolis City Market

    Indianapolis once had two official city markets. This post explores the history of the now long-gone Western Market House.
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    Stereographing History: The Marion County Courthouse
    • Jan 18
    • 5 min

    Stereographing History: The Marion County Courthouse

    Analyzing a recent eBay find of images from the old Marion County courthouse formerly located in downtown Indianapolis.
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    "Biggest Little Thoroughfare in Indianapolis": The History of Pearl Street
    • Jan 11
    • 7 min

    "Biggest Little Thoroughfare in Indianapolis": The History of Pearl Street

    Exploring the history of Pearl Street, the biggest 'little' street in Indianapolis.
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    Construction of an Icon: Building the Circle Tower
    • Dec 23, 2021
    • 6 min

    Construction of an Icon: Building the Circle Tower

    Exploring the history of the Circle Tower in Indianapolis, designed by Rubush & Hunter, and constructed by the William P. Jungclaus Co.
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    Panorama of White River State Park:     A Closer Look
    • Oct 29, 2021
    • 10 min

    Panorama of White River State Park: A Closer Look

    Exploring several highlights contained within a 1981 panoramic photo taken of Indianapolis from a vantage point in White River State Park.
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    Remembering the 12th Street and Canal Crossing Through the Photography of O. James Fox
    • Aug 28, 2021
    • 9 min

    Remembering the 12th Street and Canal Crossing Through the Photography of O. James Fox

    Exploring the history of the neighborhood around 12th Street and the Canal in Indianapolis through the photography of O. James Fox.
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    Constructing a Legacy: William P. Jungclaus and the Building of Indianapolis
    • Aug 9, 2021
    • 11 min

    Constructing a Legacy: William P. Jungclaus and the Building of Indianapolis

    Exploring the history of William P. Jungclaus and the founding of the present day Jungclaus Campbell general contracting firm.
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    Constructing a Neighborhood Landmark: Meridian Street Methodist Church
    • Jul 24, 2021
    • 5 min

    Constructing a Neighborhood Landmark: Meridian Street Methodist Church

    Exploring the history of the Meridian Street Methodist Church's location in Butler-Tarkington.
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    Uncovering the Past: The Ruins at the JW Marriott
    • Jul 14, 2021
    • 5 min

    Uncovering the Past: The Ruins at the JW Marriott

    Reminiscing about the discovery of a potentially historical structure during the construction of the JW Marriott Hotel.
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    A Source of Controversy and Relief: The Marion County Poor Farm
    • May 19, 2021
    • 19 min

    A Source of Controversy and Relief: The Marion County Poor Farm

    Exploring the complicated history of the Marion County, Indiana poor farm from its founding to the middle of the 20th century.
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    The Fair at 311 W. Washington Street
    • Apr 25, 2021
    • 5 min

    The Fair at 311 W. Washington Street

    Taking a look at the history of the Fair Building, a mainstay of the 300 hundred block of W. Washington Street in Indianapolis since 1920.
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    The (Almost) State Centennial Plaza
    • Feb 4, 2021
    • 12 min

    The (Almost) State Centennial Plaza

    Exploring the plan, and fate, of the Indiana Centennial Plaza
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    Searching for the Riverside Park Bear Pit
    • Dec 8, 2020
    • 9 min

    Searching for the Riverside Park Bear Pit

    Exploring the history behind the Riverside Park bear pit in Indianapolis.
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    Home of a Literary Legend: The New Historical Marker at the Booth Tarkington House
    • Oct 23, 2020
    • 4 min

    Home of a Literary Legend: The New Historical Marker at the Booth Tarkington House

    Exploring the placement of a new historical marker explaining the history of Booth Tarkington and his home on Meridian St. in Indianapolis.
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    Silk and Explosives: The Real Silk Strike of 1934
    • Jun 12, 2020
    • 11 min

    Silk and Explosives: The Real Silk Strike of 1934

    Exploring the history of the sometimes violent Real Silk strike which struck Indianapolis in the spring of 1934.
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    Built Local: Exploring the Site, and History, of the Udell Furniture Works
    • Jun 7, 2020
    • 7 min

    Built Local: Exploring the Site, and History, of the Udell Furniture Works

    Exploring the history and site of the now defunct Udell Furniture Works in Indianapolis.
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    The Memory Remains: The Brick Ruin On The Downtown Canal Walk
    • Jan 31, 2020
    • 3 min

    The Memory Remains: The Brick Ruin On The Downtown Canal Walk

    Investigating the history of a bunch of bricks along the Central Canal walk in downtown Indianapolis.
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