Columbus Indiana Hash

[Margo CHS Class of 55]

I am trying to locate any information on the Bethel Ambassadors , a Gospel Quartet made up of members from Bethel Baptist Church. The original men were Joe Hunter, Ralph Behrman,Harold Huffman, and Loyd Stader. My father was very close friends with Joe and Harold, as they all worked together at Mooney Tannery.They were extremely popular during the late '40's and all thrrough the fifties. Our family always went to hear them sing as we knew we were going to have a great time!

I would appreciate any information about them. Blessings, Margo

[richard]

In this thread on July 5, page 1 one of the subjects was Curtain Stretchers. It’s taken a few months to get this together. For you youngsters, pictures of one brand of Curtain Stretchers follow.

[nancs]

Thanks, Richard, for posting these photos of curtain stretchers. And pretty much exactly as I remembered. When you look closely you can see those little tacks, the ones that did 'harm' to the fingers. ;D I noticed the 'measurement markings' which make sense, so you got the curtain stretched to the right size, I guess. Had not thought about that being necessary, but--------!

Thanks for sharing.

Nanc

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Anyone ever eat here??

[richard]

The Born 63 Years Too Soon . . . column below is from the Saturday, June 24, 1961 “The Evening Republican.” At that time the front page was 15 ¼ inches wide and 22 ¾ inches from top to bottom. Today “The Republic,” is 12 9/16 inches wide and still 22 ¾ inches from top to bottom. The article about the Columbus Cycle Club created a question for me. Where was “King’s Ford?” Then the last article talks about the “new paved streets.” Could this be the first paved streets in Columbus or had they been repaved?

Would anyone be interested in seeing any Ads from that paper?

[richard]

11/20/2005

Sign at Bob Franke’s Columbus, Indiana Dairy Queen. Tony Stewart 2005 Nextel Cup Champ.

[Anne Brierly Fischer]

admin said:

Thanks to EC, here's some info regarding Saps:

The 1953 City Directory lists Sap's Bakery and Delicatessen at 525 Washington Street. That would put it on the east side of Washington, what, around the vicinity of Neal's Paint today?
Sap's Wholesale Bakery was at 301--317 12th Street. That address would put it behind Paul & Rudy's Service Station, which was at 1204 Washington Street. Sap's was more or less on Jackson Street.
EC and I both remembered hearing that this building burned down at some point in time, but I can't remember where I saw or heard it.
By the way, Nichols Body Shop was located next door to Saps (the 12th Street address), and took over the Sap's building after they moved into the location out on Central (or National Road, whichever you prefer here).

Regarding kitchen utensils: for a long time, my aunt searched for a good "egg separator." As a kid growing up, I always thought this was a strange sounding device, and could never fully grasp the context until I got older.

After all, from a kid's standpoint, who would ever want to separate eggs?

If you were to ask anyone from my generation what a cherry stoner was, they'd probably say a really cool ("boss") hippie!

And speaking of the slang words, "cherry," and "boss," were these words used around the Columbus area in the 50's, or were they mainly used on the west coast? I was just a youngun, but I don't recall ever hearing anyone use these terms around here.

[nancs]

Hi to all,
And guess this is the best place to wish everyone a blessed Christmas and holiday season. And best wishes for a great 2006.

Take care, one and all, and make a resolution to post regularly on these message boards in the new year.

Love to all,
Nanc ;-)

[David Sechrest]

Jessica, I moved your post here. I apologize, but I don't think it needed its own folder...

I'm planning a wedding reception for the 4th and am looking for historic estates or gardens in the Columbus area as a venue. Nearly all of my extended family live in Columbus, but I know very little about the area, being a D.C. girl.

What I'm looking for is someplace with great architecture and some outdoor space- adequate enough for around 50 people- so we can watch the fireworks in the evening (wherever those might be).

I'd greatly appreciate any suggestions people might have for houses, grounds, or gardens- public or private. Many thanks! Jessica

[David Sechrest]

Jessica, regarding your request:

For many years, 4th of July fireworks have been let off at the 4-H Fairgrounds. The Fairgrounds is a couple of miles from our downtown area.

I can't think of any places you're asking about around the 4-H grounds.

Are fireworks still let off out at the Edinburg Mall? If so, you might want to check into the Breeding farm as a possible location. You can contact the Bartholomew County Historical Society, as they rent the place. You can contact them at 812-372-3541. Ask for Michelle Bottorff.

Does anyone else know any nice outdoor places?

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David, the fireworks that the town of Edinburg has on the 4th should be well seen from the Breeding farm, they put on a good show. George

[David Sechrest]

Hi George! Nice to see you around the boards. Hope your holidays were fine, and you too!

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Thank you David, I'm back on my feet and doing pretty good, hope the same for you.
I was down to Heartland yesterday to pick up my book," The Roadsters", but they are not in yet. I ask about you and Sue said, you were not working that day.
Sue said the books should be in Friday, if anyone has one on order.

[David Sechrest]

I think it would be really great to have a "Historic Columbus Indiana" gathering of sorts sometime this coming summer.

Donner Park or Mill Race might be a logical choice.

Maybe we could have a pitch-in type picnic, and bring old pictures and other items.

Does this idea sound appealing to everyone here?

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Sounds like a great idea Dave, count me in. George

[nancs]

When, when?? Give me some advance notice of a date, so I can see about some plans to head to Columbus. The only date, at the moment, that would not fly with me, would be June 17th. I THINK IT IS A WONDERFUL IDEA. Keep us up to date. Hey, David, why don't you start a thread on this, so it is easy for everyone to find? OMG, I could get so excited!!!!!

This is just too, too exciting!!!

Nanc

[richard]

George on the left and David our webmaster, ready for lunch at Sadie’s.

[nancs]

Thanks, Richard-----ah, names with faces. Love it. Hope you guys had a great lunch!!!!! ;D

Nanc

[David Sechrest]

Great lunch, and better yet: great company!

[LouiseMaple]

I haven't been around lately. I noticed that Nancy talked about the mink farm. Does anyone recall a trip to the country to a beekeepers' house? My parents would occasionally go out there to get a frame of honey. I wish that I had paid more attention. I married a man who became a beekeeper. What I really remember is totally unrelated.
Many of us of the 1940s remember that outhouses were common in the country. This man had an outhouse that was unique. I had frequently seen 2-holers and once in a while a 3-holer. This was a 5-holer!?! All at different heights to suit those that were being potty trained all the way up to those that were very tall.
Does anyone remember something like that?
Maybe this belongs to the 1940s thread?