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John Caven
(Apr. 12, 1824-Mar. 9, 1905). Born near McKeesport, Pennsylvania, Caven attended a primitive log school. He worked as a laborer… Read More »John Caven
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Kemper House
Businessman Charles Pierson constructed what is now known as the Kemper House in 1873 for his new bride, Mary Alice… Read More »Kemper House
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Mexican-American War
On May 16, 1846, Governor James Whitcomb was given a federal quota to supply three regiments of infantry or riflemen… Read More »Mexican-American War
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American Legion Department of Indiana
The Department of Indiana branch of the American Legion is a statewide veterans organization affiliated with the American Legion and… Read More »American Legion Department of Indiana
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Tennis
Little information has survived concerning tennis in Indianapolis in the 19th century. The (IAC) hosted the earliest recorded tournaments in… Read More »Tennis