Lawrence County, Indiana

by Maxine Kruse

Overview

The Piankeshaws, Delewares, Shawnees, and Pottawattomies once held claim to the land now known as Lawrence County.

Throughout the centuries this area has undergone many periods of dramatic change, creating the rich history that is explored in this volume. Author Maxine Kruse has created a fascinating and comprehensive visual record that explores the history of Lawrence County through a vivid combination of over 200 vintage images and captions. Each area within the county offers its own fascinating history. Mitchell was the birthplace of Virgil "Gus" Grissom and famous train robber Sam Bass. Williams is noted for its covered bridge, the longest bridge span still in use. Oolitic was settled by Italian stone mill workers, bringing a taste of Italy to Indiana.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780738508061
Publisher:	Arcadia Publishing SC
Publication date:	05/09/2001
Series:	Images of America Series
Pages:	128
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.31(d)

About the Author

Maxine Kruse currently works in Lawrence County as the tourism director. She is an active member of the Lawrence County Historical Society, Indiana Historical Society, and the Lawrence County Art Association. This new title is a fascinating journey into the Lawrence County of yesterday.

Table of Contents

	Acknowledgments	6
	Introduction	7
1.	Cities and Small Towns	9
2.	People	21
3.	Limestone Industries and Business	55
4.	Churches	71
5.	Early Schools	81
6.	Transportation	101
7.	Houses and Buildings	111
8.	Legends	125