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Happy Summer and welcome back to . . . in Gibson County

This will be a summer to remember because nothing is normal. There will be no Fair, Sweet Corn or Watermelon Festival. Many groups, churches, and local vendors will be without their normal activities that help with income. However, our little spot in the state is resilient and not to be deterred, there’s a story on a piece of Fair history.

With the heat of summer, this month the Cooking Corner will feature a few quick dishes that won’t heat up the kitchen.

In the Business Today there’s a feature about an East Gibson business HT Painting & Powder Coating. After driving by this place often, now we get to learn what is powder coating and how they began.

It’s that time of year once again, produce is popping and agriculture is back. We have some local history highlighted in Country Connections.

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Harness Racing Close to Home Story: Jancey Smith, Photos: provided

Almost all of us have some fond memory of going to the Fair as a kid. Many local youth participated in 4-H activities that benefited them for a lifetime. Others of us got a thrill out of bringing a goldfish home only to give it a token flush in a few days. “Momma, look what I won!” It could have been a young father that won a teddy bear The main gate and previous office of the Gibson County Fair. for his beaming toddler that would make a lifetime memory. As teenagers, there were concerts attended with our friends that would give us a fond reflection of our county fair.

One of the longest traditions of the Gibson County Fair was harness racing. It’s recorded that in 1859, the fair had grown so much that they purchased more land on January 4th, 1860. This extra six acres allowed them to A “pacer” poses in front of the judges stand at the Gibson County Fair grounds. It’s raised 15 feet hight so that the horses can be seen all the construct a 1/3 mile in circumference show ring. For way around the track to make sure they don’t break stride or cheat. years after that the ring was used only for showing not racing. It wasn’t until 1883, when the fair board believe the beginning of harness racing dates back to expanded the ring to a 1/2 mile track did harness racing the days of chariots and gladiators but others tend to become a staple. think of it as an offshoot of the horse and buggy days, When most people think of horse racing, they think of “Who’s horse is faster?” much like we did years later the Triple Crown and Thoroughbred racing. Today it’s with muscle cars and street rods. the most widely publicized. However, harness racing has Standardbred horses are the breed of choice for been around for hundreds of years if not longer. Some harness racing. They are shorter but longer and built more for work and endurance. The Thoroughbred is Cover photo is Walter Scott of Princeton Lawn & Power, handing more for speed and is taller and leggy. Harness racing a ribbon to the winner in 1949 or 1950. Photos: provided

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has drivers instead of jockeys and lead to broken and bent wheels they pull a cart called a sulky or and often heated words between spider. It’s a simple cart with two the drivers. bicycle wheels.

These races went on all The noticeable difference is that afternoon for both pacers and Thoroughbreds flat out run in a trotters. Walter described how gallop, where as harness racing each race began. The horses horses either trot or pace and must pulling their drivers lined up behind maintain that gate during the race. what he thinks was a 1950’s Buick These two types of races differ in that had two arms on each side how the horse runs. In the case of a (like wings) with sections for the The Fair 1907-1908 trotter, their legs move diagonally horses to stay behind. The car forward. A pacer, as pictured, runs laterally with the legs would take off with the horses running behind until it on one side going forward and then the other. Pacing came up to a high enough speed that it pulled off the isn’t normal for the horse which is why the harness track at an angle so the horses could continue.It was helps. Currently most harness races in the United States always exciting. Of course gambling wasn’t allowed, but are run by pacers and they can reach up to 30 mph. most likely there was some side betting that ensued.

Harness racing of both trotting and pacing horses Harness racing at the fairgrounds lasted until 1970. were held at the horse track at the fairgrounds. Walter After that the demolition derby and tractor pulls took over Scott of Princeton, remembers going to the fairgrounds in popularity. During these last 50 years the Gibson to watch the races as a young kid. His family would bring County Fair has never been cancelled - until this year. In sack lunches and picnic under the large shade trees its 165 year history, the fair has only been cancelled six west of the grandstand and watch the horse races. The times. In 1934, there was a contract cancellation and the grandstands were filled and the crowd overflowed into board didn’t want to substitute substandard the nearby area. He said, “The merchants would close entertainment. During the Civil War and both World down to come watch the races.”

Wars there wasn’t a fair and now for the first time in over He remembers going with his dad to talk to the drivers a hundred years, we have a pandemic. Let’s hope for a and be around the horses. He also said, “That like better 2021 for all.

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Golden Barrel Cactus - GBC (Echinocactus Grusonii)

The Golden Barrel Cactus is a common cactus for beginners to start their cactus collection. It’s roundish in shape and has a coating of golden spines. (Ouch!) To some it may look like a pincushion, earning the cactus the interesting name of ‘mother-in-law’s cushion’.

The GBC has been a popular houseplant cactus in Europe and North America since the 1800’s. Since it has been so popular in the past, it is rarely found in the wild these days. However, thankfully, botanists have learned how to propagate the GBC, so there will be plenty for now and years to come.

The GBC is native to arid desert regions. It is a really robust and relatively easy cactus to care for in the home.

A person usually doesn’t have to put a lot of time and effort into looking after this plant, but there are still a few simple care tips a person can follow to keep your GBC looking healthy year after year.

• Keep your cactus at low to moderate temperatures averaging between 50 and 70 degrees during the day.

Don’t expose your GBC to temps lower than 40 degrees, because extreme cold and frost can damage the plant’s health.

• This plant grows best when given plenty of sunlight.

When growing a GBC indoors make sure it gets as much sunlight as possible.

• During the warmer months, May through September, water your cactus every other week. Fill the saucer it’s sitting in, about 1/2 of water. After about an hour, dump out any water that hasn’t been soaked up.

From about late September or the beginning of October, water your GBC once a month with about 1/2 the amount you used during the summer months. During May through September, fertilize it once a month instead of the usual watering.

Repotting - This cactus grows extremely slowly.

Once you start to see the roots coming out of drainage holes and/or your GBC sides have grown to the pot rim, you know it’s time to repot.

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Repotting your plant does take some preplanning. Make sure you have thick gloves to wear during repotting. You also might want take a rolled up newspaper (roll the paper lengthwise) to use as a gripping tool.

The new pot should be about an 1” or 2” larger around than its original pot. Get a bag of cactus soil from your local gardening center or discount store. You might also want to add a cup or so of sand to the cactus soil. Take about a cup or two of of the cactus soil and put in a dry bucket, a larger bowl, or other larger dry container. Add a cup or so of sand to this cactus soil. Next add about 1/2 cup of pea gravel to the cactus soil and sand. Mix the soil, sand, and gravel up thoroughly. Put an 1” or 2” of drainage material in the bottom of the new pot. For this, you might want to use broken pieces of clay pot or smaller rocks. Put about 1” of your soil mixture on top of the drainage material.

Put your gloves on and pick up your cactus and set it in its new pot. If the top of the soil of the root ball is above the top of the pot take some of the soil that you’ve just put in out. Once you’ve got the height of your GBC correct in its new pot, fill in all around the edges with the soil mixture you’ve made, When finished, set your newly potted cactus in a plant saucer. Fill the plant saucer to the top with water. After two to three hours dump any excess water out that has not been soaked up. Place your newly potted GBC in full sun. You can also place your plant outside in full sun, providing the temps stay above 50 degrees.

GBCs are an unusual and unique plant in God’s creation. So, what better gift to give to someone than something unique that says, “I care”. Even though this world can be a prickly, hurting place, there is still beauty under something that may appear to be prickly, rough, and odd.

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Backyard Birds -

What the American Goldfinch told me.

Last year I planted many types of flowers for butterflies, bees and songbirds that would benefit from the nectar and seeds. I looked forward to my little experiment and seeing the enjoyment of these creatures utilizing a food source that I had grown.

These plantings included two types of sunflowers. One variety of sunflower was called “Mammoth”, It grows 7 to 12 feet high and has a single seed head that is more than 12 to 16 inches across.

They are large and beautiful.

The other variety of sunflower I planted was called “Autumn Beauty”. Each bloom has a dark brown center and each petal has a color that fades from a dark rust to a vibrant yellow at the tips. Each plant has multiple six inch seed heads per plant on long stems coming from the center stalk.

In late summer when these beauties were reaching full maturity, I noticed some American Goldfinches bouncing around from head to head on these plants. The fruit of my labor was coming full circle. The seeds I planted were now providing seeds for these little golden fellows. They were enjoying their meals and I was enjoying my plan as it came to fruition. The day I noticed these golden songbirds alighting upon these plants I felt good. I looked out the window the next day and didn’t see any more activity from these brightly colored birds. I looked and watched for several days and didn’t see anything more of these little guys. I was thinking, “Where did they go?”

After these plants had surely reached full maturity, I decided that it was time to cut them down and shell all the remaining seeds from the heads to be collected for my bird feeders. I was cutting down the Mammoth from its lofty height only to notice that none of the seeds had been touched. Every single head was completely intact without one seed being eaten. I could not figure this out.

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Next I began to cut down the “Autumn Beauty” variety. I found there was not one seed left in any of the multiple heads per plant. They were stripped clean with not one remaining seed.

I had planted around seven plants of this variety that had nine to twelve heads per plant that were completely emptied of their bounty in one day by the American Goldfinch. I enjoyed the fact they found them so desirable but was shocked at how the seeds could be completely picked clean in one day. I could not figure out why the seeds of the Mammoth variety were being ignored. I eventually shelled all those Mammoth seeds from each flower head and put them in my hanging feeder and platform feeder in my yard. My shelled quantity was about three gallons worth. Once these seeds were found by my Northern Cardinals they were gone in about a day and a half. Just as the Goldfinch devoured the Autumn Beauty seeds the Cardinals had devoured the Mammoth seeds.

I knew better, but somehow in my quest of wanting to plant a natural food diner, I became oblivious to the fact that all seeds are not created equal. While the mammoth seeds were too big to be shelled by the small beak of the goldfinch, the Autumn Beauty, a much smaller seed, was much easier for them.

The American Goldfinch in their vibrant lemon yellow dinner jacket is quite handsome and always welcome at my feeders. Now, that I am watching the menu of course.

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Legacy Taste of the Garden: Spreading generational knowledge

Since the mid 1800’s, Lyles Station (one of the last remaining African American colonies) and farming have gone hand-in-hand. Free African Americans bought land and built it into a self-sufficient farming community, using the sand-like soil to grow corn, watermelon, cantaloupe, grain and other produce to feed their community.

DeAnthony Jamerson of Legacy Taste of the Garden wants to continue the heritage of his ancestors by providing produce to the community, teaching about farming and how to be self-sufficient.

The black-owned family business is more than a produce stand. They also donate vegetables to food pantries, spread awareness about black farmers and work with Purdue University to assist farmers with disabilities.

DeAnthony said he was inspired by the national recognition his grandfather, Norman Greer, received for being one of the last remaining African American farmers to still farm on Lyles Station soil.

Greer’s picture, farm soil and his quote, “This land is everything,” were put on display in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., in September 2016.

“It gave me a sense of pride and a sense of importance,” DeAnthony said of seeing his grandfather’s legacy in the national museum.

As a kid, he always thought of his grandfather as the “big boss” and admired how hard he worked. DeAnthony would work in the fields turning and loading up his grandfather’s famous watermelons. Now at 27, he appreciates learning how to work in the fields and is in his fifth summer of having the produce stand.

Legacy Taste of the Garden is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday through Monday across from the grain elevator past Lyles Station School.

When DeAnthony started the family business, he knew it was only right to use his great-uncle Gerald Greer’s stand to “uphold the legacy.” For years, Greer’s

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stand had watermelons, cantaloupe, tomatoes, sweet corn, and was located where Asian Star Buffet and Hibachi Grill is currently located.

DeAnthony’s mother, Denise Jamerson, said her son wants to continue the legacy of what their family has done and teach it to others.

“He’s been around it all of his life,” she said. Denise also explained that her son teaches farming classes and community gardening, and his main message is feeding and educating people about African American farmers.

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, in 2017, there were 48,697 black farm producers–a 5 % increase from 46,582 in 2012.

Denise said it’s important for people to see African American farmers. “(We’re) planting the seed in these kids,” she said. “We plan to continue to grow, bring food to the community and educate people.

Denise said they are teaching people how to grow a garden no matter their circumstances. For example, if someone lives in an apartment and doesn’t have the land to start a garden, they show them how they can grow their plants in a bucket.

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DeAnthony said he’s learned more about the agriculture business in college, and his grandfather is also teaching him about “bumps in the Norman Greer, family icon. road with farming.” One lesson his grandfather learned was financing when he had to sell some of his land to satisfy an inflated USDA loan.

DeAnthony said legacy is a lifestyle: you teach, grow and show others how it’s done. He said with the many changes happening in 2020, it’s important for people to grow food for themselves.

Legacy produce stand currently distributes Farmers to Family Food Boxes to Gary, Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, and Chicago.

As for future plans, DeAnthony plans to start Legacy Taste of the Garden subscription box service.

Customers can go online, pay for their seasonal vegetable box, then pick it up at a designated location. Denise said the subscription box option is something they were considering, but COVID-19 pushed them to pursue it earlier.

“We’re all trying to work through it,” she said.

Despite COVID-19 slowing down businesses and future plans, the Jamersons don’t plan on stopping.

“We plan to continue to grow, bring food to the community and educate people,” Denise said. She also hopes that future farmers will “see their legacy and be their legacy.”

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Reaction to recent national events reached Gibson County. On Sunday, June 7th , a peaceful protest was organized to emphasize racial injustice. The city officials, Mayor and members of local law enforcement agencies joined community members in a peaceful demonstration that included prayer and encouragement.

On Thursday, June 18th, words were put into action when the City of Princeton and its police department joined partnership with the NAACP. A resolution of principals were presented that focus on the values of how to protect and serve the community with equality for all.

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Picturing the Past Story and photos: Greg Wright

The Southern Railway Shops were located in Princeton from 1893 to 1950. It was the major repair hub for the Southern Railroad. The shops serviced trains traveling between Louisville, Kentucky, and St. Louis, Missouri.

The Southern Railway Shops were a contributing factor in the development of Princeton, after the fire of 1893.

The plan for building the shops was announced on November 13, 1890, saying that the Louisville, Evansville, and St. Louis Consolidated Railroad Company intended to put a large scale ‘general main machine and repair shop’ along their then route of over 300 miles. Several towns and cities placed bids for these shops to come to their community that were at this time located on a smaller scale in Huntingburg, Indiana. D. J. Mackey, president and manager of the Louisville, Evansville, and St. Louis Consolidated Railroad Company, wrote a letter to Harry Kurtz, a Princeton resident and railroad promoter, that was published in the Princeton Clarion. The letter requested a donation of 40 acres within three thousand yards of the courthouse square. He outlined in the letter that their intention was to build six buildings including: general main and repair shops, round house, car shops, paint shops, blacksmith shops and an office building.

On November 22, 1890, three people from each school district in Patoka township were taken to the Baltimore and Ohio Shops to go among the citizens and farmers in the vicinity to decide whether having the Railway Shops would be good for their community. The majority of these men decided Princeton needed the Railway Shops and that the 40 acres should be donated.

An election was held on January 13, 1891, where 959 voted for and 549 voted against.

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One requirement of the railroad was that an ample amount of water be available for use at the shops’ location.

Immediately work commenced to construct a pumping station north of Princeton and water lines began to be laid to provide the shops with water as well as the local citizens and other industry in town. These water lines were not yet complete to provide fire protection in 1893, when the great fire destroyed a large section of downtown.

In the heyday of the railroad during the teens and 1920’s, more than 500 men were employed at the southern railway shops. Most homes located south of Monroe Street sprang up as more and more workers relocated to Princeton’s south end to secure jobs at the shops. As the need for railroads diminished after WWII and more and more automobiles and trucks took Continued next page

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advantage of the new interstate highway system, the southern shops closed in the mid 1950’s, closing out a very important era in Princeton History. Today a majority of the old shops property is home to Mid-States Rubber Factory.

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George Pickersgill - Gibson Co. Veterans Service Officer, 812 385-4522 This month I thought I’d give you a brief update on the status of your Veterans’ Service Office. I am happy to report that the office is fully open and able to receive walk-in clients without restrictions. In keeping with the Governor’s recommended guidelines, masks are still encouraged, but not mandatory.

And of course, please exercise good judgement if you are feeling ill. Come and see me if I can be of assistance to you in any veteran matter.

Sadly, I am still currently unable to provide you with transportation to the VA. Our volunteers are still prohibited from driving any passengers. As a result of recent consultation with the VA however, I feel like this will soon be coming to an end and we will be able to return to normal driving operations for those who require it.

Lastly, many will remember that we recently installed, on the south side of the courthouse, a flag retirement drop box.

I’m thrilled to tell you that it has been an overwhelming success. I’ve removed (and retired) nearly 150 flags since its inception. These are flags that likely would have wound up in the landfill but not for this option. Spread the word and encourage others to use it, too.

This office exists to honor and serve YOU, the veterans of America’s armed forces. Let me know how I can do that.

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One of their most popular services that I found the most interesting is their powder coating operation. I didn’t know a thing about powder coating before stumbling on this business via Facebook.

Owner Terry Wallace Powder coating is a process that utilizes electricity and a process called electrostatic spray deposition in which a spray gun applies an electrostatic charge to dry powder paint particles, which are then attracted to a grounded metal item that is receiving the spray. The item is always sandblasted first to remove any old paint or dirt, then it is sprayed with the powder color of your choice. Once the powder thoroughly covering the item, it is then placed in a large oven to be cured.

HT Painting currently has an oven the size of a small room, measuring 16’ x 8’ x 8’. They have powder coated items as big as spiral staircases and many various sized vehicle frames as an example. Alternately, they also do small items like different types of bolts and small parts.

The interesting part about powder coating is that in the end the item is evenly coated and has an almost flawless finish that the process creates. It provides a new perfect look, extra protection from wear and tear, and is also much better for the environment compared to wet paint.

Wet paint is made up of solvents to keep it in a liquid state that are not good for the environment compared to powder paint products. The time from powder coat spray to finished product compared to wet paint is drastically

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lower, too. Items fresh out of the oven with powder coat are cooled in minutes and ready for pickup much sooner than an item requiring wet paint.

Some of the most popular items that come through their shop for powder coating are iron patio furniture, automotive and ATV parts, along with various manufactured parts for industries around the area. The Antique Switch Engine located at The Museum of the Coal Industry in possibilities are endless, as anything made of metal and Lynnville Indiana, restored by HT Painting & Powder Coating in 2012. can be baked in an oven at 400 degrees can be powder his daughter Shari for helping him really grow it into a coated. full-time career path.

In 1991, Terry, his dad Hack Wallace, along with One of coolest projects Terry is appreciative of being Terry’s uncle, Henry Chapman, all started painting grain chosen for is an old train donated by Peabody Coal to bins and barns for farmers for some extra money on the The Museum of the Coal Industry located in Lynnville, weekends. It wasn’t long until they were growing in demand and were painting every weekend for months on Indiana, in 2012. He was approached about helping with the painting and restoration process for this antique end.

Switch Engine train named Tinker Bell, bringing it back After his uncle’s passing, his dad didn’t have the to life again to be on display at the museum. heart to continue in the business and let Terry do with it Much of the work they have done for clients has as he wished. So, Terry and his best friend Steve ended up in other countries around the world and one Knowles continued painting on weekends, eventually time in a country music video! bringing in a cousin and some additional guys to help.

I asked Terry what is the best part of this profession?

After taking a good bit of time off of the painting He recounted a story about when he took a lady’s old business, and a layoff from his full-time job, Terry’s wife, Brenda encouraged him to start up the painting business lawn chairs that were very rusted. Terry said, “When she came to pick them up, she cried because they looked so again. Brenda and Terry ran the business but he credits

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continued good. It’s stuff like that when people are appreciative of you taking something old, that looks bad and turn it into Photos: Jancey Smith something like a work of art.”

Terry’s future business plans are to continue to Princeton Ponderosa expand just a little bit more to offer a few extra services Closed he would like to have available for his clients.

Terry and his wife Brenda are well known for treating March, 2020 marked 11 their employees like family. I have personally seen this years that the George family and feel that it is a wonderful trait for any business and opened the Ponderosa in especially those in your own back yard. Family owned Princeton. That month Covid hit businesses are the heart and soul of our country. forcing a shutdown. The last day Shopping local for goods and services is always a great of business was June 19th, for way to keep our communities strong and helps your local this buffet oriented restaurant. economy.

If you would like to inquire about any of the many Stratton Family Dental Finds New Home services they can provide, you can reach out via email at The dental practice of Sarah Stratton has outgrown its Sales@HTPaintingPowderCoating.com or their Facebook current location on E. Broadway in Princeton and has page. moved to the office near the Princeton IGA. The building formerly was the location of Southwest Patoka Has Dollar General Store Coming Mental Health.

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Local Retailer to Close Doors

Initially holding its grand opening March 21, 2019, Gordman’s didn’t survive the spring quarantine. The store is set to close soon and sales are in process.

Members of the Gibson County Chamber of Commerce, The Princeton City Council and Economic Development celebrate the opening of the Baldwin Heights Apartments with a ribbon cutting Friday, June 19th. There are 48 total rental units, 36 with multiple bedrooms that include various amenities.

Tulip Tree Expands to Princeton Square

Shearer Construction has begun renovations on the new home of Tulip Tree’s expanded services.

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As the Vet Says -

-Dr. Marybeth Feutz, Princeton Veterinary Hospital

Safe Summer Exercise for Dogs

Summer is a great time to get into the habit of regular walks with our dogs. When you’re walking your dog outside during the summer or playing fetch in the backyard, here are a few things to keep in mind.

• Keep track of how hot you are feeling. Remember, your dog is exercising in a full fur coat, so if you’re feeling hot, so is he!

• Limit heavy exercise (long walks, runs) to the cooler parts of the day.

• When possible, let your dog walk on grass.

Asphalt and concrete can get very hot in the sun. Walking on hot surfaces can cause burns on your dog’s paws!

• Take frequent breaks in the shade to avoid overheating.

• Offer your dog (and yourself!) fresh water before exercising, during your breaks, and when you are done.

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• Make sure your dog’s collar fits appropriately and your leash isn’t frayed. Collars can easily slip off and leashes can break, which means your dog could run away! Check your pup’s “equipment” and replace leashes and collars if needed.

• Consider getting your pet microchipped. A microchip will store your contact information, so if your dog gets lost it’s easier to get him back home to you.

• Make sure your dog is up to date on vaccinations, especially if you plan on visiting dog parks or other places where he can play with other dogs.

Are you ready to head outside this summer? Is your dog up-to-date on vaccines? Is he ready for a microchip? Are you worried he got too hot on your morning jog? Give us a call or bring your pet in to talk to our veterinarians. Princeton Veterinary Hospital always takes new patients, no appointment needed! Call us at 812-385-2733, or find more information on our hours on our Facebook page or our website, PrincetonVet.net.

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1. Cows in Mayberry, sometimes wear _____.

A. Boots B. Hats C. Cowbells D. Shoes 2. Ms. Mendlebright and Barney used to sit on the front porch, on summer

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nights, enjoying a glass of what?

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serve his jail time with Aunt Bee, Otis calls Aunt Bee this.

A. The Warden B. Awful Aunt Bee C. Mean Mama D. Bloody Mary

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In case you missed it the first time, here’s a rerun of one of our most popular stories.

Flashbacks from Yesterday

leather dash that he special ordered for his Story by Jeff Minnis wife Grace.

One of my favorite things to do is to Grace drove her drive through small towns and look at little Henry J car all the old buildings and wonder what until her death in business occupied them through the years. A few 1969. years ago, Dad and I drove around his home town of The second car Oakland City. He was a wealth of knowledge on was a brand new pale green 1951, Frazer, sold to the almost every building in and around Oakland.

Knowing my love of cars, he pointed out a building that Sission Cab Company that operated in Oakland City.

They were located on Main Street next to the Ohio from 1950-1955, was owned by Ollie Baughn, (born March 18, 1883), who sold Kaiser Frazer automobiles. Theater. The office was in the front and they had a pool hall in the back.

Like many dealerships in small towns, Ollie and his According to my father, “and verified by another wife Grace started out as an auto repair shop and also lifelong Oakland City resident,” Mr. Baughn had a sold Schwinn bicycles. Popular for the time, the talking crow named ‘Jim Crow’ in the late ‘40’s. Jim Baughns lived on the second floor of their business. would fly four blocks to the grade school and strut up Ollie closed his business in 1957, and passed away and down the window sills and proceed to talk to the January 18, 1962. Grace continued to live in their building until her death, Oct. 29, 1969. Ollie and Grace children. Now, mind you this crow lived in a repair shop and the words he learned were not the best of words to had one daughter, Marcella Baughn Jones, born February 5, 1918. She passed away June 27, 2010, in speak at a grade school. Dad said they always loved to hear ole Jim Crow spew his vulgar vocabulary till the Columbus, Indiana. She and her husband, Robert teachers would chase him off and shut the windows.

Jones, owned and operated the Economy Furniture Store in Columbus, until the closing of the business in Dad said Jim Crow loved to dive down at the kids on the playground, and particularly the girls because they 1984. screamed more and Jim seemed to like that. He never A couple cars of note that my father remembered hurt them he just liked to play.

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On Friday, June 5th, Mom’s Diner in Oakland City was the site of the first area car show of the seaon. Many car and bike enthusiasts were eager to show off their rides.

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Blood Drive

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Guns & Hoses Boxing at Ford Center, Evansville, Saturday, Aug. 22nd Charlie Daniels & Marshall Tucker at Victory Theatre, Evansville, Sunday, Sept. 20th Kenny Wayne Sheperd at Victory Theatre, Evansville, Wednesday, Sept. 23rd Luke Bryan at Ford Center, Evansville, Saturday, Oct. 24th The organizers of the Gibson County Fair, the Sweet Corn Festival and the Watermelon Festival all sadly announce they are unable to hold their annual events this year.

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The Cooking Corner

Pickin’ Chicken

by Jancey Smith

One of my least favorite chores in the kitchen is pickin’ chicken. Your fingers get messy and you’re pulling meat away from tiny bones. But once this is done there are countless dining options.

It took years and convincing from others that it’s easier and cheaper to buy a rotisserie chicken from the store than to roast it yourself. Isn’t homemade always cheaper? No, not in this case. A whole bird (on sale) may cost about $5-$7 and then you still have to season (and butter) it and use your oven to roast it.

When you buy a rotisserie bird from the store it may cost a dollar or two more, but it’s done and ready to go.

In my experience it’s possible to get about three different meals from an average bird. The first night is the easiest, slice the breasts and serve with a potato of choice and veggie. After that, tackle the chore of picking the chicken which will save refrigerator space and keep the meat fresher longer. That’s when chicken and noodles come into play. I keep in stock some Amish noodles that cook in chicken broth for 20 minutes and then add about a cup of chopped chicken at the end. Dinner is then ready in 30 minutes with only one dirty pan.

Recently I was inspired by a Pillsbury recipe for Southwest pork chop foil packs. I took some of those ingredients that were in my pantry, paired it with leftover chicken and simmered them in a skillet to create an easy dinner with some bolder flavors and little fuss.

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The third weekend in June is typically celebrated in Haubstadt as Sommerfest. This year’s event was postponed until September but a few food vendors set up shop safely for residents to enjoy.

Dairy Month Giveaway at Kenny Dewig Meats

June was National Dairy month. The Rexings of New Generation Dairy and the American Dairy Association teamed up to offer free cheese at Kenny Dewig Meats on Wednesday, June 17th. There was also a drawing for a dairy themed gift basket. The winner of the basket was Heather Brandfield.

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The Brickhouse Boutique in Ft. Branch held a grand opening Saturday, June 20th. Local vendors attended and ice cream from Flora June’s was available. Two Farmers food truck drew a crowd wanting to try their smash burgers and beignets.

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