Sixty Years Ago This Week – 1956
The South Side Exchange Club was finalizing the plans for its two-day Woodlawn Festival, which would feature a fish fry, carnival rides, games and door prizes 
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A small furnished apartment with all utilities paid rented for $15 a week. 
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Brass table lamps were on sale for $3.98 at G.C. Murphy, 1043 Virginia Ave., where framed mirrors and utility tables were priced at $3.49 and $4.77 respectively. 

Fifty Years Ago This Week – 1966
Dorothy M. Fromhold, the 12-year-old daughter of Dr. and Mrs. W.A. Fromhold, won a Singer sewing machine for her performance in a sewing contest. 
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The Boyd Printing Co., 1313 E. Orange St., offered a special on wedding invitations: 100 for $10.50. 
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As part of its 26th anniversary celebration, Derleth Beauty Salon, 1461 S. Meridian St., offered cold waves for as little as $3.50. 
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The original home of the Shara Teffila Congregation was torn down for further expansion of Wood High School. The old landmark at Merrill and Meridian streets had been built about 50 years ago. At one time most of the Jewish synagogues were on the Southside before relocating to the Northside. 

Forty Years Ago This Week – 1976
McCarrel Jewelers, a Southside household name since 1933 and located at 2610 Madison Ave., continued to serve the community in the tradition of its late founder, A.D. McCarrel. The staff included Erich and Roselyn Wild, Helen McCarrel and Phil Hellman.    
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David L. Feeney, a cadet at the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, N.Y., and the son of Mr. and Mrs. James J. Feeney, completed a training program in weapons, tactical skills, survival techniques and field engineering. 
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Lawrence Paint & Wallcovering, 5448 Madison Ave., was hosting a free wallpaper clinic.
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Beech Grove High School students Jeff Hudson, Greg Driver, Bill Kirsch, Mike Fisher, Anna Haussecker, Mark Beloat, Becky Booher, Bob Robinson, Sharon Tiebert, Scott Kroening, Cindy Humphrey and Joe Wright were selected to perform with the U.S. Navy Band at an upcoming concert at the school.
 
Thirty Years Ago This Week – 1986
Jo Gottemoeller snared a 107-pound blue marlin off the coast of the island Kona, Hawaii, while vacationing with her husband.    
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Featuring national, world and Olympic figure skaters, “Celebration ... America on Ice” was coming to Market Square Arena. In addition to the star-studded lineup of Tai Babilonia, Brian Boitano, Scott Hamilton, Peggy Flemming and Randy Gardner, the show would feature a trio of Southside youths: Karen Krampe, Barbara Rector and Greg Krampe, who were selected when auditioning earlier in the year. 
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New Indianapolis Police Department Chief Paul Annee met with CrimeWatch block captains to assure them of continued support between his department and area crime vigilance groups.
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Bands from Beech Grove, Manual, Roncalli, Perry Meridian and Southport high schools were competing in the 13th annual Hook’s Midwestern Marching Festival at Busch Stadium.
 
Twenty Years Ago This Week – 1996
The second annual Fountain Square Youth Fest at Finch Park attracted nearly 250 children. The free event featured pony and horse rides, games, face painting, prizes and food.   
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Donald F. Myers, a colonel in the Indiana National Guard, was awarded the Indiana Distinguished Service Medal. He was cited for his service to make the Guard a more efficient organization. During a two-year stint in Vietnam as a platoon sergeant, he was wounded five times in combat and later received two Silver Star Medals and the Navy Commendation Medal. He and his wife, the former Dorothy C. Renforth, resided in Franklin Township.    
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Michael J. Kelly, a graduate of Manual High School and Indiana and Georgetown universities, was named director of legal research, writing and advocacy at Michigan State. 
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Perry Meridian’s varsity volleyball team won the Beech Grove Invitational. The squad featured Jennifer Pasteur, Christin Annee, Erin Ross, Erin Covert, Alisa Nordholt, Amanda Vice, Kristin Slaton, Jenny Bauermeister, Holly Turk, Kinsey Olsen, manager Kim Babcock and coach Hans Neumann.
 
Ten Years Ago This Week – 2006
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Sixty Years Ago This Week – 1956
Fisher Bros. Furniture and Appliances, 1315 Shelby St., was celebrating its 40th birthday with the completion of its expansion and remodeling project.  
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Lois Strong, Dollie Sperr and Barbara Wheatley were vying for the title of Miss Madison Avenue. The pageant was being held in conjunction with the fish fry and carnival being hosted by the Madison Avenue Businessmen’s Association. 
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Sanders Cleaners, 3709 Madison Ave., was holding an open house to showcase its remodeled and enlarged facility. Women could register to win a beautiful and valuable mink neckpiece.
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Grocery specials of the week were 5 pounds of sugar for 49 cents; a pound of coffee, 75 cents; 2 pounds of bacon, 77 cents; cans of kidney and red beans cost 15 cents; and grapes were 29 cents for two pounds. 

Fifty Years Ago This Week – 1966
Robert Rawley, Bob St. Pierre, Dick Miner, Tommy Roberts and John J. Noone were organizing the inaugural Mas-Cat (Mason and Catholics) golf tournament at El Dorado Country Club.    
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The Circulators Dance Club was hosting a free dance on the parking lot of the Zayre Department Store, 3825 S. East St.  
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Shelby Department Store, 1841 Shelby St., was closing after being in business for 40 years. “Prices are so low that you can’t say no,” the ad stated.
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B.&C. Body Shop, 1033 Shelby St., painted any car, any color for $39.95.
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The down payment for a three-bedroom modern home near Garfield Park was $350. 

Forty Years Ago This Week – 1976
Linda Leonard, Cara Bujarsky and Lynette Chittenden were rehearsing for Footlite Musicals’ production of “Follies.”    
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The Committee for the Promotion of German Culture in Indianapolis was gearing up for its Munich-style Oktoberfest at Southern Plaza. The event would feature German food, pastries, beer and music.  
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Joe Morris TV Service relocated to a new and spacious building at 527 E. Sumner Ave. The staff featured Mary Mull, John Powell, Keri Dutton, Bob Biro, Bill Day, Peggy Stinson, Harold Metcalfe, Joe Morris, Ralph Lusk, Gene Giles, Wayne Harlow, Larry Burnett and Mike Sharkey.
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Plans were underway to form an Adult Booster Club at Southport High School.

 Thirty Years Ago This Week – 1986
Charles J. “Chuck” and Linda Guedel were enjoying continued success with their Flying W. Trophies & Pro Bowling Ball Service company at 2630 Madison Ave. They were assisted in the business by their children, Christa, Christopher and Gregory.    
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Dr. Phil Borst, a veterinarian, and Robert LeClerc were named U.S. Jaycee ambassadors, the highest honor bestowed upon junior chamber members. Borst and LeClerc were recognized by Doug Lawrence, president of the Southport chapter, and Bill Laut, treasurer. 
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Birthday ads were published for Brian Shotts, 21, and Dr. William L. Mason, a veterinarian, 40.
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Jim Hoadley, a 1979 graduate of Perry Meridian, was returning to Indianapolis to perform with his three-man band, Blue Movie. The group was on an 18-city tour to promote its new album, “Hearts in Clubs.”
 
Twenty Years Ago This Week – 1996
From abandonment to rebirth, Briggs Flats apartments had been renovated and were expected to be occupied soon. Built in the early 1890s at 550 Fletcher Ave., the building initially served as one of the city’s first apartment complexes.   
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The Perry Township Fire Department was named a winner of the Life Safety Achievement Award.    
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South Group Women’s Committee of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra was preparing for its annual Cabaret ’n’ Holiday Auction. The organizing committee featured Karen Wilson, Mary Matsumoto, Susan Kias, Billie Smith, Pat McCormick, Kathy Pierce, Mary Brown, Joan Daniel, Karen Hamilton, Cheryl Boyle, Elda Dale, Sue Winslow-Joyce and Wilma Jordan. 
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Center United Methodist Church, 5445 Bluff Road, was hosting an Appalachian craft show, an old-fashioned tent revival and a fish fry.
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Tosey Huck retired from Roncalli after serving 31 years as an administrative assistance.
  
Ten Years Ago This Week – 2006
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Sixty Years Ago This Week – 1956
Sanders Cleaners was celebrating the completion of its enlarged and modernized facility at 3709 Madison Ave., a dream come true for Larry Sanders and family. The addition’s facade featured Colorado stone and Indiana limestone. 
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The Meyer Z-52 Zoysia Grass Co. was opened at 1349 S. Meridian St. by Mrs. E.M. Jimes, whose grass plugs were flown in twice weekly from Vienna, Virginia. 
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Olive Branch Christian Church, 101 E. Raymond St., purchased 10 acres of land off Epler Avenue between U.S. 31 and Meridian Street for a future church.
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Fisher Bros. Home Furnishings, 1315 Shelby St., was celebrating the completion of its remodeling project with a grand reopening sale. 
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Mrs. Paul J. Goben of Homecroft won eight ribbons in pie baking contests at the Indiana State Fair; Mrs. Robert Y. Brown won a blue ribbon for her mincemeat cookies; and Joan E. Kleinhenz earned blue ribbons for her rolls and cinnamon bread.  

Fifty Years Ago This Week – 1966
Charles “Chick” Surina opened Chipperfield Beverage at 1385 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood, and commented, “You name it, and we probably have it.”  
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Theresa Annee, daughter of Louis and Millie Annee, was engaged to Rick Harris, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Harris. 
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Martha Burnett of Harold Insurance Agency completed an agency management seminar.
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Swimmers Larry Lammert, Joe Brink, Sandy Pollard and David Brunoehler turned in decent performances at the AAU meet at Shakamak State Park.
Correction
The entry in this section of last week’s column about Phil Richart should have stated that he was an assistant football coach at Chartrand High School. 

Forty Years Ago This Week – 1976
Dr. Carol M. Dickhaus, a pediatrician, opened a practice at Executive Building South, 537 Turtle Creek Drive. She was a resident pediatrician at Riley Hospital from 1973-76. 
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Friedens United Church of Christ was going to install the Rev. Richard J. Fraser as its new pastor. 
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Cleary Sweeper Co., 3411 Madison Ave., sharpened regular scissors for 49 cents and pinking shears and other unusual scissors for 99 cents.
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Sanders Cleaners & Laundry featured five locations: 3709 Madison Ave., 3987 Shelby St., 7621 S. Meridian St., Greenwood Plaza and at Southeastern and Arlington avenues.

 Thirty Years Ago This Week – 1986
Paul G. Fox was named associate editor of The Spotlight. He was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School and Marian College.    
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St. Francis Hospital selected Patty Elliott as its Family Spirit Award winner for August. 
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Richard Sobieray, son of Richard and Gerri Sobieray and a graduate of Perry Meridian High School, was named a Collegiate Academic All-American by the U.S. Achievement Academy. A senior at DePauw, Sobieray was studying premed.
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Viola (Heiny) Martin, Marie (Schlensker) Brewer, Ester (Wegehoeft) Merkt and Alma (Lipp) Carper met for lunch to reminisce about the times shared while attending Center Township School No. 2 and Manual High School from 1914-26.
 
Twenty Years Ago This Week – 1996
A recent poll of Perry Township property owners indicated strong opposition to the proposed $54 million school bond issue. Seventy-five percent agreed that the bond should be scaled back dramatically or halted altogether.
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Southport Grooming, 7110 Madison Ave., was celebrating its 19th year of caring for people’s pets. Owner Becky Retz was assisted by Tammy Herald and Anita Stansbury.    
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St. Roch School was holding a raffle for a new Dodge Neon. Tickets cost $25, and only 1,200 would be sold. 
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Members of Boy Scout Troop 118, including Darren McWilliams, Matt Medcalf, Chris Terhune and Scoutmaster Jerry Owens, rode their bikes from the Southside to Bear Wallow Campgrounds in Nashville. The trip was about 50 miles.

Ten Years Ago This Week – 2006
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Sixty Years Ago This Week – 1956
Jim Stahl rolled a 219 and Virg Rohrman tallied a 581 series to take top honors for the week in the St. Catherine Bowling League. 
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The Dads Club of Manual High School was gearing up for its huge fish fry. Fish sandwiches were 15 cents, side dishes a dime and beverages 5 cents. 
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Members of the Westwood Home Demonstration Club met at the home of Mrs. Ralph Claudy, where lessons on pillow tops and time management were offered. 
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Huggins Appliances, 2604 Madison Ave., ran a full-page ad to promote its sale on Frigidaire products.

Fifty Years Ago This Week – 1966
Mr. and Mrs. Dave Perry and Mr. and Mrs. Jack Smart of Smart and Perry Ford City, 9000 S. County Line Road, boarded a jet for a two-week Pacific trip to Pago Pago Island and to Honolulu to view the new line of Fords. The Ford Motor Co. awarded them the trip for their outstanding achievements in sales and service.     
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Chartard football coach Phil Richart was named freshman coach of the University of Louisville. 
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A dedication service was held at the new University Heights Baptist Church, 2200 E. Hanna Ave. The air-conditioned building cost less than $200,000 and could seat more than 400 worshipers.  
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The Rev. Harry Brooks was named minister of University Heights Church, 4050 Shelby St. He and his wife had three children, Stephen 19, Holly, 10, and Sheila, 8.
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The Greenwood Shopping Center was the place to go for concerts and square and swing dancing.
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The following anecdote appeared in George Cafouros’ “Nutcracker” column: “Planning a vacation, a traveler didn’t know what to do with his dog, so he decided to write the hotel and ask if dogs were allowed.
“The manager wrote back: ‘I’ve been in this business for 30 years. Never have I called the police to eject a disorderly dog. Never has a dog set fire to a bed with a cigarette. I have never found a hotel towel or blanket in a dog’s suitcase. Sure, your dog is welcome.’
“And the manager added a postscript: ‘If the dog will vouch for you, you can come along too.’ ” 

Forty Years Ago This Week – 1976
Editor George Cafouros took the week off in observance of the Labor Day holiday.  
 
Thirty Years Ago This Week – 1986
Mr. and Mrs. Francis V. Fox celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Their children, Barbara Stelzel, Jane Cyr, Cathy Geiger, Joan Dale and David Fox hosted the celebration.
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Alberta, a goose at the RISE Learning Center pond, returned to her friendly domain after being under Dr. Michael Jones’ care. Alberta had suffered a broken wing, and Jones made a splint for it. 
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In business news, Fireside at the Heliport was celebrating its first anniversary; Janis Shaffer was named manager of L.S. Ayres in Greenwood; and Beech Grove OB-GYN opened a Greenwood office.    
 
Twenty Years Ago This Week – 1996
The Indianapolis Indians set a single-game attendance record with 15,419 fans, bringing the record-breaking season attendance to 529,238, which broke the old mark of 520,650, set in 1948.   
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The Beech Grove Promoters Club’s Fall Festival featured a beauty contest and a parade for children.    
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Roncalli Alumni Association members Dick Buergler, Kathy Nalley-Schembra and Jim Stewart hosted the organization’s annual golf outing, which was won by Mike and Barb Henninger and George and Cindy Greer. Bob Gallant won the putting contest, while Nick Stewart and Jim Chase garnered awards for the longest drive and longest putt, respectively. 
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The Garfield Tavern, 2627 Shelby St., featured daily luncheon specials for $4.75, which included smoked sausage, ham and beans, pork roast and dressing and meatloaf. The bar’s special for “Monday Night Football” was five beers for $5.25.
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A strip steak with mashed potatoes or french fries, a vegetable and a roll was served for $6.95 at Club Mark, 2364 E. Stop 11 Road.
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The artwork of David Banta was on display at the Southside Art League, 299 E. Broadway St., Greenwood.
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Zeta Theta chapter of Tri Kappa initiated Karen Bloom, Pauline Greene, Jan Binder and Becky Boone as its newest members. 
 
Ten Years Ago This Week – 2006
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