Wednesday, October 30, 2024
GONE FISHIN’
Among the first to fish off the new dock installed yesterday at the Shelbyville High School ecology pond were Mrs. Joleen Lancaster, Waylon Lancaster, Wyatt Lancaster, Calan Faulconer and Rylan Huntsman, as well as Henry Rife (on the shore). Seventh grader Ace Caldwell later caught the first fish off the dock. | photo by KRISTIAAN RAWLINGS
NOTEBOOK:
New Pal may have our number in athletics, but the Golden Bears took a victory in academics last night. The Shelbyville High School Quiz Bowl team defeated host New Palestine in convincing manner, 60-40, in the season opener. Coached by Mr. Steve von Werder and captained by Kevin Fritz, the SHS quizzers are Jake Huffman, Myles Clark, Darcy Willis and Xander Pavey. The team’s next match is Thursday, November 7, at Southport.
The Shelbyville Board of Works yesterday approved a Leadership Shelby County group to place four 600-pound, concrete-style, chess board/checker board stations on Public Square with 300-pound stools. One table would be geared toward children and one is ADA-accessible. The tentative location is in the southeast quadrant of Public Square, in front of Spegal’s Prime Cuts and Bishopp’s Appliances. The stations require minimal maintenance, and the approval was contingent on the group coordinating with the Street Department.
The Board of Works also approved an emergency street repair of Berwick Drive, from Ruby Dr. to 2609 Berwick Dr., which should start in two weeks.
The Board of Works approved closing W. Broadway, from West St. to Miller St., tomorrow, Oct. 31, 5 - 8 p.m., for Halloween. Trick-or-treating is from 6 - 8 p.m.
The Board of Works also approved Runnebohm Construction to oversee the Build-Operate-Transfer project for the amphitheater planned for Blue River Memorial Park. A public hearing will be held in two weeks.
The Board of Works approved the placement of a dumpster at 55 E. Washington Street. Blue River Printing will be relocating, and the building is undergoing renovations.
Shelby County Republicans are hosting a Candidate Meet-and-Greet tonight, 6 - 7:30 p.m., at VFW Post #2695, 1622 IN-44, Shelbyville, behind Cinema 10.
Fairland resident Matthew McMahon, 37, was convicted of child solicitation as a Level 4 felony last week, and will face a total of 8 to 32 years at sentencing, which is set for Dec. 4, according to a news release from the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office. McMahon was arrested on April 19, 2023, as part of a multi-agency child solicitation sting conducted in Johnson County. McMahon solicited sex and other sexual acts from an undercover detective that he believed to be a 15-year-old female. He also has a prior Boone County conviction from 2013 for sexual misconduct with a minor, a B Felony.
NATIONAL NEWS: The French culture minister is pushing the idea of a €5 fee for visitors to Notre Dame in Paris upon the reopening of the cathedral in December. This would, she argues, raise €75 million in revenue annually. Given the historically complicated Gallic dispositions toward the church and the state, this is naturally controversial and arguably illegal, based on a 1905 law separating the state and churches which stipulates churches must remain open to the public with no charges or dues. But there’s a reason for floating the fee: There are 40,000 churches in France, mostly managed by small towns, with 5,000 in poor condition and 1,300 considered to be in serious peril. (The Art Newspaper/Numlock)
The Addison Times publishes essential news and historical content to build our Shelby County community, and is free thanks to the generosity of supporters. Those who donate a minimum of $5 a month (or $30 one-time) receive the two remaining quarterly Addison Times magazines for 2024 as an appreciation gift. Support The Addison Times here!
Want the daily edition read to you? Struggling with your email provider filtering out your local news? The Addison Times Substack app will solve those challenges!
SHS Courier Archive Highlights:
Dec. 17, 1968
Jan Thieman, SHS junior, was selected as the Shelby County delegate to represent SHS Sunshine Society in the Indiana Youthpower Conference, held at the Sheraton-Lincoln Hotel in Indianapolis.
Charles Thompson, SHS alumni, spoke at the Future Teachers meeting about his exchange teaching in England under the Fulbright Program. Thompson was a teacher at Ben Davis. Nancy Sanders was the FTA president.
Miss Marcia Conroy was a student teacher for Mrs. Yolanda Pineiro. Conroy was from Rushville.
John Burns, a sophomore, had recently moved here from Wales. He said the most surprising thing about SHS was having boys and girls in the same class. He missed his native food, though. “He says everywhere you go (in the U.S.) they have hamburgers, French fries and hot dogs.”
Future Nurses Club officers were Judy Stadtmiller, president; Mickey Copple, vice-president; and Connie Smith, secretary-treasurer.
The Bears’ rolled to a 63-48 victory over Franklin. Junior guard Harry Larrabee led the Bears with 19 points and Wes Miller had 15 points and 17 rebounds. Larry O’Neal had 12 points.
This Day in Shelby County History
News around Shelbyville and the surrounding area as reported on or about this date in history. Selections are curated from the Shelby County Public Library Genealogy Department.
2014: Editor’s note: Due to a microfilm processing error, the 2014 section for the next couple of weeks will serve to memorialize a local individual who passed away that year.) Gary Vaught, 61, of Boggstown, passed away. Gary graduated from Triton Central High School in 1971 and received his bachelor’s degree in agriculture from Purdue University. He was a lifelong farmer and worked at Nitrex. He was also a 25-year Sunday school teacher at Pleasant View Baptist Church.
2004: Rev. Phillip Farnsley celebrated 10 years as pastor of Mount Auburn Church. His brother, Jim, had a farm in Shelby County, and Jim’s son Mark had a farm near Manilla.
1994: Former Lt. Gov. John Mutz, who had become president of PSI Energy, relayed the following story while speaking at a local banquet: Mutz said he was used to people recognizing him, and had recently felt someone staring at him while he loaded groceries into his car. Mutz looked over and recognized the man from his political days. Mutz walked up and offered an outstretched hand. The man, however, seemed confused. “You look familiar,” the man said. “Aren’t you in my Friday night bowling league?”
1984: JustRite advertised that kids in costume could get a free hot dog on Halloween.
1974: Two employees, Jim Britt of Shelbyville and Ralph Hardin of Fairland, were injured in a fire at Grand Blanc Iron Works, 1013 Miller Ave. The fire had been the result of an accumulation of paint fumes touched off by a cigarette or welder, firemen said.
1964: Election officials announced that those in line, within a “chute” of 50 feet of the door, at 6 p.m. on Election Day would be allowed to vote.
The last 5.5-mile Indiana segment of I-74, to the Ohio state line, was opened, a year behind schedule. The segment eliminated a detour over Indiana 46, which the highway department called “hazardous.”
Copies of the Warren Commission report on the assassination of President Kennedy were available at Woolworth’s for $1.
1954: Despite frigid temperatures, a Halloween costume contest on Public Square was held. Winners were Chuckie Price, Marcia Snyder, Carol Sue McDowell, David Major, Dave Buchanan, Kevin Bass, Ruby Brown and daughter Denise, Russ Klare and Mrs. and Mrs. Max Bausback.
Shelby County received its first snow flurries of the year.
1944: Sgt. G. Robert Williams, of Shelbyville, was reported missing in action. His wife, Gladys Williams, received the notification from the War Department. Sgt. Williams had been the advertising manager of Shelbyville newspapers for two years before entering the Army.
1934: State officials took in State Road 9, north of Norristown, and extending northeast through St. Paul to a point on State Road 29 near St. Omer, to the state highway system.
Eleanor White, attendance officer of Shelbyville public schools, asked the public to donate shoes for numerous children in need.
1924: Democrats held a rally at the courthouse, voicing complaints about Ed Jackson, Republican candidate for governor who was reportedly allied with the Klan.
Republican Calvin Coolidge and Democrat Carleton McCulloch were winners of a straw poll of employees at Chambers Fireless Range in Shelbyville.
1914: Shelbyville High School students participated in a mock election for state races. “The young girls of the school were allowed to vote as well as the boys. And most of them showed that they knew just about as much of the manner in which the ballots should be cast as the boys,” The Republican said. “Some of them knew more.”
OBITUARIES
Bryan M. Bowman, 28, of Fountaintown, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024. He was born May 1, 1996 in Indianapolis, Ind., to Michael Bowman and Cassie (Tate) Clouse.
Bryan graduated from Triton Central High School class of 2014. He had worked for M&C Excavating for over 10 years as a heavy equipment operator. Most recently, he was the co-owner and assistant manager at Fairland Landscape Supply.
Bryan had a love for the outdoors. He especially loved camping, fishing, and hiking. His favorite times were spent camping where often times it was real camping with a hammock and poncho. He also enjoyed being out riding ATVs and ORVs. Bryan was a very caring person and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends that he cherished so much. He was the best uncle to his niece and nephews, and he enjoyed all the times spent with them making memories.
Bryan is survived by his father, Michael Bowman (wife, Trisha); mother, Cassie Clouse (fiancée, Scott); his brothers, Tyler Bowman (fiancée, Tasha), Dylan Bowman (fiancee, Chana), Austin Hoffman, (fiancée, Rileigh) and Aaron Hoffman; his nephews and niece, Clayton, Casen, Hudson, and Cecilia; his aunt, Stephanie Bowman, his uncle, James Bowman (wife, Hong); his maternal grandmother, Wanda Tate-Fugit (husband, Robert). He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marvin and Ruth Bowman; his maternal grandfather, Jimmie Tate, and his uncle, Kevin Butrum.
Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, Ind., 46176. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m., Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the funeral home with Pastor Andy Lee officiating. Burial will be in Boggstown Cemetery. Funeral Directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Bryan’s family. Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.
Jane Kay Wells, 82, of Fairland, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at Franciscan St. Francis Health in Indianapolis. She was born January 10, 1942, in Shelbyville, the daughter of Joseph Jefferson and Helen Louise (Gahimer) Rice. On February 13, 1964, she married Byron Charles Wells, and he preceded her in death on November 5, 2013. Jane is survived by her loving daughters, Roxanne Lemmon and husband, Jeff, of Howe, and Jodie Moore of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Ryan Wells, Sasha Lindwedel, Miranda Lindwedel and husband, Quinton Jones, Kyndra Phelps and Brady Moore; great-grandchildren, Madison Wells, Mallory Wells, Tinley Wells, Easton Wells, Jordyn Grant, Emery Grant, Esme Phelps and James Hodges; and several nieces including Cheryl Muench. In addition to Byron, Jane was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Nancy Muench; and brother-in-law, Charles Muench.
She was a member of New Life United Methodist Church. In 1960, Jane graduated from Triton Central High School. She continued her education at Indiana University School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse. Her career as a Registered Nurse spanned over 40 years. She worked as the In-service director at Heritage House, and later retired from Morristown Manor.
Jane enjoyed going fishing, planting flowers and boating. She was a wonderful cook and loved to spend time with her family. Jane also leaves behind her dog, Rosie.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the funeral home, with Pastor David Lee officiating. Interment will be at Bennett Cemetery in Ray’s Crossing. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas, 75284-0692. Online condolences may be shared with Jane’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
Joanne M. Wycoff-Johnston, 79, of Shelbyville, passed away October 28, 2024, at her residence. Services are pending at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home.
Helen M. Patterson, 94, of Shelbyville, passed away October 28, 2024 at Ashford Place. Services are pending at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home.
Michael Fortner, of St. Paul passed away October 29, 2024 at OUR Hospice Inpatient Facility. Services will be announced by Glenn E. George Funeral Home, St. Paul.
Darrell W. Neville, 70, of Indianapolis, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024 at his residence. He was born December 6, 1953 in Shelbyville, Ind., to William K. Neville and Janet A. (Kramer) Coffey.
Darrell graduated from Southwestern High School with the Class of 1972. He was a very talented mechanic and retired from Lockhart Cadillac in Indianapolis after 40 years of service. Darrell was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. He had a love for the outdoors and some of his favorite times were spent hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his mother; his companion of 37 loving years, Donna J. Lowe; his sisters, Audrey Caffee and Teresa Hendershott; his brother, Bill (wife, Trish) Neville. He was preceded in death by his father; his step-father, Chester Coffey and his sister, Sharon Boggess.
Visitation will be Saturday, November 2, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN, 46176. A procession to Miller Cemetery will follow with a graveside service officiated by Pastor Jose Rivera. Funeral Directors Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Darrell’s family. Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.