Looking Back – July 15

2007

One hundred and thirty-nine animals raised $139,495 in the livestock auction held at the close of Bartholomew County 4-H Fair.

1992

Trees and power lines in the Columbus area were gobbled up by a severe thunderstorm that deflated temperatures by 20 degrees in a matter of minutes.

1967

Assessed valuation of property in Columbus was estimated to increase by $8.5 million over the previous year.