James William Young, 21-month-old son of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Young of North Vernon, was a little apprehensive about his visit with Santa Claus during an extnesion homemakers holiday open house in 1973.
From The Republic archives
Nov. 6
2013
A parking consultant hired by the city proposed paid parking meters on much of Washington Street and several side streets priced at a level to drive out downtown employees but low enough to invite in customers who wanted to visit downtown businesses.
1998
Columbus Police Department replaced its aging 9mm Smith and Wesson guns with .40-caliber Glock semiautomatic handguns.
1973
At least three local industries — Cummins Engine Co., Hamilton-Cosco and Arvin Industries — lowered their office and plant temperatures to save fuel during the ongoing fuel shortage.
