December 19, 1947 Country music star Janie Fricke was born in South Whitley. Twice named “Female Vocalist of the Year,” she has sold 14 million records.

1957 Indiana’s own, Bobby Helms first released “Jingle Bell Rock”. The iconic song is played in the United States every holiday season since it was released.

December 21, 1931 David Baker, Jr. was born in Indianapolis. He has won fame and honor as a musician, jazz composer, and dedicated music educator at IU.

December 23, 1866  John Finley died in Richmond, Indiana. He is given credit for the first printed use of the word “Hoosier” in his 1830 poem “The Hoosier’s Nest.”

Our Where in Indiana? from last week was taken In Thorntown, Boone County at Dull’s Tree Farm.

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Indiana Statehouse Tour Office

Indiana Department of Administration

Guided Tours of the Indiana Statehouse are offered Monday through Saturday.  For more information, contact us.

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Indiana Quick Quiz

1. Who was the first U.S. President to ride in an automobile?

2. Who was the first U.S. President to have his voice audio-recorded?

3. Who was the first U.S. President to use the typewriter for official business?

4. Who was the U.S. President who installed electricity in the White House?

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1. – 4. Indiana’s own President Benjamin Harrison!