November 19, 1752 George Rogers Clark is born in Virginia. He becomes the “Conqueror of the Old Northwest,” taking  Vincennes from the British.

November 20, 1880 Governor James “Blue Jeans” Williams dies in office. He lies in state at the Marion County Courthouse. Lt. Gov. Isaac Gray serves the remaining two months of the Governor’s term.

November 21, 1959 Chrysler Field House opens in New Castle.  It is the world’s largest high school gym.

November 22, 1899 Hoagy Carmichael American composer, singer, born in Bloomington.

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Indiana Quick Quiz

1. Which Indiana county is named for the man who became the 9th U.S. President?

2. In what Indiana city will you find the Boone County Courthouse?

3.Which Indiana county is named for the inventor of the steamboat?

4.Which Indiana county is named for a former governor of New York?

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1. Harrison County (named for William Henry Harrison)

2. Lebanon

3. Fulton County (named for Robert Fulton)

4. Clinton County (named for DeWitt Clinton)

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– Axl Rose

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Photographed in Greene County.