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Indiana’s Glass Legacy: A Chronicle of Industry, Innovation, and Ultimate Decline
Introduction In the annals of Indiana County’s industrial history, the glass industry stands as a testament to resilience, innovation,...
Industry
Allen Fiechuk
Feb 17, 2024
American Labor Pioneer - William H. Sylvis
William H. Sylvis - American labor pioneer. Born in Indiana County, 1828. Founder, National Union of Iron Molders, 1859. President,...
Industry
Allen Fiechuk
Sep 9, 2023
Electricity Comes to Town
Electricity, we seem to take it for granted today - we flip a switch and the light comes on, we plug something in to the wall outlet and...
Local History
The Historical Society
Jul 15, 2023
The 'Hoodlebug' - Linking Indiana County
Transportation is the life-line to any community, it helps move people and goods from place to place. It enables communities to thrive...
Local History
Allen Fiechuk
Jan 28, 2023
The Bent Rung Ladder Company
Have you ever heard of the Bent Rung Ladder Company? It was said that at one time the products of the Company were sold extensively...
Industry
Allen Fiechuk
Apr 9, 2022
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