Monthly Archives: January 2021

Building near railroad tracks in Pierceton was a hotel once

Posted on January 24, 2021 by historynut11

The mighty, and I do mean mighty, Pennsylvania Railroad rumbled through Pierceton many years ago. When a railroad line came through a town it used to mean increased business in more ways than one. For one example hotels were built … Continue reading →

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Shoots building in downtown Goshen dates to 1880

Posted on January 18, 2021 by historynut11

Here’s another historic building in downtown Goshen. This week it’s the Shoots building in the 100 block of East Lincoln Avenue, the first block east of Main Street. According to the Indiana Landmarks historic structures survey, this building was built … Continue reading →

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Remnants exist of original Pine Manor Farm south of Goshen

Posted on January 10, 2021 by historynut11

I am an avid bicycle rider and when riding along the Winona Interurban Trail just south of Goshen I noticed this old barn. It sits between Main Street (State Road 15) and the railroad tracks, south of Kercher Road. I … Continue reading →

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Spohn building is another historic site in the city of Goshen

Posted on January 4, 2021 by historynut11

I’ve posted several historic buildings here that are located in Goshen. Many of them are in the downtown area. This week’s photo is the historic Spohn building at the intersection of Main and Clinton streets. Designed by well known architect … Continue reading →

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