Monthly Archives: April 2021

Sweitzer barn a reminder of the past in Concord Township

Posted on April 24, 2021 by historynut11

Here’s another Sweitzer barn. This one is located on Old County Road 17 in Concord Township, Elkhart County. These barns are interesting to read about and are noted for having an overshoot, or forebay, an area where one or more … Continue reading →

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Barn was the site of many local basketball games

Posted on April 18, 2021 by historynut11

Seeing a basketball goal in a farm barn is quite common. Many barns have been used for neighborhood basketball games. Shown in the photo is a barn located on Elm Road, south of 12B Road in Bourbon Township, Marshall County. … Continue reading →

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Poultry building located on Mishler farm near South Whitley

Posted on April 11, 2021 by historynut11

I have family living in South Whitley, Whitley County, so when I visit them I will often do some history research. I noticed an old farmhouse at the corner of County Road 500 South and 950 West near South Whitley … Continue reading →

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Barn is on historic Yoder family farm in Marshall County

Posted on April 4, 2021 by historynut11

There are still some family farms that have remained in the family for more than 100 years. One example is in Marshall County along the Plymouth-Goshen Trail near U.S. Highway 6 in German Township. The Yoder farm is located along … Continue reading →

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