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Robert E. 'Bobby' Bauers Sr.
(Obituary ~ 07/17/16)
Robert E. 'Bobby' Bauers Sr., 79, of Brazil, Indiana passed away unexpectedly in his home on July 15, 2016. Bobby was born on June 15, 1937 in Terre Haute, Indiana, the son of Kenneth and Louise Bauers. He graduated from Gerstmeyer High School and then enlisted in the United States Navy soon after. Following his service, he began working for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 157 where he would later retire...
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Kathleen W. Bales
(Obituary ~ 07/17/16)
Kathleen W. Bales, age 81 of Cloverdale, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2016. Born January 31, 1935 in Putnam County, she was the daughter of Glen V. and Nellie M. (Hurt) Williams. She was a graduate of Cloverdale High School. Kathleen had worked as a waitress at Jackson's Double Decker, The Putnam Inn, and the I-70 Truck Stop. She had also sold Avon for several years...
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REUNIONS
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Brazil Class of 1954 The Brazil High School Class of 1954 will meet for a noon luncheon on July 23 at Pappy's Bar-B-Que. It is a buffet-style lunch. Call Marlene Wegner at 812-448-2910. Samual Martin Reunion The Martin Reunion will be held at the Harmony Park on July 24 from 10 a.m. throughout the afternoon...
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Hayes a winner in vocal competition
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
Brazil resident Chloe Hayes was a winner in a recent online vocal competition for young classical and theatre singers. She won the Early Teen Voices (ages 13-15) category. She participated in the Hal Leonard Vocal Competition for young classical and theatre singers, which comprised entirely of YouTube video entries. ...
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Vendor booths available for Route 40 Fest in Brazil
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Brazil Main Street, the City of Brazil and the Clay County Historical Society are sponsoring the Route 40 Fest from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 17 in downtown Brazil. After the festival, a movie will be shown at Brazil City Hall. Vendor booths are available for $50 per space. Call 812-240-7911, write Brazilmainstreet@gmail.com or send inquiries to P.O. Box 24, Brazil, IN 47834...
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Genealogical society to meet Tuesday
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
The Clay County Genealogical Society will meet at 1 p.m. on Tuesday at its library on the corner of Gilbert and Main streets in Center Point. Members are urged to attend, and anyone interested is invited.
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Jackson VFD hosting truck and tractor pull
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Jackson VFD hosting truck and tractor pull On July 23 at 6 p.m., the Jackson Township Volunteer Fire Department is sponsoring a Truck and Tractor Pull at the Clay County Fairgrounds. There's a $20 hook fee and the admission is $8, with children 5 and under admitted free...
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Brazil library hosting program about U.S.S. Indianapolis
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Brazil library hosting program The Brazil Public Library welcomes Hoosiers and veterans to "U.S.S. Indianapolis: To Honor the Crew" at 6 p.m. on Aug. 2, with guest speaker Clifford Stephens. Presentation will discuss aspects the crew took being combat ready and the value of the crew's sacrifice that lead to the end of the war...
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Couple plan September wedding
(Wedding ~ 07/17/16)
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Stoelting and Mr. and Mrs. Brad Jackson announce the marriage of their children, Kelli Joann and Kasey Max on Sept. 10, 2016, at Oakhill Community Church in Riley. Kelli holds degrees in Athletic Training and Nursing and is employed by Indiana State University, Terre Haute. Kasey holds a degree in construction management technology and is employed by Great Dane Trailers, Terre Haute...
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BCB to continue Indiana Bicentennial theme on Sunday
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
The Brazil Concert Band, directed by Matthew S. Huber, will present Hoosier Band: With Bravura and Bombasto at 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 24 at Forest Park, rain or clear. The BCB continues the Indiana Bicentennial with Hoosier composer Charles Duble of Jeffersonville and his "Bravura", Indianapolis composer O.R. Farrar's "Bombasto" and "Indiana State Band" and Fred Jewell's "El Campo."...
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Free 'Back to School Fair' is Saturday at the YMCA
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
The ladies of First Baptist Church in Brazil demonstrate their concern for children in the community in various ways, from hosting one of the YMCA summer lunch programs to the Kids Klothes Kloset to providing clothing for the annual Clay County YMCA Back to School Fair...
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2016 4-H Fair Opening Day
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
The Clay County 4-H Fair Council did something different this year and had an opening ceremony to the week-long event Saturday. Activities included a flag ceremony, a balloon release (top) sponsored by First Farmers Bank & Trust and a dedication ceremony for a tulip poplar tree. Also, a plaque was donated by the Van Buren Hustlers 4-H Club in honor of Indiana's bicentennial...
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Pokémon Go craze has many locals out and about
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
The Pokémon Go craze is everywhere. Even during one of the worst thunderstorms in the area this summer, three Pokémon players were caught out in the torrential downpour Wednesday evening at Forest Park. Brazil residents Seth Stabler, 16, Matthew Blake, 17, Caleb Kumpf, 18, were at the Forest Park Pavilion waiting for a lure used in the game to attract a Pokémon to the area. They openly admit their passion for the game has made them a little bit crazy...
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Head Start hosting ice cream social, reruitment event
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Clay County Head Start will host an ice cream social and recruitment opportunity for the upcoming 2016-17 school year from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 28 at its center, 800 W. Jackson St., Brazil. Staff will be on hand to help fill out applications for pre-natal mothers to children age 5. ...
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SNAPSHOTS: 4-H Pet Show Saturday
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
The Pet Show at the Purdue Extension Office was a crowd favorite during the 2016 Clay County 4-H Fair Saturday. Participants talked with local veterinarian and judge Nancy Schenck, providing details about their pets, how to care for them and, if possible, showed off some pet tricks during the competition...
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Polk Salad Annie
(Column ~ 07/17/16)
Polk Salad Annie The Van Dells show during the 4th of July celebration was quite entertaining. Connie, an old class mate of mine, sat beside me at the concert. When the Van Dells' Elvis impersonator started singing "Polk Salad Annie," Connie said, 'This is my favorite Elvis song."...
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LOOK BACK: This week in July 18, 1960
(Community News ~ 07/17/16)
Officers of the Poland volunteer fire department term Saturday night's anniversary celebration a success. The officers are Harold Nees, president; Roy Spelbring, vice president; Marion Sendmeyer, treasurer; and Roy Sonnefeld, secretary. About 1,000 people took part in the celebration...
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LETTER: Residents want Bowling Green bridge issue resolved
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/17/16)
To the editor: This letter is in response to Karen E. Stearley's letter to the Editor, published in The Brazil Times on July 5, 2016. As a Bowling Green resident, we are again in shock and awe of the ability our antiquated and substandard bridge has on the people outside of our community...
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LETTER: Tell police in Indiana you appreciate them
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/17/16)
To the editor: What is going on these days, is it a war on police officers? Every day you read or see where a police officer has been shot. When a police officer responds to a call they don't know what is waiting for them. Why is there so many African America men, women and children being shot by white police officers, some for no reason at all?...
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LETTER: What in the world?
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/17/16)
To the editor: We see on TV the many things that are happening, the killings of our police forces throughout our country. It speaks of the undercurrents of our times; those of criminals with long history just outside of the law, placed on probation, short sentences and parceled back in society with leg devices and/or reporting to a police authority regularly. ...
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LETTER: Messmer's article appreciated
(Letter to the Editor ~ 07/17/16)
To the editor: The article written by Linda Messmer about the homeless in Brazil is an example of a local newspaper making a contribution to the community it serves. My compliments to the paper and Ms. Messmer. I would hope that more on this important subject follow...
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Ryan Freeland tops bomber field to win Bomber Mid-Season Championship
(Other Sports ~ 07/17/16)
Groomer repeats in UMP Modifieds as Peeden takes super stock A-main PUTNAMVILLE -- North Salem's Ryan Freeland captured Lincoln Park Speedway's Mid-season Bomber feature on Saturday night and got a boost in the season points. Freeland roared to a victory in the opening heat race of the night as the bombers took center stage at the 5/16th dirt Putnamville oval. ...
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BREAKING: Report of possible fire at Brazil Jr/Sr High School Gymnasium
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
City police and fire responded to the former Brazil Jr./Sr. High School gymnasium Sunday afternoon after a nearby homeowner reported to 911 seeing smoke coming out of its north entrance. Emergency responders arrived shortly after 2 p.m. Pale smoke could be seen wafting out of the second floor windows and a pungent odor filled the air as firefighters entered the building to determine what was happening...
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Mr. Robert Earl McIlrath
(Obituary ~ 07/17/16)
Mr. Robert Earl McElrath, 75, of Newington, GA died July 15, 2016, at his residence. He was born in New Castle, PA and had lived in Georgia for a number of years. He was retired from Great Dane Trailers. Survivors: Wife: Gail Smoak McIlrath, Sons and Daughters-in-Law, Ray and Melanie McIlrath, and Tim and Sheri McIlrath of Newington, and Bob and Pam McIlrath of Clayton, Indiana. 3 Sisters, 1 Brother, 10 Grandchildren, 5 Great-Grandchildren, and several Nieces and Nephews...
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SNAPSHOTS: 4-H Fashion Review
(Local News ~ 07/17/16)
Stitch This! Using their sewing skills and creativity participants of the Fashion Show presented their designs and work to the crowd at the Free Stand Sunday night. Enjoy these SNAPSHOTS and many more as the fair continues this week.
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