Economic History of Indiana in the Twentieth Century

Basil Adams was born on March 27, 1905. He was a laborer at Warner Gear from 1922 to 1960. He worked as an inspector and gear cutter. He was also active in the United Auto Workers (UAW), Local #287. He discusses the involvement of unions in the auto industry.

Corry Alcorn was born in Posey County, Indiana. His interview covers farming and livestock production in Monroe County. He has worked with the cooperative extension service for forty years. There is a major discussion on the commercialization of farming. In addition he explains how Purdue University came to be involved in agricultural research.

Arnold D. Altman, born on December 10, 1917 in South Bend, Indiana, provides information on the Avanti Motor Corporation and the auto industry. He provides detailed information on how the Avanti car was manufactured and sold. He draws a comparison to the Avanti process of manufacturing against how General Motors manufactures cars.

Stanley Andrew, born on November 19, 1913, provides information on raising tobacco as a cash crop. Andrew discusses the changes over the years in how tobacco is farmed. He also speaks of the effects of weather and use of equipment and fertilizers on tobacco.

Mack A. Baker, born on June 5, 1913, explains the importance of French Lick Springs, a resort in Orange County, Indiana, to that community. Hotel labor and individual jobs is thoroughly discussed, as well as an individual's ability to perform more than one task.

This interview discusses the early development of the Ball Corporation and its diversification in later years. Edmund Ball covers the modernization of the company and its association with Ball Hospital and Ball State University.

At the time of the interview, John V. Barnett was the president of the Indiana State Chamber of Commerce. The interview covers the activities of the Chamber of Commerce and the business community of Indianapolis, Indiana.

This interview covers glass blowing. John Barnett also briefly discusses labor issues and explains the J.D. Adams case as it relates to gross income tax. Barnett also relates the positives about living in Indiana.

Fred Barrett is a fourth generation limestone worker. He discusses the limestone business in Indiana. He talks about the development of Matthews Brothers, Inc. and the use of skilled labor. He also covers topics such as labor unions and employee benefits.

Joseph Batchelor, a professor of economics at Indiana University, was born on August 2, 1909 in Randolph County. He provides an in-depth discussion on why Indiana is ranked high in industry, the important manufacturing industries, and a general overview of what the state exports.

Bill Beach was born on August 2, 1921. He discusses the activities of Purdue University's Cooperative Extension Program, the influences of the program in rural and urban cities, the role the agent plays in the extension program, and policy development that occurred due to the influence of the program. He goes into detail regarding the first community development program along with providing detailed information regarding projects the extension program is involved with.

Ernest Beaty was born on December 9, 1903 in Orange County, Indiana. His interview is an overview of the historical aspects of the West Baden Springs Hotel.

Darrell E. Bigham was born on August 12, 1942 in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. In this interview, he discusses the economic climate in Evansville, Indiana, the diversity of industry in the area, the growth and decline of industry, and its effects on the population of the city. He also provides a brief discussion on the African-American population of the city.

Holten E. Blomgren is a retired colonel who served over thirty years in the military. This interview provides a description of the trade association connected to the recreational vehicle and manufactured housing industry. Discussed heavily is the federal government's involvement in the industries and concerns of the organization regarding codes and standards as well as taxes.

H.J. Bobzien was born on January 10, 1935 in Louisville, Kentucky and joined the American Commercial Barge Line Company in 1958. This interview covers the time period he worked for the company and outlines the manufacturing of barges, changes in the industry, and general information regarding the river transportation industry.

Henry F. Boxman, born June 26, 1903 and died August 29, 1991. discusses economic development in Bloomington, Indiana. He talks about his experiences as the owner of the Boxman Restaurant, and as president of the Bloomington Chamber of Commerce. He also talks about the effects of the Great Depression on the Bloomington economy, and the importance of the Showers Brothers Furniture Company in the town’s growth.

Born in 1919, John Brittain talks about the Westinghouse Corporation moving from East Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Bloomington, Indiana. Other topis discussed include employees recruitment, the relationship of the company to Indiana University, and product development. Included in this discussion are management and marketing strategies.

Mr. Broecker was born on February 7, 1907. He begins this interview with information on his education and work experience. He discusses early road construction technology in Indiana. He talks about wages, the variety of materials used in road construction, and the effects of improved road conditions.

Robert Brookshire was born on March 12, 1916. He discusses the hiring practices of RCA in 1940, hourly wage earners, and job availability. He also discusses changes in the workforce, technology, and the influence of unions. He gives reasons for the company's move from Memphis, Tennessee to Indianapolis, Indiana.

Born 1909, Dr. Earl Butz discusses the changes in agriculture and agricultural education. He is former United States Secretary of Agriculture and talks of the political influences of agriculture industry. He speaks extensively of his career and legislation regarding agriculture.

Born July 4, 1903, Harold Churchill discusses his interest in engineering and the manufacturing and testing of tires. The interview includes the relationship between management and hourly employees, the merger with Pierce Arrow, and the decline of the company.

Woodrow Clark was born on July 5, 1912. He discusses his career with U.S. Steel, the cost of making steel, accounting practices, and the variety of pay plans. He provides information on the types of mills there are and how technology has changed in the mills. He gives his opinion on the loss of profits and explains EPA regulations as they relate to steel mills.

Joseph Cloutier was born March 26, 1908 and begins his interview with a discussion with his career at Hulman and Company, the relationship that developed with Tony Hulman, and the many roles he had at the company. In this interview he discusses the manufacturing of baking powder, beer making, employee recruitment, and the filing of taxes.

Dr. Walter Compton discusses the history of Miles Laboratory, the relationship that developed between his family and Dr. Franklin Miles, and his own interest in the medical field. He provides background information on how medicines were dispensed and the development of pharmacies. He also talks about the effects of World War II and the development of new medicines.

Gayle Cook was born in 1934 and is the cofounder of Cook Incorporated. She provides detailed information on how she and her husband founded their business and how they developed an instrument to open up veins. Expansion and diversification is thoroughly discussed.

Born June 27, 1912 Choral W. "Coke" Coons discusses his childhood, career at Arvin, and the history of Arvin. He also discusses the employment of minorities and women, early employee benefits, and unions. He provides some detail as to how Arvin dealt with borrowing money and other financial situations.

Thomas Corson was born October 15, 1927. Coachman Industries was founded in 1964 by Corson and his brothers. The interview covers the history of Coachman and reasons why the Corson brothers chose to venture into the recreational vehicle industry. Also discussed is the declining sales of the nineteen eighties and how that impacted the city of Elkhart, Indiana.

Born in 1911, Mr. Cortwright had an extensive career at Warner Gear. He discusses hiring practices and the demographics of employees. He also covers the manufacturing of hydraulic systems and automatic transmissions. He goes into great detail regarding production in the nineteen forties and nineteen fifties

Born March 12, 1909, Mr. Cox recounts the story of the first strike in the nation against Columbian Enameling and Stamping Company, Inc., which led to a sympathy strike in Terre Haute, Indiana. Martial law was declared. The company eventually won its case in the U.S. Supreme Court.

Michael Cusumano was born November 12, 1917. He begins his interview with an overview of Gary, Indiana neighborhoods and his college education. He talks about the racial mixture of the city and how his job at the steel mill. He also discusses labor unions, their influence in obtaining employee benefits, and how salaried employees were effected by unions. He provides a description of his workday and how steel is produced.

Born November 25, 1948, John Daschke has been involved in many activities. His interview is reflective of internal politics of the Paddlewheel Alliance. He discusses the structure and development of occupations at the Marble Hill nuclear site.

Born July 11, 1913, Jack DeForest began working for Servel in 1933. In this interview he talks about wages, the profession of welding, and early refrigeration manufacturing. He also discusses the advances in technology and the effects on Evansville, Indiana when Servel closed.

Mr. Deller was born July 1, 1909. He discusses the period when farmers began using tractors in place of horses. He talks about the ways farm families were able to sustain the family and how the families were self contained. He discusses the general change in farm communities as people began to sell their land to residential developers.

Born in 1922, Mr. Diekman begins his interview with a discussion of his work and the progression of his career. He focuses on environmental problems related to oil manufacturing and explains the difference between Standard Oil of Indiana and AMOCO Oil Company. He also talks about foreign oil manufacturing, labor, marketing strategies, and labor in Whiting, Indiana.

Mr. Diesslin was born in 1921 and begins his interview with a brief background of his youth and college experience. He discusses the influences of U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Earl Butz on the state of Indiana. He explains the various legislative acts that helped to create the cooperative extension program. He discusses the changes within the program, the recruiting of agents, and the philosophy of the program.

Born September 14, 1914, Mr. Dortch begins his interview with how he became involved in the Chamber of Commerce. He discusses the role of the Chamber of Commerce as well as community reaction to the Chamber of Commerce. He covers a wide range of subjects related to industries and city development.

Born April 6, 1929, Betty Doty was employed at RCA for eleven and a half years. Her interview covers the employment of women in factory work. She discusses the type of work that was performed, the general treatment of women, and the benefits of working at RCA.

Mr. Doty was born July 12, 1920. He talks of the difficulty of finding stable employment. He discusses how he came to work at RCA and his involvement in labor organizations and labor disputes. He describes the conditions at RCA as well as the employee benefits package. He talks about women and African-Americans and the positions that they held.

Mr. Doup was born in 1911 and spent most of his life as a farmer. Along with farm work he served on many farmer associations. He talks about the technological changes in farming, such as the transition from horses to tractors. He talks about his roles in various farm associations, and more specifically why the Farm Bureau was established.

Professor Robert B. Eckles, from the history department at Purdue University, discusses his current project, examining the way Purdue University has influenced the Indiana agriculture industry over the years. He outlines the technology and research Purdue developed that has benefited Indiana farmers. He discusses the importance of the 4-H Club in training and educating young people in agriculture. He also discusses the development of the discipline of agricultural science, and how agriculture departments in universities have helped advance farming techniques in the United States.

Merle Edington, born December 28 ,1916, speaks of Indiana business, especially the limestone industry. His father worked in the limestone industry, and as the Bedford Chamber of Commerce president, Mr. Edington has also worked closely with businesses in the limestone industry. Mr. Edington outlines his educations background and work history, mostly as a salesperson for several businesses. Mr. Edington also describes the purpose of the Bedford Chamber of Commerce, its operational procedures, and some of the projects it has initiated towards city development. Mr. Edington analyses the effects of the Great Depression on the limestone industry in southern Indiana. He describes his efforts to promote tourism in Bedford, Indiana and speaks of the Bedford Limestone Museum, which was still in the development stage at the time of the interview (it was ultimately abandoned). Mr. Edington also outlines how the Bedford Chamber of Commerce cooperates with out of town businesses to generate revenue for Bedford based businesses.

E. Donald Elliott discusses his role as vice president for Mead Johnson and Company. He outlines the governmental regulations that control the pharmaceuticals industry. He discusses current products of the company and the products the company is currently researching. He talks about his management style and the procedures he has implemented in the factory to make manufacturing operate more smoothly. He talks about the Mead Johnson Institute and the Mead Johnson Foundation, which provides classes for the community and healthcare professionals, and provides funds for community projects, which he feels helps create goodwill in the community for Mead Johnson and Company. Finally, he describes the advantages and disadvantages of being a family-owned and family controlled business.

Daniel Fabian, born March 17, 1915, discusses family, work, and community life in East Chicago, Indiana. He discusses how he came to work at Inland Steel, hiring practices, technology changes, and the labor force. He goes on to discuss the problems that arose when women began working at the mills.

Born in 1919, Mr. Fink discusses why Westinghouse located in Bloomington, Indiana on Curry Pike. He also talks about the organization of the company and the local economy. He goes on to discuss the customers of Westinghouse and the economic impact the company had on the city.

Born December 25, 1900, Mr. Freeman talks about early life on the farm and his educational background. He discusses the development and structure of agricultural studies along with the agricultural curriculum at Purdue University. He discusses the changes within agricultural studies at Purdue and county fairs.

Dwight Gahm, born on March 11, 1919, was the president of Kitchen Kompact, Inc. The company is known as the largest kitchen cabinet factory in the world. He discusses assembly line production, and compares traditional woodworking with the products of the assembly line.

Gary Gaiser discusses various aspects of the limestone industry.

Rod Gardner, born July 26, 1927, discusses the history of Carpenter Body Works, a bus manufacturing company. He outlines his career with the company. He also discusses the products produced, the changes in how buses are built, and unions.

Frank and Lucille Godsey are interviewed regarding the Showers Brother Furniture Company. Frank worked in the plant, and Lucille was a secretary. This interview covers the the Great Depression and how the Showers Brothers Furniture Company survived through it, as well as describing the items Showers Brothers manufactured.

John Goldthwaite provides an in-depth background on Allison Engine Company, Incorporated and describes the variety of engines that the company produced from 1927 to 1960. He talks a great deal about the expansion of the company and the involvement of the Allison family in the business. Other topics discussed include community relations, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, and noise pollution.

John L. Goldthwaite discusses glass manufacturing. He was employed at the MacBeth-Evans Glass Company in Marion, Indiana for many years. He discusses the products they produced, and the different methods of making them. He discusses the techniques for producing color-tinted and clear glass. He describes the hand-blowing process and the changes in technology that lead to paste molds, despite the conservative nature of the glass industry. He also outlines the decline in business at the MacBeth-Evans Glass Company that led to its closing in the early 1930s.

Mr. Gray, born on September 3, 1895, discusses his experiences in the coal mining industry in the United States and abroad. He describes the coal mining industry in Indiana, discussing the methods used to mine, the regulations that governed the companies, and the uses for the coal. He compares the coal mining industry in Indiana and the United States with mining industries internationally, in Great Britain, Wales and Australia.

Born July 26, 1945, Mr. Greenaymer talks of his early life and how his father got into farming. He also talks about his first jobs and what he did to supplement his farming income. He discusses the responsibilities and jobs that were done on the farm. He talks about reasons for staying in farming as well as the problems in farming.

Holbert Grigsby, born July 30, 1902, begins by discussing his early life, his parents and their occupations. He outlines the areas of French Lick, Indiana, and West Baden Springs, Indiana, emphasizing the importance of the resort hotel and gambling industries.

Mr. Grolimund discusses the band instrument industry in Elkhart, Indiana. The acquisition of early instrument plants is discussed, however the interview doesn't detail the actual manufacturing of instruments.

Fred Gromer, born May 26, 1892 in Orange County, Indiana talks about his childhood and career in the railroad industry. He discusses the technical details of the routes trains travelled, their engines, and connections. He speaks of the Great Depression and the proliferation of hoboes riding the trains. He also discusses the effects of the trucking industry on the operations of railroads.

Born in Bedford, Indiana in 1927, Harold Haley talks about growing up around the stone quarries. His career in the limestone industry began at the age of 14 or 15. He provides details of what a limestone sawyer does and the work that was done in limestone during World War II. He talks about the projects that he was involved in and the change in the limestone industry.

Donald Hansen, born May 2, 1909, discusses the economic impact of the manufacturing industry on Bloomington. Indiana, focusing on the Showers Brothers Furniture Company and RCA. He speaks of his life and educational background that led to his employment in the banking industry. He discusses the public works the companies and other aspects of the relationship Showers Brother and RCA had with the city of Bloomington.

Mr. Hardy discusses the Delco-Remy plant in Anderson, Indiana. Major topics are war-time production, labor-management relationship, employment level, and political campaign contributions. Also discussed are the benefits and disadvantages of having the plant located in Anderson, Indiana.

Born February 24, 1906, Mr. Harrington talks about his early employment and working conditions. He talks about the need for unions and the time that Studebaker went into receivership. There is a brief mention of the Great Depression and how the company helped families out at this time. Other topics focused on are mergers and unions.

Mr. Hartswick talks about his childhood and educational background. After graduating from Penn State he worked for the railroad, and later for Westinghouse. He provides information on the history of Westinghouse, and when and why the company moved to Bloomington, Indiana. He also gives information on the products Westinghouse manufactured. He also speaks of industrial development in general in Bloomington, Indiana

Lloyd Hawkins, born in 1919, discusses his experiences with the Otis Elevator Company in Bloomington, Indiana.

Born in 1906, Alfred H. Hayes worked at Standard Oil's Whiting, Indiana, refinery for much of his career, initially as a chemical engineer in the research department. He discusses the various means of processing gasoline and the war production that went into effect at the refinery during World War II. He comments on the profitability improvement program put into effect at Standard Oil, resulting in the elimination of the candleworks and many jobs over time. Mr. Hayes also speaks extensively of the 1955 Standard Oil explosion and fire, and the increased safety measures that were enacted in the wake of the fire.

Mr. Haynes, born on January 31, 1926, discusses his career as an African-American architect. He discusses his initial difficulties in finding employment because of racial discimination. He was finally employed at Indiana University where he eventually became Assistant University Architect. He discusses the structure and procedures at the University Architect's office and describes some of the projects he worked on. He then went to work as the head architect to the CIT Financial Corporation, where he was required to travel. After a few years he settled back in Bloomington, Indiana and started his own architectural firm. He discusses some of the projects they worked on, like the Stone Belt Center and the animal shelter. He also touches upon methods of attracting clients and the costs of building materials and other contractors.

Born on February 28, 1925, Robert E. Henderson discusses his work and beliefs in the research and development of alternative fuels and sources of energy in Indiana. Extensively trained in physics, he discusses the practicality of various sources of energy, including solar and nuclear energy, and the technological developments that have emerged relating to the application of such alternatives. Mr. Henderson also speaks of his work with the Indianapolis Center For Advanced Research, or ICFAR, and the reasons why solar energy has not been widely accepted and utilized in Indiana.

Frank E. Henry, born on September 28, 1884, discusses his family and his status as an original employee of U.S. Steel. He speaks of his employment history, emphasizing his years living and working in the community of Gary, Indiana. Mr. Henry speaks of technological innovations in the creation and processing of steel, as well as the impact of labor unions, World War I, and World War II on employment in the Gary Works of U.S. Steel Corporation.

Born on June 1, 1924, A.R. Hilst discusses his family and youth in rural Illinois, and focuses on his career as an agronomy and agriculture professor at the Purdue University School of Agriculture. He speaks of his experiences during World War II, the public's growing concern with the possible negative effects of the practical application of chemicals, including herbicides, and the increase in research on pollution and environmental conservation. He emphasizes the growth and high quality of the program and curriculum offered at Purdue's School of Agriculture, as well as the slowly increasing diversity of students enrolled there.

Clayton Holmes, born on June 8, 1924, discusses his career in the Indiana limestone industry, culminating in his position as general manager of Independent Limestone Company. He speaks of the impact of the Great Depression and World War II on the limestone industry, the cost efficiency of limestone as opposed to other building materials, and of his pride in the Washington, DC Cathedral Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which was built almost entirely of Indiana limestone. In addition, Mr. Holmes comments on the different grades of limestone, the relationship between management and labor at the quarries, and the departmental organization of the company.

Harry V. Huffman discusses the evolution and uniqueness of the Citizens Gas & Coke Utility in Indianapolis, Indiana. A public charitable trust, this company provided gas to Indianapolis residents at cost. Mr. Huffman also comments on the Indiana corporation legal codes that resulted in the utility company, as well as on the vagaries of coke manufacture and gas distribution, especially during the energy crisis of the nineteen seventies.

Born May 20, 1907, Frances Hughes discusses her forty-one years in the newspaper business. She talks about the local newspapers of Terre Haute, Indiana, how they were politically backed, and the merging of newspapers.

Born in 1912, George C. Hupp details his years as an employee of the Studebaker Corporation in South Bend, Indiana, and as an active member and leader of the local union, United Auto Workers Local #5. After commenting on his youth, parents, and education, Mr. Hupp describes how he paid bills during the Great Depression, the steady increase of wages over time, and the slow improvement of working conditions. In addition, he talks extensively of union matters, including membership fluctuations, union strong-arming and violence, and grievance procedures. He describes the communist infiltration of the nineteen forties and nineteen fifties, as well as the entrance of female and African-American workers.

Mr. Hutchison, born January 5, 1925, outlines his family history and educational background. He talks about methods of mining and the reasons for strip mining versus underground mining. He provides information on the number of people working in coal mining, mining's supporting industries, and the impact of coal mining on the environment.

Mr. Ira, born May 5, 1929, provides a general background apprenticeship in the limestone industry. He discusses what a limestone cutter does and the changes that had taken place in the nineteen forties and nineteen fifties He gives his opinion as to what changes should be made for the continuation of the industry and briefly discusses the involvement of unions.

Mr. Jacko discusses environmental engineering and how environmental control effects economics and the quality of life. He also discusses the economics of keeping air and water clean.

Born in 1912, Jack Jourdan discusses his youth, family, employment history, and the dangers of coal mining, as evidenced by the deaths of his father and two uncles in that profession. Mr. Jourdan focuses on his personal recollections of the sit-down strike at the Guide Lamp division of the General Motors Corporation in 1937. He speaks of the surrounding violence between union and anti-union workers. He also comments on working conditions, the point system, and wages at Guide Lamp.

John A. Keckich, born on January 29, 1910, describes his Yugoslav immigrant parents, his youth in Whiting, Indiana, and his participation in an industrial football league, which led to an employment offer at Inland Steel. He discusses the community of Whiting, including its ethnic diversity and segregation, discrimination against minorities, and the intensely close and generally positive relationship between local industry and the community. Mr. Keckich comments on labor relations, technological improvements over the years, and the impact of these innovations on steel production throughout the world.

Born in 1907, Ralph Kirkman discusses the limestone industry in Indiana, as well as his experiences working in the limestone quarries.

Born in 1921, Richard L. Kohls, the Dean of Agriculture at Purdue University, discusses agriculture in Indiana and the agriculture curriculum at Purdue University. He speaks of the teaching vs. research debate, and the equal value he places on each. Mr. Kohls comments on the increased diversity in student enrollment in the School of Agriculture, as well as the impact on the program of state politics and relations with the federal government.

Wayne LaGrange, born on November 23, 1932, discusses his employment history, including time spent as a barber, a welder, and a steel fitter. Mr. LaGrange focuses on his years at Jeffboat, Incorporated, the building of barges, and the effects of economic fluctuations on business. He also speaks of his experiences with labor unions, including the fact that there were never cost of living clauses in his company's contracts due to the need to remain competitive while bidding for jobs.

George W. Land, born in November of 1914, discusses his youth in Illinois and his employment as the director of market research at AMAX Coal Company. He speaks extensively about the coal industry, including mining, refining, usage, quality, and the reclamation of mined land. Mr. Land also comments on the wisdom and likely impact of various environmental legislation regarding the coal industry. He clarifies the differences in method, equipment, cost, and availability between surface and underground mining.

Born on May 20, 1903, Ralph Landrey, a retired engineer, discusses the coal and oil industries in Indiana. He also speaks of conflict between unions and management in these industries.

Born on July 7, 1917, John D. Leffler discusses his years employed as an RCA merchandise traffic manager. He comments on the shipping and distribution of products, as well as the size and capacity of various warehouses with regard to inventory. Mr. Leffler also speaks of the impact the introduction of computers has had on RCA shipping and distribution.

This recording of the Limestone in the Stonebelt Conference outlines the history of the limestone industry in the areas of Bloomington and Bedford, Indiana. The local economic impact of the limestone industry, as well as its uses and the various occupations it provided to the surrounding communities, are discussed.

B.J. Liska, born on May 31, 1931, discusses his education and background in food microbiology and agronomy, which eventually led to his employment as a professor at Purdue University and the position of director of the Agricultural Experiment Station. He speaks of federal and state funding of agricultural research and of the past and possible beneficial results of such research, including increased crop yields. Dr. Liska discusses international projects and research, such as Purdue University's strong ties with Brazil, especially in the area of corn production research.

Born in 1923, Samuel Loescher discusses the development of InPIRG, the Indiana Public Interest Research Group, and its directors, funding, and the opposition it faced within the state. Also covered is InPIRG's relationship with Indiana University administration and Mr. Loescher's idea of the research group's role or purpose. He comments on the funding received from the Irwin-Sweeney-Miller Foundation, which was cancelled in 1974 due to a failing American economy.

Richard F. Lythgoe, born on April 5, 1916, discusses organized labor in Indiana from the nineteen thirties through 1979. A union representative for much of his career, Mr. Lythgoe speaks extensively of unions, union leadership, labor relations, related federal legislation, minority membership in unions, and the fear of communism in unions. He cites his father's work as a glassblower as his initial introduction to unionization. He comments on strikes and lockouts, and the increasing ineffectiveness and inefficiency of union arbitration and grievance procedures under new labor laws.

Robert J. Marshall, born on August 3, 1912, discusses the major industries Columbus, Indiana and their impact on the town. He speaks of local employers during the Great Depression, community improvement programs introduced by local businesses and businessmen, the importance of agriculture to the Indiana economy, and the small African-American community of Columbus. He comments on the increasing difficulty in retaining youth as citizens of a small community, and he speaks of the increasing diversification of the Indiana economy since World War II.

Mr. McCormick, born December 27, 1914, discusses is life long career as a farmer. He discusses the different kinds of farming he has practiced over the years, from raising poultry and hogs to growing corn crops. He discusses the business transactions involved in running a small farm. He describes the records he has kept regarding prices he has recieved for goods, weather patterns and their effects on crop yeilds, and loans and other finacial matters.

William H. McDonald, born in November of 1929, discusses his employment history, especially his work in the limestone industry in Texas and Indiana. He speaks extensively of the purposes and accomplishments of the Indiana Limestone Institute, in concert with the Indiana Limestone Promotional Trust Fund. He speaks of his ideas about the future of the institute. Mr. McDonald also comments on the methods and benefits of using limestone in buildings. He discusses the need to educate architects about the use of limestone, and the ups and downs of the limestone industry in Indiana.

Born in 1929, William H. McDonald discusses his work as the architectural services director of the Indiana Limestone Institute, emphasizing the institute's mission promoting limestone usage and sales. He speaks of the fluctuations in the Indiana limestone industry throughout the twentieth century, the accompanying rise and decline of limestone production, associated architectural standards. Mr. McDonald comments on labor-management relations within the industry, the cost of using limestone in construction as opposed to concrete, brick, or glass, and the different building requirements of domestic and commercial architecture.

Dale W. McMillen, Jr., born on January 6, 1914, discusses the Central Soya Corporation, founded by his father, of which he is a former chairman of the board. He speaks of the company's history, its transition from being Central Sugar Company to Central Soya, and the soybean industry in Indiana. He also comments on the impact of World War II on the business. Mr. McMillen discusses the growth and development of Central Soya, its expansion across the United States and into foreign markets, the federal regulations that govern business, and issues related to the transportation of soy beans.

John F. Mee, born on July 10, 1908, begins with a discussion on his early childhood and education, leading to his current position as a business porfessor. He provides background and reasons for the influx of industry into Indiana. He also discusses industrial changes and the role of federal funding in educating and training skilled labor.

Robert D. Miles, an engineering professor who was born in December of 1924, discusses his participation in the Ohio River Basin Project for the purpose of energy conversion. He speaks of the possibilities of and need for more research in the areas of nuclear power and solar energy, especially in the years of the energy crisis. In addition, he speaks of the selection of power plant locations and the resulting public outcry.

Born on July 27, 1917, Eli D. Miller, as an executive of the South Bend Chamber of Commerce, discusses the economic profile of South Bend, Indiana, from 1946 through 1980. He speaks of local industrial failures and their impact on the community, the collapse of the Studebaker Corporation, and the role of the Chamber of Commerce in South Bend. In addition, he speaks of the economic diversification that took place across the United States after World War II, the upsurge of the convention and hotel industry in the Midwest, and local labor-management relations.