Tuesday, August 16, 2011

P/A Rally Day 1

Goshen, Indiana is the county seat of Elkhart County. The town history goes back to the mid 1800's. In 1852 there were about 20 or so buildings in the town.
Goshen Court Bldg

Several buildings on this block date to the late 1800's

 The Goshen Police Booth was completed in 1939, and is located on Main St or back then known as the Lincoln Highway. It was originally built to protect the two banks that were located kitty-corner from each other. John Dillinger and his gang had been in the area in earlier years robbing banks. By the time it was completed Dillinger and his gang were dead. It later was used as the 'front desk' for the police department.
Police booth to protect from politicians..er gangsters

Bullet proof glass and gun turret on top
The Old Bag factory has been restored and houses artisans such as quilting, pottery and woodworking

Opening Ceremonies for the Passport America Rally
Host 'RV DJ' Jerry Langlios

Entertainment for the evening is 'Don Tersigni' a comedian who won on Ed McMahon's Next Big Star. Committed to 'clean comedy'.



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