I love history! Nothing attracts my
attention to historical site more than a county courthouse! I imagine the court
proceedings that have taken place over the decades. I imagine folk getting
marriage licenses, paying property tax, and living out other personal and civic
responsibilities.
Friday, October 12, 2018, Sherry and I
traveled to Tipton Indiana
The tower is impressive. I wonder how the
clock is maintained. I wonder how narrow a stairway one must ascend to reach
the mechanical aspects of the clock.
The floor is actual, rather than synthetic,
tile. It shows the craftsmanship of long forgotten workers.
The courtroom, while unintimidating, presents
itself as a “down to earth, all business” facility with the customary pictures
of Washington and Lincoln.
I am told by the county
assessor that the black iron staircase was the way the judge reached his office
back in the day! Ascending that twisting walkway, one would have to exercise
good judgment!
The elected officials and staff I spoke to were very welcoming, pleasant and professional! Tipton County knows how to pick-'em!
While I was taking photos of the
courthouse, Sherry visited “Second Blessing” A church-sponsored thrift store
in town.
Once I arrive to reunite with Sherry, I got
some photos there as well.
Larky, store clerk, was very
helpful. She is very well invested in the store as a personal mission.
If you happen to visit Tipton Indiana
And tell Larky that Mike sent
you!
Second Blessing is located at:
