THE MOST CHERISHED BOOK IN WHITING AND ROBERTSDALE?

There are recipe books that are cookbooks, but only a very few that are history books.  Favorite Recipes of St. John’s Rosary Society is one of those.

Herman Billik

With the construction of the railroads and later the Standard Oil refinery, the Whiting area became a haven from all sorts of immigrants. These men and women brought with them their cultures, traditions and superstitions. In the 1890s, Herman Billik preyed on these superstitions. But, he was also a fortune teller, potion wielder and murderer.

AS I REMEMBER - STORES, SHOPS, AND THINGS

A tour of Whiting-Robertsdale in 1935, from someone who was there.

St. Margaret’s Hospital

Saint Margaret’s Hospital in Hammond, Indiana is no more. Read about the history of one of the Calumet Region’s beloved institutions.

a pinsetter’s memoir

Setting bowling pins required agility, good hand-eye coordination, physical stamina, alertness, and sharp concentration.

Three Short Standard Oil Stories From 1924

"Three fascinating, little stories about the Whiting refinery from an issue of the Stanolind Record, Standard Oil of Indiana’s monthly magazine for its employees, a century ago.

The 41 Outdoor Theater

At one time, Whiting, Indiana was a hub of entertainment venues.  Though it may be hard to believe, over the years there have been four other movie theaters, besides the beloved Hoosier.But, none of these venues could beat the 41 Outdoor on a summer evening.