Former Bluffton resident David J. Rempel Smucker has published a biography of his grandfather, Boyd D. Smucker, who also once lived in Bluffton.
The book, titled "Bid Me Discourse," has as its subtitle: "Boyd David Smucker (1878-1936) Orator and Mennonite Educator." Boyd Smucker was a student and a professor at Goshen College in Indiana and a professor at Bluffton College, teaching oratory, presenting recitations, directing dramas, coaching debates, raising funds and recruiting students.
The March newsletter of Bluffton Center for Entrepreneurs is now posted on The Icon. To view the newsletter open the attachment at the bottom of this story.
The Bluffton school board accepted the resignation of Jim Raabe on March 21. Raabe has been with the school system for 30 years and will retire effective June 2. He has taught accounting at Bluffton High School and served as the high school athletic director.
Friday, March 25, is the annual Bluffton Music Boosters chicken barbecue at the Bluffton Middle School. Tickets may be ordered now. Tickets are $7 each.
