The year was 1955
The Icon spotted this blue and white plate at the Festival of Wheels. Here are some of the event that took place that year:
o Disneyland opens in California on July 17th
o 'In God We Trust' is added to all US paper currency
o The New Synthetic Material Polyurethane used in more and more everyday goods
o West Germany Joins NATO
o African American Rosa Parks is arrested after refusing to give up her bus seat to a white person in Montgomery Alabama
Stories Posted This Week
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
- Obituary for centenarian Lois Jean Andreas
- Thomas "Tom" J. Basinger served in the U.S. Army
- President Sider to present Aug. 25 State of the University address
- August 10 council recap: Spending increase for Benroth bridge repairs
- MHCO requests zoning change for construction of senior duplexes
- WIP Wednesday: 1915 kitchen gets a charming DIY remodel
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Monday, August 10, 2026
- Pirate girls tennis 2nd at Lima City tourney
- Professor Parquet on the passing of Don Nelson
- Bluffton historical society to discuss upcoming events, fundraising
- Bluffton Public Library hosts Mobile Health Clinic on Aug. 13
- 2026 PorchFest preview: Tommy Jenkins, Cat Dailey, Szabo Trio
- Chair massages offered at the Senior Center
- Bluffton Senior Center to host Spa Day