Historic Tales of Decatur County, Indiana - John Pratt - Bog

Heartland stories of heroism, tragedy, mystery, and moreDecatur County, Indiana, may be small town America, but its history is exceptionally fascinating. Local luminary Will Cumback was not only a noted statesman but also a good friend to President Abraham Lincoln. The Underground Railroad ran through the county. The first tree on the Decatur County Courthouse Tower was seen in 1870, and a tree has grown there ever since. David Letterman's first broadcasting job was at WTRE in Greensburg, and the last no-hitter in the history of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League was thrown by Burney's Janet Rumsey.Join history teacher and Greensburg native John Pratt on a journey through the colorful history of Decatur County.