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Jiffy Treet

  • 142 E. 16th Street
  • Bedford, IN.  47421

On a hot summer day, what’s the one thing that we all crave? That’s it – ICE CREAM! Jiffy Treet is a favorite among the Lawrence County community. With an almost overwhelming selection, you will surely find the perfect smoothie, cone or sundae for your taste buds. Want to try Fruity Pebbles in your ice …

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Joe Palooka Statue, Limestone, Oolitic

Joe Palooka Statue

  • 109 Main Street
  • Oolitic, IN.  47451
  • Near City Hall

JOE PALOOKA STATUE Above is the hand-carved limestone statue of 1940’s cartoon hero, Joe Palooka. In 1948, Ham Fisher, creator of Joe Palooka, dedicated this limestone statue to Bedford, Indiana. The 10 feet – 20,000 pound statue was made by Indiana Limestone Company, Inc. Palooka was eventually moved to Oolitic, Indiana for safe-keeping. You can …

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Limestone and its uses
Lawrence County Astronauts
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