Kentland in Newton County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Civil War Memorial
Kentland Newton County Indiana
Photographed By Al Wolf, August 9, 2009
1. Civil War Memorial Marker
The ever-green bush had to be held away from marker to get a photo. Only a corner of the marker was other-wise noted.
Erected by Kentland Chapter D. A. R.
Topics and series. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: War, US Civil. In addition, it is included in the Daughters of the American Revolution series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1861.
Location. 40° 46.173′ N, 87° 26.692′ W. Marker is in Kentland, Indiana, in Newton County. Marker is on North 3rd Street north of East Graham Street, on the right when traveling north. at West entrance of Newton County (Kentland) Courthouse right side of sidewalk near flag poles of War Memorial on Courthouse lawn. It is nearly covered with a small ever-green bush, but yet noted. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Kentland IN 47951, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 8 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. American Legion Veterans Memorial (here, next to this marker); Bicentennial Time Capsule (here, next to this marker); Birthplace Site of George Ade (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Warren T. McCray (approx. ¾ mile away); Newton County Home (approx. 4 miles away); Site of Original "Pun'kin Vine Fair" (approx. 4 miles away); First Church in Newton County
this page online
Also see . . . Virtual Tour ( Courtesy - - Indiana Government web page). (Submitted on February 12, 2013, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana.)
Photographed By Al Wolf, August 9, 2009
2. Wider View - - Civil War Memorial Marker
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3. Other View - - Civil War Memorial Marker
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4. West Side - - Newton County Courthouse
(Click on photo to see details.) Marker under bush to right of the large boulder in the background. Note small flag...
Courtesy "Indiana.Gov":: Old Postcard Photo
5. West End - - Newton County Courthouse
With trees yet small, a better view of the building can be seen in this old postcard photo.
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6. South/West Corner - - Newton County Courthouse
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7. South / East Corner of Newton County Courthouse
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8. East Side - - Newton County Courthouse
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9. North / East Corner - - Newton County Courthouse
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10. Boulder - - On West Lawn
Marker noted on left of boulder in background.....
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11. Plaque on Boulder....
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12. North End of Boulder
It reads:: ""Bicentennial Time capsule located 5 feet North. To be opened July 4, 2076. Dedicated November 15, 1976. Newton County Bicentennial Committee, County Board of Commissioners, "Pun' Kin Vine" Fair Board.""
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13. War Memorial - Pocket Park on Courthouse Lawn...
Marker can be seen on lower left of photo under the small ever-green bush.
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14. Front View - - War Memorial - Pocket Park on West Lawn....
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15. Field Piece - and - Bench of War Memorial - Pocket Park
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16. Bench - - " Memory of Judge Robert B. Smart "
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17. Kentland Town Hall - and - Bell........
Jay-walk a few steps to the North/West - - from Courthouse:: to the "Kentland Town Hall". A drinking fountain, benches, and the Town Bell...
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18. Old Town Bell
No markings anywhere on the bell or its brackets..
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19. Other View - - Old Town Bell
Note drinking fountain and benches behind the bell...
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20. Drinking Fountain
Plaque on Fountain reads:: ""Dedicated June 14, 1985 in memory of Clarence Holley and Angie Fowler"".
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on August 10, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. This page has been viewed 1,755 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20. submitted on August 10, 2009, by Al Wolf of Veedersburg, Indiana. • Craig Swain was the editor who published this page.
