Indianapolis Times, Volume 36, Number 14, Indianapolis, Marion County, 27 May 1924 — Page 14

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LAKE SHAFER IS.ONE OF BEAUTY: Crystal Clear Water Formed by Tippecanoe Dam, • John Shafer, civil engineer, a graduate of Indiana University dreamed a big dreanj. Tears ago he saw the Tippecanoe River dammed at Monticello with a huge power hjdro electric dam, at that point, spreading the crystal pure waters of the Tippecanoe for miles up and down that beautiful, picturesque, fish idled stream. Patience, perseverance on his part seor.-ed the necessary capital. $1,250,,0f l< ' 1 built a dam 1,200 feet long, 'about thirty-five feet high, with a capacity of 30,000,000 killowat hours’per annum. This immense dam now stands out like a monument on the Tippecanoe at Monticello. White County, Indiana. It checked the rushing waters of the best fishing stream in the State, and created in the sand soil of that region the largest lake in the State of Indiana, eleven miles long, and a mile in width. The waters of Tippecanoe are like the trout streams of Wisconsin,. as clear as crystal, filled with bass, goggle-eye, perch, sun fish, bl-'e gills find channel cat. Tippecanoe as a fishing river has a reputation throughout the central States, exceeded by none. Lake Shafer Beautiful Upon this river by the hand of *• •;once and perseverance there now stands, and will for all time to come, I-ake Shafer, named after its pioneer, with its forty miles of picturesque shore land, following the meanderings of the river, restful to the senses, beautiful to the eye and a lure to all who live the great outdoors. Heretofore central southern Indiana had to travel to the lakes of Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin and northern Indiana for any kind of accommodations and any kind of fishing. Now a lake is at your doors within a short automobile ride, within two hours’ ride by steam, within two and one-half miles of a county seat, with a country club and golf course at your doors. The Indiana State board of health made a scientific and careful examination of the waters of our streams and rivers, and the Tippecanoe stood at the top of them in this State, for the clarity of its water, its sanitary condition and its desirability for bathing purposes. Follows River Meandcrings Unlike other lakes in "The country, this is not a flat sheet of water, whose shore line can be seen in its entirety with one view, but it follows the meanderings of this beautiful river, spreading out and unfolding to the view as the motor launch follows the sharp turns of the river. A visit to this great hydro electric dam that supplies the electric current for manufacturers and public utilities in the northern part of the State in itself is worth a visit to this wonderful lake. The creation of this lake means much to central Indiana. It means much for its manufacturing and industrial development. It adds a beautiful setting to the picturesque scenery of this region and will aid in the development of the entire State. Here you can cast for the bass, you can bathe, you can motor, have all the quiet of a country home, and yet be within ten minutes’ drive of a modern city with all its conveniences. Come and Eat With MRS. CRAWFORD The Most Famous Chicken Dinners in the State Choicest Young Fowls Real Country Home iC Cooking. Large Shady Porches and Beautiful Lawns for Lounging. Special Arrangements for Private Parties Phone Mooresville 126 for Reservation McCracken Hotel I Mooresville, Ind. By auto take State road No. ZJ. Or bus, traction and train.

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The lure of the Ohio River and enchantment of southern Indiana wools and hills will appeal to the vacationist who journeys south to the Wyandotte and Marengo oaves. You leave Indianapolis, driving south on the Jackson highway. passing through Southport, Greenwood, Franklin, Edinburg. Columbus, Seymour and Brownstown to Salem. From Salem you drive southwest over the county road to Fredericksburg on the Dixie highway to Greenville, and follow the marked detour south to Edwardsville on State road No. 16. Drive west on this road through Corydon, Indiana's first capital, to Wyandotte cave, which is three miles east of Leavenworth on the Ohio River. Your return trip can be made more interesting by leaving Wyandotte Cave by way of Leavenworth on State Rd. No. 16, driving directly north fourteen miles to Marengo Cave, considered the mast beautiful limestone ca r e in the

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THE CANYON INN McCormick's Creek Canyon , State Park —Owen County IN the beauty and quiet of Owen County is situated McCormick’s Creek Canyon State Park. For the tourist and vacationist is The Canyon InrC in charge of Mrs. Edward Jones. Hare in the woods one finds simple and immaculate cpoms, with electric lights and adjacent bath. Wholesome, fresh and well cooked food is served in plenty. There are no elaborate service, furbelows or luxuriousness. It is in no sense a fashionable resort, but it is delightful, restful and satisfactory. Reservations are made by wiring, phoning or writing Mrs. Edward Jones, Canyon Inn, Spencer, Ind.

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United States. iXK'ing the cave take the county road tQ Hardinsburg on State Rd. No. driving northwest through Paoli and West Baden to French lack, Indiana’s famous summer resort. From French Lick return on the same road to Paoli and drive north on State ltd No. 32 through Mitchell, Bedford, Bloomington. Martinsville. At Martinsville drive west across the bridge on to State Rd. No. 12 which lead3 to Indianpolis. Distance from Indianapolis to Wyandotte Cave as proposed by the Hoosier Motor Club is 155 miles. The route shown from French Lick to Indianapolis is 110 miles. The route described is remarkable because it not only gives the tourists an opportunity to see Nature's beauty spots at their best in Indiana, but also a visit to French Lick and Martinsville, two health resorts known all over the country.

CAMPERS WARNED 13 WATCH FIRES Carelessness Causes Big Loss Annually, The summer camper must always be careful of fires. Millions of dollars is lost annually in the United States because careless campers neglect to be sure the fire waa extinguished before breaking camp, Here are some timely tips on how to prevent forest files: r 1. Build a smajl lire —it is safe and easy to use. A large tire is too hot for comfort and cooking, and is dangerous. 2. Fires against logs or trees are unsafe, hard to extinguish and cause damage. Build against rocks or in the open, away from trees. Protect trees, roots, trunks and branches. 3. Always thoroughly extinguish a

Dr. Scherer's New Highland Mineral Springs Sanitarium and Rest House Complete in every detail. An ideal place to spend your vacation. Completely remodeled. Splendid meals, Mineral Water Baths, with attendants, Physiotherapy and Massage On trolly line at entrance from North to Martinsville, Rates $16.00 to $30.00 Per Week. 75 Rooms. American Plan. Write for Reservations Dr. Simon P. Scherer, Prop. MARTINSVLLE. IND.

Eagle Creek Inn Cor. Mooresville Koad and Kajrle Creek. Onh i miles from Monument, straight out Kentucky Ave. Chicken Dinners The good old-fashioned kind like, grandmother used to serve. Special Arrangements for Private Parties We also serve sandwiches of all kinds. GLIDEWELL BROTHERS

BLUE BLUFFS D Summer Resort Sunday AN IBBAL PI-ACE TO SPEND A VOI R VACATION /1/tt/Z - Six' tulb* from Martinsville. From Inrti- nfM) s anapoKs by. fa State Hoad No, 12; also UVU Its by busses, truction and Penn. Railroad. ' T SPBGIAL ACCOMMODATIONS BOR AUTO AND Wml OUTING PART IMS. BEAUTIFULLY WOODICD. ELjio SHADY AND COUP ’ Ci f/6 - lor special rc.er'ution phone Blue Bluff’s, 11111 [J Bluff Chicken Dinners dishes find mat- ’ trees. Bring your S. own bedding. d* !S FA • None .50 Per Three-room cot- Better H Plate tage, SI per Five-room cot- BAKED CHICKEN DINNER, 75£ to-ge, $lO per Our aim is to give you the best service poseible to make your vacation or outing most BOAT L N ATm.NG enjoyable. FISHING S* A- CRAIG, Proprietor DANCING v R ‘ R ’ No ’ *• Martinsville, lod.

fire before leaving. Do" not scatter it. If water cannot be had bury all embers in dirt which contains no rotted leaves or molt. 4. A collapsible camp stove is the best all-around fireplace for campers. 5. The habitual smoker needs to "toe extra careful about where he throws his cigar, cigarette and match. Be sure they are out. GAtIwAYJTO THE SOUTH New Albany Bridge Over Ohio Point of Interest to Tourists. The Indiana and Kentucky bridge, connecting New Albany, Ind., with Louisville, Ky., over the Ohio River is called the gateway to the South. It la>-ks one foot of being a mile in length. Three great highways pass over this bridge. They are: Dixie and Jackson highways, and the {Midland Trail. Crossing into Louisville you may see many points of scenic beauty 'and historic interest such as the Old Kentucky home, Cherokee Park Dr., park systems, motorists’ camp grounds, good hotels and theaters, and famous Churchill Downs.