It is a matter of opinion. To me the topic folders are a waste of time when I wish to browse through every comment. There could be a comment that I would want to read in a topic folder that I may not click on. With slow dial-up internet as many still have, one page is faster and more simple. Look at how many folders that only have just a few comments. Thanks for the TribStar online though, it is a great service. Those that have worked for Columbia House, join the Yahoo Group www.groups.yahoo.com/groups/columbiahouse
hutch701Thursday, Dec 29, 2005 (08:12:37 pm CST)
Unfortunately, the guest book will no longer be a part of the tribstar.com Web site after this weekend. As part of a corporate decision to redesign all of the CNHI-owned newspaper Web sites, tribstar.com will have a new look in a day or so and the guest book is not part of the new design. Those of you who have already explored the forums are urged to return and join the discussion. If you haven't been there yet, please go and check them out. We already have created several places in the forums, such as Local Issues, High School and College Sports, Downtown Terre Haute, where you can discuss specific issues. And if you'd like us to start a new discussion, send me an e-mail and we'll get it going for you. Bob Orlandini Assistant Editor
Bob OrlandiniThursday, Dec 29, 2005 (04:12:22 pm CST)
please dont stop the guess box.my name is laurie hoffman i was rasied in t.h. i now live in texas.i am looking for my husbands daughter ,hasnt seen here for years,been looking.her name is kari ann gilmore,if you no her please give her this email she has 2brothers and a sister who really want to meet her,and her father would love to meet her and tell her his story of his life, please help,her mothers name is kathy gilmore they live in lewis in contact laurie hoffman slskdhoffman@aol.com
laurie hoffmanWednesday, Dec 28, 2005 (10:12:48 pm CST)
one last time, does anyone know where diane elder is, she went to maple ave school in the early 60's or joyce bentley who was a teacher. there
marilynWednesday, Dec 28, 2005 (09:12:44 pm CST)
I have tried the archives several times but I have been unable to locate a team picture of the 1946-1949 Terre Haute Phillies. That team was an important part of my childhood and I would love a team picture or even a photo copy of a newpaper print. Is there any out there who could steer me to someone who might help me?
Don SnyderWednesday, Dec 28, 2005 (07:12:07 pm CST)
please keep the guestbook, it has quite a few good stories and history in the messages.i am from the tecumseh area.
barbara sollarsMonday, Dec 26, 2005 (11:12:08 pm CST)
Just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas,and to my old classmates in Brazil class of 76 rock on people
David L. WalkerSaturday, Dec 24, 2005 (05:12:05 am CST)
The Guestbook must stay!! Because of a message that I left on the Guestbook on November 16, 2005, a much-loved niece from my former marriage was able to find me after almost a 16 years' absence. She has spent a lot of time searching for me and was finding it difficult because of my last name being a commonly known name. But she found me because of the comment that I left with the Guestbook. We are now in touch with each other again and plan a "reunion" in 2006. All of this just happened this past weekend -- and we spent almost 2-1/2 hours on the phone last night catching up on each other's life. As I originally stated in my comment of 11/16/05, the Guestbook enabled me to find a pen pal when I responded to her Guestbook comment, where she was seeking some info about the Terre Haute area when she lived there as a child. She now lives near Jackson, Mississippi, but through our e-mails and cards to each other, we are still sharing childhood memories of Terre Haute. And we are both hoping to meet each other in 2006 as well. These are two wonderful connections that I have made in 2005, thanks to your Guestbook!!! Keep up the good work in helping all of us keep in touch with "home" and renewing people in our lives as well as finding new friends. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone in my great home town -- Terre Haute, Indiana!!
Jan ThompsonMonday, Dec 19, 2005 (11:12:48 am CST)
just a message about the market on 4th St, "Shahadeys market, it was a good market, everyone was friendly, the candy was excellent, always got a lot during the holidays. Maybe someone, someday will decide to re-open it and provide the same good service to the community, like they did. Thanks
Irene Scott StewartSunday, Dec 18, 2005 (09:12:30 am CST)
I was happy to read the comment from Jan Thompson of Crossville, Tenn. who use to live in Terre Haute. Is she the former Jan Benner from the Clayton area? I would love to get back in touch with her.
Sandra Van Lannen CarmonyFriday, Dec 16, 2005 (04:12:29 pm CST)
Saw the article in the paper on the "Shadady store that closed in Terre Haute, I had no idea that it was closed. Yes, I was one of those people who came in to get the old fashioned candy. No matter how many times I came in, I was treated always the same, friendly, and everyone was always glad to see you, no matter what the occasion, even if you were in a bad mood. They were always so happy. I live in Texas now, and really miss having that candy. but I guess all good things must end. too bad, someone else couldn't take up the store and re-opened it. Thanks
IreneFriday, Dec 16, 2005 (02:12:53 pm CST)
Read a comment from a james j. welsh from Brazil age 66 now living in ca. I wonder if it is the same one I knew as a young person in Brazil in the 50's
c.r. boydWednesday, Dec 14, 2005 (04:12:50 am CST)
Looking for old friends, Does anyone know the where abouts of Doug McElroy, from the Terre Haute area? Thanks
TINATuesday, Dec 13, 2005 (01:12:50 am CST)
Thank you for having the recipe for Scalloped Pineapple in last Sunday's Tribune Star. My grandmother, Elsie Pearl Dinkins Jenkins Woods McClain always made this wonderful dish. I can remember having it at a family reunion in Deming Park back in the 60's. I didn't have the complete recipe. I only knew it had white bread and pineapple. Grandma used to laugh that people thought it had lots of expensive ingredients in it. It looked elegant in a pretty dish! You can bet I will be having it on the table for Christmas Eve with the ham. Would love to hear from relatives and friends that knew her. She gave me a love of genealogy and history. I am related to Jenkins, Dinkins, Montgomery, Landes, Fuqua, Ritchey, Buckler, Marrs/Marr, Poindexter, Krise, Colbert, Wright, Sears, Clay and others. I read the Trib-Star online as I live in Washington, the State. Please keep the guestbook. Kathi Jenkins Trostad
Kathi Jenkins TrostadWednesday, Dec 07, 2005 (05:12:34 pm CST)
KEEP THE GUEST BOOK !!!!! Former Terre Hautian now living in Elkton, MD
Mark SablaTuesday, Dec 06, 2005 (02:12:56 pm CST)
ELISHA BRIDGEWATERS. Hi Donna. I have responded to your inquiry about Elisha and Myrtle [Barnaby] Bridgewaters and sent data to your email address. However, AOL does not like me and my emails are routinely bounced. I need an alternate address in order to get the information to you. Since some of the data relates to living individuals, I do not want to post it. Best wishes.
Vern PaulTuesday, Dec 06, 2005 (01:12:18 pm CST)
I live in northern ca (paradise,ca), I was raised in brazil and attended Shulte also.I enjoy reading the trib star and the brazil times each day,although I am 66 and have lived out west since 69 I still have family and friends from clay and vigo countys, so dont do away with the questbook as many of older people like me enjoy reading what other people like us write.dont get rid of a good thing.
james j. welch.srTuesday, Dec 06, 2005 (10:12:19 am CST)
I don't see what the fuss is about the new forums...I like them. It's a whole lot easier to read because there are catagories. The people that want to find old friends can do that and the people that want to discuss specific issues can have a conversation back and forth without having to wade through a bunch of other stuff that has nothing to do with the discussion at all. Plus the comments go up instantly. On this thing I might have to wait a few days to see the comments. and by then there will have been other people posting that push this comment down to the bottom or even the next page. So, bring on the forums!
Jeff GreenTuesday, Dec 06, 2005 (08:12:36 am CST)
Jeff GreenTuesday, Dec 06, 2005 (08:12:23 am CST)
I am from Sullivan,IN.,& I want you to know that I enjoy looking in on your web site from time to time. I graduated from S.H.S. in 1954.Would love to hear from some of the people in that area. My E-mail address is jehunt@gulftel.com My phone number is 251 955 5457. I know everyone will miss the Terre Haute House. If I had to look at a vacant lot, where she once stood I would feel pretty bad also. Thank You All, Jack E. Hunt
Jack E. HuntMonday, Dec 05, 2005 (04:12:36 pm CST)
From today's sports section, "Colts dominate Titans, clinch playoff birth". Playoff Birth??? Gotta love spellcheck!
Jose LardizabalMonday, Dec 05, 2005 (03:12:03 pm CST)
Just a couple of comments. First and most important, Max Frey, I read your comments and Christy's comments and your apology is evidence that you are a good man, a real man, well done! At first glance I was dissapointed to see that the Guestbook was going, but after viewing the Forum, give it a try folks, you can discuss specific issues, look up old friends and communicate in a variety of ways, as opposed to the shotgun approach to the Guestbook. I was sad to see the Terre Haute House go, but look at the possibility of a brand new hotel for new generations to enjoy in the future. Change is difficult, but usually always for the better.
Dan HarrisTuesday, Nov 29, 2005 (09:11:34 am CST)
Looking for information on the Charles J. Anderson family of Terre Haute. Charles J. Anderson, 1922-1998. Thanks all. John
John ShafferSunday, Nov 27, 2005 (10:11:30 am CST)
I agree.......keep the GUESTBOOK. I don't care for the forum. Ft. Myers, FL.
Harold PlunkettSunday, Nov 27, 2005 (08:11:21 am CST)
I'm looking for information on two cousins from Terre Haute. Ronald J. Anderson and Carol A. (Anderson) Price. They are the children of Charles J. and Norma L. (Ketchum) Anderson. Thanks everyone. John Shaffer.
John ShafferThursday, Nov 24, 2005 (10:11:22 pm CST)
