Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Oct. 13, 1914 – Germany, at the end of the 11th week of war, is gaining new advantages and maintaining a firm hold.
Oct. 13, 1964 – The Soviet Union brought its three-man spaceship safely back to earth after it orbited 16 times in 24 hours, 17 minutes.
Oct. 13, 1989 – The Ames Department Store opens at Pine Lake Community Shopping Center in LaPorte.
Oct. 13, 2004 – The LaPorte County Libertarian Party opens a headquarters on Lincolnway.