Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Dec. 13, 1914 — The U.S. Slicing Machine Co. opens its office where 12 stenographers, all of LaPorte, have employment.
Dec. 13, 1964 — John Brademas says a Canadian subsidy scheme on automotive parts threatens the jobs of 500 Modine workers in LaPorte.
Dec. 13, 1989 — Wonderland, the longtime department/discount store on LaPorte’s west side, will close in early ’90.
Dec. 13, 2004 — Most large employers will maintain prescription drug benefits for retirees after the Medicare drug insurance program begins in 2006, but many will be at reduced levels.