Compiled by Mary Hedge, LaPorte County Public Library
Dec. 18, 1914 — Everybody in LaPorte is planning to go to the downtown Phoenix Theatre tonight. The entire proceeds to the penny will be given to the Charity Circle.
Dec. 18, 1964 — Fire claims 21 lives in a state nursing home in Fountaintown, Indiana.
Dec. 18, 1989 — Gayle Taylor, who was shot in the head during an insurance agency robbery in Michigan City, dies.
Dec. 18, 2004 — “A Series of Unfortunate Events” is playing at the Kerasotes Theatres in Michigan City and at the LaPorte Cinema.