Looking Back – Oct. 31

Members of The Republic circulation staff hold a newsprint banner stretched from stacks of newspapers after reaching the 21,000 level in customer circulation on Oct. 31, 1974.

From The Republic archives

2014

Ivy Tech Community College began offering the Siemens Mechatronic Systems Certification Program, led by Gerd Voigt. The two-week training program was offered by German multinational engineering company Siemens International.

1999

Trick-or-treaters set out to collect candy across the county, including at the Fair Oaks Mall, where a mysterious creature handed out treats to curious children.

1974

The Republic reached a record high of 21,000 in customer circulation.