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  Terre Haute, Indiana - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The name of the city is derived from the French phrase terre haute (pronounced /tɛʁ ot/ in French), meaning “high land,” and was used by the French explorers in the area in the early 18th century to describe the plateau-like rise of the land next to the Wabash River (See French colonization of the Americas).
Terre Haute's history is the subject of a weekly public radio program based in Bloomington, Indiana, called "Hometown with Tom Roznowski," which describes various aspects of Terre Haute in the summer of 1926.
Terre Haute is the location of a large Federal prison which is the location of the United States Government's Death Row.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Terre_Haute,_Indiana   (2681 words)

  
 History of Terre Haute
Terre Haute had the largest percentage of foreign born (11 percent in 1870, for example) in west-central Indiana.
In the 19th century Terre Haute was reputed to be a "sporting" town, the "Paris of Indiana." The public's indulgence of shady activities changed to anger in the early 1900s Civic and business organizations joined hands to expose sinister links between crime, special interests, and city hall.
Terre Haute has an interesting connection with the present state of Israel, the seeds of which were planted during World War I. After hostilities had cut off Britain's supply of acetone, an ingredient in explosives, the Russian-born chemist Dr. Chaim Weizmann developed a synthetic product for the British Admiralty.
web.indstate.edu /community/vchs/thhist.htm   (4027 words)

  
 Terre Haute travel guide - Wikitravel
Terre Haute [1] is a city in the midwestern United States, with a population of nearly 60,000.
The name "Terre Haute" is French for "high land" and refers to the area's history from the French colonization of the Americas as well as its geography next to the Wabash River.
Terre Haute's history reaches back to the early 1800s with the construction of Fort Harrison as a permanent settlement within Indian territory.
wikitravel.org /en/Terre_Haute   (323 words)

  
 Terre Haute Indiana Resource Guide, City or community of Terre Haute, Indiana Facts, Information, Relocation, Real ...
The population of Terre Haute is approximately 59,614 (2000).
The distance from Terre Haute to Washington DC is 589 miles.
Terre Haute is positioned 39.47 degrees north of the equator and 87.38 degrees west of the prime meridian.
www.usacitiesonline.com /incountyterrehaute.htm   (397 words)

  
 Terre Haute News
The Terre Haute Symphony`s Concert in the Park is still slated to be held at Fairbanks Park.
Next weekend is a big one for the Terre Haute International Airport as planes will fill the skies above the city for the 5th annual air show.
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. -- Vigo County's former emergency director said he removed a question about felony convictions on the job applications for his possible successors because he wanted his deputy director -- a...
www.topix.net /city/terre-haute-in   (593 words)

  
 Terre Haute Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, The - Find Articles   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Terre Haute, Ind. -- To get to the only federal death chamber in the United States, you simply head south through town on Highway 41.
Adele Rogers is the Terre Haute gal with the famous left arm.
It points out that Terre Haute is home to the world's largest polyethylene plant, the world's largest oriented polypropylene films production line, the world's largest mail order house, the world's largest compact disc plant and the world's fastest aluminum rolling mill.
www.findarticles.com /p/articles/mi_qn4196/is_20010610/ai_n10696820   (886 words)

  
 THSO History < Music Library < Libraries < DePauw University   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Terre Haute Tribune stated, “[n]ever in the history of club life in the city have the women heard any more finished a program, whether local or imported.” She added, “Mr.
Terre Haute Star, a crowd of 1,500 gathered to hear the third annual event on January 26, 1929, at the Indiana Theatre.
Terre Haute Star noted, “[I]t’s always interesting, especially when he practically crawls inside the piano to stroke the strings to produce the wailing of the banshee.” For this reason, Black opined, “Mr.
www.depauw.edu /library/musiclib/THSOHistory.htm   (6614 words)

  
 Terre Haute   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Early explorers aptly bestowed the French words "terre haute"(pronounced tehr-uh-hoht), meaning "high ground," not so much due to its elevation as from the fact that it was the only high ground approaching the river for several miles.
Terre Haute still holds as the major metropolitan area and hub of the Wabash Valley.
Terre Haute is fortunate to be home to five institutions of higher learning, which not only offer educational opportunities, but also serve as centers for entertainment, recreation, cultural activities and business assistance.
www.hometown.net /thprofil.htm   (835 words)

  
 Visit Terre Haute, Indiana: Terre Haute info
Locating information in Terre Haute is easy, and here is how to start.
If you are looking for a Hotel in Terre Haute, simply click on the category at the bottom part of this screen i.e.
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www.comevisitterrehaute.com   (380 words)

  
 Terre Haute Action Track   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
As opposed to previous years, this year Indiana has decided to join the rest of the country and observe Daylight Saving Time.
Therefore we will be an hour ahead of those of you in Illinois.
Haute Action Track at the recent Hoosier Racers Swap Meet 6 which was
www.terrehauteactiontrack.com   (124 words)

  
 Wabash Valley Journal of Business-The Wabash Valley's Best Source for Local Business News
Download the complete Downtown Terre Haute Redevelopment Plan released February 4, 2002, by HyettPalma.
In September, all of downtown Terre Haute is projected to be wired Ð or rather wireless Ð for computer users who wish to use their laptop or handheld computer to access the Internet.
Organized by Terre Haute resident Neil Garrison, Graffiti Busters was created in response to a friend's recurring problem.
www.thjournal.com   (897 words)

  
 Motels and Hotels in Terre Haute, Indiana
You may be able to find more info about Terre Haute lodging by going to the reservations page.
Terre Haute Knights Inn, 401 East Margaret Drive, Terre Haute, IN 47802
Terre Haute Super 8 Motel, 3089 South First Street, Terre Haute, IN 47802
www.usa-lodging.net /motels/indiana/TerreHaute.htm   (354 words)

  
 Terre Haute, Indiana (IN) Detailed Profile - relocation, real estate, travel, jobs, hotels, hospitals, schools, crime
Terre Haute, IN residents, houses, and apartments details
Terre Haute, Indiana business data: stores, dealers, real estate agents, wholesalers, restaurants...
Terre Haute-area historical tornado activity is slightly below Indiana state average.
www.city-data.com /city/Terre-Haute-Indiana.html   (1337 words)

  
 Terre Haute Yellow Pages and Terre Haute IN Guide
Terre Haute Zip Codes, Area Codes and more...
We're faster than any yellow pages in Terre Haute or directory at finding a local business or person.
To get the best Terre Haute directory search results enter a Business Name OR a Business Category.
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 TribStar.com - Terre Haute, Indiana News - Homepage   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The roughly 5,000 miles between Terre Haute and Ostersund, Sweden, is a long way from Melanie Boeglin’s home of 22 years.
Union Hospital is on the cusp of exploding into the 21st century with a mammoth expansion project that will change the face of health care in Terre Haute and the Wabash Valley.
Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra, “Symphony in the Park, Rhythm on the River,” at Fairbanks Park, Wabash River, 5:30 p.m.
www.tribstar.com   (752 words)

  
 Terre Haute Photographers - Wedding Photographers in Terre Haute IN
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Based in Terre Haute, IN with travel included to Indianapolis, Bloomington, Effingham, and Champaign, IL....
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 Terre Haute Apartments
To view all of our Terre Haute apartment rentals, all you need to do is create a free Rent.com account.
In addition to helping you find apartments in Terre Haute, Rent.com also offers a variety of moving services and moving advice.
Terre Haute's Finest Affordable Housing For Seniors...Senior Living At Its Finest...Country Living With City Conveniences...
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 Terre Haute DJs - Terre Haute Wedding DJs - DJ Terre Haute IN
, Terre Haute, IN - Top-notch DJ music service specializing in, but not limited to, top dance hits of the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s available for proms, weddings, reunions, company parties, summer fests...indoors or outd...
, Terre Haute, IN - The Footloose Sound System serves western Indiana and eastern Illinois, and are based in Terre Haute, IN.
Quickly find your local Terre Haute DJ for the perfect wedding reception or private event.
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 Community Theater of Terre Haute, Inc.: Home Page
When Madge Polk Townsley asked in 1926, “Why can’t Terre Haute have a Community Theatre like other cities?” she could not have foreseen what her question would mean to Terre Haute.
The Woman’s Department Club and the Pen and Brush Club ran with her idea and in 1928, the first season was held in Garfield High School auditorium.
Community Theatre of Terre Haute is the second oldest, non-professional theatre, in continual operation, in Indiana, and the only one offering a film series as well as live theater.
www.ctth.org   (323 words)

  
 Holiday Inn TERRE HAUTE Hotels | TERRE HAUTE | Welcome   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Holiday Inn-Terre Haute is the only full service hotel is the area.
Holiday Inn-Terre Haute is the place to stay for business, leisure or special events.
Holiday Inn-Terre Haute is the ideal hotel for the area's special events: Covered Bridge Festival, Indy 500, Formula One and Brickyard 400.
www.ichotelsgroup.com /h/d/hi/1/en/hd/hufin   (1291 words)

  
 Score Chapter 661 - Terre Haute, IN
Working and retired executives and business owners volunteer their time as counselors at no cost.
SCORE Chapter 661 in Terre Haute, Indiana consists of more than twenty-five members.
Our service area includes a multi-county area in western Indiana and eastern Illinois, around Terre Haute.
www.scorechapter661.org   (221 words)

  
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Terre Haute - A history and a guide
This is my history and guide to my adopted home - Terre Haute, Indiana.
Terre Haute is in south west Indiana, about 200 miles south of Chicago and the Great Lakes.
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 WTHI - TV: News and Weather for Terre Haute, IN
Watch national and international video news stories from the Associated Press.
Terre Haute North Alum to Play in NFL
Enter to win the new "Brother Bear 2" on DVD from WTHITV.com and Walt Disney Home Entertainment.
www.wthitv.com   (142 words)

  
 Terre Haute Men's Senior Baseball League
Jim Tanner spent countless hours recruiting players and with the help of Nick Telezin, the league finally had 4 teams and was ready to play.
Games were played at the North Babe Ruth Baseball fields, Rose Hulman Baseball field, and now has found a home at the Terre Haute South Babe Ruth Haley Field.
If anyone is interested in forming a 38+ or 48+ team for Phoenix for the World Series this year, I need to know ASAP.
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 Terre Haute Cycling & Fitness - Terre Haute, IN - Home
Terre Haute Cycling & Fitness - Terre Haute, IN - Home
Terre Haute Cycling and Fitness specializes in exercise equipment, sporting goods, treadmills, bicycles, gyms, and elliptical cross trainers.
Please take a moment to browse through our site to learn more about our company and the services that we can provide you.
www.thcyclingandfitness.com   (93 words)

  
 Terre Haute Brewing Co.
401-02 South 9th St, Terre Haute IN - 812-234-2800
Starting Sept 1st 2006 the Brewhaus will be open on Friday evenings, 5pm to midnight for our Open Haus (House).
Come visit us for beer tasting, brewery tours, Open Stage Entertainment, and the featured bands scheduled each week.
www.cvbeer.com   (57 words)

  
 Terre Haute Hotel Deals - WeCompareHotels.com   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
Compare Rates for Terre Haute Hotels - Terre Haute, Indiana, USA
Choose from popular hotels such as Drury Inn Terre Haute, Fairfield Inn By Marriott Terre Haute, Comfort Suites Terre Haute, and more.
At WeCompareHotels.com, you can compare Terre Haute hotels and book from popular hotel booking websites.
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 TribStar.com - Terre Haute, Indiana News - Sports   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The gym rat that she is, a basketball court has been her home as much as the place she lies down to sleep each night.
Terre Haute North coach Jim Cook set up the Terre Haute North Invitational Tennis Tournament with the idea that no team leaves with three losses.
Hut Hundred runs late into night at Terre Haute Action Track
www.tribstar.com /sports   (626 words)

  
 Terre Haute Area Bicycling
May 20, Terre Haute Triathlon; Terre Haute, IN
The sole purpose of this site is to promote bicycling in and around Terre Haute, Indiana.
Whether you enjoy riding on the road or doing it in the dirt, this sites contains information about local road and mountain bike rides, races, a photo page and message board to communicate with other cycling enthusiasts, as well as links to other helpful sites.
www.biketh.org   (192 words)

  
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The Hulman Mini Speedway is the oldest continuously operated dirt Quarter Midget Track in the United States and Canada.
Visitation will be Thursday from 4-8 pm at Fitzpatrick-Pearce Funeral Home.
In honor of his dedication to the THQMA the family has asked that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Terre Haute Quarter Midget Association, C/O J.R. VanGilder, 11440 S Daniel St., Terre Haute, IN 47802.
www.thqma.com   (240 words)

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