Township Trivia Time!

Messick is the town where the old bridge is located.

Our final Blue River Township trivia question is this:  The Messick Cemetery, also known as Needmore, Cannaday, or Liberty Baptist, is one of the oldest cemeteries in Henry County.  Dr. William B. Shockley is laid to rest there.  In what 1957 famous movie is a character based on Dr. Shockley (T.D. Shawnessy)?  Next week, we’ll be delving into Liberty Township history!

Pictures from Messick Cemetery:

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