Fletcher was well known across the Magic City. He was hired as a letter carrier in 1892, the first African American to work ...

"This extraordinary gift from Mary Harper ensures that the legacy of the Ball brothers and their contributions to Muncie and beyond remain at the forefront of our collective memory," Mearns said.

MUNCIE, Ind. — A premier collection of nearly 3,000 Ball jars and related memorabilia has been donated to Ball State University, "connecting the iconic Ball family legacy to its roots in Muncie ...