Category Archives: Historical tidbits

Where Were They?

Posted on December 11, 2016 by admin

Wednesday, December 7, 2016, was the 75th anniversary of the Day of Infamy, when Japanese aircraft routed the ill-prepared U. S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii Territory. The surprise attack on Sunday morning began at 7:53 a.m. there … Continue reading →

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A Century Ago

Posted on December 4, 2016 by admin

Next month will mark the third anniversary of my “A Century Ago” segment posted daily on Facebook. Many of you read it, send a comment, and like it. When someone tells me he reads something I wrote, I am thrilled. … Continue reading →

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The Incredible Mr. Sam

Posted on November 27, 2016 by admin

Ask anyone who has lived in Greenville or other parts of Northeast Texas for a long time who they has done the most benefit for the area and the answer will probably be Representative Sam Rayburn. Some say that during … Continue reading →

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A Nation Divided

Posted on November 20, 2016 by admin

On a dreary day in November 1863, President Abraham Lincoln climbed aboard a train in Washington for a short ride to the small town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. It was a sad and somber occasion that brought him to the college … Continue reading →

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Ben K. Green

Posted on November 13, 2016 by admin

The other night I was somewhat restless. I had just finished an intriguing book and wanted something that would engage my mind again. I had lots of books relating to research I am involved with, but I really wanted something … Continue reading →

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Who Won the War of 1812

Posted on November 6, 2016 by admin

This afternoon at 2:00 we celebrate the life and death of James Hicks Gee. Mr. Gee served as a musician playing the fife during the Battle of New Orleans. Born in Virginia, he answered the call for volunteers in the … Continue reading →

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James H. Gee

Posted on October 30, 2016 by admin

Next Sunday, November 6th several patriotic groups are planning a War of 1812 Patriot Grave Dedication for James H. Gee (1799-1883) in East Mount Cemetery at 2:00 P.M. The public is invited. James Gee was born earlier than any other … Continue reading →

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East Mount Cemetery

Posted on October 23, 2016 by admin

Let’s take a visit to East Mount Cemetery in Greenville this week. I must admit I have never walked the entire ten-plus acre cemetery myself, but I have visited many different gravesites over the years. The first marked graves date … Continue reading →

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Daylight Saving Time

Posted on October 16, 2016 by admin

In three weeks we will take a leap backwards. Before we go to bed on November 5, we will go through the house and turn every clock back an hour, except for those clocks that are smart enough to do … Continue reading →

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The Old Post Office

Posted on October 9, 2016 by admin

Remember when you went to the post office, not only to collect your mail, but also to visit with friends and learn what was going on in town. Post offices have always fascinated me. Some such as the one in … Continue reading →

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