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November 23, 2005
Historical Society Publication Announced
A volume containing more than 425 histories of Campbell County
Families is for sale at the Campbell County Historical Society. The limited
edition publication is expected to arrive from the printing firm near the end of
22005. The hardbound book contains more than 420 pages of text and approximately
60 pages of vintage photos submitted by family researchers. It will be available
until Jan. 31, 2006 or as long as the supply lasts for $35. The price increaces
to $40 on Feb. 1, 2006. A complete list of the names or titles of families
included in this book is available from the society, as well as reservation
forms for anyone desiring to purchase a copy.
The Society is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, so purchases of the book
are tax deductible. Funds from the sale of the book will be used for the mission
of the society, which is to preserve and promote the history of Campbell
County.
"This is the first volume published by the Society." said Trulene
Nash, vice-president of publications. "It will be used for years as a
genealogical resource for decendants of Campbell County residents. But it is
more than genealogy- there are many interesting narratives about the people,
their lifestyles and events that took place here before our
time."
Book reservations are available through the Campbell County
Historical Society Museum and Library at 235 East Central Street in downtown La
Follette.
Genealogy Camp For Kids
Camp for families to learn
together
Family history and fun are part of the program for the Family
Tree Camp at the East Tennessee Historical Society (ETHS). The camp is designed
for kids to bring along a family member and research their family tree. The camp
will be held July 11-14, 2005 from 9 am to 12 pm at The East Tennessee History
Center, 601 S. Gay Street in downtown Knoxville.
During the four days of the camp, participants will enjoy
learning methods to research their family tree, such as talking to older
relatives, using original records, visiting cemeteries, researching in the
Calvin M. McClung Historical Collection, and collecting photographs and family
heirlooms. Kids can bring a parent, grandparent, aunt or uncle with them to
explore their families genealogy.
"The Family History Camp provides as excellent opportunity to
share family stories and the adventure of learning, and to give a child an
appreciation of family and history," said Lisa Oakley, ETHS curator of
education.
The camp is designed for children ages 9 and up. Cost is 35$ per
child and 5$ for each accompanying adult. Register before June 30th by calling
Lisa Oakley at (865) 215-8828 or by email at oakley@east-tennessee-history.org.
Founded is 1834, the East Tennessee Historical Society is one of
the oldest cultral institutions in the state of Tennessee. ETHS, a non-profit
organization headquartered in Knoxville, is dedicated to preserving,
interpreting, and promoting the history of East Tennessee. The society's
activities and exhibits are made possible through the support of its membership.
For more information about the Family Tree Camp or The East Tennessee Historical
Society, please call 865-215-8824, or visit the ETHS website at http://www.east-tennessee-history.org.
Taken from The Volunteer Times
The Delap Dedication
Cemerony
The dedication ceremony to The Delap Cemetery will be on June 11,
2005 at 11 am at the cemetery, Delap Road, Just 1\2 mile north of Woodson
shopping mall.
For more information call; 423-566-3581
GENEALOGY WORKSHOP
The Pellissippi Genealogical & Historical Society will hold
it's annual GENEALOGY WORKSHOP on Saturday, May 14, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. until
Noon at the David Hall Cabin (Revolutionary War Patriot). The cabin is
located near the TVA Bull-Run Steam Plant on Old Edgemore Road at New
Henderson Road, Claxton, Tennessee. (N36°02' W084°09')
o Emphasis on
Preserving Local History & Genealogy o Vendors of Genealogy Books, o
Genealogy Materials, Forms, Catalogs & Literature o East Tennessee
History o Kingston Demolition Range (Oak Ridge) Photographs Project on
CD o Door Prizes o Refreshments o Free Admission o Everyone is
Welcome For additional information, contact us at: Pellissippi
Genealogical & Historical Society 118 South Hicks Street Clinton, TN
37716 website: http://pghs.home.att.net/ email:
pghs@att.net phone:
Mary Harris 865 457 6242 or Ron Evans 865 938 4364 Pellissippi Genealogical
& Historical Society 118 South Hicks Street Clinton, TN
37716
Knoxville Journal; Jan 27-Feb 2,
2005 LAKE CITY,
TN A circle of miners' graves laid out in
the Leach Cemetery more than a century ago - casualties of the
Fraterville Mine disaster of 1902 - has been added to the National
Register of Historic Places. The Coal Creek Watershed Foundation, a nonprofit
group that promotes environmental conservation and historic
preservation in the former mining community, will hold a dedication
May 19 - the 103rd anniversary of the Fraterville Mine
Explosion. An estimated 200 men and boys died in the disaster, one of the
worst in U.S. mining history. Several miners, trapped after the
explosion, left touching notes to loved ones before they
suffocated. The victims were buried in 20 cemeteries. But the largest
group was in Leach Cemetery, where their graves dramatically circled a
monument. Tony Van Winkle of the East Tennessee Development District
nominated the site for inclusion on the nation's official list of
cultural resources worthy of preservation. Follow this link to view the
cemetery.
