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Overdue Honor: Alabama re-construction legislators are honored
A local lawmaker couldn’t remember the exact title of a classic Sam Cooke song, but he came close as he saluted a group of black legislators who served during Reconstruction. “Somewhere there’s a song about ‘It’s a long time coming,’ and it has been for the families of these great men,” state Rep. Thad McClammy, [...]
Black Reconstruction in Alabama in a Nut Shell
The northern defeat in the Civil War lead to re-construction of the southern government. From 1868 to 1878. Black legislators were being included as Alabama lawmakers. They were represented in various counties to enact, modify and establish new laws that would include rights for all people. However, the white legislators were never comfortable with the [...]
Visit to the Harris Family Gathering
During the third week of July, myself and a few younger relatives took a trip to Thomasville, Georgia to see David Harris and his family. We believe that we share the same gggrandfather, Chance Harris who was born in Georgia about 1820. I met some several of the older Harris family members. When time permits, [...]
3rd Annual Harris Family Gathering
They will be having a family gathering in Thomasville GA to be held July 22 & 23 at the Tony Ward’s Farm and Pavillion, 2353 Hwy 319 South. The price of the event will be $40.00 for adults over age 18, ages 13 to 17 $10.00 and those under 12 are free. For more information [...]
Honoring Mom
The Community Baptist Church will be honoring mom, Carrie B. Harris on March 6, 2011 along with other church mothers. Mother was a dedicated member of the church since about the 1960′s when she moved from Trevose PA. More info to come. 02/14/11 – The service will be held at 10:30 am. 1913-1980
Howard, Gooding Jr. join Lucas’s Tuskegee Airmen film
Red Tails, George Lucas’s much-anticipated Tuskegee Airmen film, is coming closer to fruition, with Terrence Howard and Oscar-winner Cuba Gooding Jr. among those joining the cast. | Terrance Howard Cuba Gooding Jr Bryan Cranston Ne-Yo Nate Parker David Oyelowo The ensemble Second World War drama, basedon the story of the first unit of African-American fighter [...]
Lou Coleman
Lou Coleman, singer and songwriter of 2424 Airacobra Street, Bristol Township, has auditioned for an appearance on NBC’s Tonight Show. Coleman has two records being released later this month by Crown Music Company of Neyork. Coleman wrote both tunes. Source: BCCT, January 23, 1963, page 13
Engagement – Patrick Murphy and Chanel Hargrove
THIS IS A LATE POSTING!! Patrick and Chanel became engaged on August 6th, 2008, which is also Devon’s birthday!! Devon, Patrick, Chanel and Ella Rae Congratulations!!!
Tuskegee Airman Dies – James T Price
James T. Price died July 20 from injuries suffered in an accidental fall several weeks ago, according to base officials. Read more








