Dianne Smith, Author at The Troy Messenger

Dianne Smith

Jerry Spann left a legacy of music in the City of Troy

I recently saw on Facebook that December 26 is the wedding anniversary of Jerry and Betty Spann. Married in 1954, this past December 26 would ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Monday, January 20, 2025 5:42 pm

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Mrs. Inez Streeter has seen a lot in her 100 years

Troy has changed a lot in the past 70 years, but through all the changes, one thing has remained the same—Mrs. Inez Streeter of L. ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, January 14, 2025 7:56 pm

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Mossy Grove once thrived around school

Mossy Grove was mainly a farming community where the hub of activity thrived at the little school, which is now a restaurant.  From March 5, ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, January 7, 2025 7:23 pm

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Town of Banks incorporated in 1896

In the November 28, 1972 edition of the Troy Messenger was this story about the town of Banks. Banks, Alabama, was incorporated in the year ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Monday, December 23, 2024 6:00 pm

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Solomon Siler was an early Pike County settler

In the 1972, November 28th edition of the Troy Messenger was this story about Solomon Siler, one of the earliest settlers in Pike County Solomon ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 17, 2024 7:31 pm

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Looking back at Shellhorn School

The Shellhorn School was established in 1889.  The first residents of Shellhorn began receiving formal education in the log home of Mrs. Tom Pierson in ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 8:23 pm

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Mrs. Wease Rose spent 25 years as Troy State University postmaster

In 1971, Mrs. Wease Rose celebrated her retirement from Troy State University. “In November of 1946, I began this job with no idea of whether ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 8:17 pm

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Messenger archive recounts sacrifices of veterans

Veterans Day is a time to honor the brave individuals who served in the military, celebrating their sacrifices and unwavering dedication. In recognition of this ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 12, 2024 8:32 pm

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Archives tell story of Pike County veterans of Mexican War

The Mexican-American War, spanning from April 1846 to February 1848, marked a significant chapter in American history. Major Thomas M. Murphree played a pivotal role ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 29, 2024 8:13 pm

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1971 article highlighted Outstanding Young Women of America

In 1971, the Nineteenth Century Club of Troy nominated three women to be featured in the Outstanding Young Women of America program. Other women mentioned ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, October 22, 2024 8:21 pm

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