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Dianne Smith

Elizabeth Comer had a desire to learn to read

Originally published in 1980 is an incredible story about Elizabeth Comer’s desire to learn to read.  This story  shows that you are never too old ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, January 10, 2023 6:30 pm

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Alice Green Thornton, spinner, weaver and artist

Alice Green Thornton was born in 1903 in Meekers, Oklahoma.  At an early age her teacher recognized her talent for art and encouraged her  in ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, January 3, 2023 7:27 pm

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Dr. Tennille, the man and his vision for a town

According to Margaret Pace Farmer’s book, One Hundred Fifty Years in Pike County Alabama 1821-1971, Dr. A. St. C. Tennille was a physician and manufacturer.  ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 27, 2022 7:25 pm

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The ‘Human Fly’ climbs the Troy Hotel in early 1900s

In the early 1900’s, Jack Williams was known as the original “human fly.”  He was also nicknamed “Crazy Jack” because he would climb giant buildings ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 20, 2022 7:30 pm

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Wilma Mullis was featured in The Messenger in 1969

In 1969, the Troy Messenger features a series of articles on “careers for women.”  Here is one on Wilma Mullis and her career with her ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 13, 2022 8:29 pm

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Old Troy firehouse was torn down in 1970

In 1970, the old firehouse was deemed a hazard and was torn down. Progress calls, and another Troy landmark falls.  The old firehouse, located on ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, December 6, 2022 8:07 pm

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Troy’s WTBF went on the air in February 25, 1947

Troy’s long-awaited radio station, WTBF, will go on the air at noon, Feb. 25. Announcement of the opening date was made this morning by Cyril ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 29, 2022 8:19 pm

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Troy’s Mr. Music Herman Moll came to town in 1919

“Do you remember 1919 Herman Moll?” rolled from the public address system last night in Montgomery’s Cramton Bowl at the half time of the Troy ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 22, 2022 8:08 pm

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Celeste Darby — A guiding light in education in the 1890s

Celeste Darby was one of the early educators in Pike County.  Miss Darby was born on December 29, 1866 to parents James Bunyon Darby and ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 15, 2022 9:04 pm

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CHHS band earned nickname in 1969 contest

In September 1969 the CHHS Band received top ratings at a contest and earned their nickname, “The Blue Machine.” Charles Henderson High School Band under ... Read more

by Dianne Smith, Tuesday, November 8, 2022 7:46 pm

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