247 Years later… How Independent are we?

July 4, 2023 – American Independence Day 247 years ago, the American colonies declared their independence from a government that had ceased to honor their obligations in regards to personal freedoms. The journey to that day was long and littered with attempts to reconcile the differences between the rulers and those they ruled. To be […]

Elizabeth Home-coming Centennial Celebration ~ July 3 and 4

Familiar names for native Elizabethans pop up in the activities for the third of July. Despite the heat, many athletic events were scheduled and hopefully well attended. Starting at 9:00 A.M. a ten mile marathon was held around Pangburn and Fallen Timber hollows. A golf tournament was also held at Butler’s golf course. Growing up […]