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Local Histories

ITEM #82 History of Whynot, Mississippi, Vol. II
By Jim Dawson. This volume covers families of Whynot, both early and later arrivals. Some 100 families covered, some very briefly, and some quite extensively. The author explores the connections of many families and follows them through humorous episodes as well as times of sadness and grief. The two-volume history is the product of four years' research. 330 pgs + index
$
25.00    
ITEM #83 History of Pine Springs, Lauderdale County, MS.
 By Mary Ellen White. Covers the first 100 years of the Pine Springs Community, and includes numerous photos. The author spent five years in the preparation of this excellent narrative. It offers information on the families of Pine Springs, general history, school matters, churches, and much more. 292 pgs 
$
25.00    
ITEM #84 History of Daleville
By Patricia L. Davis. Gives early history, land, school, churches and general history (with pictures). 156 pgs
$
10.00    
ITEM #85 History of Whynot High School
By Jim Dawson. Numerous photos. 88 pgs
$
12.00    
ITEM #98 Now As I Remember.
Collection of oral interviews by Meridian Community College Students of local people's memories of growing up in the depression era, and the civil rights activities of the 1960's.
$
15.00    
ITEM #300 Paths to the Past.
An overview, narrative of Lauderdale County, a collaborative effort of columnist Nan Fairley & Jim Dawson. The publication features more than 150 photographs of historic interest, as well as maps, drawings, and more. Hardbound
$30.00 $25.00
ITEM #310 Welch Journal.
The journal of Dr. Jacob Perry Welch of Alamucha, Lauderdale County, MS. Farm and family history, observations concerning Confederate and Union activities in the area during the Civil War. 143 pgs
$
12.00    
ITEM #403 Dixie Highway High School
A history compiled by Jim Dawson. Many of those who had ties to the county's first brick school brought out old treasured photos of teachers and students, to share with friends through publication of this volume, which also reprints extracts from "A Girl Graduate's Journal of 1929." 50 pgs
$
10.00    
Item #415 A History of Lauderdale Springs.
 By Betty Lawrence, and expanded by Thomas U. Lawrence. Gives information regarding the resort, orphanages, and cemeteries located in Lauderdale Springs, Mississippi. 198 pgs.
$
15.00    
Item #444  Meridian, Mississippi: People and Events during World War II (1939-1945).
 By Fred Edmiston. The story of Meridian before America’s entry into World War II until 1945. Contains many recollections of the Author.  An Excellent local history. 328 pages.
$
25.00    
Item #277 James Hamilton Keeton and His Planes
A short biography of James Hamilton Keeton, the pilot who flew the second Curtiss Robin Airplane that brought fuel to the "Ole Miss" during the Key Brothers Endurance Flight of 1935. (Released May 2010)
$
8.00    
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