One of the first events of the 2003 Tobacco and Heritage Festival, Hometown History Day offers a look back at life in communities that were once thriving settlements. Longtime residents will be on hand to talk about the people, businesses, schools, and events that made each place unique.
Presentations will be made at 10 a.m. and repeated at 2 p.m. at each location. Old photographs, memorabilia, and map sketches will be displayed.
Civil War soldier Richard F. Talley is buried in the Gordonsville Cemetery and his home still stands-- just one of the interesting facts about what was once the largest town in Logan County that almost became the county seat.
Corinth was home to country physician Dr. M.L. Brodie, the Lintons, Prices, and other farm families. Mr. Dave Ray was the first postmaster and that led to the community's being called Ray in the 1880s.
The public is invited to assemble in each community at their choice of scheduled times for the informal programs. Those attending will have the opportunity to share memories and history associated with the communities and may ask questions of the knowledgeable hosts.
Information sheets that include driving directions will be available at the Chamber of Commerce prior to the event.
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