The Alabama Division Sons of Confederate Veterans Camp 1524 was represented at the State Reunion by four compatriots, 1st Lt Spears, Chaplain Brantley, Brigade Commander Waldo and compatriots Stover and Crowley. The Reunion was held on Saturday June 7th at the Disabled American Veterans building in Athens AL. It was a somewhat somber occassion as Commander Doug Barrett had passed away the week prior. A special seat was laid out for him at the head table in his honor and memory. 1st Lt Commander Jimmy Hill had assumed the duties of Division Commander in Doug's passing and he led the Reunion. The colors were posted and salutes and pledges recited to the flags to open the program. Division Adjutant and Hobbs Camp Commander Lee Hattabaugh welcomed everyone to the convention. Division Chaplain Robert Griffin then gave an Invocation. The SCV Charge was then read to those assembled. A quorum was announced based on attendance roll and the business session commenced. Treasurer Muse went thru the budget and expenditures from the prior year and everyone was encouraged to purchase SCV car tags which benefit the Division.'s work. Following the business session, a steak luncheon was served followed by the presentation of Division awards. Brigade meetings followed and the Reunion concluded with signing of Dixie and a Benediction. Always great seeing all the fellow compatriots from throughout the state at the Alabama Division Reunions.
No comments:
Post a Comment