Way Back Wednesday in Calhoun County---August 16-22
This week for the Way Back Wednesday in Calhoun County Blog we go around the county. From looking for school supplies to military activities during the World Wars, Calhoun County was affected by local and global events. Remember to click on the links in the blog to view many of the photos seen in Images of America series books: Anniston Revisited, Anniston, or Calhoun County.
Upcoming Events: We are excited to announce that Alexander’s at Noble Shops will be hosting the Anniston Revisited Book Signing during the Makers Market on August 25th from 6:00 PM-8:00 PM (CT). Books will be available for purchase at the event (cash or check only).
August 16, 1936: Anniston, AL. Sawyer Printing advertised they were purchasing used books to sell for the school year. The printing company was located at East 11th Street. Since school was starting soon, the company encouraged patrons to bring in books to assess if the books would be usable for the school year.
August 17, 1914: Anniston, AL. Although America would not enter World War I for three years, many companies felt the effect of the war in Europe including Hale Buggy Company at 310 West 15th Street. Because of the war scare, the company saw several orders either held up or outright canceled. The company offered a competitive price to paint local automobiles to keep the paint crews employed during the downturn.
August 18, 1942: Calhoun County, AL. The Anniston Star carried an advertisement encouraging citizens to contribute to the war effort by collecting items including scrap iron, steel, non-ferrous metals, rags, tin cans and rubber from both residential homes and commercial agencies. The materials could be taken to any salvage depot operated by civilian defense workers or be sold to junk dealers. Those who chose to sell the materials were encouraged to use the money to buy war bonds and stamps to support the war effort.
August 19, 1921: Jenifer, AL in Talladega County. An L & N train hit an automobile near the depot at Jenifer, about 12 miles south of Oxford, AL. Eight people were injured, four of the injured, which included two children, were from Anniston. The injured were transported to Anniston’s St. Luke Hospital.
August 20, 1901: Anniston, AL. Robinson’s Book Store offered their pound paper at the lowest price in town. The book store, located in the 1100 block of Noble Street, was the home of the first town library.
August 21, 1917: Camp McClellan, AL. Major Charles Dulin, the Quartermaster for Camp McClellan’s construction, detailed the materials used to build the camp. There were 30,000 tons of materials required to construct the camp. The camp was constructed through the labor of both civilians and soldiers.
August 22, 1959: Anniston, AL. The Civitan Club held the 4th Annual Southeastern Horse Show at Ezell Park on South Quintard Avenue. The performances were scheduled for 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM. The event included a barbeque lunch and supper served on the grounds. The general admission was one dollar in advance and $1.25 at the gate.
