Bells Across America in Fayette County

Carolyn Balog and James Waldrop Chapter DAR Regent Betty Harrah

The James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution joined in the Bells Across America Celebration on September 17 as the country celebrated the 221st anniversary of the signing of the US Constitution. Over 2 dozen local citizens, DAR members and SAR members rang bells for two minutes in honor of the signing. A 6 foot long scroll with over 500 names of local citizens who have pledged support of the Constitution over the last month was on display. The Marquis de Lafayette Chapter Sons of the American Revolution provided a musket salute.

The James Waldrop Chapter DAR is chartered in Fayetteville, GA.

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Let Freedom Ring Ceremony-- July 4th

Let Freedom Ring Ceremony
July 4th
2 pm
Old Fayette County Courthouse Square, Fayetteville, Georgia

During this short but inspiring ceremony, the names of the original thirteen states are read and bells are rung to honor the men who risked their lives by signing the Declaration of Independence. This event was begun by the Marquis de Lafayette Chapter Sons of the American Revolution several years ago and has become a Fayetteville tradition. This year, the James Waldrop Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution of Fayetteville will partner with them and hand out American flags to attendees. The ceremony only lasts about twenty minutes, so plan that barbecue for 3:00 and bring the family to this meaningful event to honor our country's birthday and the men who brought it about.

Tomme Honored by Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution

J. Michael Tomme, Sr. of McDonough, GA, was recently recognized by the Georgia Society Sons of the American Revolution at their Annual Meeting.

Tomme was awarded the Patriot Medal, the highest award for service, for his dedicated work to the Sons of the American Revolution, Daughters of the American Revolution and the Children of the American Revolution.

Tomme is a member of the Marquis de Lafayette Sons of the American Revolution Chapter in Fayetteville, GA.

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Fayette Businesses Recognized for Flying the Flag

Members of the Marquis de Lafayette Chapter Sons of the American Revolution recently presented Flag Certificates to IHOP and Leslie Contracting, both located in Fayetteville, GA.

"Our chapter presents these to businesses or individuals who display the flag properly," stated Chairman John Sloan. On hand to present the awards were SAR members John Sloan, Ernie Kearns and Mike Tomme.

Pictured receiving the certificates are: Richard Lopez, Manager of IHOP and Cam Williams, President of Leslie Contracting and Kendall Olson, Vice President.

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