Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Highway marker honoring James Solomon Russell to be dedicated


The James Solomon Russell Celebration Committee has made application and received approval from the Virginia Director of Historical Resources to have a state highway marker placed recognizing the accomplishments of Archdeacon James Solomon Russell. The marker will be located on U.S. route 1 in Mecklenburg County near the place of his birth. A dedication ceremony will be held there on Saturday, October 26 at 2:00 pm. You are invited to be present at this important event. If you plan to attend, please be present at Trinity, South Hill by 1:00 p.m. on that date. Please contact Eugene Roberts if you plan to attend, rchrisgene@aol.com or 434-594-4437.