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Reflections by Sammy Way: The depot proved important to early Sumter travelers
Reflections remembers the large number of depots found within Sumter County and numerous surrounding communities. The depot is often defined as "a place where buses, trains or other vehicles are housed and maintained and from which they are … more
Dr. E. C. Jones helped found 2nd Black American Legion Post in S.C.
Reflections remembers the beginning of the first Black American Legion Post in Sumter that began addressing the needs of its veteran membership in 1953. This facility became a reality because of the efforts of Edward C. Jones, along with the support … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: 'Convenience Corner' opened in Sumter in 1949
Reflections revisits the opening of two of Sumter's favorite business establishments on what became known as "Convenience Corner." Sno-White Cleaners and A&P Grocers undertook a joint venture by constructing buildings adjacent to each other on the … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: North Main Street of the 1950s remembered
Reflections remembers buildings located on North Main Street in the late 1950s. This segment of downtown has undergone myriad changes through the years. The author has numbered key points on the map and trusts that many long-term residents will … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Education, pride important to Brogdon community
Editor's note: This is part two of a two-part series about Brogdon Station. Read part one at www.theitem.com/reflections. Reflections remembers two families who settled in the rural areas of Sumter County that became known as Britton Siding and … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Brogdon Station was Southern micro community in Sumter
Reflections remembers two families who settled in the rural areas of Sumter County that became known as Britton Siding and Brogdon Station. These two families played an important role in Sumter's history. This piece will focus on the Brogdons to … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: T. Douglas Youngblood named Sumter's 1950 'Man of The Year'
Reflections remembers Thomas Douglas Youngblood and his tireless dedication to our city's improvement. His willingness to assume numerous civic responsibilities made him one of Sumter's most valuable citizens. He would become only the eighth person … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Ralph Haddon and Don Browning were named Studebaker dealers in Sumter
Reflections remembers the Studebaker automobile and its contributions to the auto industry. According to Wikipedia Encyclopedia, "The manufacturer of the Studebaker was based in South Bend, Indiana, and was founded in 1852 and incorporated in 1868 … more
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Many Sumter landmarks have vanished over time
Reflections remembers many of Sumter's landmarks that have been razed or altered to make room for new structures that may have required additional space. Webster defines a landmark as any prominent feature of the landscape, such as a tree or … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Clevenger Business College opened in Sumter in 1950
Reflections remembers Clevenger College and its impact on the city of Sumter. The business school was instrumental in preparing a portion of the community for its post-war entry into the growing world of industrial technology. The business and … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Part II: John Blount Miller, public spirited and advocate of education
This is part two in a two-part series about John Blount Miller and the numerous contributions he made to the development of what became Sumterville. Read part one at www.theitem.com/reflections. The data and photos used to prepare this report were … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: John Blount Miller, public spirited and advocate of education
Reflections remembers John Blount Miller and the numerous contributions he made to the development of what became Sumterville in a two-part series. The data and photos used to prepare this report were obtained from The Sumter Item archives and the … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Mount Vernon Motor Court announces formal opening in 1954
Reflections remembers the arrival of one of Sumter's attractive motor inns. The Mount Vernon Motor Court, constructed in 1954, continues to function in the city at its original location. The facility was frequented by many of Sumter's visitors who … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Sumter's hotels
This edition of Reflections remembers the construction of numerous hotels in downtown Sumter. These buildings were very important for growth of Sumter as it entered the 19th century. The arrival of the railroads in the 1850s and the ensuing influx … more
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Reflections by Sammy Way: Popular hardware store opened on East Liberty Street in 1954
Reflections recalls one of Sumter's hardware stores that met the needs of the community in numerous ways. This showcase facility featured a diversity of household utensils, garden products and sporting goods. The store was manned by employees who … more
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