Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)
Posted by pennyMar 9
Today, we are going back a FEW years so you may have to do some real thinking on this one. Ha! Do you all remember a “camp” called Civilian Conservation Corps or CCC.

This camp was located on the land where Dr. Bolton’s Office is now and went down that side of Parks Avenue and across the Street. The time frame is in the late 30s and early 40s (if you think it was different years, please let me know).

The camp was for men who only needed at job during the Depression. I am not sure what it was for only those men but hopefully some of you can explain that a little better.

B. Brown can remember living on the corner of South Street and Charlotte Avenue (he was about 6 years old then) and he would watch the trucks go by his house on their way to work. He was told that they planted Pine Trees all over Jackson County. Some of you may be able to add to that too.
The camp was torn down while B. Brown was growing up and he can remember playing on the old business sites.
I did a little reading myself on the subject and I did find this out about CCC.

The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) was a public work relief program for unemployed men, providing vocational training through the performance of useful work related to conservation and development of natural resources in the United States. This program began in 1933 and ended in 1942.

As part of the New Deal legislation proposed by U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt (FDR), the CCC was designed to aid relief of the unemployment resulting from the Great Depression while implementing a general natural resource conservation programon federal, state, county and municipal lands in every U.S. state, including the territories of Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
The CCC became one of the more popular New Deal programs among the general public, providing economic relief, rehabilitation and training for a total of 3 million men. The CCC also provided a comprehensive work program that combined conservation, renewal, awareness and appreciation of the nation’s natural resources. The CCC was never considered a permanent program and depended on emergency and temporary legislation for its existence. On June 30, 1942 Congress voted to terminate funding for the CCC, formally ceasing active operation of the program.
My question(s) for you…Do any of you know anyone that worked at this camp? How long was it in existence in Scottsboro? Was there another one in the county? If you know remember anything about this, please email at pennyg@scottsboro.org
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I really do not know what I would do without these two windows at Big C Drugs. Ha! Don’t get me wrong, there are many times when I do park, get out of the car and go in but I am a big “Drive Thru” person. This service at Big C is available during business hours. You simply drive around to the back and “drop off” your prescription and insurance information at the first window. Then you can either drive on around to the side to “pick up” or just come back later to get your prescription. It is so easy and so convenient!!

There is nothing like a little warm weather and a few sunny days to make you think sand buckets, shovels, sprinklers, etc. Big C Drugs has just got in so many fun treats for the kids. These would make great Easter Basket treats, Birthday gifts or just because you “love” them….

I showed you some of the wreaths that Woods Cove Flowers and Gift have a few weeks ago. But I thought I would give you another idea for a wreath…I love this one that is placed on the front of a mirror. It pretty much brings “Spring/Summer” indoors. These wreaths look so natural and will go in with any home.

In just a few weeks, you will be able to get Jelly Bellies at Woods Cove Flowers and Gifts. I absolutely love these and they are the ONLY jelly beans that I will eat. There is something about these that make them the very best. I have the best memories of going to Park’s Department Store (which was located where Attorney Will Parks’ office is now) and scooping out the flavor that I wanted. So, if you are a fan of Jelly Belly- you will soon get to enjoy them at any time that you wish…Woods Cove Flowers and Gifts will be a place for you to curb that craving.

Have you really ever given thought to how far we have came when it comes to a heating and cooling unit?

The thermostat is what really makes me laugh. Do you remember when they look like this? I will never forget the first time I saw the “digital” thermostat. I thought we were headed straight to outer-space. Ha! Southern Heating and Cooling are always at the top of the “game” when it comes to the best and latest in products and thermostats is definitely one of those. Call Southern Heating and Cooling and let them help you out with any question that you may have….It will not be long until we all will be going from “heat” to “air” in our homes and business.

This is one of the thermostats that Southern Heating and Cooling has– it is the Comfort Sense® 7000 Series Touchscreen Thermostat. This is what Lennox’ considers their most flexible solution. It is what I would call “the Queen” of thermostats.
These amazing thermostats can be set for 7 -day or 5-day/2-day programming. This allows you to customize a temperature schedule for every day of the week, with up to four time periods per day . So if your entire family leave the house Monday through Friday by 7:30 a.m. (like mine), then you can have it programmed to where there is no need for it to be nice and warm or cool and comfortable. Following are some of the other “pros” of this thermostat.

If I were someone who did not know Stacy Ledwell (owner) and some of the staff at Mr. Rooter, I would be one of those people who would ask, “Why should I call Mr. Rooter for my plumbing needs?” So I thought I would share with you what was shared with me on why I should call on them over other plumbers in the area.
Mr. Rooter plumbers work extremely hard to deliver the highest level of customer service. It is their #1 priority. In fact, they actually call it “World Class Customer Service” because they truly believe it is unmatched in the plumbing industry. It all starts when you call their office.
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When their plumbing professional arrives, you will find him to be accommodating and friendly. He wipes his feet on his own mat and wears shoe covers before he comes into your home (now, I like to hear those words). He won’t talk over your head (that should make you feel good too) and will give you all the options and pricing details before he starts any plumbing work.
So, if you prefer to hire a plumber whose first priority is respecting you and your home, then Mr. Rooter Plumbing is a great choice.

Also, I wanted to let you know that Peter Greenburg with The Early Show on CBS will be filming in Unclaimed Baggage Center tomorrow (Thursday). They will be arriving around 8:30 a.m. and filming until 2:00 p.m. The segment will air at a later date which I will let you know about…
Until tomorrow…
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