CA-010-01-008: Miscellaneous Newspapers. Horne House Foundation Charity and Mentoring, 2007 - 2008
Scope and Contents
This document contains a selection of newspaper clippings spanning from 2007 to 2008, detailing various advertisements and notable events associated with the Horne Foundation as reported in the Quitman Free Press. It includes announcements of charity initiatives like the "Young Humanitarians" 4-H program, numerous foundation-hosted events honoring local and visiting celebrities, and significant community engagements such as the reception of TV and world-renowned personalities in Quitman. The clippings reflect the Foundation’s active involvement in community development, humanitarian efforts, and cultural activities.
Table of Contents
- Newspaper clipping. "Horne Foundation Ad," Quitman Free Press, Sept. 5, 2007. A notice about an event at the Horne Foundation to celebrate the Brooks County High School football team, the Trojans.
- Newspaper clipping. "World Renowned Artist visits Quitman," Quitman Free Press, 1. Sept. 26, 2007. pg. cover page. Holmes recounts the arrival of artist Dr. Ronald Scott McDowell to Quitman, noting that he attended the Horne Foundation Retreat and would be an Arist in Residence at the Horne Foundation. It was noted that Dr. McDowell would be painting portraits of notable individuals in the area, and his previous achievements are noted.
- Newspaper clipping. "Horne Foundation 'Young Humanitarians' 4-H Ad," Quitman Free Press, Oct 10, 2009. pg. 8. The notice identifies that the Horne Foundation's "Young Humanitarians" are formulating their 4-H plans.
- Newspaper clipping. "Horne Foundation Thanksgiving Ad," Quitman Free Press, Nov 21, 2007. A photograph of a Thanksgiving tablescape located at the Horne Foundation featuring a large platter with a turkey design.
- Newspaper clipping. "Celebrity honored in Quitman", Quitman Free Press, Dec 26, 2007. pg. cover page 1. Holmes recounts the awarding of a plaque to Walter "Clyde" Orange, lead vocalist of the band, the Commodores, at the Horne Foundation Headquarters Charity Celebration. A performance by the Commodores at Southeast Elementary School is noted along with comments made by Orange about Dr. R. Marie Horne and Elizabth Tiller and the foundation.
- Newspaper clipping. "Horne Foundation Review," Quitman Free Press, Feb 20, 2008. Full page, pg. 1.
- Newspaper clipping. "Horne Foundation Honors," Quitman Free Press, April 23, 2008. pg. 10-13. A notice about individuals who were honored by the Horne Foundation. The address of the Horne Foundation is listed as 1600 South Washington Street, Quitman, GA.
- Newspaper clipping. "TV Royalty Comes to Quitman," Quitman Free Press, May 21, 2008. pg. cover page 1.An article noting that the journalist Karla Winfrey will be visiting the Quitman area and the Horne Foundation. Karla Winfrey's accomplishments in journalism and media are noted including a current plan to film a DVD Children's culture project during her visit.
- Newspaper clipping. "Karla Winfrey DVD 'Short' reception is fun Event," Quitman Free Press, June 4, 2008. pg. 3. An article noting that a reception was held for the local, state and national children who participated in the filming of a video by Karla Winfrey. The reception was hosted by the Horne Foundation at the Cultural Center.
Dates
- 2007 - 2008
Creator
- Horne, Marie R., Dr. (Person)
Extent
247 Megabytes (1 electronic record: 1 pdf document, 11 pages. 32 Files, 6 Folders. 247 MB (259,279,673 bytes).)
Language
From the Collection: English
Subjects (names)
Source
- Horne House Foundation for Human Betterment (Quitman (Ga.)) (Organization)
- Brooks County Historical Board (Quitman (Ga.)) (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Community Archives Digitization, Access, and Preservation Program Repository