On Sunday, April 28, 2024, the children of Henry Timrod 654, Children of the Confederacy ® held a Rechartering Ceremony. More than one hundred people gathered in the Old Cashville School House that dates back to 1930.
New officers were sworn in and new member certificates were given. Mr. Hampton Chumley sang his song “Calm the Waters”. Miss Georgia Grey Chumley sang the state song of South Carolina, “Carolina” which was written by Henry Timrod. Mr. Ray McNeely sang “Dixie” and John Andrew and Elizabeth Lanford sang a variety of Southern and patriotic songs. Mr. Kirk Lyons shared a historical bugle with the children. Mrs. Lisa Cook did a program on leadership and entertained the children with a bag full of goodies. Mrs. Tammy Chumley, Director of Henry Timrod CofC, officiated. The 16th Regiment Color Guard posted the colors. Refreshments were served and a good time was had by all. Thank you to the ladies of Oliver E Edwards 1998 UDC for sponsoring these children.
