Monthly Archives: May 2009

Lee Roy Abernathy – Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia [Link]

Posted on May 31, 2009 by weavercat

Lee Roy Abernathy (August 13, 1913(1913-08-13) – May 25, 1993) was an American vocalist and composer. Contents [hide] * 1 Early years * 2 Musical career * 3 External links * 4 References * 5 Notes [edit] Early years Abernathy … Continue reading →

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Gospel Music of Elvis Presley [Link]

Posted on May 31, 2009 by weavercat

Sure enough!! Elvis recorded his first session with RCA on January 10, 1956, with Scotty, Bill, and, D. J. . That day, “I Got A Woman”, “Heartbreak Hotel”, and, “Money Honey” were recorded. On January 11, 1956, Gordon Stoker was … Continue reading →

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George Thomas Speer (1891 – 1966) – Find A Grave Memorial [Link]

Posted on May 30, 2009 by weavercat

Birth: 1891 Fayetteville Fayette County Georgia, USA Death: Sep. 7, 1966 Nashville Davidson County Tennessee, USA G.T. “Dad” Speer was the patriarch of the Singing Speer Family that paved the way for Southern Gospel Music. The musical tradition of the … Continue reading →

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50 Most Popular Genealogy Websites for 2009 | ProGenealogists [Link]

Posted on May 30, 2009 by weavercat

50 Most Popular Genealogy Websites for 2009 Kory L. Meyerink, MLS, AG, FUGA This list was created in the first quarter of 2009. It was developed from a list of criteria explained in an article published in the Digital Genealogist, … Continue reading →

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Horror Story Printed On Toilet Paper In Japan – CBS News

Posted on May 25, 2009 by weavercat

(AP) In a country where ghosts are traditionally believed to hide in the loo, a Japanese company is advertising a new literary experience _ a horror story printed on toilet paper. Each roll carries several copies of a new nine-chapter … Continue reading →

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Green Day Having The Time Of Their Lives – CBS News [Link]

Posted on May 25, 2009 by weavercat

(CBS) “Time of Your Life” was a huge hit for Green Day, the rock band that this weekend has the No. 1 album in the country. After years in the business, Green Day continues to make records – and news. … Continue reading →

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Susan Boyle wins first ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ semi-final singing ‘Memory’ from ‘Cats’ | Prime-Time TV commentary | Music, Television | Ken Tucker’s Watching TV | EW.com [Link]

Posted on May 25, 2009 by weavercat

Susan Boyle wins first ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ semi-final singing ‘Memory’ from ‘Cats’ May 24, 2009, 05:15 PM | by Ken Tucker Categories: Music, Television Susan Boyle won the popular vote — the “public vote,” as they say in England — … Continue reading →

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Alabama governor approves stronger beer | GadsdenTimes.com | Gadsden Times | Gadsden, AL [Link]

Posted on May 23, 2009 by weavercat

AP State Home > News Alabama governor approves stronger beer By PHILLIP RAWLS Associated Press Writer Published: Friday, May 22, 2009 at 4:03 p.m. Last Modified: Friday, May 22, 2009 at 4:03 p.m. Alabama has a new law allowing stronger … Continue reading →

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Protected: RootsWeb’s WorldConnect Project: C A Abernathy’s Extended Family

Posted on May 22, 2009 by weavercat

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Protected: RootsWeb’s WorldConnect Project: Cathy’s Extended Tree 2008

Posted on May 22, 2009 by weavercat

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Protected: RootsWeb’s WorldConnect Project: Extended family tree — all cousins, & kin

Posted on May 22, 2009 by weavercat

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North Alabama Songwriters NSAI Regional Workshop Website [Link]

Posted on May 22, 2009 by weavercat

The North Alabama Songwriters Workshop is an officially-sanctioned chapter of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) http://www.nashvillesongwriters.com The North Alabama workshop, which covers Huntsville, Decatur, Muscle Shoals, and surrounding areas, meets in Huntsville, AL. Coordinators for the North Alabama NSAI … Continue reading →

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Jacksonville News – Ladiga Manor ready for residents [Link]

Posted on May 22, 2009 by weavercat

Ladiga Manor ready for residents By Jennifer Bacchus News staff writer 05-19-2009 Muddu Revanna speaks to the crowd gathered for the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of Ladiga Manor as his wife, Dr. Brunda Revanna, stands in the background. The ceremony … Continue reading →

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Protected: RootsWeb’s WorldConnect Project: C A Abernathy’s Extended Family

Posted on May 16, 2009 by weavercat

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J. G. Clinkscales, 1855-1942. On the Old Plantation: Reminiscences of His Childhood. [Link]

Posted on May 15, 2009 by weavercat

On The Old Plantation: Reminiscences of His Childhood: Electronic Edition. John George Clinkscales 1855-1942

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Protected: RootsWeb’s WorldConnect Project: Owen-Teague-Speer in the American South

Posted on May 10, 2009 by weavercat

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Author Bragg returns to Jacksonville State University | GadsdenTimes.com | Gadsden Times | Gadsden, AL [Link]

Posted on May 8, 2009 by weavercat

COMMENTARY Author Rick Bragg interrupted his dozen-plus-city promotional tour for the paperback release of “The Prince of Frogtown” for an important event. May 1, he was in Monroeville to accept the 2009 Harper Lee Award for Alabama’s Distinguished Writer of … Continue reading →

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Moundville, Alabama – Update. [Link]

Posted on May 8, 2009 by weavercat

TalliyaSoutheast@aol.com to creek-southeast show details 6:57 PM (1 hour ago) Reply Follow up message Today I enjoyed an interesting visit at the Junaluska Grave and Museum in Robbinsville, NC. It is on the Cheoah River near its junction with the … Continue reading →

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Amemel Book

Posted on May 1, 2009 by weavercat

DONATION REQUEST This book was started as a way to raise funds to support Melungeon projects. It is being made available free of charge. We will let you be the judge, but we think you will find these many articles … Continue reading →

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