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Newspaper Page TextPage 6 - Wednesday, June 8, 2022 The Sylvania Times thesy lvaniatimes .com AgSouth Farm Credit to merge with Carolina Farm Credit On May 25, Carolina Farm Credit and AgSouth Farm Credit jointly an nounced their intention to pursue a merger. Under the terms of the Letter of Intent, which was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both associa tions, the combined entity would form the largest AG lending cooperative in the Southeast. Based on the two associations’ current portfolios, the merged entity would begin with over $4.2 billion in gross loan volume serving more than 24,800 stockholders with more than 475 employees. The two associations would operate as AgSouth Farm Credit, ACA. The combined Agri cultural Credit Association would serve 147 counties in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. The headquarters would be lo cated in Statesville, North Carolina. If approved, the combined Association would be led by current Carolina Farm Credit President and CEO Vance Dalton, who has more than 29 years of Farm Credit leadership experience. Ag South President and CEO Pat Calhoun, will retire after more than 34 years. Calhoun has successfully led AgSouth Farm Credit for the past six years. According to a Carolina LAWTON continued from page 3 Light Artillery seems to be the regiment manning the guns at the earthworks of Fort Lawton. In addition, Winder planned on bring ing the reserve units for guards, and POWS from Savannah and Anderson- ville. This tells a few things. First, the stockade was probably already enclosed, and the earthwork artil lery fortifications finished by September 24th, 1864. Furthermore, it seems likely that areas for biv ouacking were already prepped for the reserve units. While Winder al ludes to the stockade being ‘ready’ by next Wednesday, he is likely only referring to small, final items to finish it. It’s likely most of the essential components had already been finished. However, even with this success, Winder’s commu nications reflect the ever- recurring issues between a focus on accomplishing tasks along anything like an efficient timeline, and the lack of the Confed eracy’s power to compel local authorities, and state authorities, to act in the best interest of the Confed erate States and their over arching goals. On October 1st, Winder reported to General Cooper again, this time with a return for the men at Andersonville, de tailing the number, health, and deaths of POWs and reserve guards. Winder apologetically noted that most of these men should already have been relo cated to Lawton; yet they remained at Andersonville because of a complete lack of transportation. Trans portation which was likely occupied at this stage run ning cotton. Remember, as discussed in previous columns, Georgia’s gover nor, Joe Brown, zealously guarded the rolling stock owned by Georgia’s rail road corporations, refus ing to allow it to leave the state. Thus, it’s unlikely it was meeting any tactical or strategic need mov ing Confederate troops in Tennessee or Virginia. Or moving supplies to those armies, with the rail lines at Atlanta already falling to Sherman at the start of the month. . . But slowly, the transfer of all souls at Andersonville to Law- ton would occur, and next week, the POWs would ar rive, often with a much dif ferent perspective on Law- ton from Winder’s pleased self-congratulations. Farm Credit press release, a merger should generate meaningful benefits for the stockholders, agricul ture producers and future producers, communities served and employees from both associations. The in tended merger is expected to provide more access to specialized lenders to provide the needs and ex pertise for a diverse market along with more efficiencies through access to increased resources in technology and capital. No branch office closures or branch staffing changes are anticipated as part of the merger. Once due diligence is complete, the respective boards will vote on wheth er to approve a definitive merger agreement and seek to obtain regulatory approv al. If regulatory approval is obtained, stockholders will receive a merger disclosure package in early 2023 with a complete description of the merger terms and the board’s reasons for recom mending stockholder ap proval. A stockholder vote would occur afterward, and, if approved, the merger would become effective on April 1, 2023. AgSouth Farm Credit is an agricultural lending coop erative owned by its bor rowers that provides loans for famis, land, equipment and homes. Crop insurance and leasing services are also available. AgSouth Farm Credit serves over 12,000 members with more than $2.3 billion in gross accruing loans. AgSouth has branches in 59 Georgia counties, which includes Sylvania. Carolina Farm Credit is a stockholder-owned coop erative that provides financ ing to full and part-time farmers, agricultural-relat ed businesses, and for the construction and purchase of homes in 54 counties through 29 branch offices. Carolina Farm Credit serves more than 12,000 members with more than $1.9 billion in gross accruing loans. Allen Daley of AG South Farm Credit of Sylvania stated, “The merger should be a positive move for both Associations, giving us more financial strength for the long-term. Locally, we will continue to be the same AgSouth we have always been, providing the same level of service with our same staff that our custom ers have come to expect from us.” Oceans of fun at the library Different guests each Tuesday teach kids more than they bargained for Sharon Blank Librarian This Tuesday, June 14 at 10 a.m., we will be getting a visit from the boys in blue and their big dog too - but don’t worry, none of our library staff or patrons are in trouble! They will be visiting to talk about ways to stay safe and happy while having fun. On Wednesdays at 10 a.m., we’ve got our in-person craft times, with all sorts of cool projects that can’t be put in the little bags we use for our Crafts to Go program. But don’t worry - we will still have Crafts to Go as well, all year round! The library will be closed on Monday, June 20 for Juneteenth. Ready for a program that’s pure fire? Then come to the library on Tuesday, June 21 at 10 a.m., and meet the guys from the Sylvania Fire Department! Learn how they go out and save peoples’ lives and property. Find out how to make sure they don’t need to come to your rescue, and get a good look at their truck! If you’re lucky, you’ll get a chance to use the fire hose and see how powerful water can really be. For more information about the many activities hap pening at the library this summer, head over to www. facebook.com/screvencountyibrary and click “Like!” to have our posts delivered right to your news page! New at the library DREAM TOWN by David Baldacci. On New Year’s Eve, 1952, private investigator Aloysius Archer and his lady friend Liberty Callahan were out having dinner when famous screenwriter Eleanor Lamb approached them, claiming that her life was in danger. Taking the case, he’s left in no doubt that there is indeed trouble afoot, as the minute he enters Lamb’s residence he’s knocked cold, a dead body is left in the hallway, and Eleanor disappears. Looks like 1953 is going to be quite the challenging year for Archer! * DHVIDr BRIDHCCI d«e e000 1Mte DREAM TOWN RAMBLINGS continued from page 3 ward Kinchley “E.K.” Over- street, III, MSGT Ashley James Parker, SGT Frank C. Parker, PFC Willard H. Parker, MSGT Ervin Pullen, PFC Henry Eu gene Robbins, CPL Harry Walter Roberts, CPL Les ter Sampson, pfc Charles Henry Sasser, CPL Win fred C. Saxon, PFC Johnnie Dolphus Scantling, PFC Robert L. Scott, PFC Roy General Scott, SGT Wil liam C. Slappey, PVT Jessie Wilbur Smith (KIA), SGT Roderick Redo Smith, PVT William Leonard Smith, PFC Albert Daugherty Sowell, PFC Fred Johnie Sowell (KIA), PFC Thomas Inman Stuckey, PFC Jes sie Tolbert, SSGT Charles Edward Waters (WIA), PFC Charlies Williams, Jr., SGT James Williams, CPL Palmer Williams, PFC Bernard Cail “Ham” Zeagler, PFC Jerome “Ro- mie” Zeagler. NAVY: SiC John Flan nery “Johnnie” Evans, CEM Linton Stevens Ev ans, MMi Marion Franklin “M.F.” Freeman, Jr., SiC William Paul Lee (KIA), GM3 William Robert Mo bley, SK2 Harold Eugene “Harry Joe” Sheppard. USAAF: SGT Hubert Ed gar Forehand, SGT Frank Monroe Hall, TSGT Ger ald W. Howard, SSGT Er nest B. Lanier (KIA), CPL Melvin “Walstein” Mock, SGT Willie Sim Oglesby, CPL William Black Parker, TSGT Vernon Hayes Rob ertson, SSGT John Cuth- bert Scott, III, TSGT Win field Scott (KIA), CAPT Edward Waters (WIA), PFC Paul Potter Waters. My good friend, Paul, down in Belleview, Florida was a Military Policeman at Omaha Beach on D-Day. He told me once, with tears in his eyes. “There were so many of us 19-year-olds there in Normandy, and so many didn’t come back.” To all of these soldiers, sailors, and airmen, God speed, and I pray for your eternal peace. FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER WANTED The city of Oliver is now accepting applications for a full time police officer. Applications can be Emailed to: oliver@planters.net Or Stop By The Office and pick up an Application (any day except Wednesday) from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sninnih & AiJutaslution m I lill'ania, Georgia in September 1%:. Wllicdumijr. Glimpses of Yesteryear SCREVEN C0UNTV - This day in 1922, is the 59th anniversary of a day, a part ofwhich was very pleasantly spent in the city of Jackson, Mississippi, while the following fourteen days were very strenuous ones.” This was an excerpt from Letter Number 7 from Private Henry Clay Wells, Company D “Screven Guards”, 47th Georgia Infantry Regiment, Stovall’s Brigade, Army of Tennessee. Wells was later wounded- in-action during the Battle of Missionary Ridge, Tennessee and yet again at the Battle of Coosawhatchie, South Carolina. - Farmers of this section of the South are well in their fourth year in seemingly a losing tight against the most widespread and if we look back at results, we may also add the most destructive insect ever known to this country, namely the cotton boll weevil. And if we cannot soon find an effective method to exterminate Mr. Weevil, there will not be left any part of our nation not seriously affected. Author’s Note: I’ve actually visited the “Boll Weevil” statue in Enterprise, Alabama, erected by its citizens in 1919. - Much needed moisture became available for the com crop, which was suffering in much of our region. The situation is somewhat spotted. More rain than was needed fell in many localities, while some are still in need of showers. The com crop is improving materially, but is still below the average, while progress has been made on the growth of hay crops, grasses, and pastures. Lastly, the sweet potato crop is excellent, with Alabama and Florida leading. This week in 1 - Army Air Forces are offering training to high school graduates in specialized training course prior to enlistment and without obligation, or without previous military service. A long list of courses, all associated with aviation, is available. The complete list, and any other information in connection with the program may be obtained from the Army recruiting team stationed at the Sylvania post office each Wednesday. - A weekly feature entitled “Georgians Down the Years” by Charles B. Dickson explored Revolutionary Soldier Sergeant William Jasper, a master of disguise, who had been sent into Eb- enezer, Georgia to spy upon the British forces camped there. As this daring spy was preparing to leave Ebenezer, a small party of captured Americans was brought into town, enroute to Savannah for trial, and were almost certain to be hanged, and they were ac companied by a woman and a small child. Determined to free the prisoners, they left Ebenezer in the opposite direction, but soon changed direction and speedily overhauled their quarry, whose pace was slowed by the presence of the woman and child. Jasper noted that only two sentries were posted and were sleepy, and that the other muskets were stacked. The two sentries were shot, then Jasper seized the muskets, throwing them to the prisoners. The surviving guardsmen surrendered, and the party which had been leading toward captivity and death, was quickly altered in the direction of home and freedom. - Dr. Rabun L. Brantley and Congressman G. Elliott Hagan will speak at the City of Sylvania’s Sesquicentennial (150 years) Service later this month. This week in - Tom Taggart, candidate for Congress, visited Sylvania on Wednesday afternoon of last week, and after all that walking, found the stores closed and not too many people around. Mrs. Bernard Brown, nee Montine Morris, was working and he gave her a card and also visited other business places which were open. He expects to complete his walking tour of the district soon. - Screven County showed a total of 600 farms in the 1969 Census of Agriculture, according to figures released by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of the Census, a part of the Department’s Social and Economic Statistics Administration (SESA). In the 1964 Census, the number of farms reported in the county was 714. - Screven County native, Dorothy Freeman, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. James C. Freeman, received the Board of Trustees “Most Outstanding Girl” Award at Jacksonville Episcopal High School in commencement ceremonies last week. The annual award is made to the girl who has made the greatest contribution to every aspect of school life. This week in - Sylvanian Donnie Bazemore continues to make racing news in the Miller Late Model Division at the Oglethorpe Speedway Park in Savannah, where he placed first in “Friday-the-13th” action. - The Screven County Board of Commissioners picked the county’s first-ever zoning planning board, which will decide per missible uses for land in Screven County. The new seven members are James Thompson, Davy Wells, Doris McGee, Joe Boddiford, Emerson Scott, Charles Parker, and Chiquita Wilkins Johnson. - Army Second Lieutenant Lisa M. Aken, a medical surgical nurse, arrived for duty at Landstuhl, Germany. She is the daughter of Martha L. and Wendell Peavy, and the wife of Kenneth Aken. Lisa is a 1992 graduate of Screven County High, and a 1996 graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. B;eakfa$tSaiidwiclie&-2iST Monday Only! $6, ,£ Serving Breakfast & Lunch! 6 Days a Week Breakfast 4 a.m -10 a.m. [Mon.-Sat.) Lurch to a.m. . 3 p.m. (Mon. - Fri.) 10 led. - 2 pm (Sal.) - 2 pc Snacfe Box $5 99 - 2 pc Snack Box w/Drinfe $7.00 - Choice of Meat & 2 sides $9 99 'Sdti &0r -ifc 211 South Main Street, Sylvania - (912)564-2175 FOLEY continued from page 1 hereditary colorectal cancer syndrome, or a personal history of radiation to the abdomen or pelvic area to treat a prior cancer. “The purpose of colonoscopies is to look for polyps, which can grow into cancer,” Dr. Foley cautions that for average risk patients, screenings should be performed every ten years. For a patient with prior polyps or a familial history, screenings should be done every five years. “The procedure itself doesn’t last but about 15-30 minutes and usually polyps maybe removed during the screening.” Dr. Foley continues by explaining that polyps are an abnormal growth of cells much like a mole, except on the colon. A person’s general practitioner will refer the patient to Dr. Foley and Dr. Odom, the practice accepts all major forms of insurance. However, for more information, you may contact the practice at 912-826-4057. “Of course, the key to a healthy colon is to eat a high fiber diet, avoid high sugar drinks, stop smoking, and get routine screenings.”