70 Years Ago: 1944

Dr. Harry Ironsides, noted clergyman, opens a four-day series of services at LeTourneau’s pre-dedication revival at the Crawford Street Methodist Church.

60 Years Ago: 1954

Mr. and Mrs.William Coomes announce the birth of a son, Kenneth. • The Rev. and Mrs. W.F. Mansell and family move into their newly purchased home on Vicklan Street.

50 Years Ago: 1964

Bob Wilder is named president of the Vicksburg Optimist Club.

40 Years Ago: 1974

Mayor Nat Bullard attends the Municipal Association Legislative Committee meeting in Jackson. • Mrs. Cora Street receives a certificate from the Warren County chapter of the American Red Cross where she has been a volunteer since 1917.

30 Years Ago: 1984

Lucy Lee listens to Kattrina Miller, Christina Rivers, Ellisha Cook and Summer Godfrey, Girl Scouts who audition for the play, “America Singing,” accompanied by Anne Yates, pianist.

20 Years Ago: 1994

Miranda Pampley is crowned 1994-homecoming queen at Warren Central High School. • Top-ranked Warren Central defeats visiting Natchez, 41-0, at Viking Field.

10 Years Ago: 2004

Shawn McKeever is the fourth candidate to enter to represent District 1 on the Vicksburg Warren School District Board of Trustees.