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Archives 6-2-99 News Escapess Caught In Smith
County Escapees
Caught In Smith County The Overton County Sheriff's Dept. received a lead on the whereabouts of Huffer and Farmer. Capt. James D. Harris and Chief Deputy Craig Story along with Sgt. Tim Poore and Deputy Joe Riddle went to Smith County and met up with Smith County Chief Investigator Bill Cosby and worked on the lead for about five hours. When the officers arrived at a trailer on P Ridge Road in Chestnut Mound, the two escapees had just arrived. A foot chase ensued with Huffer and Farmer being apprehended and taken to the Smith County Sheriff's Dept. for questioning. The two were then returned to Overton County Jail. The White's Honda has been recovered with some damage having been done to it, according to the Overton County Sheriff's Department. Farmer, Huffer, and the third escapee, Jason Ledbetter, who had been caught by the Overton County Sheriff's Dept. the night of the escape, appeared in Overton County General Sessions Court before Judge John Officer on Thursday, May 27. A hearing was set for July 1. Memorial
Day Remembrance Held Yet for some it is a time to remember fallen comrades who gave their lives so that citizens can enjoy that trip to the lake or a barbecued hamburger, pretty much any time they like. On the Overton County Courthouse square, a memorial service was held to honor those who paid the Òsupreme sacrificeÓ for freedom. As the light rain fell upon the ceremony, it seemed as if the heavens were mourning also. The event was held near a monument that stands in remembrance of those who died. The names of Overton County men who fought and died for the principles of freedom are etched into that stone and in the hearts of their families and members of American Legion Bohannon Post #4 and James T. Davis Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5062, the two sponsors of the event. Several dignitaries were on hand, including 1992 Ms. Senior Tennessee Loretta Qualls, who sang the national anthem. A plaque was given to Robert DeSantis for his devotion to the Overton County veterans groups. Others recognized in the program were the Gold Star Mothers and Sisters, and the Poppy Queen and her court. Pete Peterman, a 91 year-old veteran, who is the chaplain of V.F.W. Post 5062, and takes part in its honor guard ceremonies, was recognized as the oldest veteran in attendance. Peterman's first duty with the honor guard was at the burial of Congressional Medal of Honor recipient and World War I soldier Sgt. Alvin C. York. Guest speaker Victor Coomes, of the American Legion, said, ÒIt seems that patriotism is now becoming just a word. But, if you will ask any of us veterans who have already answered the call, they'll tell you that patriotism means loyalty to our country and the will to fight if necessary. ÒThere is no place on this earth that can compare to the U.S.A. This is home, and, by golly, it is worth fighting and dying for.Ó He went on to say, ÒIt is by their sacrifice and by the grace of God that we live in a free land.Ó Those who had fallen for freedom received a 21-gun salute and a final blast of ÒTapsÓ. At the conclusion of the memorial service, Coomes challenged the crowd to explain the meaning of patriotism to their children. For more information about the American Legion, which meets the first Tuesday of each month, contact Victor Coomes at 823-4182; and for more information about the V.F.W., which meets the second Thursday of each month, contact Bob Ledbetter at 823-3009. 4-H'ers
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