The local Daughters of the American Revolution chapter reached a milestone Thursday, celebrating the 50th anniversary of its founding.The Archibald Bulloch Chapter National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution pulled out all the stops during its Golden Anniversary luncheon, including a proclamation read by Statesboro Mayor Jan Moore, a special presentation to the organization’s only surviving charter member, Mary Groover Demmond, and even a visit from “Scarlett O’Hara.” The event took place in Statesboro First Baptist Church’s Perry Fellowship Hall. Moore kicked off the event vent by reading the resolution, which recounted some highlights of the local DAR’s history.
Local DAR chapter turns 50
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