
October 2014 Chamber Spotlight
This month in History 1836 Sam Houston was sworn as the President of the Republic of Texas 1886 The statue of Liberty was dedicated by President Grover Cleveland 1938 Orson Welles performed his "War of the World" radio show which created widespread panic believing it was an actual invasion 1950 "Peanuts" comic strip debuted 1990 The "end" of the Berlin Wall Interesting Facts about Eastland Victor Cornelius, an Eastland businessman, installed the first coin-operated music machine in Central Texas in 1930. The Court House was the first building in Eastland to have an elevator. Lake Leon, Eastland's water source, was built in the 1950's. Local lore says that while it was being built it rained for days and filled up the lake, leaving some of the equipment under water. It is supposedly still there today.	New Article Chamber Spotlight Old Rip in the Garden Mary Falter All is just fine, the Old Rip Statue in the Grimes Garden didn't jump away. The statue arrived in Eastland in 2000 and needed a little overhauling. But he has been on the go with sand blasting at EBBA Iron and painting and finishing at E&E Custom. Ken Chapman worked very hard to see that "Old Rip" landed back in the park. Rip is more realistic in coloring and shading and will be a great pride for Eastland. About Town Mary Falter Crime Victim Assistance Center and the Children's Advocacy Center perform a great many services to those that need a "hand up" in emergency situations. All of Eastland County can benefit by their services. I know what you are thinking that I can't volunteer for this organization, it's too difficult. But there are many ways a volunteer can serve. Besides working directly with our clients there is a need for personnel at information booths at festivals, clerical services and much more. You determine what days or hours that you can offer so you can work around your busy schedule. Call the Eastland office at 254-629-3223 to begin a very rewarding experience. Chamber Spotlight Kennedy Financial Services is locate at 106 S. Seaman st., Eastland. The owner Jim Kennedy and the business, which offers Advanced Retirement, Tax and Financial Planning, has been locally owned and operated since 1989. "Doing what is right even when noone is looking...The Cowboy Way" is a tradition at Kennedy Financial. Their motto is "Helping People Live Life on Purpose". A little know fact about Jim is that his mules pulled the Susan G. Komen float for cancer survivors through the Cowtown Parade in Fort Worth. This week's special offer at Kennedy Financial is a 1 hour consultation regarding your future goals. ($500. value. The offer is valid through October. Phone; (254)629-3863 or website www.kennedy-financial.com
Eastland Chamber of Commerce - October 2014