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The   highly   anticipated   Volume   5   of   the   series,   “Alderson:   History   Highlights   and   Tantalizing   Tidbits”   has just   been   released.   Researched   and   written   by   Belinda Anderson,   this   volume   has   the   sub-title   “A Town   of Industrious   People”   and   features   a   family   of   store   owners;   the   sales   innovation   of   cash   and   carry   stores; the   lumber   trade;   the   daughter   of   a   three   time   presidential   candidate;   architect   Walter   F.   Martens;   Dr. Eldridge H. Campbell, Jr. and much more. Each   volume   has   focused   on   a   different   aspect   of   this   historic   town   and   people   eagerly   await   the   next volume. A   project   of Alderson   Main   Street,   the   booklets   make   great   gifts   especially   for   an Aldersonian   who lives away. An   autographed   copy   is   especially   nice   and   author   Belinda Anderson   will   be   signing   copies   at Alderson’s Store   on   Saturday,   December   1   from   10:00   a.m.   until   noon.   Anderson’s   other   books   including   “Jackson vs.   Witchy   Wanda:   Making   Kid   Soup”;   “Buckle   Up,   Buttercup”;   “The   Well   Ain’t   Dry   Yet”;   and   “The   Bingo Cheaters” will also be available for purchase and can be autographed. This   Saturday,   December   1,   is   a   great   time   to   explore   Alderson   “Gem   of   the   Hills”   all   decorated   for   the holidays   and   visit   the   model   train   show   at   the   Historic   1896   C&O   Depot   which   will   be   open   from   10-4. Santaland   will   be   open   to   delight   children   of   all   ages   and   the   lights   on   the   Santaland   Express Train   will   be moving to the music. For   a   special   lunch,   the   Johnson   Memorial   United   Methodist   Church   will   be   offering   soup,   sandwich, drink, and dessert from 10-3 as well as the opportunity to shop their annual bazaar for unique items. Volume   5   as   well   as   Volumes   1-4   will   be   available   throughout   the   holiday   season   at   Alderson’s   Store, Bridgewalk Shops, and the Historic 1896 C&O Depot. (Click on photo for larger view)

VOLUME 5 OF ALDERSON HIGHLIGHTS AVAILABLE STARTING WEDNESDAY!