Jackson Brigade, Inc.

250th Celebration of the Immigration of John and Elizabeth (Cummins) Jackson

Special Celebration
August 15-16, 1998
Lewis County, WVA

On August 15-16, 1998, the Jackson Brigade, Inc. will be celebrating the 250th Anniversary of the immigration of John and Elizabeth (Cummins) Jackson. The schedule for the Anniversary Celebration is as follows:

August 15-16, 1998 Anniversary Celebration Schedule


Friday August 14, 1998
6:00 - 8:00 PM Pre-reunion reception at the home of Nancy Jackson, 507 Haymond Hwy., Clarksburg, WV (for those in town early). Notification of plans to attend this reception would be appreciated.
Saturday August 15, 1998
9:30 - 10:30 AM Registration at Jubilee Pavillion, Jackson's Mill near Jane Lew and Weston, WV; beginning of Silent Auction.

10:30 - 12:00 Noon Business meeting, memorial service, get acquainted.

12:00 - 1:30 PM Catered picnic (chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad, watermelon, cantaloupe, punch, coffee - all you can eat. Adults: $8.00 and $4.50 for youth under 12.

2:30 Dedication of the Time Capsule at Pringle Tree near Buckhannon, WV

6:30 PM Banquet at Masonic Temple, 427 West Pike St., Clarksburg, WV. Menu: Baked Steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, tossed salad, pie, rolls, coffee and tea. Adults: $12.00 and $6.00 for youth under 12.

Reservations along with money for meals must be received by July 15th. Make check out to Jackson Brigade, Inc. and send to 507 Haymond Hwy., Clarksburg, WV. Cancellation refunds cannot be honored after August 5, 1998. Banquet is limited to first 150 reservations so it is important to get your reservations in early.


Sunday August 16, 1998
2:00 PM Dedication of SAR grave marker for John Jackson at Historic Jackson Cemetery, East Pike St., Clarksburg, WV. Tentative plans for a reception following cemetery ceremony.


We are having a silent auction. If you desire, you may contribute items for the auction. We prefer family related items. We are also planting a time capsule to be opened in 50 years. Please bring or send any small family related items you would like to place in the time capsule.

Nancy A. Jackson, President
Jackson Brigade, Inc.
507 Haymond Hwy
Clarksburg, WV 26301
Phone (304) 623-4609; E-Mail: WVToo@aol.com


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Jackson Brigade, Inc.
c/o Jane Carlile Hilder
5707 Norton Rd.
Alexandria, VA 22303