Looking Back

Fifty years ago today, November 6, 1967

Safety Director

A study of the post of safety director for the city of Columbus will be undertaken by the Muscogee County Republicans. A Task Force on Public Safety has been named by Nolan Murrah, GOP chairman for Muscogee County, to make an “in-depth” study and report its findings to the public.

Lee Jury

The Lee County Grand Jury was scheduled to meet at 9 a.m. today. Among a number of cases expected to be considered is the triple murder charge against Auburn ex-student Edward Seibold.

Business

WestPoint Pepperell will celebrate the completion of its new $22.5 million Lanier and Carter mills at Huguley with a huge open house and fabric fair Saturday and Sunday. The weekend program will include tours of the two new mills, fashion shows, product displays, music, refreshments and fireworks.

This story was originally published November 5, 2017 at 12:31 PM with the headline "Looking Back."