Back in 1974 TVA wanted to build a nuclear plant on the Tennessee River. The government bought up much of the adjoining land to establish a “buffer zone,” as a safety measure.  Many old homeplaces were purchased, and families moved elsewhere, but a few ladies at Hubbard Salem Church, near the TVA site, objected to the church and cemetery being sold. They fought the government, and they eventually won - Hubbard Salem Church sits on County Road 989 just as it has for generations. According to the Tishomingo County cemetery book, some graves are from the 1800s.

Now, descendants of a Hubbard Salem church member are trying to learn more about these ladies willing to act on their convictions. Green Finley Hubbard donated land for the church and his descendants, Glenda, Wheeler and Steve Hubbard are asking if anyone has information about this incident. They would like to memorialize the event at the church, and have an exhibit at the Old Courthouse Museum.

They know the ladies have all passed, and they include Bernice Grissom, Betty Ruth Hardwick, Willow Bugg and Lois Bugg. They are seeking information, and maybe some photos of the ladies, and it would be amazing to hear from family members who may know about this.

Call the paper at 662-423-2211, or email us at contact@tishco.news, or contact the family directly: 619-420-5612 or email: visionsoffrance@cox.net.

We look forward to learning more about this event.