Written by Lynn Allen
On a journey exploring all things history this morning, and my interest again captured by many things in Horton’s past that no longer visible for the avid history adventurer to discover. Charles Browne credited many achievements during his lifetime and strived to make a difference in his community. Charles Browne writes a good many things in his lifetime and is the Editor of the Horton Headlight for many years. Charles will serve on the school board in Horton. His home located on East Mina Street. Mr. Browne had served as president and was an active member of the Horton Commercial Club.
Charles recognized the need and introduced the idea of state-owned armories. Charles is the driving force behind the armory in Horton. Charles will also raise funds for WPA (Works Progress Administration) and CCC (Civilian Conservations Corps) projects, which are both “New Deal” programs during the Great Depression. Perhaps this may speak to why Horton received so many incredible New Deal funded projects. Charles regarded as an individual of high moral fiber and character. As always, there is so much more to the story! Find it! Be sure to stop by and share what you discover!
There are so many incredible pieces of history in Horton, begging for someone to uncover them. History should be preserved for future generations to experience. Explore and uncover marvelous history relics; uncover mysteries in your family treasure chests. There is as always so much more to every story! Find it! Please reach out and send me a quick note and share with me what you discover! #HistoryMysteries!
Pictured Charles Henry Browne Sr. Photographs as part of the Horton Headlight Souvenir Edition, October 30, 1986, which is part of the Horton Headlight Collection.
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