Has kamper park improved over the years.

[dave06668]

when i was growing up the park had an elephant, lions,brown bear,chimps a tank andtrain to play on ,a giant slide ,three rides,well 4 if you count the train,great hambergers and refreshments toys and games, and no addmission fee.how the hell can they charge one now?

[Buggy]

I remember that. The animals were also kept in tiny little concrete cages. I'd say the zoo has greatly improved. What, you can afford a couple bucks to get in?

[Kimberly]

No profanity please. Thank you.

I agree, Buggy.

[CrackHead]

Don't forget that we also have a CrackHead in our new exhibit.

The CrackHead is a nocturnal creature who can be very aggressive. By the time the CrackHead reaches adulthood he is usually a thin wild eyed deranged toothless creature that survives mainly on King Dongs and YooHoo’s. Please don’t feed the CrackHead.

[dave06668]

No profanity please. Thank you.

I agree, Buggy.
are you talking about my using the word hell? hell is not profanity

[dave06668]

I remember that. The animals were also kept in tiny little concrete cages. I'd say the zoo has greatly improved. What, you can afford a couple bucks to get in?why would anyone pay a penny to see a few deformed rats?

[CrackHead]

I guess you don't have kids? I think children would love to see some deformed rats.

[Kimberly]

are you talking about my using the word hell?

Yes

[dave06668]

I guess you don't have kids? I think children would love to see some deformed rats.
ha ha i stand corrected!

[Kimberly]

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[CrackHead]

Please do not tease the deformed rats and don't feed the CrackHead! :-D

[Kimberly]

Thank you, Queen.

[CrackHead]

If you say you are sorry i will give my rep point back.

[King Kong]

The wolfpack lives! Glory Glory!:-D

[Wayward]

Back to the original topic ...

Yep. There have been significant zoo improvements over the past few years. Better exhibit space, additional animals, improved landscaping, and odor control. All in all, a very pleasant spot. Admission is very inexpensive ... or even better, join the Hattiesburg Zoological Society and admission is included. All to help with zoo improvements.

And not just the zoo. The playground area has also been improved and now includes a handicap accessible play area called Adam's Place. I'm there a lot ... being towed by a couple of little ones. :-D

Wayward

[Lylabean]

The zoo has improved greatly over the years! I remember those rides they had...nothing to be proud of...the quarter rides at Wal-Mart are on the same level. they at the zoo still have the train and a carousel correct?

I love the african veldt(sp), prairie dog exhibit and the area for the monkeys and the tiger are very nice...much different than when I was a kid and greatly improved upon.

The playground area is awesome.. a lot better than the old swings and slides they use to have...

and admission is very reasonable...$2 for adults? how much is the Jackson Zoo? When I was a kid it was like $4.00.

the gift shop is very nice too with it's place beside it for meetings...etc. At our church the seniors have a monthly social at the zoo and love it.

Lynn

[Tully Mars]

I know some of the folks who worked on the new and improved playground and yes, I would call it impressive...if you like that sort of thing.

By the way, the admission fee is for the zoo. You can enjoy the playground, picnic area, walking trail, etc. for nada.

[dave6668]

i have been banned from posting,dadnabit

[Tully Mars]

i have been banned from posting,dadnabit

It doesn't pay to raise the collective ire of the regulars on this site. We all love a good debate but play nice and don't get too personal and you should survive under your current identity.

[Sir Mickey Mouse]

It doesn't pay to raise the collective ire of the regulars on this site. We all love a good debate but play nice and don't get too personal and you should survive under your current identity.


:smt038

[HillaryC]

O.K. Dave, you want to get out of the dog house? Here are the rules.

1. Don’t disagree with the charter members (regulars).
2. Never oppose ANY conservative member.
3. Support any and all actions of the current administration.
4. All African Americans (elected or appointed) are the boogie-man.

Repeat the following 3 times and you are initiated:

Educated Women will burn in hell


Congratulations!!!

[HubCityMan1912]

DAVE, et al: There are 3 "levels" of "cuss" words: 1) Vulgarity--"mildest" (considered "crude" but non-sexual), 2) Obscenity--worse (crude with sexual content/conotation), and 3) Profanity--the worst, but fewest in number--only 4 or 5 words (with a [negative] "religious" conotation)...H-ll, along with d-mn, and various expressions of "taking the Lord's Name in vain" are indeed in the worst, most "offensive" 3rd category of profanity. (Although almost ironically in our present culture/society, several obscene and even vulgar expressions will commonly elicit greater shock/offense.)

[Tully Mars]

O.K. Dave, you want to get out of the dog house? Here are the rules.

1. Don’t disagree with the charter members (regulars).
2. Never oppose ANY conservative member.
3. Support any and all actions of the current administration.
4. All African Americans (elected or appointed) are the boogie-man.

Repeat the following 3 times and you are initiated:

Educated Women will burn in hell


Congradulations!!!

I respectfully disagree Hillary...Dave was initially booted primarily because he ignored a very reasonable request not to use profanity.

By the way, my invitation is still open.

[SoMissTV]

Hi Hillary and Others to Whom this may apply-

I wasn't aware the topic of this thread, "Has Kamper Park improved over the years?" had changed to, "Insert your own beliefs irrelevant to this topic here." In the future, please keep your posts on topic, or start a new thread.... Thanks!

Oh, and though I don't agree with the admission charge, I have seen significant changes in the Zoo which lead me to believe that it is warranted for future growth. We're very fortunate to have such a facility in such a convenient location. Take a look at Mobile's Zoo. Can't find it? That's cause no one else down there knows where it is, either.

[SoMissTV]

I should add that I am a bit confused over the Zoo's master plan (if there is one). I remember when the monkey exhibit on the east side of the park was new... a few of my friends in another boy scout troop have their name on a plaque attached to the outside of the exhibit in appreciation for their service in building it. Now, that ten year old exhibit it essentially abandoned. I hope their are plans to reuse the exhibit in the future; otherwise, it seems like a waste of funds.

[HillaryC]

Sorry, I'll stick to the topic. I think Kamper Park is a wonderful attraction for our city. A great way to spend the weekend and relax.

[dave6668]

you are so right.thanx a lot for that,i had a good laugh.i hope you dont burn in hell,cause you are very smart.oops i said hell again,thats what got me into all this trouble in the first place.oooohhhh nooooooo

[SoMissTV]

Thanks Hillary!:smt038

[Tully Mars]

Hi Hillary and Others to Whom this may apply-

I wasn't aware the topic of this thread, "Has Kamper Park improved over the years?" had changed to, "Insert your own beliefs irrelevant to this topic here." In the future, please keep your posts on topic, or start a new thread.... Thanks!

Oh, and though I don't agree with the admission charge, I have seen significant changes in the Zoo which lead me to believe that it is warranted for future growth. We're very fortunate to have such a facility in such a convenient location. Take a look at Mobile's Zoo. Can't find it? That's cause no one else down there knows where it is, either.

Thanks for getting us back on topic SoMiss.

Kamper Park, and particularly the zoo has improved significantly over the last several years both in what the visitor sees and what he/she doesn't see. The zoo now has in-house medical facilities including a quarantine area for animals and thankfully the animal jails have been replaced with more suitable and more attractive natural environments.

I think that both former and current administrations should be commended for the work that has taken place there and the continuance towards realizing the finalization of the zoo's master plan.

The ultimate goal for the zoo is accreditation and I believe that they are well on their way towards that goal.

[SoMissTV]

As a child, I remember the roller-coaster, feeding the ducks, and a stupid little canoe ride that floated around a tiny stream of water. And the train from Hercules, which by the way was filled with Asbestos in its boiler, which is why it was moved to the train station downtown. Oh, they had tanks too, but I don't know what happened to them.

I didn't realize I'd be re-living my childhood tonight. Sigh...

[Sir Mickey Mouse]

Sorry, I'll stick to the topic. I think Kamper Park is a wonderful attraction for our city. A great way to spend the weekend and relax.

Very nice post.

Although I am not from here originally, I must say that I enjoy the zoo. It's a great thing to do while on a lunch break during a busy day.

[Tully Mars]

I should add that I am a bit confused over the Zoo's master plan (if there is one). I remember when the monkey exhibit on the east side of the park was new... a few of my friends in another boy scout troop have their name on a plaque attached to the outside of the exhibit in appreciation for their service in building it. Now, that ten year old exhibit it essentially abandoned. I hope their are plans to reuse the exhibit in the future; otherwise, it seems like a waste of funds.

A master plan does exist. I suggest that you stop by the zoo offices (located in the same building as the gift shop) and talk to Lori Banchero (the zoo's director) and ask to see a copy of the plan. I have no doubt that she would be happy to share the information with you.

[SoMissTV]

As always, Tully, thanks for the enlightenment.

[Buggy]

And the train from Hercules, which by the way was filled with Asbestos in its boiler, which is why it was moved to the train station downtown.
That's the same train?! The same train I used to climb all over when I was a kiddie? I always wondered what happened to it. I remember the tank, and barely remember the coaster. Wasn't there some kind of rocket shaped slide? And I seem to remember another ride where you got into little cars and went in a circle. I think that ride had a roof on it.

I wish I could find pictures from back then.

[SoMissTV]

Buggy,

Yup, same train downtown. I remember the ride with the cars. I got sick looking at it, so I didn't ever ride it. The canoe ride was behind it. I think I remember the slides to which you are referring. I wish I could find some pictures, too.

[Wayward]

A master plan does exist. I suggest that you stop by the zoo offices (located in the same building as the gift shop) and talk to Lori Banchero (the zoo's director) and ask to see a copy of the plan. I have no doubt that she would be happy to share the information with you.
I did a detailed behind the scenes tour with Lori a few weeks ago. A lot of time was spent discussing the long range plan. As usual ... it's always funding, funding, funding.

A side note ... there are only two zoo facilities in Mississippi. Jackson and Hattiesburg.

Wayward

[HubCityMan1912]

Hillary C. your [silly] "rules" for staying "approved" on MyHattiesburg.com are a deliberate insult, shame, and disgrace! You are obviously being that ignorant and offensive for "entertainment purposes" only...I find it hard to believe that you're really that dumb and full of false propaganda in this day and age. (But I've learned the hard way that it is possible--but I do hope in your case it's not literally true, just your way to get extra "attention".)...You should sincerely express a more genuinely fair-minded (and therefore more accurate) attitude toward your fellow Hattiesburgans herein and refrain from attempting to "tarbrush" any and all of us who dont agree with each and every one of your opinions with outmoded negative stereotypes. (After all, you dont really "know us like that"! You might be VERY surprised just who all you're writing off.)

[Tully Mars]

I did a detailed behind the scenes tour with Lori a few weeks ago. A lot of time was spent discussing the long range plan. As usual ... it's always funding, funding, funding.

A side note ... there are only two zoo facilities in Mississippi. Jackson and Hattiesburg.

Wayward

I have always found Lori to be an excellent source of information about the zoo. She is also very passionate about the facility.

Excellent point about the two zoos in Mississippi. Also, a comparison of what Jackson charges...not to mention the state of the neighborhood surrounding the Jackson Zoo. I think that we certainly have a facility to be proud of and it will continue to get better with time, and funding of course.

[SoMissTV]

HubCityMan1912-

Your post is in the wrong thread for some reason.... I'm sure that you didn't intend to post a personal attack in a thread about the zoo. Maybe our esteemed moderator, Aaron, can figure out how your post got out of the "Off Topic" forum listed elsewhere on the site.

Thanks!:)

[Sir Mickey Mouse]

:smt038

[dave6668]

Hillary C. your [silly] "rules" for staying "approved" on MyHattiesburg.com are a deliberate insult, shame, and disgrace! You are obviously being that ignorant and offensive for "entertainment purposes" only...I find it hard to believe that you're really that dumb and full of false propaganda in this day and age. (But I've learned the hard way that it is possible--but I do hope in your case it's not literally true, just your way to get extra "attention".)...You should sincerely express a more genuinely fair-minded (and therefore more accurate) attitude toward your fellow Hattiesburgans herein and refrain from attempting to "tarbrush" any and all of us who dont agree with each and every one of your opinions with outmoded negative stereotypes. (After all, you dont really "know us like that"! You might be VERY surprised just who all you're writing off.)i agree iagree iagree i think you are 100% right i do not disagree.with you in any way shape or form. did i do this right hillary?

[Wayward]

What a strange thread. :smt021

[Sir Mickey Mouse]

Yeah, I know... wish we could stay on topic about what a wonderful zoo we have.

[HubCityMan1912]

SoMissTV: With all due respect, I did indeed intend to place my post of "personal admonition" (not "personal attack") directed to "Hillary C" since her "rules" post appears about midway on page 2 of this thread (posted at 10:47PM 9 Aug.), so it is therefore not "off-topic" nor on the wrong thread (although I too regret the need for getting off on such "tangents" that have nothing to do with the original thread subject)...I too have fond memories of Kamper Park & Zoo (now Hattiesburg Zoo), including a very public "fight" over the fate of the UDC House and grounds in the early '90's. (The UDC originally owned ALL of the park and zoo from 1904 to at least 1990--and in fact technically still do!)

I'm also concerned with the progress/status of the "master plan" for the zoo which dates back some 20 years now...I'll likley contribute more comments/questions on this thread later...

[SoMissTV]

I'm not sure I'm familiar with the UDC house... I would like it if you could tell me more about it. And I understand the urge to respond to someone who has posted off-topic here, but two wrongs don't make a right. Just because she posted off-topic here doesn't mean that it's right. Plus, having competing topics within a thread makes it harder to read and turns people off, and I'm sure Aaron does't want that.

Regardless, thanks for your understanding, and I look forward to hearing of your involvement with the zoo.

[dave0000]

i wish i could post somthing :smt118

[SoMissTV]

I wish you could post something on topic.

[HubCityMan1912]

The "UDC" House--"The United Daughters of the Confederacy", similar to the DAR--the Daughters of the American Revolution, and like the SAR--Sons of the American Revolution, was/is the "ladies auxilary" to the SCV--the Sons of Confederate Veterans...All were founded in the 1800's as pro-American, patriotic, historic preservation, service organisations which 100 years ago had much larger, more influential, and more well-funded memberships than today...

Sawmill pioneer John Kamper donated the original 80 acres of cut-over pine forest in a perpetual deed to the ladies of the local H'burg chapter of the UDC in 1903 for development as a "park" (no zoo till '49), which was then almost 2 miles west of the city proper...The UDC House (located in the southeast corner of the property) and the Pavillion are the original and oldest structures on the site (although the UDC House was moved there, not built there)...Since about 1992, the UDC House (virtually a museum inside) has been somehow closed to the use of the public, including the the ladies of the UDC--who legally OWN the whole property! (Ask the prior and current City Hall administrations?)

[dave0000]

when i started this thread,i had thought about talking with people about thier memories of the old kamper park days,thats the path i had imagined it would take,but i had to go to war over saying the word hell.back on topic,can anyone remember that burger place next to kamper park in the 70s,what was the name of that place?

[ynotme297]

do yall remember the two jet airplanes that out front. one was a T33 and the other was an F84 i belive. they are now at the bobbie chain airport.

[Buggy]

Dave: That place that belongs to Temple Baptist now? Was that the Frost Top? I seem to remember my dad talking about that a lot, but I'm not sure if that's it.

Edit: Never mind.

[HubCityMan1912]

Burger House: Opened in '65 I think...In '68: Hamburger--15 cents, french fries--10 cents...(Located on Hardy at S. 17th Ave....FrostTop was further east on Hardy at S.10th Ave.)

[ROVER]

Dave:

ROVER has a little bone to pick with you when I get home, and trust me, I'll find you. You will learn some manners. If you are going to be stupid, you best be tough.

[Buggy]

do yall remember the two jet airplanes that out front. one was a T33 and the other was an F84 i belive. they are now at the bobbie chain airport.
How long ago was that? The farthest back I can remember is the late '80's, and I don't remember that. Where were they?

[reality]

Tweety has been away a wittle too wong. My my my... a lot certainly can happen in only a few hours. :smt118

[dave0000]

i remember eating a burger there when i was realy young,we went over there untill mrs. hatti calmed down,she was mad about somthing that morning,and was screaming,she could scare ya if she wanted to.

[dave0000]

Dave:

ROVER has a little bone to pick with you when I get home, and trust me, I'll find you. You will learn some manners. If you are going to be stupid, you best be tough.
why do you beat up stupid people?

[ynotme297]

the planes were next to the fence facing hardy street. they were there when i moved here in 84. don`t remember when they moved them. i think some time in the late 80`s.

[aaron]

Welcome to our community Dave0000. :)

[aaron]

Actually I thought it was quite fitting since one of the introductory steps into the community is to get some rep, his just happened to be on the wrong side of zero.

[beggingforrelief]

I remember playing tennis at kamper park during my college years. The addition of the walking track, upgrades to the zoo, cleaning up of the picnic area and the improvements to the playground have been a positive spin for hattiesburg. The only thing I hated was when I was playing tennis and messed up a shot, those darn monkeys would start laughing at me. The improvements was one of the many benefits that came from the Morgan administration.

[Lylabean]

A side note ... there are only two zoo facilities in Mississippi. Jackson and Hattiesburg.

Wayward

that's not quite accurate...Tupelo has Buffalo Park and Zoo http://www.tupelobuffalopark.com/ which is a really nice facility. They have a lot of land and at the park they have many activities...it's really grown over the years.

I think Kamper Park biggest problem in years to come is where will it grow? just like USM it's pretty landlocked.

Lynn

[Lylabean]

The only thing I hated was when I was playing tennis and messed up a shot, those darn monkeys would start laughing at me. The improvements was one of the many benefits that came from the Morgan administration.

hehe...funny..:-D

I hear those monkeys everyday..it's kinda nice to work so close to the zoo.

Lynn

[Tully Mars]

that's not quite accurate...Tupelo has Buffalo Park and Zoo http://www.tupelobuffalopark.com/ which is a really nice facility. They have a lot of land and at the park they have many activities...it's really grown over the years.

I think Kamper Park biggest problem in years to come is where will it grow? just like USM it's pretty landlocked.

Lynn

I guess the primary difference here is that the Tupelo Buffalo Park is privately owned while the Hattiesburg and Jackson Zoos are publicly owned.

I don't think that the objective with Kamper Park is growth in terms of square footage or acreage. In my opinion the objective is growth in terms of the quality and diversity of exhibits. You are correct that Kamper Park is landlocked.

Spreading a facility out over a wide expanse of land is not always the best way to 'improve' a facility. I am quite pleased with the efforts that have been made in recent years to grow the quality of the facility.

Ooops, I almost forgot...

<VOTE TULLY>

[dave0000]

i think whoever is in charge of the christmas lights and childrens activitys are doing a super
SUPER job every year.i have took my kids and friends kids to it,and they always had a blast,all the kids have a wonderful time,and it makes for great memories.

[Lylabean]

I don't think that the objective with Kamper Park is growth in terms of square footage or acreage. In my opinion the objective is growth in terms of the quality and diversity of exhibits. You are correct that Kamper Park is landlocked.

Spreading a facility out over a wide expanse of land is not always the best way to 'improve' a facility. I am quite pleased with the efforts that have been made in recent years to grow the quality of the facility.

Ooops, I almost forgot...

<VOTE TULLY>


I guess as far as growing out I was thinking of the Buffalo Park and some of the events they have there that just wouldn't be possible at Kamper Park because of space, parking...

I do agree with Dave that the children's activities are great (nieces have loved zoo boo) but wish they had more events for adults...In all the years we've been in Hattiesburg I think I've been able to drag geezerjoe once maybe twice to the zoo.

Lynn

[dave0000]

Hey guys have any of you heard of bill strongs mississippi photo tour? It is pretty cool,they have photos of kamper park.great pics of mississippi.go to www.phototour.com

[citygirl]

Does anyone remember a pool being at the park? Seems like there used to be or maybe I am dreaming.

[dave0000]

Does anyone remember a pool being at the park? Seems like there used to be or maybe I am dreaming.i remember thinking that the big alagator and turtle pit looked like a pool.

[reality]

Hey guys have any of you heard of bill strongs mississippi photo tour? It is pretty cool,they have photos of kamper park.great pics of mississippi.go to www.phototour.com (http://www.phototour.com)

Hey Dave, thanks for sharing that! That was wonderful!! :smt038

[Wayward]

Does anyone remember a pool being at the park? Seems like there used to be or maybe I am dreaming.
Long, long ago there was a wading pool. Probably 2 feet at the deep end and a few inches at the shallow end. Good for cool splashing. :smt026

[R1ZOOM]

As a child, I remember the roller-coaster, feeding the ducks, and a stupid little canoe ride that floated around a tiny stream of water. And the train from Hercules, which by the way was filled with Asbestos in its boiler, which is why it was moved to the train station downtown. Oh, they had tanks too, but I don't know what happened to them.

I didn't realize I'd be re-living my childhood tonight. Sigh...

and Slush Puppies, and the snake exhibits

[SoMissTV]

Come to think of it, I remember the jets (vaguely). I didn't, and still don't, like Slush Puppies, so maybe I just blocked that out of my mind. I've always wondered what that white house was on the southeast corner.... is there even anything in it now? Are the UDC still around to put up a fight about it?

[Tully Mars]

Come to think of it, I remember the jets (vaguely). I didn't, and still don't, like Slush Puppies, so maybe I just blocked that out of my mind. I've always wondered what that white house was on the southeast corner.... is there even anything in it now? Are the UDC still around to put up a fight about it?

As of at least 2002 they were still around and not at all shy about letting anyone know who makes the real decisions regarding the use of that land. They are very much alive and well.

When we were planning the playground improvements I had to go and present our project concept to them. They were very nice and very cordial but also very adament about being in the loop on development decisions within the park property.

Darn, I forgot again...

<VOTE TULLY>

[jmb]

When you do that photo tour, be sure to check out this one...
http://www.phototour.com/echtml/donanelles.html

[bartspoon]

I spashed in that pool on many a summer day. kamper park was our summer playground. One sunny day about 5 of us barefoot tiny explorers walked into the park and the Lion was out :help2: . He was standing in all his glory roaring in the dead center of the parking lot, between Miss Hatties cage and the sandy playground. About 40 yards from us and his cage behind him. We froze in our tracts and slowly backed up. Like we did when faced with a mean dog in the alley. A zoo worker got a big piece of bloody meat, waved it at him and he went back and jumped in his cage and had a nice extra meal for his trouble. You could hear him and the peacocks from the saftey of my bedroom. Years later in the countryside of Thailand with a group of folks we heard this stange sound, someone said what in the heck is that, to which i replied quickly with a smile and the memory of my youth still fresh on my brain, thats a "peacock". It is quite an education growing up near a zoo.
We played ping-pong on the many concrete tables, we fished for catfish and what we called silversides in the pond. We baited our hooks with sunbeam bread rolled into small balls. The pond was this filthy yet beautiful emeral green. And as we fished you could hear the sounds of the elephant, the loin, the peacocks and most of all the screaming monkeys doing what monkeys do. The animal cages surrounded the pond on three sides so everything was right there. It was like being at a watering hole in Africa. Well at least to us kids. There was a huge alligator pit near hardy street, but in the many years that i visited the zoo i saw them move only on rare occasions. But it was always scary when they did.
We always wanted to somehow free the "dingo". Yes the zoo had a dingo, that just paced up and down all day taking time out only to wolf down whatever it was they fed him. And i cant leave without mentioning "old bubble gum butt" the huge baboon, that smoked and ate cigerettes, and would lure you close to the cage to throw feces on you. We never did like that baboon. Although he frightened us more then death itself.
There was also the "high slide" which was about as dangerous as anything you could find. It must have been 15 feet high and just wide enough to squeeze in, and if that was not scary enough it had two big bumps in it. And it was not uncommon to go sailing off into the unknown. Finally it was removed after a girl broke her leg.
There was an annual easter egg hunt the Loin's Club held for all the kids who wanted to come. And if you found a gold or silver egg you got a prize, usually a huge easter basket full of candy. It was a mad, mad, dash for eggs, so many kids.
Well thanks for letting me take this trip down memory lane, brings back great memory's. And thanks to Mr. Kamper and the Daughters of the Confederacy for giving us kids such a wonderful place to enjoy.

[Wayward]

Very interesting, bart ... I shared the park pleasure.


[snip]

There was an annual easter egg hunt the Loin's Club held for all the kids who wanted to come. And if you found a gold or silver egg you got a prize, usually a huge easter basket full of candy. It was a mad, mad, dash for eggs, so many kids.
And the Lions Club hunt lives on. Because Kamper Park is becoming short of open space, the hunt moved to Vernon Dahmer Park several years ago. It's still a special event.

Side note: The Hattiesburg Lions Club donated the first lion to the zoo. That might have been the one hanging out in the parking lot.

Well thanks for letting me take this trip down memory lane, brings back great memory's. And thanks to Mr. Kamper and the Daughters of the Confederacy for giving us kids such a wonderful place to enjoy.
Hattiesburg History note: The common myth is that Adeline, Mamie and Corinne Streets were named for William and Hattie Hardy's daughters. Not true.

Mamie - John Kamper's daughter
Adeline - John Kamper's sister, Mrs. Adeline Kamper Buschman
Don't know about Corinne

Wayward

[jmack]

The Hattiesburg Lions Club also donated the Pavillion.

[bartspoon]

jmack and wayward..thanks for the info.. i did not know either of those facts. love to learn something new..hope you will share more of them.