Well, guys, on that note, I have to respond. Good for Anna. Jan Botkin Therkildsen (Therkild@aol.com and Shelby County researcher) According to Anna Centennial History 1833 to 1933 It came to be the Village of Anna Dedicated to the memory of Anna Carey Thirkield after whom the town was named and the early pioneers It was first known as Carey's station then changed to Anna Station