Mayor Solon Milton Commends Fire Department for Progress and Improvements The Celeste Volunteer Fire Department completed 1965 with a record of steady progress and improvements. This is especially true in the areas of individual training and in maintenance and condition of equipment. In the course of twenty-four regular two-hour drill meetings during 1965, each member has become proficient in the operation of trucks and equipment. During the same period, thirteen members completed the Red Cross First Aid course and were awarded certificates. Sixteen members attended more than three-fourths of the regular drill meetings: M. D. Babers, Jesse Bishop, Johnny Myers, Farrell Arey, Doug Armstrong, Haskell Biggs, Bobby Compton, Ted Daniels, Jimmy Felty, Albert Granberry, Johnnie Lyon, Doug Milton, Larry Rowell, Ronnie Lumpkin, Ted Cole, and John James. The fire trucks are in better condition than they have been in years, and the fire alarm system has been improved by the installation of five additional telephones. There were only three grass fires and one structural fire within the Celeste City limits during 1965. This may be partially luck; however, I believe that fire prevention training in our schools, improved fire prevention inspections by the Fire Marshall, and greater awareness and caution on the part of all Celeste citizens have been the reason that we have had such few fires. To the Fire Department, schools, and all citizens: Congratulations and please keep up the good work. J. Solon Milton Mayor City of Celeste (January 7, 1966, The Celeste Courier)