Local shootist presents pioneer weaponry to DRT

The Dilue Rose Harris Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas welcomed self-described “history buff,” Daniel Newsom with the local Texas Historical Shootist Society at their Jan. 23 meeting.

He proved himself to be quite expert, knowledgeable, and engaging with meeting attendees. Mr. Newsom shared a wealth of information on various pieces of pioneer weapons, a Bowie knife, Arkansas toothpick, Dragoon saber, Colt revolver, to only name a few. He shared the background, era, usage and interesting facts of each and allowed the members to inspect and ask additional questions.

Mr. Newsom commented that the THSS may stage up to ten scenarios annually on their property north of Columbus but is part of a nationwide organization of history and gun enthusiasts.

More information can be found on their website www.thss.org.

For more information on the DRT, please visit the website at www.drtinfo.org or the Dilue Rose Harris Chapter Facebook page.

Any woman interested in becoming a full or associate member of the Dilue Rose Harris Chapter in Columbus may contact Marilyn Wade ([email protected]).