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The year is 1946 and I have decided to dedicate the mansion that I bought in 1929 from Rufus Ayers to the state for purposes of achieving a historical landmark. the mansion that i have lived in will be come a museum that I expect will bring me much joy to see flourish. My sister and i have much planned on all that we can do to see the museum become a facility where much of this beautiful area can be remembered of its roots and obstacles. We plan to embark to find much of the information and exhibits for the museum. Untill then I must continue my work with the Slemp Foundation and the state to finalize the beginings of the Southwest Virginia Museum.

-C.Bascom Slemp