The William Taylor Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, (DAR) has recently elected officers who will serve for the next three years. Pictured are, from left, seated, Recording Secretary Melanie Hatchell, South Hill; Vice-Regent Betty Winn, Alberta; Regent Linda Bagley, Kenbridge; Chaplain Shelia Amos, Victoria; Corresponding Secretary Diane Clark, Victoria; back row, Historian Sharon Riddle, Victoria; Treasurer Milly Casey, Gasburg; Registrar Diane Daniel, Alberta; Librarian Nancy Avery, Alberta. Founded in 1890 and headquartered in our nation’s capital, DAR is engaged in service projects dedicated to historical preservation, promotion of education and encouragement of patriotic endeavor. Any woman 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution, is eligible for membership.