1978 Press Photo Auburn Fire Chief Ellis Mitchell with Harry Philpott

For the second time in its history, the city of Auburn has an honorary fire chief. He is President Harry M. Philpott, right, of Auburn University. Chief Ellis Mitchell, left, presented Philpott with a badge during a ceremony before the fire department, saying Auburn firemen appreciated Philpott's cooperation. Philpott replied, "I just hope it doesn't mean I have to get up in the middle of the night." Chief Ellis Mitchell. Auburn Fire Chief.

Photo measures 8 x 10 inches. Photo is dated 12-25-1978.

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