Pinehills neighborhood

Funded by Hattiesburg Homestead Corporation, which was created under the Federal Public Housing Commision in 1935 (during the Great Depression). 25 houses were created in a circle. On each plot, two apple and two pear trees were planted (some are still around). HoFC mentions that one family rented a 4.5 acre homestead for $15.43 per month. The neighborhood was annexed by HBurg in 1966. (source: History of Forrest County, p 116