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15009
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General Thomas Clingman was the first to explore the Great Craggies, noted for their scenic beauty - and their inaccessibility. During recent years they have had few visitors, other than nearby residents, but today, by foot or on horseback, visitors arrive in droves, especially during rhododendron season.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 10 Issue 43, Mar 1943, p1-2, f
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15083
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Ogle Meadow was a location little visited during the 1940s but offered stunning natural beauty. Located near Burnsville, the meadow was part of western North Carolina's already noteworthy natural landmarks. Yeates Knob offered a broad panorama with an elevation of 6,001 feet. In the 1940s few tourist had yet discovered its appeal and was used by Asheville native Walter Haynes as a pasture for his seventy-five head of cattle.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 6, July 1941, p10-11, il
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15108
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One of the loveliest views in western North Carolina lies atop Table Rock. Almost the entire length of the Linville Gorge can be seen from Table Rock as well as the distant mountains of Roan and Grandfather.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 8 Issue 35, Jan 1941, p4-5, f
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15138
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Gaston County, though quite a distance from the main body of North Carolina mountains, has several mountain peaks scattered over it. At least three peaks will repay the climber with glorious views: Spencer, Crowder's and the Pinnacle in the Kings Mountain range.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 8 Issue 47, Apr 1941, p6-7, f
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15243
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One by one the traditional institutions of rural life pass away; belonging to this class are the mills, now so nearly extinct which once were found on nearly every stream, large or small throughout the Piedmont section of North Carolina.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 7 Issue 29, Dec 1939, p14-15, f
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Hawksbill Mountain in Burke County takes its name from its peak where overhanging rocks project the striking likeness of a hawk's beak. At 4,000 feet the mountain is one of the few locations in the state's mountains where you can get a completely unobstructed view in every direction. Abernethy relates some of the interesting things visitors will find there.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 29, Dec 1941, p10-11, il
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18462
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North Carolina has at least two mountains bearing this name. One is in Macon County and the other is in Burke County. Abernethy describes Shortoff Mountain in Burke County, including the magnificent view of Lake James, the precipitous cliffs, and the best season to climb.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 32, Jan 1942, p4-5, il
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18547
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The Brushy Mountains are not as high as some of the peaks in western North Carolina, but they offer viewers beautiful and interesting scenery. They extend from Lenoir some 65 miles northeast to Pilot Mountain and include parts of Caldwell, Alexander, Wilkes, Yadkin and Surry counties. Abernethy's article covers the mountainous area between Lenoir and the Yadkin County line, about 35 miles distant.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 50, May 1942, p8-9, 16, il
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18700
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Abernethy describes Kawana, located in Avery County, and the surrounding area. It is one of the most isolated sections of the state, yet some of the most wonderful mountain scenery is found there. One of the most widespread family names there is Clark.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 10 Issue 19, Oct 1942, p8-9, il
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18823
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North Carolinians are proud of their highway system which has gotten them out of the mud and onto paved roads. However, there are still a few numbered state highways which are not paved. N.C. 105 is one of them, and it runs almost north and south between Linville Falls and Lake James. Abernethy describes a ride on nineteen miles of it, which includes some of the roughest, steepest driving in the state.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 10 Issue 25, Nov 1942, p6-7, il
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19080
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Rutherford County does not have towns of any size. There are no industries of consequence and while there is no spectacular scenery, there is plenty of the relaxing type. Still the county has many interesting things once a visitor leaves the main road. In the nation's early days most the gold was mined there, and the famous Bechtler mint produced over $2.5 million. The Gold Star Mine still operates. Mica is mined there for the war effort. The log post office at Gilkey is one of the state's smallest ones.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 3, June 1943, p9, 22, il
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One of the most unusual town names in the state is Democrat, located in Buncombe County on the Big Ivy River. It's a rural community with a few churches, a post office, a filling station, a country store, and several dozen dwellings. The Carter Mill, built in 1800 by Solomon Carter, is still in operation and still family-owned.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 20, Oct 1943, p6-7, il
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19205
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Women played an important part in the Revolutionary War. Abernethy recounts a few outstanding incidents, including Susan Twitty, Mary Slocumb, and Elizabeth Steele.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 31, Jan 1944, p3-4, il
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Tryon County, at one time one of the leading counties in the state, was formed in 1769, yet vanished ten years later when it was divided between Lincoln and Rutherford counties. Abernethy recounts some of the events in its lively existence.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 31, Jan 1944, p7, 27, il
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19246
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Abernethy looks back over two hundred years and examines the types of currency in use in North Carolina.
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The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 11 Issue 32, Jan 1944, p1-2, il
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