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28843
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Bob Podolak, a former cardiologist at the University of North Carolina medical school, and his wife Tina have homes in Buxton, North Carolina and Denver, Colorado. The Podolaks reflect on their experiences living in the Outer Banks and memories of the diverse local culture.
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29190
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In the early 1900s, mountain households in North Carolina were prepared for most illnesses and emergencies no matter what season. The author describes mountain living during that time and how his family made home remedies of natural herbs. To supplement herbs, farm produce was traded for medicine supplied at the country store.
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30733
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Peggy Norwood describes her life growing up on her family’s tobacco farm in Granville County, North Carolina during the post-World War Two years. She discusses daily farm activities and chores involved in growing tobacco. She also tells a story about a crow named Blackie, and its role in worming tobacco, collecting farm objects, and serving as a family pet.
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31141
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This article features citizen reports of sightings in the North Carolina wilderness. Among the sightings are stories of a golden eagle, bald eagle, wild boar, bottlenose dolphins, bears, and red fox.
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31287
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Of all the musical styles played throughout North Carolina, many believe that country music is the state’s finest style. North Carolinians claim country music owes its appeal to the yearning for simplicity and rootedness that permeates modern society. This article presents a selection of stories and thoughts on the subject.
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31297
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Personal and family stories are important parts of North Carolina’s history. This article presents selected stories about unusual events, such as a mule at Hardbargain Creek near South Mountain, and family stories about Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr, the Lost Colony, and the Civil War.
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31394
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During the first few years of the twentieth-century, a little one-room log schoolhouse stood on top of Eutaw Mountain in Haywood County. Selena Sanders of Roanoke Rapids tells a story describing a typical school day and life growing up in the mountains.
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31407
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In the early1940s, Roanoke Rapids had three movie houses, including The Crum. Richard Lore describes The Crum, films featured at the theater, and popular culture during this time period.
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31486
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This article describes Patsy Moore Ginns’ new book, Snowbird Gravy and Dishpan Pie: Mountain People Recall, and presents personal narratives about mountain living in North Carolina.
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31596
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In this article, Richard Elmore of Charlotte describes his grandfather’s country general store. The store sold mainly groceries and staples, but customers also brought in fur pelts, crafts, and other goods for trade or purchase. Elmore describes daily operations in the store and the types of people that visited the store.
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34490
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Lucas details growing up in Morehead City during the 1930s. She addresses various aspects of daily life including household chores, food preparation, and livestock. There are also personal recollections of the 1933 hurricane.
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34496
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In the third installation of childhood anecdotes, Lucas recalls attending church services with her family, home medical treatment, entertainment; employment; local community members; and holiday traditions. Food and traditions are central to many of the memories.
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34498
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Brinson fondly recalls a Christmas tradition started by his local First Methodist Church. Following Christmas service, children in the congregation would receive handmade bags filled with treats. Later in life, Brinson himself would fill the bags with several other family members, continuing the tradition.
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34600
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Following the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, Ethel Phillips traveled west to work at the Los Angeles Times covering the war. In 1943, Phillips joined the Marine Corps as an office administrator. This article details some of her experiences during the war and her eventual residency in Carteret County.
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34626
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This article describes early memories of Morehead City native Thomas Brinson. Brinson was born in 1947 and recalls Morehead was relatively small and featured a downtown business district and active railroad. Many of the streets were unpaved and pedestrian traffic was common. Many residents entertained themselves by going to the movies and visiting with neighbors.
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