Record #:

11954

Author(s):

Abstract:

The story of the historic homes located in Jones County could fill a book. Well-known houses include Sen. Furnifold McClendal Simmons' home located between Trenton and Pollocksville, and the Foscue house, thought to be haunted, one of the first brick dwellings in the county.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p13, 28, il

Subject(s):

Simmons, Furnifold M. (Furnifold McLendel), 1854-1940

Record #:

11955

Author(s):

Abstract:

Most of Jones County's towns are old, and retain their function as agricultural trading communities. The towns of Pollocksville, Comfort, Trenton, and Maysville all lack a highly developed retail center, and people are forced to travel to nearby Kinston.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p11-12, il, por

Subject(s):

Cities and towns

Record #:

12704

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Jones County is not a rich county in monetary terms, but possesses a wealth of historical prestige and natural blessings. Located in eastern North Carolina, Jones is bordered by Carteret and Craven Counties, in a countryside dotted with the homes of hardworking folk. Jones sole industry is logging, with its primary income relating to the agricultural production of tobacco, corn, grain, and livestock.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p8-10, 22-25, il

Subject(s):

Jones County--Economic conditions

Record #:

12705

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Most of Jones County's towns are old, and retain their function as agricultural trading communities. The towns of Pollocksville, Comfort, Trenton, and Maysville all lack a highly developed retail center, and people are forced to travel to nearby Kinston.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p11-12, il, por

Subject(s):

Kinston--Economic conditions; Pollocksville--Economic conditions; Comfort--Economic conditions; Trenton--Economic conditions; Maysville--Economic conditions

Record #:

12706

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

The story of the historic homes located in Jones County could fill a book. Well-known houses include Sen. Furnifold Simmon's home located between Trenton and Pollocksville, and the Foscue house, thought to be haunted, one of the first brick dwellings in the county. In addition to Simmons and Foscue, other well-known individuals resided in Jones, including Furnifold Brock, a North Carolina Senator.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p13, 28, il

Subject(s):

Historic buildings--Jones County

Record #:

12707

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

At the age of 81, John B. Taylor is the most widely known trouble-shooter in the newspaper business. Having started his career in Charlotte in 1900, Jack spent the early part of his career at the WINSTON-SALEM SENTINEL, eventually elevating his knowledge of the printing press and moving to Durham. Jack's knowledge of printing press mechanics so overshadows and dominates the newspaper world that there is not even a close rival.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 29 Issue 23, Apr 1962, p15, 26, por

Subject(s):

Newspapers--Winston-Salem--History; Taylor, John B.