Record #:

15352

Author(s):

Hicklin, J. B.

Abstract:

Kaolin is a fine grade white clay discovered in the Spruce Pine region part of the state's western portion. In 1767, Josiah Wedgewood of England, ordered a shipment of this clay from the region to fashion a set of china for King George III. Wedgewood came to the area to personally oversee the operation and secured 500 tons of dried clay at $600 per ton.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 45, Apr 1938, p1, 22

Subject(s):

Kaolin industry--North Carolina, Western; Wedgwood, Josiah, 1730-1795

Record #:

15353

Author(s):

Hicklin, J. B.

Abstract:

Summer assembly grounds for Christian followers were very popular in the 1930s. Most of the assemblies were established in the western portion of the state because of the natural surroundings. Christians met at these camps to exchange ideas and inspirations, seek additional religious training, and socialize. As of 1938 the following camps were established: Presbyterian's Montreat, Methodist's Lake Junaluska, Baptist's Ridgecrest, A. R. P.'s Bonclarken, Episcopalian's Lake Kanuga, Catholic's Hot Springs, Y.M.C.A. and Y.W.C.A.'s Blue Ridge, and Columbia Bible College's Ben Lippen.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 45, Apr 1938, p3, 16, il

Subject(s):

Church assemblies