Record #:

2983

Author(s):

Padgett, Mary Jo

Abstract:

Old Fort, with a population under 1,000, is located off Interstate 40 in McDowell County. The town, which has a history dating back to colonial times and a strong industrial base, seeks to expand its tourist trade as well.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 64 Issue 4, Sept 1996, p10-11, il

Subject(s):

Old Fort--Description and travel

Record #:

2984

Author(s):

Arthur, Billy

Abstract:

A look through William S. Powell's NORTH CAROLINA GAZETTEER reveals that the state is blessed with a collection of towns and places bearing unique and fascinating names.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 64 Issue 4, Sept 1996, p12-13, il

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Description and travel--Gazetteers; Names, Geographical

Record #:

2996

Author(s):

Dugan, Gene

Abstract:

Cannon have not been at Fort Macon on Bogue Banks since the Civil War ended. Now, through the efforts of organizations like Friends of Fort Macon and Carolina Power and Light Company, a replica of a 32-pounder was put in place on April 18, 1996.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 64 Issue 4, Sept 1996, p4, il

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--Civil War, 1861-1865; Fort Macon (Carteret County); Carteret County--History