Record #:

12829

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Twenty-six years ago, Samuel E. Leonard proposed the elimination of eighty county governments within North Carolina, hoping to set a nationwide standard in state politics. Leonard suggested that the eliminated posts be replaced with twenty district units. Leonard's failed division plan can be seen in the accompanying map.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 28 Issue 16, Jan 1961, p7, map

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Politics and government