Record #:

15366

Author(s):

McDevett, C. W.

Abstract:

Forrest Smith of Kinston developed a device to expedite and reduce the risks of tobacco curing. Traditionally tobacco curing involved the tedious task of watching over fires built in tobacco barns. Smith's invention involved a tank with oil burners and thermostat to regulate temperature that cured tobacco faster and more evenly. He planned to install trial systems in fifteen counties before expanding his company the following year.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 1, June 1935, p2, il

Subject(s):

Tobacco curing