Record #:

1143

Author(s):

Padgett, Mary Jo

Abstract:

Hickory Nut Gorge, a scenic mountainous area of western North Carolina, has provided the setting for a number of films over the years. Padgett describes the aspects of this area that attract filmmakers and celebrities.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p12-15, il

Subject(s):

Hickory Nut Gorge; Motion picture locations

Record #:

1144

Author(s):

Padgett, Mary Jo

Abstract:

The annual Coon Dog Day in Saluda is a tradition that has been passed down through several generations to the present.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p16-18, il

Subject(s):

Hunting dogs; Saluda--Festivals, etc.; Festivals--Saluda

Record #:

1145

Author(s):

Waldrup, Robert A.

Abstract:

Cherokee County has a heritage rich in Native American and pioneer cultures. North Carolina's western-most county offers cultural and recreational opportunities that are unique in the state.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p19-21, il

Subject(s):

Cherokee County; Murphy

Record #:

1146

Author(s):

Timblin, Carol

Abstract:

Timblin profiles the city of Asheville, past and present.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p22-25, il, por

Subject(s):

Asheville--Description; Asheville--History

Record #:

1147

Author(s):

Harrelson, Kathy

Abstract:

Castalia, a small town near Rocky Mount, depends on the exposure generated by its annual 4th of July celebration for economic stability.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p26-28, il

Subject(s):

Castalia; Fourth of July celebrations--Castalia

Record #:

1148

Author(s):

Hunter, Elizabeth

Abstract:

A three-year experiment conducted by the U.S. Forest Service used Angora and Alpine goats to determine what vegetative management strategy would be suitable for the highlands of Roan Mountain.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p29-31, il

Subject(s):

Roan Mountain; Goats; Range management

Record #:

1149

Author(s):

Turnage, Sheila

Abstract:

Alvin Sawyer, known as the Moonshine King, is one of the more colorful personalities in Elizabeth City-area lore.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p32-34, por

Subject(s):

Sawyer, Alvin B.; Distilling, Illicit--Pasquotank County

Record #:

1150

Author(s):

Kirkland, Bill

Abstract:

Kirkland waxes nostalgic over Eddie Neville, a pitcher for the Durham Bulls in the 40s and 50s.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 2, July 1993, p35-36, por

Subject(s):

Neville, Eddie; Baseball players--Durham; Durham Bulls (Baseball team)