Record #:

15519

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson continues her interview with Sara Coleman Porter, the widow of the famous short story writer, O. Henry. Mrs. Porter recounts her first meeting with O. Henry, their courtship, marriage, and brief time together before he became ill and died.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 2 Issue 37, Feb 1935, p8

Subject(s):

Porter, William Sydney (O. Henry), 1862-1910

Record #:

15850

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

There are sixty government hospitals around the country, each equipped for dealing with special ailments. Oteen, located a few miles from Asheville, admits only tubercular cases. It is one of the finest and best equipped hospitals in the country for dealing with that disease. Henderson describes the workings of the hospital.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 25, Nov 1935, p1, 22, il

Subject(s):

Tuberculosis--Hospitals--Asheville

Record #:

15992

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

There are many unsolved mysteries found in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Among them are the Singing Stones of Chimney Rock and the old Rumbling Bald Mountain, which towers over Lake Lure, close to Chimney Rock and the Bottomless Pools. Henderson discusses some of the theories that have been advanced to explain them.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 4 Issue 11, Aug 1936, p5, 22, il

Subject(s):

Supernatural events--North Carolina mountains

Record #:

16027

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson discusses the work and creations of Edith Harwell, who operates Pinewood Pottery near Charlotte. As a women potter, she is unique among a field that is mostly men. She is the only woman in North Carolina to operate her own pottery with a distinctive trademark of her own.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 4 Issue 21, Oct 1936, p3, 21, il

Subject(s):

Women potters--Charlotte; Harwell, Edith, 1904-1982

Record #:

16946

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson takes readers on a western North Carolina tour, going from Asheville to Chimney Rock, Saluda, Hendersonville, and others places of interest and scenic beauty.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 1, June 1937, p3, 16, 19, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16958

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson takes readers on one of the most spectacular tours in the state as she winds her way to the top of Mount Mitchell.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 2, June 1937, p27, 40, 44, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--Mount Mitchell

Record #:

16968

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson takes readers on a western North Carolina tour, stopping at Fletcher to see the Open Air Westminster Abbey, then to Hendersonville and to many other interesting places along the road to Brevard.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 3, June 1937, p5, 24, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16969

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Continuing her tour through western North Carolina, Henderson takes readers from Brevard to Pisgah Forest, Highlands, and Franklin, then to Transylvania County, which is known as the Land of Waterfalls.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 4, June 1937, p3, 20, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16971

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Continuing her tour through western North Carolina, Henderson takes readers from Franklin to Cullowhee, then on to Clay and Cherokee counties, as well as interesting things to see in Hayesville, Brasstown, and Murphy.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 5, July 1937, p3, 18, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16972

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson describes the new Appalachian Parkway and its tentative route that will open up the scenic value of western North Carolina to both residents and tourists.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 6, July 1937, p3, 16, il

Subject(s):

Scenic byways--North Carolina, Western; Appalachian Parkway

Record #:

16977

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Touring through the most distant counties in western North Carolina, Henderson takes readers to Cherokee County, Murphy, Marble, Andrews, and the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 9, July 1937, p7, 20, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16979

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Touring through the most distant counties in western North Carolina, Henderson takes readers to the Nantahala Gorge and Forest, the \"Rock House,\" a natural cave with several well-defined rooms, Blowing Springs, and down several interesting roads.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 10, Aug 1937, p5, 26, il

Subject(s):

Vacations--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

16989

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

Henderson takes readers on a tour to see the sights in Bryson City and Swain County.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 13, Aug 1937, p11, 22, 30, il

Subject(s):

Bryson City--Description and travel; Swain County--Description and travel

Record #:

17060

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

At one time there were about 500 trolley cars carrying passengers in some of the state's largest cities. Now only two places remain--Wilmington and between Spencer and Salisbury. Henderson recounts being in Asheville when the first trolley began operations there.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 32, Jan 1938, p9, 16

Subject(s):

Trolley cars--Asheville--History

Record #:

33675

Author(s):

Henderson, Ida Briggs

Abstract:

The Carolinas went wild over the Big Apple dance in the summer of 1937, and has spread to New York and other parts of the country. When the Roxy Theater in New York called for dancers, Charlotte held a dance contest to send the top four to the showcase.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 14, Sep 1937, p9, 18, 22, por

Subject(s):

Dance--Social aspects; Charlotte--History