Record #:

10848

Author(s):

Etheridge, Harry

Abstract:

William R. \"Bill\" Long, the founder of Long Manufacturing Company, grew up in Lawrence, N.C. (approximately 10 miles from Tarboro) and is one of the most colorful business personalities ever to appear on the North Carolina scene. After starting out in the farm equipment repair business, Long went on to design and build his own machines, including hay balers, automatic tobacco harvesters, and the first peanut combine, which he produced in 1957.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 35 Issue 10, Oct 1967, p11-12, il, por

Subject(s):

Manufacturers--Tarboro; Manufacturing industries--Tarboro; Long, William R.

Record #:

44612

Author(s):

Ellis, Kevin

Abstract:

"Winners of NC Chamber's 'Coolest Thing' contest reflect diversity in Tar Heel State manufacturing." The NC Chamber has promoted the contest for the past six years to heighten awareness of manufacturing's importance in the state. Noted are Siemens Mobility in Lexington, producing passenger coaches for trains; World Cat Boats in Tarboro and Ordway Glass Company in Fuquay-Varina, producer of stained glass art.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 45 Issue 11, November 2025, p16-17, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Manufacturing industries--Tarboro; Manufacturing industries--Lexington; Manufacturing industries--Fuquay Varina; Manufacturing--North Carolina--diversity