Record #:

2134

Author(s):

Overdahl, Ginny

Abstract:

Roanoke Rapids, founded as a cotton mill site in 1893 by John Armstrong Chaloner, is located on the Roanoke River in Halifax County. Mills are still the dominant industry in the town, with textiles and paper providing the economic backbone.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p10, il

Subject(s):

Roanoke Rapids--Description and travel; Chaloner, John Armstrong, 1862-1935

Record #:

2138

Author(s):

Smith, Scott; Leake, Linda L.; Hodge, Alan

Abstract:

If one has the urge to visit the big city, it can be done without leaving the state's borders by journeying to such places as Gaston County's Dallas, Lincoln County's Denver, Nash County's Nashville, and other same name towns.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p16-21, il

Subject(s):

Dallas (N.C.); Denver (N.C.); Nashville (N.C.); Names, Geographical

Record #:

2139

Author(s):

Arthur, Billy

Abstract:

Judge William B. Rodman's anecdote about an Italian officer seeking the Italian Embassy and a confusing travel advertisement in the NEW YORK TIMES are examples of lighter moments that arise when Washington, N.C. is mistaken for Washington, D.C.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p13-14, por

Subject(s):

Rodman, William Blount, 1817-1893; Washington (N.C.)--History--Anecdotes

Record #:

2142

Author(s):

Orvedahl, Ginny

Abstract:

Visitors to historic Halifax, founded in Halifax County in 1760 and site of the Halifax Resolves signing, find quiet, informative tours with no lines or fees. Currently seven restored historic structures sit on the 40-acre town historic site.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p22-23, il

Subject(s):

Historic Halifax State Historic Site; Historic sites--Halifax; Halifax--Buildings, structures, etc.; Halifax--Description and travel

Record #:

2143

Author(s):

Timblin, Carol

Abstract:

Living conditions, including moderate climate, low crime and taxes, affordable housing, and a high quality of life, are attracting many out-of-state retirees to coastal areas like Topsail Island, the Wilmington area, and the Crystal Coast.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p24-28, il

Subject(s):

Retirees; North Carolina--Description and travel; Retirement, Places of--North Carolina--Atlantic coast

Record #:

2145

Author(s):

O'Neal, Donna Brewer

Abstract:

Born in China in 1866, reared in North Carolina, and educated at Trinity College, Charlie Soong returned to China as a missionary, published a Chinese translation of the Bible, and was a major supporter of Sun Yat Sen's revolution.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p32, por

Subject(s):

Soong, Charlie Jones, 1863-1918; Trinity College; Missionaries--China

Record #:

2146

Author(s):

Peck, Andrea Downing

Abstract:

During World War II, Colonel Robert K. Morgan of Asheville was the pilot of the Memphis Belle, the first American bomber to safely complete twenty-five missions over Europe between November, 1942 and May, 1943.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p33-34, il

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--World War, 1939-1945--Aerial operations

Record #:

2147

Author(s):

Koontz, John H.

Abstract:

Forest Mendenhall, founder of the Mendenhall School of Auctioneering in High Point, has graduated hundreds of first-rate auctioneers over the past thirty-three years.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 9, Feb 1995, p29-31, il

Subject(s):

Mendenhall, Forrest; Mendenhall School of Auctioneering (High Point); Auctioneers

Record #:

2172

Author(s):

Turnage, Sheila

Abstract:

When David A. Stallman began researching Topsail Island's history, he uncovered a well-kept military secret. Between 1946 and 1948, the island was a test site for Operation Bumblebee, the Navy's project to develop a supersonic surface-to-air missile.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p33-36, il

Subject(s):

Stallman, David A.; Topsail Island--History; Guided missiles--Topsail Island; United States. Navy--History

Record #:

2173

Author(s):

Smith, Scott

Abstract:

Carol Timblin, a Charlotte writer, is the author of BEST PLACES TO STAY IN THE SOUTH, a review of over 300 inns, 85 percent of which have been visited by the author.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p44, il, por

Subject(s):

Bed and breakfast accommodations; Timblin, Carol; Hotels, taverns, etc.

Record #:

2174

Author(s):

Hause, Eric

Abstract:

In following the Intracoastal Waterway through eastern North Carolina, boaters have a choice of three routes and a number of interesting stops. Beaufort, Oriental, and Cape Lookout lay along the 450 miles of rivers, sounds, creeks, and manmade canals.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p25-29, il

Subject(s):

Boats and boating; Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway

Record #:

2175

Author(s):

Smith, Scott

Abstract:

The barrier island of Topsail is divided between Onslow and Pender Counties with Surf City, the commercial hub, located in the island's center. Two factors, a lack of commercialization and environmental preservation, attract vacationers to the island.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p30-32, il

Subject(s):

Tourist trade--Topsail Island; Topsail Island--Description and travel

Record #:

2197

Author(s):

Smith, Scott

Abstract:

Smithville, founded in 1792, changed its name to Southport in 1889 because it was the state's southernmost port. Originally a fishing village, the Brunswick County community now attracts many tourists and retirees.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p10, il

Subject(s):

Southport--Description and travel

Record #:

2198

Author(s):

Arthur, Billy

Abstract:

In late 1825, during a six-month tour of the U.S., the Marquis de Lafayette visited Murfreesboro, Raleigh, and Fayetteville, the first American town named for him. He was given a hero's welcome for his service during the Revolutionary War.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p13-14, por

Subject(s):

Fayetteville--History--Anecdotes; La Fayette, marquis de, 1757-1834

Record #:

2199

Author(s):

Timblin, Carol

Abstract:

Several of the state's coastal inns, including The Docksiders Inn at Kure Beach and The Tranquil House Inn at Manteo, are known for the outstanding service they provide.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 62 Issue 10, Mar 1995, p17-20, il

Subject(s):

Hotels, taverns, etc.