Record #:

854

Author(s):

Phelps, Shirleyan Beacham

Abstract:

Primitive Baptists, characterized by strict adherence to conservative Baptist principles, were once a defining force in North Carolina. However, the denomination is slowly disintegrating and is on the verge of extinction.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 6, Nov 1992, p20-22, il

Subject(s):

Primitive Baptists

Record #:

855

Author(s):

Mitchell, Tucker

Abstract:

Cheerwine, Salisbury's cherry soda with a kick, is celebrating its 75th year as North Carolina's unofficial state soft drink.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 6, Nov 1992, p23-25, il

Subject(s):

Cheerwine (Soft drink); Carolina Beverage Corp. (Salisbury)

Record #:

856

Author(s):

Rufa, Robert H.

Abstract:

Western NC has many spots where tourists can enjoy Nordic (cross-country) snow skiing.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 6, Nov 1992, p26-27, il

Subject(s):

Skis and skiing

Record #:

857

Author(s):

Waldrup, Robert A.

Abstract:

Hugh Morton is a conservationist and a photographer of Grandfather Mountain.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 6, Nov 1992, p30-32, por

Subject(s):

Grandfather Mountain; Conservationists; Morton, Hugh MacRae, 1921-2006

Record #:

858

Author(s):

Wall, Al

Abstract:

Anson County native Fisher Hendley was a country music star of the 1930s.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 6, Nov 1992, p32-34, il, por

Subject(s):

Hendley, Fisher, 1891-1963; Musicians

Record #:

879

Author(s):

Phelps, Shirleyan Beacham

Abstract:

The Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge's open house in December is a great chance for people to rediscover nature and small \"critters\" of all kinds.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 7, Dec 1992, p22-24, il

Subject(s):

Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge; Wildlife refuges--Hyde County

Record #:

880

Author(s):

Woldrup, Robert A.

Abstract:

Fields of the Wood is a Bible-related theme park near Murphy.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 7, Dec 1992, p26-28, il

Subject(s):

Fields of the Wood Bible Park (Murphy)

Record #:

881

Author(s):

Padgett, Mary Jo

Abstract:

The Smith-McDowell House in Asheville opens its doors for a Christmas celebration and an intimate look at Asheville's Victorian heritage.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 7, Dec 1992, p16-19, il

Subject(s):

Smith-McDowell House (Asheville); Historic buildings--Asheville

Record #:

882

Author(s):

Huffman, Steve

Abstract:

Bear Creek resident Berta Lou Scott is the owner of the Southern Supreme Nutty Fruitcake Company.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 7, Dec 1992, p20-21, il, por

Subject(s):

Women in business; Scott, Berta Lou; Southern Supreme Nutty Fruitcake Co. (Bear Creek)

Record #:

935

Author(s):

Bruney, Sandra

Abstract:

The town of White Store was the former social and economic hub of Anson County.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 9, Feb 1993, p14-16, por

Subject(s):

Anson County--History; White Store (Anson County)

Record #:

936

Author(s):

Hunter, Elizabeth

Abstract:

The Stroup Hobby Shop is a family operated clockmaking shop in Spruce Pine, North Carolina.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 9, Feb 1993, p17-19, por

Subject(s):

Spruce Pine; Clock and watch making--Spruce Pine; Stroup Hobby Shop (Spruce Pine)

Record #:

937

Author(s):

Whitfield, Pam

Abstract:

Whitfield hosts a tour of the Humphrey-Williams-Smith Plantation, located in Robeson County.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 9, Feb 1993, p24-27, il, por, f

Subject(s):

Plantations--Robeson County; Humphrey-Williams-Smith Plantation (Robeson County)

Record #:

938

Author(s):

Talbert, Malissa

Abstract:

The Scottish Heritage Center of St. Andrews Presbyterian College is helping to preserve the rich heritage of Scotland County.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 9, Feb 1993, p28-30, por

Subject(s):

Scottish Americans; Scotland County--Social life and customs; St. Andrews Presbyterian College--Scottish Heritage Center

Record #:

939

Author(s):

Hodge, Alan

Abstract:

The Confederate Navy Yard in Charlotte operated for three years during the American Civil War.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 9, Feb 1993, p32-34, por

Subject(s):

Confederate States of America--History, Naval; Shipyards--Charlotte; Charlotte--History

Record #:

983

Author(s):

Waldrup, Robert A.

Abstract:

Waldrup profiles several of the Brunswick coast beach towns, including Southport, Holden Beach, Calabash, and Sunset Beach.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 60 Issue 10, Mar 1993, p16-23, por

Subject(s):

Beaches--Brunswick County; Brunswick County--Recreational activities