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)

Record #:

1203

Author(s):

Arthur, Billy

Abstract:

Although outgunned and outmanned, North Carolina's formidable ironclad, the Albemarle, won four crucial engagements to help southern forces recapture Plymouth late in the Civil War.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p15-18, il

Subject(s):

ALBEMARLE (Ship); North Carolina--History--Civil War, 1861-1865--Naval operations

Record #:

1204

Author(s):

Williams, Robert L.

Abstract:

When the National Textile Workers' Union targeted McDowell County for a revolt, one of the bloodiest conflicts ever to hit the mountains became reality in October of 1929 in Marion.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p19-21, por

Subject(s):

Trade-unions--Textile workers; Labor disputes--Marion

Record #:

1205

Author(s):

Dumbell, Jim

Abstract:

The late fall season on the back roads of North Carolina's mountains offers the pure mountain travel experience at its best.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p22-25, por

Subject(s):

Rural roads; Appalachian Mountains--Description and travel

Record #:

1206

Author(s):

Carpenter, Jill

Abstract:

The northern Outer Banks community of Duck, on Currituck Sound, is a haven of tourism and the home of a famous landmark, Currituck Beach Lighthouse.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p26-29, por

Subject(s):

Duck (N.C.); Currituck Beach Lighthouse

Record #:

1207

Author(s):

Whitfield, Pam

Abstract:

The poultry industry in North Carolina ranks No. 1 in the United States in turkey production; the annual North Carolina Turkey Festival held every September in Raeford promotes and celebrates the poultry industry.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p30-32, por

Subject(s):

North Carolina Turkey Festival; Raeford--Festivals, etc.; Poultry industry

Record #:

1208

Author(s):

Hodge, Alan

Abstract:

Uwharrie National Forest occupies parts of Montgomery, Randolph, and Davidson Counties, and offers hunting, boating, hiking, camping, and fishing galore to nature lovers.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p34-36, por

Subject(s):

Uwharrie National Forest; National parks and reserves

Record #:

1209

Author(s):

Hunter, Elizabeth

Abstract:

The Overmountain Victory Trail Celebration in Spruce Pine honors a band of Southern patriots who won a key battle at King's Mountain during the Revolution.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p37-39, por

Subject(s):

Overmountain Victory Trail Celebration; Spruce Pine--History; Kings Mountain, Battle of, N.C., 1780

Record #:

1210

Author(s):

Bradsher, Bethany

Abstract:

Lois Smith has been editor of the Bessemer City Record for the past 35 years.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 61 Issue 4, Sept 1993, p44-45, por

Subject(s):

Smith, Lois; Bessemer City Record