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31409
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In December 1936, under Federal compulsion, North Carolina passed a far reaching bill to provide that taxes be levied on the payrolls of state employers, and benefits put into a reserve fund for the unemployed. A new federal bill, HR 8282, proposes to federalize such programs and put them in the hands of the Labor Department and do away with experience rating and provide that employers pay nearly triple the current rate.
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31410
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North Carolina is experience a great surge of industrial growth, and one that is expected to continue at a rapid pace for the next several years. With the trend toward industrial development, interest has been increasing in labor-management relations. One effective means has been the enforcement of a National Labor Relations Act and the National Labor Relations Board as a means of reducing obstructions to interstate commerce.
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31411
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In Great Britain, the Religious Society of Friends originally faced unanimous hostility from the ruling classes and persecuted by the established church. However, early Quakers went their quiet ways and flourished in the time of the industrial revolution and expanding world commerce. With a freedom of trade and voluntary efforts and funds, Quakers thrived in the new America, a legacy that continues in the current United States.
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31412
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The penetrating odor surrounding the dockside plants and warehouses at Beaufort, North Carolina is a combination of menhaden and money. Harvesting and processing of menhaden is a large-scale enterprise and accounts for 60% of the annual commercial catch in the U.S. Along the North Carolina coast, menhaden industries represent a total investment of more than $80 million and an annual gross product over $8 million with over 1200 engaged in the business during peak fishing season.
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31413
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North Carolina is the home of considerably abundant water resources, including several substantial watersheds across the state. With increasing use of these resources for industry and growing populations, the state has become increasingly aware of the need to carry out careful management of its water resources.
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31414
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For generations, the textile industry has been a bulwark in North Carolina's economy. As it continues to grow, it continues to be a major factor in the development of the state. North Carolina leads the nation in production of textile products, up a total of 52 new textile plants in just one year.
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31415
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It is estimated that 100,000 laying hens will create an estimated $1.3 million worth of business annually. But with over 11 million laying hens in North Carolina, income from eggs, feed, electricity, and packaging is estimated to be over $140 million annually.
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31417
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The people of eastern North Carolina look to East Carolina College, the state's fastest growing and third largest public institution, to bring about better understanding between the urban and rural segments of society. East Carolina College is poised to be a leading state university, already organized into six schools and in the fall enrolling the largest freshman class in North Carolina college/university history.
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31421
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As the last stand of the armed resistance of the Tuscarora Indian Nation in North Carolina, Fort Nohoroco raged in battle for four days before resistance ceased. The battle at Fort Nohoroco brought an end to the Tuscarora War which raged for a year and half in eastern North Carolina.
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We the People of North Carolina
(NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 23 Issue 7, December 1965,
p15-18, 30, il, map
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31425
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North Carolina is being watched more closely these days by politicians to pick up ideas about 1966 and 1968 General Election trends. Recently, the Republican Party has been on top and is slated to take another leap forward, potentially winning the Governorship and other high state-level offices.
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31427
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New Congressional Districts have been set up by the North Carolina General Assembly. The eleven districts vary in population from 377,000 to almost 450,000, and varying ratios of Democratic and Republican voters.
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31431
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In 1711, North Carolina's non-Indian population was only 9500 comprised mostly of German Palatines and Swiss settlers who had arrived to establish a colony on the Trent and Neuse Rivers. The settlers made good progress near New Bern until the Tuscarora Massacre in September 1711. New Bern lay under siege for twenty-two weeks.
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31432
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The North Carolina Citizens Association is celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary of service to the state. Throughout its career, the NCCA has garnered respect and trust among business leaders, professional leaders and statesmen. The organization took shape during the Great Depression, providing counsel for business, education, professions, agriculture, and government. Now the NCCA keeps growing, promoting a prosperous state economy and progressive state.
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31433
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Many National Park Service campgrounds and picnic areas in North Carolina continue to remain available for free public use. Additionally, three North Carolina National Forests charge only moderate fees to individuals at designated recreation areas, while there is no admission charge to any National or state park with the exception of Fort Raleigh National Historic Site at Manteo.
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31434
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Ferry service on the Cape Fear River, connecting Southport and Fort Fisher, was inaugurated in February by the North Carolina State Highway Commission. The ferry substitutes for the 51 mile drive between Fort Fisher on the southeastern coast and Southport. The ferry can also be used in combination with the state and federal highways for a loop trip touching points of interest.
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