Record #:

14643

Author(s):

Carraway, Gertrude

Abstract:

Many owners of private boats turned them over to the Government shortly after the outbreak of the war. These boats have rendered effective service in keeping watch along the coast.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 3, June 1944, p1, 24, 26, f

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--World War, 1939-1945--Naval operations; Patrol--Coastal

Record #:

14645

Author(s):

Abernethy, Edgar

Abstract:

The various dams, such as the Mountain Island Waterpower Station, along the course of the Catawba River were built primarily for the purpose of generating power, but they also have been of tremendous aid in helping control the floods in that area from the often heavy rains.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 3, June 1944, p4-5, 21, f

Subject(s):

Catawba River; Dams--Catawba River

Record #:

14646

Author(s):

Miller, Mrs. Sudie P.

Abstract:

This article details the industrial and agricultural changes happening in Pender County.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 3, June 1944, p16-21, il, f

Subject(s):

Pender County--Economic conditions; Industry--Pender County; Agriculture--Pender County

Record #:

20309

Author(s):

Miller, Mrs. Sudie P.

Abstract:

Agriculture, lumbering, fishing, small scale manufacturing, and defense work in nearby industries make up the chief sources of income for residents of the county. Miller describes some of the county towns, such as Penderlea and Burgaw, farm production, and defense work.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 12 Issue 3, June 1944, p16-21, il

Subject(s):

Pender County--Industry and agriculture