Record #:

14601

Author(s):

Goerch, Carl

Abstract:

A post-war Fort Bragg differed greatly from a pre-World War II fort. During worldwide conflict approximately 100,000 men were stationed there but in 1946 a mere 30,000 soldiers still occupied the fort. Reduction in troop numbers also led to changes in base infrastructure. Reductions led to repurposing fort facilities during peaceful post-war years which included expanding weapons testing acreage.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 19, Oct 1946, p3, 20-21, il

Subject(s):

Fort Bragg--History

Record #:

14603

Author(s):

Thomas, John G.

Abstract:

Mustard and Gravy were once a famous comedic radio duo from Wilson. Their radio program, a staple of Wilson running during the 1930s and 1940s, caught the ear of Smiley Burnette a western comedian with Columbia Pictures. Burnette offered Mustard, Frank Rice, and Gravy, Ernest Stokes, a contract to film two movies, \"Blue Prairie\" and second untitled.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 19, Oct 1946, p6, il

Subject(s):

Radio broadcasters