Record #:

10098

Author(s):

Thomas, John G.

Abstract:

Thomas discusses the history of Wilson's Tobacco Festival, which was suspended during the war years, beginning in 1942. Between 75,000 to 100,000 people attended from all parts of the country. Planners hope to resume the festival in 1947.

Source:

We the People of North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 3 Issue 10, Feb 1946, p29-30, il

Subject(s):

Tobacco; Festivals--Wilson