Record #:

12908

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

Established in 1784 from a plot of land sectioned from Duplin County, Sampson County became the state's largest county. Encompassing 963 square miles, Sampson is ranked fourth in the state regarding farm income. Known for corn, cotton, and tobacco production, Sampson generates over $36 million dollars annually from agricultural yields. Initially inhabited by the Lumbee Native Americans, the region was settled by Europeans during the mid-18th century.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 28 Issue 23, Apr 1961, p8-10, 28, 30, 32, il

Subject(s):

Sampson County--Economic conditions; Sampson County--History