Tobacco Growers See Strong Year Amid Cotton Decline
North Carolina farmers had one of their best years in 1950 with tobacco sales near 100 million more than 1949 and higher per acre prices. Cotton produção dropped due to poor planting season and boll weevil damage, with yields falling from 447 to 152 pounds and total lint and seed value around 42.5 million dollars.
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Raleigh
U—North Carolina
L. Y. Ballentine
Ballentine
Pecma
Suissa
Burley
Mar Ballentine
Legislature Opens Amid Debate On Statewide Liquor Referendum
Lawmakers confront two bills for a statewide liquor referendum as Governor Scott signals possible tax action. Visitors fill the lobby with former officials and job seekers while the Sir Walter Cabinet social circle grows. News facilities await expansion, delaying new press tables and reporting booths.
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Robert Young
Harnett
Young
Scott
Broughton
Cherry
Reg L. Harris
Person County
Robert M. Gantt
Durham
William Tuck
Raleigh
Louthon
House
Senate
Capital
Rae 1 Depicted Vehicle In Refrigerated Pa Py
A historical clipping shows a Rae 1 depiction of a vehicle linked to a refrigerated pa py scene. The text mentions transport and design notes with limited legible details for the era.
Chenille Bedspread Brightens Bedroom With Floral Swirl
A plush chenille bedspread features a colorful flower center and a deep bullion fringe. It offers fluffy close tufting and a bright array of shades for choice.
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Samuel Hyman
Crystal
China
S. Main ST
Capital Square
Lynn Nisbet
Sir Walter
General Assembly
B. H. Ne
Li Exam Clement
Buncombe
Julia Alexander
Mecklenburg
Carrie McLean
Charles Hutchins
Yancey
Giles W. Cover
Cherokee
Jennie Craven
Susan Ervin
Gertrude
E. L.) McKee
Jackson
Sue Ramsey
R. S.) Feguson
Alexander
Cooper
Alice Edwards
Rae
Yale
God of
Memphis
Homemakers
Mills
Penney
Plains AM
Rence
Sorority’ Rayons
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