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Watauga Democrat

Location

Boone, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1923

Page

6

Blowing Rock’s Scenic Splendor Draws Admirers

A description of Blowing Rock and Grandfather mountain region highlights dramatic vistas. The piece extols elevated views two miles above sea level, cloud effects, waterfalls, and the "Lonesome Trail" with vivid, poetic language and enduring admiration for the area's natural wonders.

America Grandfather Mountain Heaven Ossa Olympus Pelion Osh Eory Mounains

Blowing Rock offered rock and country beauty in 1923

The article extols Blowing Rock and surrounding scenery as unmatched in beauty and healthful mountain air. It highlights Daniel Boone Outdoor Club praise and notes Mayview Park and Mayview Manor as major local attractions amid hotels golf and amusements.

Watauga Democrat Daniel Boone Outdoor Club Blowing Rock Mayview Park Mayview Manor Daniel Boone Park

Blowing Rock Plans 600 Acre Daniel Boone Outdoor Club

Promoter W L Alexander buys 600 acres in Blowing Rock to create a Daniel Boone Outdoor Club. A dam floods 100 acres to form a two mile lake with fishing boating and bathing. An 18 hole golf course will be added with 400 members at 500 per share, total project cost about 200000.

Blowing Rock Daniel Boone Outdoor Club W. L. Alexander Mayview Park Blue Ridge Mountains Organ? Ia Club

Deer Hunt Continued From Page Three

Fragmentary text notes a deer hunt account continuing from page three. The snippet mentions travel to camp at night and fatigue hindering sleep without rocking. No clear names, dates, or locations are readable.

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