This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, this was the judging of animals which were entered in the 36th Annual McDowell County 4-H and Youth Livestock Show. The event was held at the McDowell Agriculture Center. In this photo, Jim Butler, a 4-H Livestock Extension Specialist, takes a look at beef entered by (left to right) Marty Smith, Greg Anderson and Amelia Taylor in the fitting and showing over a year and under two years class.
Forty-four years ago this week, approximately 40 dogs were entered in the McDowell Agriculture Supply & Hardware’s first annual Dog Contest. Lisa Stamey’s dog Benji (pictured) was chosen as the Ugliest Dog in McDowell County. Other awards were given for the Smallest Dog, the Biggest Dog and the Most Obedient Dog.
Forty-four years ago this week, McDowell County school buses were getting ready to roll when students returned to the classrooms later in the month. Teachers were scheduled to report for work on Aug. 16 and the first day of school for students would be Aug. 23.
Forty-four years ago this week, this old bridge could still be found crossing over Lake James. A new concrete bridge was constructed the year before at the lake.
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, this was the post office for Nebo. In 1850, David McGalliard became Nebo’s first postmaster. In 1982, Carlene Bailey held that position.
Forty-four years ago this week, McDowell Twin Cinemas presented movies for younger audiences as well as for more mature audiences.
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, Rotary’s District Governor Aaron Hyatt (right) was welcomed by McDowell Rotary Club President Larry Cline (center) and Past District Governor Con Bost (left).
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, these were the members of the Marion Kiwanis team. They were (front row, left to right) Jeff Parker, Wade Tate, Rick Laney, Earl Brown, Bo Cooper and (back row, left to right) Gene Hollifield, Scott Smith, Keith Austin, Richard Seagle, Mike Morgan, Chris Sagle and Boyd Arrowood.
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, these were the members of the East Marion Sr. League Boys team. They were (first row, left to right) Alvin Gilliland, Steve Nunnally, Bobby Revis, Chris Rabb, Jamie Wyatt, Steve Hitt, (second row, left to right) John Minnish, Danny Gentry, Tommy Hollifield, Bobby Smith, David Cauthen, and (back row, left to right) Joey Pearson, Barry McPeters, Charles Revis and Steve Minish.
Forty-four years ago this week, Carroll Baldwin Hall in East Marion was demolished to make way for a parking lot. For many years, the hall served as the recreation and activity center for the East Marion community. The hall was named after the founder of Marion Manufacturing Co. and contained an indoor swimming pool, a gymnasium, two bowling alleys and a library. Carroll Baldwin Hall was intended for the Marion Manufacturing employees and their families to use and it became the centerpiece of East Marion. In this photo, Wilton Carter, who was the hall’s director for many years, takes a last look at the building before its demolition.
During the week of Aug. 4, 1982, awards were presented at the Marion Community Building to the winners of the 36th Annual McDowell County 4-H and Youth Livestock Show. The awards were presented by Associate Agricultural Agent Mario DeLuca (back) to the winners (kneeling, left to right) Marty Smith and Keith Cook and (standing, left to right) Mark Stubbs, Tim Henson, Amelia Taylor, Greg Anderson and Edwin Spivey.
Forty-four years ago this week, approximately 40 dogs were entered in the McDowell Agriculture Supply & Hardware’s first annual Dog Contest. Barbara Nolte’s St. Bernard named Teddy (pictured) won the Biggest Dog in McDowell County Award. Other awards were given for the Smallest Dog, the Ugliest Dog and the Most Obedient Dog.
Most Popular
This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines the McDowell News archives for what was going on this week in local history.
This feature mines our archives for what was going on this week in local history.
