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HILL'S EDENTON (CHOWAN COUNTY, N. C.) CITY DIRECTORY 1962
Containing an Alphabetical Directory of Business Concerns and Pri- vate Citizens, Including Rural Route Residents, a Directory of Householders, Occupants of Office Buildings and Other Busi- ness Places, Including a Complete Street and Avenue Guide, a Numerical Telephone Directory and Much Information of a Character; Miscellaneous
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YELLOW PAGES With a Special ADVERTISING SECTION and a Complete CLASSIFIED LIST
FOR CONTENTS SEE INTRODUCTION AND GENERAL INDEX
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INTRODUCTION AND
GENERAL INDEX
HILL DIRECTORY CO., Inc., publishers of Southeastern Directories, (publishers of Edenton City Directory since 1959), present to subscribers and the general public, this, the 1962 edition of the Edenton City Directory, which also includes rural route residents.
Confidence in the growth of Edenton's industry, popula- tion and wealth, and in the advancement of its civic and so- cial activities, will be maintained as sections of this Directory are consulted, for the Directory is a mirror truly reflecting Edenton to the world.
The enviable position occupied by HILL'S Directories in the estimation of the public, has been established by rendering the best in Directory service. With an unrivaled organization, and having had the courteous and hearty cooperation of the business and professional men and residents, the publishers feel that the result of their labors will meet with the approval of every user, and that the Edenton Directory will fulfill its mission as a source of authentic information pertaining to the community.
Four Major Departments
The four major departments are arranged in the following order :-
I. THE YELLOW PAGES constitute the first major de- partment of the Directory. This embraces a complete list of the names and addresses of the business and professional concerns of the city and vicinity, arranged in alphabetical order under appropriate headings-a catalog of all the activ- ities of the city and vicinity. Preceding this catalog, likewise grouped under appropriate headings, are the adver- tisements and business cards of firms and individuals desir- ing to present a more complete list of their products or serv- ices than is possible in the catalog itself. The Yellow Pages represent reference advertising at its best, and merit the at- tention of all buyers and sellers seeking sources of supply or markets for goods. In a progressive community like Edenton, the necessity of having this kind of information up-to-date and always immediately available, is obvious. The Directory is the common intermediary between buyer and seller, and plays an important role in the daily activities of the commercial, indus- trial and professional world.
II. THE ALPHABETICAL LIST OF NAMES of residents and business and professional concerns is the second major department, printed on white paper. This is the only record in existence that aims to show the name, marital status, oc- cupation and address of each adult resident of Edenton and the name, official personnel, nature and address of each firm and corporation in the community.
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III. THE DIRECTORY OF HOUSEHOLDERS, INCLUD- ING STREET AND AVENUE GUIDE, is the third major de- partment, printed on green paper. In this section the num- bered streets are arranged in numerical order, followed by the named streets in alphabetical order; the numbers of the residences and business concerns are arranged in numerical order under the name of each street, and the names of the householders and concerns are placed opposite the numbers. The names of the intersecting streets appear at their respec- tive crossing points on each street. Special features of this section are the designation of tenant-owned homes and the listing of telephone numbers.
IV. THE NUMERICAL TELEPHONE DIRECTORY, is the fourth major department, printed on blue paper.
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INDEX TO ADVERTISERS PAGE NUMBERS LISTED BELOW REFER TO THE YELLOW PAGES
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Ashley Welding & Machine Co
front cover, right top lines and 25 21
Byrum Gift Shop
Byrum Hardware Co Inc. right side lines and 21
Byrum West W Agency Inc .. left top lines and 23
Campen's Jewelers ...... front cover, right top lines and 24
Charlton's Funeral Home right side lines and 20
Coastland Oil Co back cover and 17 Colonial 'Motor Co of Edenton Inc
front cover, right bottom lines and 5
Colonial Upholstery Co right side lines and 32
Edenton Auto Parts
right top lines and 6
Forehand R Elton Agency right top lines, 23 and 27
Hill Directory Co Inc
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Hollowell's
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Home Feed & Fertilizer Co Inc
right side lines, A and 15
Jackson's Radio & TV Service .... right side lines and 31
Leary Bros Storage Co. right side lines and 16
Mills 'Plumbing & Heating right side lines and 27
Mitchener's Pharmacy front cover and 14
Nu-Curl Beauty Shop right side lines and 10 Parrish Ralph E Inc
front cover, left top and bottom lines, 2 and 4
Peoples Bank & Trust Co
front cover, right top lines, 8 and
9 Peoples Bank & Trust Co Consumer Credit Branch front cover, right top lines, 8 and 9
Perry's "Bill" Texaco Service front cover and 29
Robin's Motel Restaurant left side lines and 26
Rowson-Blair Funeral Home right side lines and 18
Sawyer's Sunoco Service right top lines and 30 Twiddy Insurance & Real Estate Co Inc 28 front cover, left side lines, 11, 22 and
front cover, left top lines, 3 and 19 Williford Funeral Home
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EDENTON "CRADLE OF THE COLONY"
Statistical Review (Courtesy of the Chamber of Commerce)
FORM OF GOVERNMENT-Mayor and six councilmen. In- corporated as town 1722.
POPULATION-Last official U. S. Census report 4,644 (1960). Local estimate at present 5,000. White population males 1,429, females 1,559. Total colored population 1,680. Total number of males in city 2,209, females, 2,459. American born population is 99% of the whole.
AREA-2.5 square miles.
ALTITUDE-17.2 feet above sea level.
CLIMATE-Mean annual temperature 61.2 degrees F .; average annual rainfall 47.4 inches.
PARKS-2 with total of 5 acres, valued at $65,000.
ASSESSED VALUATION-$9,752,000 with $1.00 per $100.00 tax rate.
FINANCIAL DATA-1 bank, with total deposits of $40,522,600 (June 30, 1961); total resources of $45,031,442. (June 30, 1961); 1 Building and Loan Association with total assets of $2,506,652 (July 30, 1960).
POSTAL RECEIPTS-$64,153.22 for year ended 1960.
TELEPHONES IN SERVICE-1,615.
CHURCHES-11, representing 8 denominations.
BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION-81 building permits issued in 1960, valued at $240,920 for new construction; $297,120 alterations and repair.
REAL ESTATE-1,258 homes with about 49.5% owned by oc- cupants.
INDUSTRY-Chief industries of the city and surrounding ter- ritory are manufacturing, agriculture, fishing and lumber- ing. Number of manufacturing establishments, 15, employ- ing 423 people, paying $952,000 annually, and having prod- ucts valued at $1,303,000 annually. Principal manufac- tured products 1960 estimate: 23 manufacturers with 720 employees, paying wages of $1,500,000 annually. Cotton yarn, lumber and wood products, plywood and veneer, can- ned fish and roe, peanut products, aluminum tanks, feed and fertilizer.
TRADE AREA-Retail area has radius of 15 miles and popu- lation of 20,000. Wholesale area has radius of 40 miles and population of 200,000.
NEWSPAPERS-1 weekly.
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RADIO BROADCASTING STATIONS-WCDJ (1,000 watts).
HOTELS-1, with total of 37 rooms.
MOTELS-5, with total of 60 rooms.
RAILROADS-City is served by 1 railroad, freight only, daily service, Norfolk Southern Railway.
BUS LINES-City is served by 1 national line-Trailways.
HIGHWAYS-The following highways run through the city: Ocean Highway, U. S. 17 and State 32.
AIR LINES-No local airline, the nearest 30 miles.
AIRPORTS-1, Municipal.
AUTOMOBILE REGISTRATIONS-1,206.
AMUSEMENTS-Largest auditorium in city seats 1,000 (Ele- mentary School); 2 moving picture theatres, with total seating of 1,084 persons.
HOSPITALS-1, with total of 35 beds.
EDUCATION-4 public schools with 2 senior high schools. 2,549 pupils in public schools. 80 teachers in public schools. Value of public school property $2,014,000.
PUBLIC LIBRARIES-2, with total of 10,400 volumes.
CITY STATISTICS-Total street mileage 14.71, with 12.29 miles paved. Miles of sewers, 20.1; number of water meters, 1,247; light meters 2,008. Capacity of water works 1,000,000 gallons, 21 miles of mains. Fire department has 4 paid men, with 1 station and 5 pieces of motor equipment. Police department has 7 men with 1 station and 2 cruisers. Birth rate 833. (County), death rate 744 (County).
EDENTON AND CHOWAN COUNTY
History
Situated in the northeast coastal area Edenton is noted for its historic charm and beauty, is one of the three oldest communities in North Carolina. Chowan County, smallest in the State, borders on picturesque Chowan River and western Albemarle Sound, with Edenton as its county seat and pro- gressive business center.
Rich in history its citizens played important parts in defy- ing the British Parliament, assisting the Revolutionary forces and launching the new State. During the War Between the States Edenton served as Union headquarters, after Roanoke Island fell.
Settlers came about 1660 and the village was called "ye towne on Queen Ann's Creek" until 1722, when it was incor- porated as Edenton in honor of Royal Governor Charles Eden.
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Because the Governor lived nearby, Edenton was the unoffi- cial capital of the Colony for about 40 years.
Among Edenton's immortals are Joseph Hewes, signer of the Declaration of Independence, Secretary of the Naval Com- mittee and patron of John Paul Jones; Hugh Williamson, sig- ner of the Federal Constitution, James Iredell, Associate Just- ice of the first United States Supreme Court; and Samuel Johnston, early governor and first United States Senator from North Carolina.
The ladies of Edenton made themselves heard by signing resolutions protesting British injustice to the Colonies at the famous Edenton Tea Party on Oct. 25, 1774.
At one time an important port, merchants exported pitch, tar, turpentine, lumber, tobacco, corn and salt meat and fish. While the area today remains primarily agricultural there is a steady increase in diversified industry. Jumbo peanuts make Edenton and Chowan the largest peanut market in the State. Cotton, corn, soybeans, tobacco, early and late truck, canta- lopes and watermelons excel in fertile soil and are shipped to all markets. Hogs, cattle and other livestock are a major source of income.
Because of its proximity to raw products and its assets for pleasant living Edenton attracts industry. Light manu- facturing, enjoying excellent relationships between labor and management, includes cotton mill, lumber and wood products, peanut and fish products, metal fabrication, machine shops, farm equipment.
Blessed with bounteous waters for industry and recrea- tion, good climate, excellent labor, historic and progressive Edenton and Chowan County are ideally situated for recrea- tion, business and industry ... a good place to live, work and enjoy life.
Historic Homes and Buildings
Edenton's town and country homes are nationally known for their colonial authenticity and fine state of preservation. Most serve as private dwellings but some are opened to the public during home tours. Of interest are-Chowan County Courthouse, built in 1767, considered the finest Georgian court house in the South; Cupola House, ca. 1725; The Barker House, home of Penelope Barker who presided over Edenton Tea Party in 1774; Iredell House, built 1759, home of James Iredell, Associate Justice of U. S. Supreme Court; Joseph Hewes House, home of signer of Declaration of Independence, Sec- retary of Naval Committee, patron of John Paul Jones; St. Paul's Episcopal Church, erected 1736; Sycamore Plantation, built 1660 by Thomas Norcom, oldest house in the State; Hayes Plantation, begun 1789, distinctive traditional plantation over- looking Edenton Bay; home of Samuel Johnston, early Gov-
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"Chowan County Courthouse, built in 1767, is considered the finest Georgian court house in the South. It has been in con- tinual use since its completion. The second floor assembly room is believed to be the largest panelled room in the col- onies and one of the most beautiful."
ernor and first U. S. Senator from North Carolina; Bandon Plantation, ca. 1790, first mentioned in Hakluyt's English Voy- ages 1585.
Fishing
Chowan River, Albemarle Sound and county creeks are acclaimed by sportsmen for excellent fishing. Waters abound with bluegill (bream), largemouth bass, speckled perch, (crap- pie), striped bass (rockfish), white perch. Open and sheltered waters, truly a fisherman's paradise. Bait, boat rentals, launching ramp, fishing tackle and accessories available. Fish- ing contests sponsored by Chamber of Commerce. Fishing News Bulletin available upon request.
Boating
Favorite pastime, excellent cruising grounds, 35 miles from Inland Waterway. Modern marina, launching ramp, trailer parking area for boating enthusiasts and sportsmen. Protected and open water ideal for all types of boats. Water skiing popular sport. Town dock near stores and supplies. Storage facilities available.
Retail Shopping and Services
Edenton and Chowan County businessmen offer all essen- tial commercial and personal needs. Modern attractive stores
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and service establishments, staffed with friendly personnel, furnish quality merchandise and business services at moder- ate prices. Most trades and professions are represented. Park- ing is never a problem. Edenton is the progressive business center of western Albemarle, easy to reach, pleasant to be in.
Industry
Edenton and Chowan County attract diversified industry because (1) near to sources of supply and raw products-top agricultural crops, timber and pulpwood, fishing grounds; (2) abundant supply of water and electric power; (3) ample supply of workers easily trained for high production at moderate rates; (4) industrial sites on mainline Norfolk Southern Rail- way and U. S. Highway 17 with low tax rates. Trucking and railroad freight facilities to all markets. Edenton Industrial Development Corp. assists manufacturers with financing, sites and buildings. Over 20 industrial firms enjoy area's benefits including cotton yarn, lumber and wood products, veneer, fish products, soft drinks, peanut products, metal fabricating, farm equipment, machine shops, feed and fertilizer.
Agriculture
Chowan County has finest soil in eastern Carolina. Its diversified crops rank high in yield and quality. Peanuts, tobacco, corn, cattle, hogs, sheep, timber are major products. Agricultural storage facilities.
Schools
Excellently administered and high-rated elementary and high schools with nine-month school year. Complete depart- ments in all vocational and extra-curricular activities. Equal facilities for white and colored. High school band highly rated. Football team was State Champions Class A for 2 years- Class AA, 1 year (1960).
Organizations
Edenton's many organizations play an important role in the social and civic life of the community. There are two national service clubs, several women's clubs, veteran and fraternal organizations, church, school, boys and girls groups. There are also numerous county, farm and agricultural groups.
Playgrounds-Recreation
Two playgrounds, one located on U. S. Hwy. 17 in town, frequent stopping place for tourists. 4 tennis courts. Picnic area, swimming facilities, golf, nearby. One motion picture theater, one drive-in showing latest films. Municipal Stadium seats 1,500. Night football and baseball games during season. Hicks Field, one of finest ball parks in area.
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