These are older photos from around Cabarrus County. If you have photos you would like to share send them to mplemmons@independenttribune.com. This collection is regularly updated.
Gas station
In 1962 there was a Gulf Station directly behind Hotel Concord. As you can see gas prices were much lower then - 29 cents a gallon. Later there was a bank drive-through teller and even later an ATM. This another of photos from the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Buffalo Ranch
The Buffalo Ranch on N.C. 49 once had the largest herd of buffalo east of the Mississippi River. Lawson Bonds took this photo of the ranch in 1958 for the chamber of commerce. It was one of the many photos found at the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Cannon Mills Packing Room
This is the Cannon Mills Packing Room in the late 1930s. In the pictures are: front from left Hugh Johnson, Wade Deal and Clay Stuart; and back row, Sam Cowsor, Jack Harrington, Bane Herman and Mrs. Ray White. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Downtown Concord 1953
Downtown Concord looked a lot different in 1953 when Lawson Bonds took this photo. It is looking north on Union Street. The current Cabarrus County Courthouse stands where building the right was. It appears all of the businesses are different today.The photo is one of thousands found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studios. Courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
House identified
When was the last time you saw a horse and buggy at home in Concord? This photo is another from the treasure trove found at the old Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Scott Eury recognized this house as Depot Street (now Cabarrus Avenue). Eury said this appears to be where Larry Hancock lives at the corner of Georgia Street and Cabarrus Avenue. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Concord Christmas Parade
Thousands of people lined Union Street in this Concord Christmas Parade photo by Lawson Bonds as the Concord Optimist Club passed. Do you recognize anybody? This is another of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Email any information to mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Cabarrus County Courthouse 1958
In 1958, the Cabarrus County Courthouse, what we now call the old courthouse, served the county's needs. It was completed in 1876. It looks much the same today, thanks to preservation efforts. The trees were much smaller back then. The current courthouse was built in the 1970s and a new version of the county house is currently in the works. Lawson Bonds took this photo for the chamber of commerce. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Mill worker
Lawson Bonds shot this photo of a mill worker in 1958 for the chamber of commerce. It is one of the thousands of photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. If you recognize the lady or know anything about the photo email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Photo studio
In 1943 Healy and Foye Jones operated the photo studio that later became Lawson Bonds' studio and then Oxford Studio. Photographer Mike Anderson now has his studio and office in the historic downtown Concord building. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
1961 Kannapolis Christmas Parade
This picture, taken in 1961, brings back memories of simplier times. Elvis is starring in the movie "Blue Hawaii" at the Gem. The Christmas Lights are strung across the street. The crowd stands at six to eight people deep, lining both sides of the street, trying to figure out what group is fixing to make the turn onto First Street. Santa is near. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Camp Elliott mode at the Y
There is an unbelievable amount of history and memories in this small portion of the lobby at the YMCA. Normally, the pictures of the lobby show the library entrance, rather than looking toward the main desk area. The stairway led to a small chapel on the left and a banquet room on the right. The banquet room could accommodate around 100 people. There were also some small meeting rooms and a kitchen. The upstairs basically had the same floor plan as the main floor. Piano recitals, dances and other activities were held upstairs. Large meetings and banquets were held in the gym. After going to through the door at the stairway, into the hall, you would go to the right to get to the big gym and to the left to get to the little gym. Down the hall was the massage area. At the main desk, you could join the YMCA, reserve a meeting room, etc. To the right of the main desk was a hallway that led to the exit door, the boy's department and to the offices of Mr. Fesperman and Walt Safrit and others. The girls are working on a display for Camp Elliott. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Kannapolis Christmas Parade
The picture of the A. L. Brown Band was taken in 1960. Even though the picture was in black and white, you can still see the lights draped from side to side, in the standard zig zag design, with the lanterns hanging over the center of the street. Finding this picture made me wonder how the 1963 parade was handled. In November 1963, we all remember the tragedy that occurred in the United States. President Kennedy was buried on Monday, November 25th. Most of the stores in the downtown Kannapolis area closed for an hour on that day. The next day was Tuesday, the 26th of November; parade day. Floats and bands went by the stores on Main Street, some still flying flags at half-mast. The parade started at 4:00. Rolling entries started at West Universal and Main and the walking entries joined in at Walker Street. According to the Daily Independent, "thousands" lined the street and Police Detective L. F. Faggart, who was wearing a red coat was mistakenly identified as Santa from a small child. The only other mishap was when a young boy got excited when the real Santa arrived and ran to see him, losing his pants on the way. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
August Jam 1974
Big names and a big crowd were at Charlotte Motor Speedway Aug. 10, 1974 for August Jam. There are many stories to tell from that day and the massive clean-up in the days that followed. The packed speedway concert presented by Kaleidoscope Productions featured The Allman Brothers Band; Emerson Lake and Palmer; Black Oak Arkansas; Marshall Tucker Band; Foghat; and Ozark Mountain Daredevils.The Eagles were scheduled to be there but were a no show. Charlie Isenhour shared this and other photos with us. Were you there and have a story to tell? Let us know.
Cabarrus Memorial Hospital 1958
Cabarrus Memorial Hospital in 1958 from air looked much different than today (called Atrium Health Cabarrus). You can see U.S. 29 and the intersection of Church Street on the bottom of the picture. The country club is on the upper left side. Noticeably absent are I-85 and Carolina Mall, which had not been built. Lawson Bonds took this photo for the chamber of commerce. Courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Concord Steam Bakery 1916
This circa 1916 image is of the Concord Steam Bakery that was located at 80 West Corbin Street near the intersection of Bell Street. The bakery was said to be one of the most modern in North Carolina. Business proprietors were Thomas P. Hopkins and G. T. Barnhardt, who was with the business at its beginning around 1900. The plant was equipped with mixers, moulders, dividers, and cake machinery, all perfectly clean and sanitary throughout. The ovens were the latest in scientific construction and produced the most delightful products imaginable. The leading brand of bread was known as ‘Mothers’ and was wrapped in wax paper directly as it came from the oven. The bakery could produce 35,000 loaves of clean, pure, and sanitary bread daily. The bakery was also known for its high grade of cakes and pastries. Deliveries were made by motor vehicle and visitors were always welcome to see the plant operations. This image is among the many historic photographs being found in the previous photography studios of Roberts/ Bonds/Oxford in Downtown Concord. Courtesy of Jim Ramseur and Michael Anderson Photography
Newspaper man identified
Bill Workman, shown here and identified by Scott Eury, was a reporter and editor for The Daily Independent in Kannapolis for many decades. This is one of several photos found by the Kannapolis History Associates from the newspaper. The Independent later merged with The Concord Tribune to become The Independent Tribune. Workman was known to type furiously at his typewriter and occasionally hit the return so hard that the carriage would fly off into the floor. He would grab it and go right back to work on his story. Even after his retirement, Workman wrote a weekly column for the paper, but in the later years using a computer. He could still pound the keys. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Concord Christmas Parade
Lawson Bonds took this photo of the Concord Christmas Parade many years ago. Beyond the tractor-pulled float you can see Sears, right beside Neta's. The photo is one of many found in the Lawson Bonds-Oxford Studio. If you recognize anybody in the photo let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Downtown Kannapolis
We mistakenly identified this photo in Friday's paper. it is actually Downtown Kannapolis. Montgomery Ward and F.L. Smith Drug Company are shown here in this photo of downtown Kannapolis from days gone by. The Dale Earnhardt statue now occupies the site where the Montgomery Ward building is shown. Many doctors, dentists and professionals occupied the upstairs offices. It is one of many classic photos from the Lawson Bonds Studio. If you have any information about the photo or businesses shown, let us know. Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
J.W. Cannon High 1934
Construction of the J. W. Cannon High School was completed in 1924. There were 21 students in the first graduating class. The students first attended classes in January 1925. A fire on January 5, 1934, destroyed the building. The following is a quote from Edith Whitley, taken from The Senior Blaze. "In January, we were again filled with sorrow when one afternoon the building which we had come to love as our school home went up in flames. Our magazine, "The Senior Blaze", was named in memory of the old building. " The school was rebuilt on the same location and again burned in 1982. It was not rebuilt after the second fire destroyed the building. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
The Tastee Freez
This picture taken in 1953 was of The Tastee Freez, located on North Cannon Boulevard at East 16th Street, which is now What A burger #1. The tractor is grading the road bed for the North Lane of Cannon Boulevard. Picture donated by Ralph Deal FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Concord 9th grade 1911
The late Robert D. "Bob" Raiford gave Alex Porter this copy of a photo of the Concord High School ninth grade from 1911. #11 was Willie Gillon, Porter's grandmother and #23 was Kathryn Crowell was Raiford's grandmother. They were fast friends all of their lives. Gillon married Charles Porter and Crowell married P. B. "Peeb" Raiford. Both families lived on Washington Lane beginning in the 1930s and their families are still there today. Other pictured are back row from left, Willie Corzine, Walter Furr, Leslie Correll, Willie Ross, Blanche Boger, Ponza Cline, Watson Smoot, Fred Bell and Karl Furr; second row from back, Paul Ritchie, Gillon, Annie Cline, Dessa Phillips, Professor A.S. Webb, superintendent of schools, Lodemia Leezer, Nellie Dry, Lethia Bruton and Robert Fisher; third row from back, Florence Graeber, Jessie Willeford, Nannie Fisher, Margaret Caldwell, Crowell, Ethel Lippard, Beulah Walters, and Ida Sides; and front row, Andrew Crowell, Neil Goodson, Herman Wolfe, James Sappenfield, Joe Hendrix and Ernest Norman. Amy J. Stevens was the teacher.
Kannapolis Drug
Kannapolis Drug opened for business in Kannapolis in 1916 on South Main Street. Query Brothers opened in 1920. Both companies were listed in the 1983 Kannapolis City Directory and neither was listed in the 1984 Directory. The addreses shown were 124 South Main for Query's and 128 S. Main for Kannapolis Drug. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Hauling hay
The Clines pause for breather after loading the trailer with hay on the family farm on Miami Church Road. Pictured are Dale Cline, from left, who would later become editor of The Concord Tribune/Independent Tribune, Vance Cline and Craig Cline. Gladys Cline took the photo. As you can see from date stamp on the right border, it was 50 years ago.
Horse and buggy
When was the last time you saw a horse and buggy at home in Concord? This photo is another from the treasure trove found at the old Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Scott Eury recognized this house as Depot Street (now Cabarrus Avenue). Eury said this appears to be where Larry Hancock lives at the corner of Georgia Street and Cabarrus Avenue. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Singing at WEGO
WEGO-AM 1410 used to have its studios on U.S. 29. The transmitter tower is there now. It was not uncommon in the early days of the station for singing groups, such as this one, to perform live in studio. Do you recognize anyone in this postcard? If so email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Postcard courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Dixie Theater
The picture, taken in 1943, is of the Dixie Theater. It was located on South Main Street. The building was later housed by The Table Supply. The Dixie opened in June of 1939 and closed in 1957. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Deal's Esso 1951
This is a photo of Deal's Esso in 1951. It was located at 1507 N. Cannon Boulevard. It was an Ice Cream Stand and then became The Pub. Jay Deal is on the left and Dan Boone is on the right. Mr. Boone worked at Deal's service station while going to Cataba College. Mr. Boone later became a teacher at A. L. Brown. The picture donated by Ralph Deal. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
U.S. Post Office lobby
This photo from Simpson Studio shows the lobby of theold U.S. Post Office in downtown Concord. At the time work was being done on an addition to the building. A note on the back of the photo said, "View showing exact condition of work in lobby September 30, 1940." The contractor for the project was Barger Brothers. Photo courtesy of Joseph Beasley
Downtown Concord
This is another of the Lawson Bonds photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Bonds is apparently experimenting with light trails, seen here in the middle of Union Street. This was done without today's high-tech equipment and much more difficult to do. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Football at Webb Field
This is another find from the old Lawson Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. It appears to be at Webb Field, behind the old Concord High School (now the Glenn Center) which can be seen in the upper left of the photo. Do you recognize anybody? Let us know. Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Woodrow Wilson School 1946
This picture dated April 25, 1946, was of the Woodrow Wilson 8th Grade Class, taught by Miss Austin. There are 39 Students. Shown in the picture are: Bobby Alexander, Ronnie Brooks, Charles Carter, James Christnbury, Jimmy Eudy, Jimmy Pethel, Louise McCombs, Bethel Hyde, Billy Helms, Keith Hart, Charles Houlshouser, Bobby Fox, Harold Price, David Price, L. M. Ruff, Charles Richardson, Fletcher Robbins, Ralph Sherrill, Donald McDaniel, Peggy Christy, Helen, Frances Woodard, Ruby Hampton, Joan Smith, Joyce Osborne, Anita Rodney, Willine Basset, Evelyn Goble, Frances Cavin, Betty Bost, Winnona B.(last name missing), Marian Davis, Mary, Willie Lea Little, Rachal Brady, Margaret Philyaw, Virginia Roberts, Mary Belle S.(last name missing), and Kathryn H. (last name missing). FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Concord Christmas Parade
Thousands of people lined Union Street in this Concord Christmas Parade photo by Lawson Bonds as the Concord Optimist Club passed. Do you recognize anybody? This is another of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Email any information to mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
St. James Lutheran Church
An excited crowd gathered outside St. James Lutheran Church on Union Street June 13, 1943 as the congregation burned the bank note, signifying the loan was paid for construction of the building. The headline in the The Concord Tribune said, "All Debt on Church Has Been Paid; President of Synod Present." St. James was founded in 1843 and is celebrating its 175th Anniversary this year. Photo courtesy of Joseph Beasley
St. James bells
The bells of St. James Lutheran Church are displayed before they were installed at the Downtown Concord church. For decades the bells have chimed on the hour and half hour. Photo courtesy of Joseph Beasley/St. James Lutheran
Christmas Parade float
The Crusaders and Pioneers in the Royal Ambassadors entered this float in the Concord Christmas parade in 1974. The theme developed by Mrs. Troutman was "Love Thy Neighbor." The float was made in the Troutman's garage by the RAs. It won first place and the winnings of $75.00 was donated to the Lottie Moon Christmas offering. Seated on the float, back: Jeff McClamrock; front: Benny Allen and Mr. D. H. Hartsell. Courtesy of Margene Troutman and Rose Rummel-Eury.
Winecoff High Marching Band
Recognize anybody here? This is the Winecoff School Marching Band in the Concord Christmas Parade from years gone by. It is another of the Lawson Bonds photo found at the Lawson Bond/Oxford Studios in downtown Concord. The band director (white uniform) was C.L. "Cy" Maulden. If you recognize someone let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Talking on the phone
Do you recognize this man? This is another of The Daily Independent photos from the Kannapolis History Associates. We are trying to identify the people in the photos. We've had some success and will be publish more photos as we get names and more information. If you know this man or recognize someone in the previous photos email mplemmons@independenttribune.com FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Poplar Tent barbecue
The Poplar Tent Presbyterian Church Barbecue is always a big event. Here is a group of Lawson Bonds photos from the barbecue recently found at the old studios in downtown Concord. This year's barbecue is set for Thursday, Nov. 1. Photo Courtesy of Mike Anderson
Concord Milling Company, ca. 1916
This is a circa 1916 photo image of the Concord Milling Company, Inc., which was located at 68 South Crowell Street at the intersection of West Corbin Street. This photo and others were part of a 1916 brochure promoting Concord businesses. This mill manufactured high grade flour, meal, and feed. Brands manufactured included Southern Bell, Golden Grain, White Rose, and Cream of the Carolinas. The company was operated by M. L. Buchanan, a well-known figure, having served as both postmaster and sheriff. G. T. Crowell, founder and builder of the 1892 mill, served as vice president. The photo was recently discovered in the old Lawson Bonds Photography Studio in Downtown Concord now operated by Michael A. Anderson Photography. Courtesy of Mike Anderson and Jim Ramseur
Trampoline demonstration
Bill Fesperman demonstrates trampoline techniques for YMCA onlookers. The photo appeared in the book "Celebrating Cannon Memorial YMCA 100 Years 1908-2008." Do you recognize any of the onlookers? Let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Courtesy of Cannon Memorial YMCA
25th Anniversary
The Cabarrus Genealogy Society celebrated its 25th Anniversary this summer. It is featured in the summer edition of "The Golden Nugget" published by the Historic Cabarrus Association Inc. Pictured are the founding members: seated from left, Guy Beaver, Frances W. Tallent, Carolyn Hayer Scoggins, Larry W. Hayer and Norris Dearmon; and standing, John e. Ferguson Misenheimer II, Havis Claude McDonald Jr., Patricia B. Beck, Janet Morrison, Marie Morrison and Linda S. Herring. Misenheimer wrote an article about the group for "The Golden Nugget". Courtesy of Historic Cabarrus Association Inc.
Mount Pleasant Baptist
Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, April 1912. Raiford Troutman's grandfather, Rev. T.C. Stallings, was one of the church's organizers and one of the first Baptist preachers there. The handwriting on the back of the photo reads, "Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in its beginning. This is the first Baptist church of Mt. Pleasant of which I was a member and was organized by D.P. Harris." Courtesy of Margene Troutman and Rose Rummel-Eury.
1911 map
Carolyn Mecum Pinkerton shared this 1911 map with the Cabarrus Genealogy Society. It shows Stanly County and the eastern side of Cabarrus County along with the edges of Mecklenburg (tiny tip), Union, Anson, Montegomery, Davidson and Rowan counties. Some of the place names are recognizable to today's maps but many others may not be. Some are families, others are mills, churches or other community locations such as stores.Even some of the spellings are different such as Klutts, which is now mostly spelled with a z instead of an s.
Big Harvest
Fred Butler had a bumper crop of sweet potatoes in 1981. Butler grew them at his home on West H Street in Kannapolis. At the time he was a member of the Cannon Mills Plant 1 janitorial force on first shift. The photo appeared in the November, 1981 edition of Cannon News. Courtesy of Kim Cook
Saw-tooth roof
In 1972, Cannon Mills announced plans to remove the saw-tooth roof on Plant One, Mill 6. That roof had been in use for 52 years. The saw-tooth roof, built in 1920, was designed to allow more sunlight to filter through the glass portions of the roof and for more air to circulate during the summer. Mill Six ran along North Main Street and was 576 feet long and 208 feet wide. The photo appeared with a story in The Daily Independent, Aug. 7, 1972. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
The Thrift Store
The picture shows The Thrift Store, located at 104 West Avenue. Charles W. Griffin was the manager for many years, up through 1970. The last year it was listed in the City Directory was 1971, and the store was managed by J. W. Sowder. To the right, you can see the back of the YMCA. In the foreground is Kannapolis Store Co. The picture shows The Thrift Store, located at 104 West Avenue. Charles W. Griffin was the manager for many years, up through 1970. The last year it was listed in the City Directory was 1971, and the store was managed by J. W. Sowder. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
YMCA camp banquet
This picture of the YMCA camp banquet taken in the YMCA gym is circa late 1950s or early 1960s. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Paperboys
Do you recognize anybody? This is a photo of paperboys from the Daily Independent in Kannapolis. The Kannapolis History Associates have several old photos like this from the Independent and are trying to identify the people and when the photos were taken. If you know email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. The photos include the business office and the composing room too. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Lucie Ingram
Lucie Ingram was responsible for keeping Little Mount Vernon's Honor Roll up to date. She had added some 100 names to the wall, including William Ballard, who painted the names on Little Mount Vernon until Uncle Sam called. Lucie graduated from J. W. Cannon High School in 1932. She began painting when she was twelve and later became a famous artist throughout the state of North Carolina. She studied in Pliladelphia and in Little Switzerland in western North Carolina. One of her best known portraits was that of the late Roy C. Propst, Sr. Lucie was called upon by Cannon Mills company to re-design the trademark for labels to go on towels and sheets and other household textiles. (Information from Daily Independent article Sept 9, 1945) FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
American Legion Auxiliary 1945
This photo is from a negative at the old Lawson Bonds Studio, labeled "Colored American Legion Auxiliary, chartered 8/4/45." It's one of many photos and negatives found in the studio now occupied by Michael A. Anderson Photography. It was shared with us by Rose and Michael Eury. So far all we know about the photo is the description above. It appears to be taken in front of a church or a chapel possibly. If you have information about the photo or people pictured email mplemmons@independenttribune.com
Logan High 1964
Football season is here. This is the 1964 Logan High School football. The captain was Clyde Sadler and co-captain was Robert Neal. Does anybody recognize the other players? Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Ed Conway and Concord Spiders Football Project
1934-35 J.W. Cannon basketball team
This picture shows the J. W. Cannon Basketball Squad - 1934/1935 - Front Row L to R: Bob Wiserman, Lewis Alexander, Howard Allen, Edward Holder, Jack Nantz, Roy Mauldin - Second Row L to R: Raymond Brady, Raymond Hampton, Johnny Sillman, Bill Stirewalt, Ralph Tate, Baines Barnett - Third Row L to R: Philip J. Weaver (Coach) John McKnight, Jim Bonds, Raymond Payne (Captain), Robert Clement, Elma Philps, Harold Leazer and Bill Workman (Manager) FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Giant towel
Kim Smith, then 13, was dwarfed by this giant towel made to celebrate Cannon Mills Company's 75th Anniversary. The photo appeared in the November, 1981 edition of Cannon News. Smith was a student at Kannapolis Middle School. Three of her grandparents worked at Plant 1 in Kannapolis: Louise Smith, first shift cutter in the washcloth department; Betty Patterson, first shift assistant overseer in production control; and Harold Patterson, first shift carpenter in village maintenance. From Cannon News/courtesy of Kim Cook
07-22 A2 old photo Lower underpass aerial Dec 1939.jpg
This photo, dated 1939, shows the lower underpass in Midway with the ballpark and Dixie Theater in the center and Central Motor Lines is on the far left. A steam engine is pulling a passenger train across the underpass. Picture donated by Wayne Overcash FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
The Daily Independent
Rubye Elliot, shown here, was the long-time society editor for The Daily Independent. Long-time Kannapolis resident Mary Lou Post and Jan Haydon of Mount Pleasant recognized Elliot's picture. Elliot's wrote reports of weddings, births and birthdays and keeping up with fashion trends and recipes. This is another of The Daily Independent photos from the Kannapolis History Associates. If you recognize any of the previous photos let us know. Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Whitmire Falls
After this photo ran in Sunday's paper, some of our readers recognized the young ladies at the store. Pictured are Gail Earnhardt Linker, left, and Thyra Penninger, who was picking out her china before her marriage to Alvin Yorke. Penninger was the Senior Class President for Mt. Pleasant High School in 1958. During this time-period, brides-to-be went to the jewelry stores to pick out their china, silver and crystal. This picture taken at Whitmire-Falls, Inc. Jewelers, was taken prior to 1962, when Margaret Cronan purchased the interest of H. L. Falls. Whitmire Jewelers, Inc. was founded in 1948 by the late A. C. Whitmire and H. L. Falls. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Cabarrus County Fair tent
The 66th Annual Cabarrus County Fair is underway today through Saturday, Sept. 15. Before moving to its current location, it was at the corner of Cabarrus Avenue and Union Cementery Road. A permanent Exhibit Hall was constructed in 1955. Prior to that, this huge tent with sawdust floors was used to house the exhibits. During one of the tent years, just after it was erected and the exhibits set up, a storm came through collapsing the tent onto the exhibits. A massive cleanup operation took place and the fair continued as best it could. Photo and information courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Concord Bicentennial 1996
City of Concord officials posed in period costume during the kickoff for the Concord Bicentennial in 1996. Pictured are: from left, Mayor Dr. George Liles, city councilmen Dr. Hector Henry, Lamar Barrier, Alfred Brown, David Phillips, Jim Ramseur and Robert Mathis, City Manager Len Sossamon and City Attorney Gordon Belo. The event was held at the historic 1876 Cabarrus County Courthouse. Photo courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Cabarrus Creamery 1931
Co-Operative Dairy's Robert L. Burrage Sr. was approached by investors in 1924 about a merger with a butter company called Cabarrus Creamery Inc. This photo, courtesy of Robert E. Burrage, shows the 1931 location on South Union Street in Concord, just north of where The Concord Tribune would later locate. In the picture, from left, are: Robert L. Burrage Jr., Charles E. Burrage, Bill Scott, Daisy (Barnhardt) Burrage, Buford Misenheimer and Franklin Scott. From the book Images of America Concord by Michael Eury
Hotel Concord
This Hotel Concord unused postcard from the 1940s advertised on the reverse side as Carolina's finest small hotel with 100 modern fireproof rooms and a soffee Shop. The car is parked in front of the current location of the recently opened Union Street Market. The building has been converted into apartments and is now ready to lease. Courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Camp Elliott
Recognize anyone this group? The Cannon Memorial YMCA sent youth to summer camp from 1933 to the late 1970s. This group photo was taken at Camp Elliott, which was about 13 miles from Old Fort. The photo appears in the book "Celebrating 100 Years, Cannon Memorial YMCA."
YMCA women's bowling team
This is the YMCA Women's Department bowling team from the 1950s. Do you recognize anyone? Let us know. The photos is from the book "Celebrating 100 Years, Cannon Memorial YMCA 1908-2008."
Remembering Jack Moore
Remembering Retired Concord Police Chief Jack Moore Concord mourns the passing of one of its most dedicated public servants, Jack Moore, whose career with the Concord Police Department spanned over 44 years. After serving as a uniformed officer throughout the 1950s, Moore and fellow officer George Smith became Concord's first plainclothes detectives in 1960. Moore ultimately led the department as police chief from 1975 through 1987. In this photograph, taken in November 1951 by Jimmy Babb, Jack Moore (left) stands proudly beside the department's fleet of police cars, with fellow officers Clarence Cagle, Orrin Ussery, and Jim Moore. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY. FROM THE BOOK "IMAGES OF AMERICA: CONCORD."
Lowe's opening
Jim Ramseur recently ran across this Independent Tribune clipping from the Lowe's Home Improvement Center opening on Concord Parkway from July, 1999. Instead of a ribbon-cutting, Kannapolis Mayor Ray Moss, left, sawed a board as Concord Mayor Dr. George Liles, Miss North Carolina USA Joy Hall and Concord Councilmen David Phillips and Jim Ramseur held it in place.
Junior Miss Winner
Debbie Gail holds the trophy for winning the 1981 Cabarrus County Junior Miss Pageant. The first runner-up was Paige Black, left, and the second runner-up was Eva Lazenby. This photo was printed in the November, 1981 Cannon News, and won first place in the Cannon Mills 75th Anniversary Photography contest. Courtesy of Kim Cook
Daily Independent
Do you recognize this man? He is working at the Daily Independent newspaper many years ago. The Kannapolis History Associates have several old photos like this from the Independent and are trying to identify the people and when the photos were taken. If you know email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. The photos include the business office and the composing room too. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
WEGO-AM 1410
Robert D. “Bob” Raiford (center) speaks into the WEGO-AM 1410 microphone during a grand opening celebration of DeWitt Motor Company on Church Street in Concord. Grady Cole, the legendary WBT announcer, is on the right and the car dealer is on the left. The photo by Jimmy Babb was believed to be taken in 1947. Raiford, who broadcast on WRFX-FM 99.7 well into his 80s, said he believes the building later became Earl’s Tire. An auto repair shop is now in the building. Photo courtesy of Bob Raiford
A.L. Brown 1957 band
This picture taken picture from the Albrokan, shows the A. L. Brown Class of 1957 band. In the center on the drums is Patty Kluttz. Patty was known for her athletic skill of tumbling. She was the only tumbler that the Brown band ever had. In the background you can see part of the Cannon gym. This is the only building that still remains from the old campus before J. W. Cannon Jr. High School burned in 1982. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
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