A collection of images from Cabarrus County's past, updated regularly.
1947 George Washington Carver basketball
This photo of 1947 George Washington Carver basketball team appeared in the 2008 publication, Kannapolis A Pictorial History. Pictured are: front row from left, Timothy Johnson, William James Sheeler, Theodore Hardin, A.J. Curry, William James Little; and second row, Sunny Curry, Bill Johnson, James McCullough, Herbert Bailey, and Principal and Coach William L. Reid. From Kannapolis A Pictorial History/Courtesy of Ruth Curry
Newspaper history
These are just a few headlines taken from the Independent, not The Daily Independent. These were printed in the Cannon Jubilee Edition in 1937. The following information shows the name changes and printing frequencies of the local newspaper: 1927 – The Kannapolis Toweler, was a weekly newspaper, begun by J. L. “Jazzy” Moore. 1928 – The Toweler became a semi-weekly paper called The Independent. 1930 – The Independent started as a weekly publication. 1938 – February 20 – The Daily Independent began daily operations, except for Saturday. 1996 - The Daily Independent merges with The Concord Tribune to form the Independent Tribune. The last edition of The Daily Independent published on September 27. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Colonial Inn
The Colonial Inn, shown here in the snow, occupied area where Freddy's and Allen Tate Real Estate are today. Concord Parkway, then known simply as U.S. 29, is front covered in snow. This is one of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in Downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Joey the Clown
Joey the Clown Local kids growing up in the 1960s had no better friend than WSOC-TV’s Joey the Clown, who hosted an afternoon “Clown Carnival” show guest-starring children from the Charlotte viewing area and featuring fun, games, cartoons, and song sing-alongs such as “George Washington Bridge.” Joey was actually Channel 9 personality Brooks Lindsay, who died in 2003. The Joey show was one of the region’s first racially integrated programs, and the lovable clown signed off each episode by reminding his viewers to “be kind, because all we have in this ol’ world is each other.” FROM THE ARCHIVES OF HISTORIC CABARRUS ASSOCIATION. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Christmas Parade 1951
The Concord Christmas Parade floats are lining up on South Union Street near the Oakland Avenue intersection. This 1951 parade was about ready to kick off and head north on Union Street, ending then at Buffalo Street. After the parade route was extended north onto Church Street and into Wil-Mar Park, the direction was shifted and the parade began running from north to south as it presentably does. The float shown was encouraging the parade viewers to 'Buy Bonds'. The three homes currently at this location appear to be the same houses as were here in 1951. This image was captured from a Zack Roberts negative in the Lore Local History Room at the Downtown Concord Library. Zack Roberts photo courtesy of Jim Ramseur
CMH School of Nursing
The front of the Cabarrus Memorial Hospital School of Nursing was featured in the 1988 Cap n'Pin annual for the school. The college later moved to a location on Copperfield Boulevard before moving back to the CHS NorthEast Hospital campus near Carolina Mall. The school is now the Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and the nursing school is called the Louise Harkey School of Nursing. Photo courtesy of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Deal's ESSO Service Station
Deal’s Esso Service Station was located on 1507 N. Cannon Boulevard. Jay Deal (Ralph’s dad) opened the station in 1939 and closed it in 1957 Ralph Deal is in the center and Stephen Deal is on left. You know you are in a good place when you see Coca-Cola, Royal Crown and Stanback all advertised on the same storefront. Photo donated by Ralph Deal. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Coca Cola buggy
Coca Colas used to be delivered by horse-drawn buggies like this one owned by J.T. Honeycutt back in the early 1900s. This was included the book "1904-2004- A Century of Sodas, The Story of Uncle Tommy and Margaret" by Edward L. Rankin Jr.
YMCA and Plant 1 1907
This 1907 post card shows the first YMCA and Cannon Mills Plant 1. The picture was made before the lake was there. The postmark on the card is April 9, 1909 and has a one cent stamp attached. The card is from Elizabeth Sellers and written to Mr. & Mrs. Mason Goodman, R.F.D #2, Concord. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Kannapolis double rainbow
The best part of this picture is the beautiful double rainbow over West Avenue in Downtown Kannapolis. In the background you can see the First Baptist Church steeple. In the picture is J. C. Penney, Bon Marche, the Cafe and possibly Lewis Drugs on the far right. Do you know when this photo was taken? We’re betting somebody will recognize the cars and be able to give us a time frame for the photo. Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
The Colonial Motor Court
The Colonial Motor Court The Colonial Motor Court was strategically positioned in north Concord at the junction of two major highways, U.S. 29A and U.S. 601 (across from what today is Carolinas Medical Center NorthEast). This undated photo (presumably taken in the mid-1950s) from the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio shows the motel in its late stages of construction. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Shoe & O'Neal Motor Company
In 1955, Grady Shoe and Bart O'Neal bought the Ford dealership in Concord from Reid Motor Company. One of the first changes was to extend business hours from 5:30 to 9 p.m. This photo shows parade downtown the company held to celebrate. The theme was "Turn Back the Clocks." Photo courtesy of Jack Kissiah
North Carolina in 1775
This map shows the approximate location of current day North Carolina with county locations at the beginning of 1775. Notice that Cabarrus County does exist, but is a part of Mecklenburg County. Rowan County extended westward into the mountains. The map and information was sent to the Cabarrus Genealogy Society by Cynthia Plott Duke who was researching her ancestor George Plott. The Cabarrus Genealogy Society has lots of other interesting articles and photos that can be found at http://www.cabarrusgenealogysociety.org
The Sun-Drop Golden Cola Kiddie Show
The Sun-Drop Golden Cola Kiddie Show was popular at the Cabarrus Theater in Downtown Concord during the 1960s. This photo by Lawson Bonds appeared in the book "1904-2004 - A Century of Sodas, The Story of Uncle Tommy and Margaret" by Edward L. Rankin Jr. The movie playing was "Tess of the Storm Country," starring Diane Baker. The 1960 movie was the fourth Hollywood version of the Grace Miller White novel.
Colonial Frozen Foods
Colonial Frozen Foods began business in 1947 and was located at 1501 North Ridge Avenue. They were listed in the 1990 Kannapolis City Directory, but not in the 1991 Directory. They had freezer lockers, did pork curing, slaughtering, processing and, according to a 1947 ad, had country hams. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Colonial Motor Court Sign
Colonial Motor Court Sign A companion piece to our previous edition’s photo, this undated image from the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio shows the roadside sign for the Colonial Motor Court, then under construction. The motel advertised private tile baths and radios to attract passing motorists. Cabarrus Memorial Hospital is visible in the right background. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Town Lake Bandstand
This picture of the Cannon Mills Main Office and part of Plant 1 was taken around 1928. The cars are parked in front of the YMCA. The bandstand was moved off of the lake after a 12-year old boy fell off of the ramp and drowned while going to the bandstand. The steps at the bandstand were used to take group pictures. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Christmas card
"Mac" and Lawson Bonds are in the upper right corner of this 1950s Christmas card that was found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studios. Thousands of photos and negatives, dating back decades, were found when Michael A. Anderson Photography moved into the building. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Harrisburg Post Office
This photo of the old Harrisburg U.S. Post Office comes from the Lawson Bonds-Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Since Mike Anderson took over the upstairs studio, he and local history buffs have been identifying and cataloging the many old photos and negative left behind in the studio by Lawson Bonds and others. Photo courtesy of Michael Eury
Newspaper history
These are just a few headlines taken from the Independent, not The Daily Independent. These were printed in the Cannon Jubilee Edition in 1937. The following information shows the name changes and printing frequencies of the local newspaper: 1927 – The Kannapolis Toweler, was a weekly newspaper, begun by J. L. “Jazzy” Moore. 1928 – The Toweler became a semi-weekly paper called The Independent. 1930 – The Independent started as a weekly publication. 1938 – February 20 – The Daily Independent began daily operations, except for Saturday. 1996 - The Daily Independent merges with The Concord Tribune to form the Independent Tribune. The last edition of The Daily Independent published on September 27. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
1947 George Washington Carver basketball
This photo of 1947 George Washington Carver basketball team appeared in the 2008 publication, Kannapolis A Pictorial History. Pictured are: front row from left, Timothy Johnson, William James Sheeler, Theodore Hardin, A.J. Curry, William James Little; and second row, Sunny Curry, Bill Johnson, James McCullough, Herbert Bailey, and Principal and Coach William L. Reid. From Kannapolis A Pictorial History/Courtesy of Ruth Curry
Christmas Parade 1951
The Concord Christmas Parade floats are lining up on South Union Street near the Oakland Avenue intersection. This 1951 parade was about ready to kick off and head north on Union Street, ending then at Buffalo Street. After the parade route was extended north onto Church Street and into Wil-Mar Park, the direction was shifted and the parade began running from north to south as it presentably does. The float shown was encouraging the parade viewers to 'Buy Bonds'. The three homes currently at this location appear to be the same houses as were here in 1951. This image was captured from a Zack Roberts negative in the Lore Local History Room at the Downtown Concord Library. Zack Roberts photo courtesy of Jim Ramseur
CMH School of Nursing
The front of the Cabarrus Memorial Hospital School of Nursing was featured in the 1988 Cap n'Pin annual for the school. The college later moved to a location on Copperfield Boulevard before moving back to the CHS NorthEast Hospital campus near Carolina Mall. The school is now the Cabarrus College of Health Sciences and the nursing school is called the Louise Harkey School of Nursing. Photo courtesy of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Christmas card
Mac and Lawson Bonds posed with a giant special edition of The Concord Tribune in the 1950s for their Christmas card that year. It was one of thousands of photos and negatives found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studios in downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
North Carolina in 1775
This map shows the approximate location of current day North Carolina with county locations at the beginning of 1775. Notice that Cabarrus County does exist, but is a part of Mecklenburg County. Rowan County extended westward into the mountains. The map and information was sent to the Cabarrus Genealogy Society by Cynthia Plott Duke who was researching her ancestor George Plott. The Cabarrus Genealogy Society has lots of other interesting articles and photos that can be found at http://www.cabarrusgenealogysociety.org
Coca Cola buggy
Coca Colas used to be delivered by horse-drawn buggies like this one owned by J.T. Honeycutt back in the early 1900s. This was included the book "1904-2004- A Century of Sodas, The Story of Uncle Tommy and Margaret" by Edward L. Rankin Jr.
The Sun-Drop Golden Cola Kiddie Show
The Sun-Drop Golden Cola Kiddie Show was popular at the Cabarrus Theater in Downtown Concord during the 1960s. This photo by Lawson Bonds appeared in the book "1904-2004 - A Century of Sodas, The Story of Uncle Tommy and Margaret" by Edward L. Rankin Jr. The movie playing was "Tess of the Storm Country," starring Diane Baker. The 1960 movie was the fourth Hollywood version of the Grace Miller White novel.
Town Lake Bandstand
This picture of the Cannon Mills Main Office and part of Plant 1 was taken around 1928. The cars are parked in front of the YMCA. The bandstand was moved off of the lake after a 12-year old boy fell off of the ramp and drowned while going to the bandstand. The steps at the bandstand were used to take group pictures. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Harrisburg Post Office
This photo of the old Harrisburg U.S. Post Office comes from the Lawson Bonds-Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Since Mike Anderson took over the upstairs studio, he and local history buffs have been identifying and cataloging the many old photos and negative left behind in the studio by Lawson Bonds and others. Photo courtesy of Michael Eury
Charlotte Motor Speedway 1959
Lawson Bonds shot several photos of the construction of Charlotte Motor Speedway in 1959, including this one. It is one of more than 40,000 photos and negatives found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Michael Anderson Photography
Black's Pharmacy
Bonner Brevard "B.B" Black, according to his daughter, Peggy Black Chandlier, opened the first drug store in Kannapolis, in the Midway section of town, in 1936. He moved his family to Kannapolis in 1937. In his career, he opened four drug stores in Kannapolis; South Main in Midway, 1936; North Cannon Boulevard, 1938-1939; West Avenue in 1944 and the 4th, also on West Avenue in 1949-1950. Is anyone able to assist with names, locations or dates with this picture? Contact Kannapolis History Associates. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Corban Avenue
Lawson Bonds shot this picture of Corban Avenue at Union Street prior to the current Cabarrus County Courthouse's construction. The look is back toward the Cabarrus Governmental Center. You see several building that have since been torn down and replaced with government facilities. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson
Allison Building
Lawson Bonds shot this photo of the block where the Cabarrus County Courthouse now stands at the intersecton of Corban Avenue and Union Street. The large building on the right was the Allison Building. PhotographerZack Roberts had a studio in the building.The buildings were torn down to clear the way for the courthouse. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson
Battle for the Bell Parade
The parade for the Concord-Kannapolis Battle for the Bell football game drew huge crowds in previous years. This Lawson Bonds photo shows the parade on Union Street at Cabarrus Avenue in 1947. It is one of many photos found at the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson
J.W. Cannon Class of 1934
This picture shows the graduates from the J. W. Cannon High School Class of 1934 standing on the steps of the burned building. In l924, J. W. Cannon High School (Central) was built on South Rose Avenue. It was completed about the end of the year, so students first attended classes in the new building in January 1925. The building burned in 1934, and was rebuilt in l935. The School was known as Central High School from 1925-1929, then J.W. Cannon High School. The yearbook was called the Pioneer from 1924-1928, the Cannon Ball from 1929-1933, the Blaze in 1934 and Taps in 1935. In 1936, it became known as The Cannon Report and kept that name through 1952. The first year of the Albrokan was in 1953, even though the first graduating class was in 1952. Before the 1934 fire, there was an arch over the entryway. The arch was replaced by a more decorative front after the 1934 fire. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Who knows the sailors?
Janyce Roy found these two postcards while going through her mothers photos. The only identification is "Pete" and "Larry" written on the postcard to the left. She believes the men are from the area. If you recognzie anyone email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. Ms. Roy would like to give the postcards to their family.
Mount Pleasant Hosiery Mill, 1945
Mount Pleasant Hosiery Mill, 1945 As reported in the October 29th Independent Tribune, the old Mount Pleasant Hosiery Mill, located at the corner of Franklin and Main Streets in downtown Mount Pleasant, is about to undergo a renovation, becoming 73 & Main Restaurant. This is an interior photograph, thought to have been taken by Zack L. Roberts in 1945. Note that Moose Pharmacy, seen through the window, remains in his very location today. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY AND ROSE RUMMEL-EURY.
R.L. Ervin Grovery
This is R.L. Ervin Grocery located on Fisher Street, Kannapolis, where Shady Lane intersects. The picture is 1950. The people in the picture are from left to right is Robert L. Ervin Jr., Richard Hawkins and Irene Dayvault Ervin. The business was really a neighborhood convenience store which, in addition to food goods, sold gas and butchered meats. Photo courtesy of John Ervin
New accounting firm
This picture, taken in the mid 1980's shows Mayor Bachman Brown cutting the ribbon for the opening of the new tax office, Quality Accounting, owned and operated by Jann Kirkman and Betty Davis. Assisting in the ceremony is Millie Hall, President of the Kannapolis Chamber of Commerce. Betty Davis (Jarvis) passed away in 2015. Quality Accounting is still owned and operated by Jann and is located at 806 North Main Street across from Woodrow Wilson School. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
J.W. Cannon basketball
This is the girls basketball squad at J. W. Cannon High School for the 1934-35 season. They are front row from left, Vivian Chapman, Martha Nell Hill, Billy Stricker, Ruth Pethel, Francis Heathcock, Hortense Bostian, Alice Childers; second row, Mildred Guy, Reba Winecoff, Faye Bassinger, Billy Heathcock, Mary Elizabeth Barger, Anne Hall Flowe: and back row Pearl Quackenbush (Coach), Alma Grass, Laura Blackwelder, Cleo Slawson, Mary Francis McCommons , Dot Funderburk, Ina Parker and Rose Goodman (manager). FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
J.W. Cannon faculty 1934-35
The faculty of J.W. Cannon High School in Kannapolis posed for this photo during the 1934-35 school year. Pictured are front row from left, Kate Mosteller, Andria Alexander, Julia McLandon, and Mary Parks Bell; second row, Thomas MacLean, Sarah Boger, Rearl Quackenbush, Emily M. Smith (Mellon) and John L. Dupree; and back row, J.W. Harbison, Howard Baker, E.H. “Ted” Lewis, Roy Heinshaw and Phil Weaver. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
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Class of 1994
Anita Brown, left, then the President of Louise Harkey School of Nursing, addresses soon to be nurses before graduation in 1994. The photo comes from The Lantern's Flame, the school's annual. Photo courtesy of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Model airplane club
Working on model cars and planes was very popular in the 1950s. J. W. Cannon High School had a Model Airplane Club. This picture was taken from the 1951 Cannon Report.Picutured are first Row from left, Don Michael, Creston Erwin, Jackie Watson, David Keziah, Arnold Shaver and Sherrill Austin, and second trow Caleb Glass, Gene Eddleman, Mr. McCarn, Adviser, Darwin McCombs and Tommy Seabolt. At the bottom edge of the picture you can see a small part of the plane. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
African-American American Legion, 1945
African-American American Legion, 1945 Discovered recently in the archives of the historic Oxford/Bonds studio, this photograph of what was then called Concord’s “Colored” American Legion (pictured with wives and/or ladies auxiliary) was taken by Lawson Bonds on August 5, 1945. If anyone can identify the people and location in this photo, please contact the editor at mplemmons@independenttribune.com. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY AND ROSE RUMMEL-EURY.
Kannapolis depot workers
This photo was sent to the Kannapolis History Associates by Hilary A. Kanupp, archivist at the NC Railroad Company. It is circa 1920s picture and was donated by Ricky Higgins of Harrisburg. It’s an interior shot of the Kannapolis Depot, which faced West First Street and was across the street from the freight depot. This depot was built in 1917 and torn down in 1939. The men in the photo are: from left, unknown, J.C. “Carl” Higgins, Haywood Raines, Joe Shelenberger, and Mr. Coone. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
73 and Main in Mt. Pleasant
The building at the corner of Main and Franklin streets in downtown Mt. Pleasant began as a mercantile store in the early 1900s before falling victim to the Great Depression. It later became a textile mill and later Mt. Pleasant Hoisery Company. The historic building is now being restored and will become 73 and Main Restaurant. Photo courtesy of Dr. Allen Dobson
Dance studio painting
This beautiful painting by Ann Vasilik, a respected watercolor painter from Asheville, was donated by Evelyn Sills to the Kannapolis History Associates on October 20, 2017. This print was commissioned by her son, Richard. The painting includes the studio in Jackson Park and the Gem Theater. The ballerinas are performing "The Dance of the Flowers". Evelyn opened the Kluttz School of Dancing in Midway in September 1949. She married Adam P. Sills, Jr. on November 22, 1950. The school remained the Kluttz School of Dance until it was moved to Jackson Park in 1954, when it became the Evelyn Sills Studio of Dance. The first two recitals were held at the Gem Theater, but due to the installation of a new movie screen, the stage space was reduced and the recital was moved to A. L. Brown high School. In the following years, the recitals were held between J. W. Cannon Junior High School and A. L. Brown High School. Preparations were underway and programs were being printed by Cleo Lloyd, with White's Printing Company, for the 25th recital, which was to be held at J. W. Cannon Junior High School, but just before printing, Mr. Lloyd was made aware that the school was on fire. The year was 1982. The recital was held in the Keppel Auditorium Catawba College in Salisbury. The last eleven recitals were held in the Gem Theater, the last one being in 1997. Over 48 years, more than 1500 students studied ballet, tap, jazz, baton, acrobatics and ballroom dancing with Evelyn Sills. Some students started as young as three years old. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
1800s Card Room
This is a picture of the card room from one of the early mills in Cabarrus County. Overhead belts are being used to operate the equipment. This picture possibly dates back to the middle 1800s. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Victory Bell
Concord High School cheerleader Sue Proctor rings the bell in the early 1960s. The bell goes to the winning of the Concord-Kannapolis A.L. Brown football game each year. It is the longest continuous rivalry game in North Carolina. Photo courtesy of Jim Ramweur
Drag racing
Lawson Bonds shot this photo of a winner at the Concord Dragway off Roberta Road in 1957. The dragstrip is long gone but the wide street in the back of the Old South Subdivision off Roberta Road is where the track was. Do you recognize the driver? Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Concord Christmas Parade 1950s
The 1950s buildings in this photo image occupied the original Southeast corner of the Town of Concord as laid out in 1796. Today we can buy fresh produce and run through the splash pad at Rotary Square which is on this very same site. In the 1950s, as shown in this photo image, Concordian’s could drop off their clothes at Jackson Cleaners, pay their gas bill in the old Masonic Temple Building, and pick up the latest edition of the Concord Tribune, the local daily newspaper. It was also a great spot to watch the Concord Christmas Parade and see the classics like this Cadillac convertible passing by. The Concord Tribune moved in their building shown here after Bell and Harris Funeral Home moved out circa 1940. The Cabarrus Creamery was previously in the structure shown here as Jackson Cleaners. This photo image was produced from a Zack Roberts’ negative from the Lore Local History Room at the Downtown Concord Library. PHOTO COURTESY OF JIM RAMSEUR
J.W. Cannon basketball
This is the J. W. Cannon basketball squad from1934-35 - Pictured are: front row, from Bob Wiserman, Lewis Alexander, Howard Allen, Edward Holder, Jack Nantz Roy Mauldin; second row, Raymond Brady, Raymond Hampton, Johnny Sillman, Bill Stirewalt, Ralph Tate, Baines, Barnett; and third row, 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
1920s Kannapolis Depot
The old depot faced West First Street and the freight depot was across the street. In this 1920’s photo, you can see First Baptist and Trinity Methodist in the background. The dome was removed from First Baptist in 1954 and Trinity relocated to East First Street in 1952. The depot was built in 1917 and was torn down in 1939. The new depot was built in 1939 and was located on North Main Street. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Concord Dragway
Here is another photo from Lawson Bonds. He shot this photo of Joe "Jose" Wilson, a winner at the Concord Dragway off Roberta Road in the late 1950s. Wilson lives in Lenoir now and is active in the Tarheel Late Great Chevy Club. The dragstrip is long gone but the wide street in the back of the Old South Subdivision off Roberta Road is where the track was.Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Terry towel dresses
According to Webster, the meaning for innovative is of a product, idea, etc. – featuring new methods, advanced and original. The people of Kannapolis are certainly that, if nothing else. Who would have imagined that dresses made out of Cannon Mills terry towels would look so nice on these ladies? They are helping to promote the Rose’s 5-10-25 Grand Opening in August 1958. Rose’s was located at 134 West Avenue. Pictured, L to R: are Mrs. Dorothy Smith, Mrs. Mary Ann Griffin and Miss Jatanna Lewis. PHOTO BY EARL GRAHAM, FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Drag Racer Jerry Hunter
This is another Lawson Bonds photo from the Roberta Dragstrip in 1957. The driver is Jerry Hunter of Concord. His 1932 Ford Roadster powered by a Corvette V-8 with three 2-barrel carbs. It was the fastest quarter mile car in town at the time. The dragstrip is long gone but the wide street in the back of the Old South Subdivision off Roberta Road is where the track was. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Kerr Bleachery Employees
W.H. Kerr opened Concord’s Kerr Bag Manufacturing Company in 1890, and shortly thereafter the plant was acquired by John M. Odell and James W. Cannon and renamed Kerr Bleaching and Finishing Works, better known as Kerr Bleachery. With the opening of this facility, no longer was Concord-produced cloth shipped north for bleaching or dyeing. Kerr Bleachery remained in operation until a 1979 fire destroyed the facility. This undated photo, uncovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds studio, was taken by Lawson Bonds and is said to be a gathering of Kerr employees. If anyone can identify the people shown here, please contact the editor at mplemmons@independenttribune.com. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY AND ROSE RUMMEL-EURY.
Dogwood Garden Club
The Dogwood Garden Club is celebrating its 50th Anniversary this year after forming in the Beverly Hills neighborhood in 1967. This photo was taken in January, 2000 as the group celebrated the new century. Pictured are: front, from left, Doris Crawford, Judy Hughes, Sylvia Corl and Anne Hough; second row, Sandra Faggart, Frieda Helmentoller, Pat Locklear, Joy Barbee, Barbara Allman, Ruth Plott, Martha Kelly and Margaret Troxler; and third row, Norma Mosby, Bea Lee, Elizabeth “Pete” Murray, Susan Miller, Marielle Click and Bette Parnell. Betty Sides and Dianne Pittmon were not present for the photo. The club later became part of the Concord Civic Garden Council. The club meets monthly to work projects to beautify Concord as well as take trips and tours together. Kay Smith is the current president. Photo by Clyde Waller of Kannapolis
Cannon House in the Snow
Just imagine. Soon, we will no longer have 80-degree temperatures. Windows will frost up and winter smells will delight you, but will your house, sitting in the falling snow, look as beautiful as the Cannon family home, located on Union Street in Concord did? FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Cabarrus Theatre 1947
The Cabarrus Theatre on Union Street beside the Hotel Concord is seen in this 1947 photo by Lawson Bonds during the Concord-Kannapolis Battle for the Bell parade. The movie playing was "Life with Father" which starred William Powell and Irene Dunne. The movie also featured 15-year-old Elizabeth Taylor. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson
Battle for the Bell Parade
People lined Union Street in 1947 for the Battle for the Bell parade in downtown Concord. It was one of many activities leading up to the annual football game between Concord and Kannapolis. Photographer Lawson Bonds shot this photo of one of the floats.The State Theatre can be seen across the street from the Hotel Concord. It was originally the Star Theatre, but was renamed in 1941. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
1952 American Legion Junior Baseball
This is the 1952 American Legion Junior Baseball Club. Courtesy of Frank Black and Rose Rummel-Eury. Photo is a reprint from a 2010 brochure put out by the original Legion sponsors of the baseball club, The Beaver-Pittman Post 115.
Harold "Lug" Leazer
This is the J. W. Cannon High School Junior Class in 1934-35 - Pictured on the fourth row, 2nd from the left is Harold "Lug" Leazer. This article originally appeared in the November 20, 1950 issue of the Daily Independent and was later shown on Scott Boggs' site - Friday Night in K-Town. Lug was a great football player for J. W. Cannon High School and later made the ultimate sacrifice for all of us and for his country. He was shot down in 1944 and was officially declared dead by the War Department a year later. The "Lug" Leazer award has been presented to outstanding football players for J. W. Cannon High School and A. L. Brown High School since 1946. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Cannon Mills Plant 5 baseball
Don Ayscue found this photo of his dad's baseball team at Cannon Mills Plant 5. The photo was taken sometime in the late 1940s. Pictured are: Johnny Tallent, Uncle George Coley, Boots Fletcher, Cotton Furr, Earl Nash, Leroy Little, Clarence Cruze, Bud Austin, Clarence Shue, Uncle Pro Furr, Penanut Gray, Manager Zeb Gray, Paul Coley, Floyd Ayscue (Don's dad), Ollie Furr, James Hartsell and Manager H.B. Clyburn. Photo courtesy of Don Ayscue
Cannon Mills Plant 5 baseball
Don Ayscue found this photo of his dad's baseball team at Cannon Mills Plant 5. The photo was taken sometime in the late 1940s. Pictured are: Johnny Tallent, Uncle George Coley, Boots Fletcher, Cotton Furr, Earl Nash, Leroy Little, Clarence Cruze, Bud Austin, Clarence Shue, Uncle Pro Furr, Penanut Gray, Manager Zeb Gray, Paul Coley, Floyd Ayscue (Don's dad), Ollie Furr, James Hartsell and Manager H.B. Clyburn. Photo courtesy of Don Ayscue
J.W. Cannon faculty 1934-35
The faculty of J.W. Cannon High School in Kannapolis posed for this photo during the 1934-35 school year. Pictured are front row from left, Kate Mosteller, Andria Alexander, Julia McLandon, and Mary Parks Bell; second row, Thomas MacLean, Sarah Boger, Rearl Quackenbush, Emily M. Smith (Mellon) and John L. Dupree; and back row, J.W. Harbison, Howard Baker, E.H. “Ted” Lewis, Roy Heinshaw and Phil Weaver. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
CHS Class of 1946 Reunion
This is a photo of the Concord High School Class of 1946 during a reunion. Pictured are First row: Iris Martin Arey, Nancy Whither Ritchie, Kathleen Little Lankford, Ruth Aiken Sossaman, Dorothy Ritchie Faggart, Juanita Simpson McClamrock, Martha Pharr Cranford, Cornelia Green Seay, Lois Arrowood Taylor.; Second row: Eugene G. Brown Jr., Margaret Suther Dorton, Betsy Mifls Hendrix, Billie Jean Miller Henderson, Jack Underwood, Mae Barringer Basinger, Margaret Misenheimer Lackey, Jackie Wilson Wadell, Mary B. Smith Williams, Mary A. Smith Ketner, Helen Strawn Purdy, Ralph N. Glenn.; Third row: Charlie Rimer, Ebba Jo Tate Spettel, Ray Isenhour, Jack Ritchie, Doris Little Honeycutt, Dolly Hartsell Eudy, Dorothy Faggart Ketner, Leona Barnhardt Verble, Imogene Winecoff Chandler, Vivian Newton Young; Fourth row: Fred Smetana, Bob Wilhel, Betty Barbee Patterson, Henry McGill, Peggy Blackwelder Kenan, Betty Braswell Mock, Jewel Frye Safrit, Elaine Barrier Edwards, Edgar Christy; and Fifth row: Farrell White, Joe Ritchie, Guy Beaver, Critz Query, John Boger, Wilburn Livengood, Gill Gwynn, George Plott, Jack Brewer, Jack Miller, Bill Burris, Jack Kellough. Photo courtesy of Ross M. Chandler
Roberta Dragstrip
This is Wilbur Bucy of Waverly, Ohio, with his fuel dragster that set the Roberta Dragstrip record with a time of 140.63. Lawson Bonds shot this photo in 1957. The dragstrip is long gone but the wide street in the back of the Old South Subdivision off Roberta Road is where the track was. Monty Cauthen though it might be Jim Barbee, but Jerry Hunter found a newspaper clipping that identified the racer. Barbee was also in the article, which said he ran a B gas dragster. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Flying Spiders
Lawson Bonds shot this photo of Concord Spiders practicing for the 1953 season. It is one of the many photos found at the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. If you recognize any of these players email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Widenhouse Company ad
This picture of Widenhouse Co. was from a 1937 ad. Widenhouse sold groceries, meats, produce and fruits and was located at the corner of Mable and Jackson Avenues in Jackson Park. It was owned and operated by Thomas M. Widenhouse. It is listed in the 1940 City Directory with a location of 135-137 South Main Street; in the 1942 City Directory as 308 Mable Avenue; and as 712 Mable Avenue in the 1956 City Directory. There is no listing showing in 1962. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Cabarrus Theater
This undated photo image shows the interior of the Cabarrus Theater which was located on North Union Street between Central Methodist Church and the Hotel Concord. This Art Deco theater opened on June 19, 1939 and was built on the circa 1833 homesite of Joel Reed which had been demolished in 1931. The Cabarrus Theater was among the first Concord buildings to be air conditioned. During the 1950s bottle caps were accepted from young people for Saturday morning movies and the promotion often filled the theater as shown on this image. In the 1970s Concord National Bank converted the theater structure into an operations center. When Concord National Bank merged with Citizens National Bank in 1984 to form First Charter Bank, this building became the First Charter operations center. The old theater building has been sold and is now undergoing repurposing. This and more than 50 more Union Street properties are featured in the Concord Downtown Development Corporation’s Self-Guided Walking History Tour. Download the app named ‘Concord Downtown NC’ and old photo images and the site history will appear on your mobile device as you walk past each Union Street Downtown building. Photo and information courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Concord basketball
Lawson Bonds shot this photo of Concord High School basketball in 1947. The uniform look a lot different than they do today.This is one of the photos found at the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Do you recognize anybody? Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Harrisburg High School
A lot has changed in Harrisburg since this photo of Harrisburg High School was taken in 1947. A shopping center is at this location now. The school was later used as an elementary school until the new Harrisburg Elementary School was built off Stalling Road. The photo comes from the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Downtown Concord
Downtown Concord looked a bit different when this photo was taken in the 1950s (according to the file it was stored in). We're told this might be a little later than 1953 and we're checking. It is looking south on Union Street from the corner of Cabarrus Avenue. The photo is from the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Camp T.N. Spencer
Campers and counselors from the Boys Club stand at attention as the American flag is raised at Camp T.N. Spencer. This photo from 1947 came from the files found at the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studios in Downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Concord Police Department
Do you recognize anybody? E.J. Overcash is the fourth officer from the left on the back row. This is another photo found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in Downtown Concord. The negative was in a file simply labeled "Concord Police Deparment 1953" If you recognize anybody let us know by emailing mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson
Beasley-Cross
Never underestimate the beauty of some ads. Not only do we get the location and phone number, sometimes we get a beautiful picture of our not too distant past. Beasley-Cross Chevrolet is just another example of the many mom and pop businesses that has been in Kannapolis over the years. There are no jobs too large or too small for this 1952 wrecker to handle. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Patriotic Display
This picture of Floda Preston Kyles is not dated, but she certainly is very patriotic. Let her be a reminder to each of us in this holiday season that we all fellow countrymen and that should stand together and support each other and be proud of our country because, after all, we are the United States of America. The picture appeared in the book “Kannapolis, a Pictorial History”- page 26. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
4th of July Parade
The 4th of July Parade is headed south on Main Street in Kannapolis, just passing the Cabarrus Savings Bank. In the background, you can see the Cannon Mills Office and part of Plant 1. Some time later Cabarrus Bank was located across the street, at the corner next to Woolworths and on West Avenue. The last 4th of July Parade held in Kannapolis was 1941. This picture was taken in 1926. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Student Nurses Association
The Student Nurses Association of the Cabarrus Memorial Hospital School of Nursing posed for this photo for the 1980 Cap N' Pin annual. The nursing school is now the Louise Harkey School of Nursing as is part of the Cabarrus College of Health Sciences. Photo courtesy of Cabarrus College of Health Sciences
Costumes from the past
These youngsters are dressed up for Halloween. Do you recognize them or their costumes? Let us know by emailing mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society
A.L. Brown Coaches
Standing in the halls of A. L. Brown High School in 1953 are Assistant Coach Dan Hamrick, Bill Lippard, Physical Education Directo, and Head Coach Ed Edmiston. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Rowan Dairy Bar
The Rowan Dairy Bar is located on North Cannon Boulevard in the Jackson Park area. The formal grand opening was held on Saturday and Sunday, July 18 and 19 in 1952. Three thousand invitations, each good for a cone of ice cream, were handed out. It began with fourteen flavors of ice cream. The Jackson Park area was expanding and included Austin's Gift Shop, Jackson Park Supply Co., G & W Food Market, J. V. Dwiggins Jeweler, Joe's Sandwich Shop, Towel City Blind, Jackson Park Gulf Service Station, The Glass Shop, Chapman-Osborne Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, The Linoleum Shop, Dixie Cleaners, Brown Dexter, Jackson Park Barber and Childress Brothers. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
The Bookmobile
The bookmobile is shown parked in front of Concord’s Community Center at 34 Union Street North, the former location of the Concord Public Library. In 1943, the Concord Public Library launched a bookmobile service to serve people in rural areas of Cabarrus County. The bookmobile traveled the roads of the county on a two week cycle, stopping in Mt. Pleasant, Kannapolis, and Harrisburg, as well as Flowe’s Store, Rimertown, Georgeville, and scores of other small communities, schools, and churches. From The Concord Tribune collection, courtesy of the Lore Local History Room, Cabarrus County Public Library
Coleman and Logan
Free lectures and tours of Concord's Old Campground Cemetery are available this summer. Veterans and famous people of Concord are buried there, including: manufacturer Warren C. Coleman (left), who owned the nation's first African-American-owned and operated textile factory, and educator Rev. Frank Logan (right). The Logan Community and the former Logan High School were named for Rev. Logan. For more information and to make an appointment, call Norman J. McCullough, at 704-787-8242. Photos courtesy of the Cabarrus Genealogy Society
Unidentified bunnies
Do you recognize any of these bunnies? The Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society is trying to identify the young bunnies. The photo is believed to be from the mid to late 1950s. If you have information about the photo email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society
Griffin's Food Center
Griffin’s Food Center was not listed in the 1956 City Directory, but was listed in the 1959 directory listed as Griffin's Curb Market with an address of 808 South Main Street. The City Directory from 1961 to 1980 shows 723 South Main Street as the address. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Hoffman's Float
According to their ad in the 1924 Cannon Pioneer Yearbook, Hoffman’s, located on the square at North Main and First Street, sold sodas, cigars, confectionery, newspapers, magazines and fancy groceries. This parade float picture was taken in the 1920’s. In the left background, you can see Kimball Lutheran Church and on the right, is McIver School.The photo was donated by Anne Wingate Little. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Horse-drawn Carriage
This horse-drawn carriage was owned by Emanuel Stowe and is being used at a funeral at Carolina Memorial Park. Mr. Stowe was a professional prize fighter and once fought on the same card as Joe Louis. He owned Stowe’s Bonding Company and operated Stowe’s Taxicabs and a dry-cleaning business. He survived six bombing raids on his ship in the South Pacific during WWII. The picture was donated by Anne Wingate Little. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Kannapolis baseball
Anybody recognize the players in this photo? Kannapolis History Associates are trying find out who these baseball players are and what the picture was about. On the back is printed - "This picture of the "Palm" and the "Plum" is a gift from Belk's Department Store "We sell to Sell Again" - Kannapolis, NC." If you have information email mplemmons@independenttribune.com FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
A.L. Brown Band trip
This picture taken in 1973 and shows the A. L. Brown Band members ready to board the plane on the band trip to Holland. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Roberta Mill identified
Thanks to Gene Lambert for identifying the Roberta Mill baseball team from 1955. They are front row from left, Ted Humberger, Spec Simpson, Willard Mauney, Howard Hooks and his son in front, Earl Furr, Gene Lambert, Billy "Boy" Hooks, and Son Mauney. The back room from left was J.P. Cochran, Richard Lapish, Jack Parnell, Coyt Cochran, Dub Cochran, Bill Furr, Harold Fur, and Bill Hooks (father of Billy Boy). The photo was taken on the field that was behind the mill houses on Roberta Road. It is one of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Concord Fire Department 1946
The members of the Concord Fire Department outside what is now Fire Station #1 on Church Street. The photo was taken in 1946. The man in the middle of the back row is believed to be Capt. Robert E. Long. If you recognize anyone else in the photo email mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo from the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio courtesy of Mike Anderson
Roberta Mill baseball
Do you recognize anybody? This is the Roberta Mill baseball team from 1955. It is one of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. If you recognize anyone let us know by emailing mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Michael A. Anderson Photography
Congressman Bill Hefner
Congressman W.G. “Bill” Hefner served the 8th District from Jan. 3, 1975 to Jan. 3, 1999. Here Hefner is shown with Gloria Stanley and 98-year-old Amanda Miller. Leanne Powell, who worked with Hefner, is holding the birthday cake. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
West Avenue Kannapolis
This picture shows West Avenue, looking north from the bus station. You can see the names of some of the stores; Firestone, Wrenn’s Cleaners, Dixie Home Stores, which later became Winn Dixie, A & P and Johnstons. This picture was taken after 1928, which is when the first smoke stack was erected. In 1940 the Swanee Theater was built. The Swanee sat in the empty lot to the left of Firestone. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Concord Square, 1957
Concord City Square, 1957 The hustle-bustle of downtown Concord is evident in this 1957 photograph taken by Lawson Bonds just north of the city square. Note that marquees for three movie theaters are visible in this shot: the Cabarrus (at left), just north of the hotel; the Center (at right), at 9 North Union, now the home of Mekong Thai Restaurant; and the State (at right), a few doors south from the Center, now the home of the Bead Lady. PHOTO FROM THE HISTORIC OXFORD/BONDS STUDIO. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Concord Motor Coach buses, 1940s
Concord Motor Coach buses, 1940s This 1940s-era photograph by Zack L. Roberts shows a trio of Concord’s commuter buses, with their destinations on display, posed with drivers at the Concord Motor Coach headquarters. According to local historian Jim Ramseur, the 1942 Concord Telephone Book placed the Concord Motor Coach’s location on West Depot Street; Depot is now known as Cabarrus Avenue. PHOTO FROM THE HISTORIC OXFORD/BONDS STUDIO. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Towel City Retreading
Towel City Retreading Company has been serving the area since 1935 and was founded by H. O. Cauble, Sr. in 1935. The original location was in the 1200 block of North Main Street, Kannapolis, where Brothers Tire is now located. They remained there from 1935 until 1945, when they moved to their current location at 1601 N. Ridge Avenue. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Central Taxi Cab
Central Taxi Cab Company was located on West Avenue beside the Swanee Theater. There were parking meters on the street. You can see the bus station which was loacted on Oak Avenue in the background. This photo was taken around 1950. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Cabarrus Confederate Veterans Choir
Here is an postcard taken in 1910 of eight members of the Cabarrus County Confederate Veterans Choir. As seen in the image, each had attended the 1910 National Reunion of Veterans held in Mobile, AL and are wearing their reunion pin. The date of the reunion was April 26, 27 and 28th. From left to right on the first row include,William M. Weddington, unidentified,D.B. Porter and Billy Thompson. Second row, Smiley Andrew, Saw W. White, John McInnis (father of John McInnis principal of Coltrane Webb School) and Monroe W. Gillon. This group was called upon to provide music at funerals, picnics, political rallies, school programs and a myriad of other events which included the reunion held on August 9, 1910 at the courthouse. If you know the unidentified man email mplemmons@independenttribune.com. Photo courtesy of George M. Patterson
Kmart Grand Opening, 1969
Kmart Grand Opening, 1969 “Blue Light Specials” came to the area on September 11, 1969, when Kmart opened on Cannon Boulevard in Kannapolis. Today, the Cabarrus County Department of Social Services occupies this space. This photograph by Lawson Bonds was recently discovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Gambling and Liquor Bust, 1947
Gambling and Liquor Bust, 1947 There was more than oil changes going on at Buck Shaeffer’s Garage in October 1947 when Cabarrus County Sheriff Ray Hoover conducted a raid on the facility to uncover this den of illegal gambling and boozing. This photograph by Lawson Bonds was recently discovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Pepper Pot Café, 1959
Pepper Pot Café, 1959 This delightful photograph by Lawson Bonds, dated June 8, 1959, was recently discovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. The Pepper Pot Café was located at 117 S. Powder Street in Concord. If you know why these children were gathered or have any information about this photo, please contact the editor at mplemmons@independenttribune.com. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Kmart Grand Opening, 1969
Kmart Grand Opening, 1969 “Blue Light Specials” came to the area on September 11, 1969, when Kmart opened on Cannon Boulevard in Kannapolis. Today, the Cabarrus County Department of Social Services occupies this space. This photograph by Lawson Bonds was recently discovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Gambling and Liquor Bust, 1947
Gambling and Liquor Bust, 1947 There was more than oil changes going on at Buck Shaeffer’s Garage in October 1947 when Cabarrus County Sheriff Ray Hoover conducted a raid on the facility to uncover this den of illegal gambling and boozing. This photograph by Lawson Bonds was recently discovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Sheriff Ray Hoover’s Raid, 1947
Sheriff Ray Hoover’s Raid, 1947 Ray Hoover, who was elected Cabarrus County Sheriff in 1930, was just a few years shy of his 1950 retirement when Lawson Bonds snapped this photo of him on October 2, 1947, as he conducted a raid on Buck Shaeffer’s Garage. What did Sheriff Hoover find? The answer will be revealed in our next edition. PHOTO FROM THE HISTORIC OXFORD/BONDS STUDIO. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
MPHS FFA
This photo of the Mount Pleasant High School Future Farmers of America was taken about 1957. Mr. M. R. McLeod, on right, was the agriculture/woodworking teacher at MPHS. The photo is from collection of Marshall McLeod, son of M. R. McLeod, recently given to the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society. Photo courtesy of Marshall McLeod and the Eastern Cabarrus Historical Society
Cannon Mills Carpenters
Cannon Mills carpenters built Mary Ella Hall. They were, pictured above from left, Samuel Ernest Young Cavin, Ralfe Thomas Simpson, Adam Colbert, Theodore Gentle, John Franklin Dayvault, Charles Mark Dayvauld, George Winecoff, Sid Elliott and David Henderson Dayvault. The photo was taken in 1918 or 1919. It appeared on page 39 of the Kannapolis Pictorial. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
McLellan’s, 1950s
McLellan’s, 1950s Rose Rummel-Eury recently uncovered this 1950s-era photo in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography. McLellan’s was a “five and dime” department store that was one of downtown Concord’s anchor businesses throughout the mid-twentieth century. The Cabarrus Creamery currently occupies this location, at 21 Union Street South. Note that Belk’s department store was to McLellan’s left. The Sears catalog pick-up center at right is now the site of popular downtown haunt Lil’ Robert’s. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Concord Cheerleaders 1946
The 1946 Concord High Spider cheerleaders pose for a photo in front of the school, then located off Spring Street. In the background you can see the steeple at Forest Hill United Methodist Church and a smokestack from the mill, now known as Locke Mill Plaza. Do you recognize anybody? Let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson and friends
Concord Cheerleaders 1946
We have the names for the 1946 Concord High Spider cheerleaders who pose for a photo in front of the school, then located off Spring Street. They are, from right, head cheerleader Frances Fergueson, Dale Motsinger, Martha Jones, Ann Sapp, Jane Staten, Phoebe Barnhart and Ann Jean Blackwelder. In the background you can see the steeple at Forest Hill United Methodist Church and a smokestack from the mill, now known as Locke Mill Plaza. Photo courtesy of Mike Anderson and friends
M.D. Swarginen & Son
Concord’s premier painter and paper hanging company in the early 1950s was M.D. Swaringen and Son. This photo was recently found in an attic. Marvin D. Swaringen Sr., the father of Frances Bess Brown, is driving the truck. Does anyone recognize the man on the right? Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com if you do. Photo courtesy of Frances Bess Brown and Rose Rummel-Eury
M.D. Swarginen & Son
We have more information on this photo that ran in the Apiil 5 edition. Concord’s premier painter and paper hanging company in the early 1950s was M.D. Swaringen and Son. This photo was recently found in an attic. Marvin D. Swaringen Sr., the father of Frances Bess Brown, is driving the truck. The man on right is Hugh Kluttz of Yorke & Wadsworth Hardware. The crew is working on a house on the corner of Academy Avenue and North Union Street. The hardware store donated supplies and Swaringen did the work for free. It was part of a citywide project to spruce up the area in anticipation of a celebration.
Central Cabarrus ROTC
The Central Cabarrus High School ROTC posed for a group picture in 1983. This is one of the photos found in the Lawson Bonds/Oxford Studios in downton Concord. Do you recognize anybody? Let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo Courtesy of Michael Anderson
Cabarrus County Lawyers, 1969
Cabarrus County lawyers were standing in front of the courthouse, April 28, 1969. The historic courthouse is now the home to The Galleries, the Davis Theatre and the Cabarrus Arts Council. Note the Fallout Shelter sign. This is one of the photos found at the Lawson Bonds Studio/Oxford Studio in downtown Concord.
Courtesy of Rose Rummel-Eury
1969 Cabarrus County Bar Association
This picture was published on March 29. Thanks to the Cabarrus County Bar Association here are names. 1. William L. Mills Jr.; 2. Hon. Walter Crissman, Superior Court Judge; 3. Larry E. Harris; 4. Thomas K. Spence; 5. Robert H. Irvin; 6. J.D. Hurst; 7. Henry T. Barnes; 8. Bedford W. Black; 9. James "Bob" Roberts; 10. Clyde L. Propst Jr.; 11. Kenneth B. Cruse; 12. E.T. "Gene" Bost Jr.; 13. John R. Boger Jr.; 14. J. Carlyle Rutledge; 15. Homer B. Friday Jr.; 16. Brice J. Willeford Jr.; 17. John Hugh Williams; 18. H.W. "Pete" Calloway Jr.; 19. John Sharpe Hartsell; 20. J. Maxton Elliott; 21. Z.A. "Zeb" Morris; 22. Ronnie a. Pruett; 23. Bachman S. Brown Jr.; 24. Harold H. Smith; 25. E.Johnston Irvin; 26. Clarence E. Horton Jr.; 27. James C. Johnson Jr.; 28. Unknown; 29. James C. Davis; 30. Robert L. "Bob" Warren; 31. Thomas M. Grady; 32. Unknown; 33. John M. Barnhardt; 34. K. Michael Koontz; and 35. Webster S. Medlin. Attorneys not pictured were Luther E. Barnhardt; W.S. Bogle; Boyd c. Campbell; J. Lee Crowell Jr.; R. Furman James; C. Manley Llewellyn; and M.B. Sherrin Jr. This photo and others are published in a booklet celebrating the 50th Anniversary of District Court in North Carolina and Cabarrus County.
The Other Odell House, 1927
The Other Odell House, 1927 A historical marker on North Church Street at Buffalo in Concord refers to a home one block away which no longer exits, this stately residence of “friend of education” William R. Odell. The son of textile pioneer John M. Odell, “Mr. Will” joined his father’s mill in 1877, but as the century changed, so did his interests. Odell was elected to the state senate in 1905 and installed as Cabarrus County school superintendent in 1913. His home, shown here on a wintery day in 1927, stood across from his father’s estate and was demolished in 1954 to make way for Forest Hill Methodist Church’s parking lot. Forest Hill’s historic sanctuary can be seen in the background. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF HISTORIC CABARRUS ASSOCIATION. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY, FROM HIS BOOK, “LEGENDARY LOCALS OF CONCORD.”
Cabarrus Theatre, 1966
Cabarrus Theatre, 1966 Eddie Mitchum recently uncovered this photo by Lawson Bonds in the historic Oxford/Bonds Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography. The Cabarrus Theatre opened in 1939 and was downtown Concord’s largest movie house, closing its doors in the 1980s, unable to compete with Carolina Mall’s multiplex theater. Its marquee is long gone but the building’s façade is still identifiable from its location on North Union Street between Central United Methodist Church and Hotel Concord. The Buffalo Ranch, a longtime Cabarrus County attraction, loaned the stagecoach outside the theater for this eye-catching promotion of this 1966 film release. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY. SPECIAL THANKS TO DIANE YOUNG.
Woodrow Wilson School
This picture from Jim Howard was taken around 1946 from Woodrow Wilson School. The students shown would have graduated from high school in 1955. It shows the 3rd or 4th grade class. Some of the students are Jatana Earnhardt, Johnnie Canup, Paul Coon, Betty Lou Joines, Broadway, Alfred Biles, Joe Hefner, Harold Cook, Patsy Goble, James Hamby, Bobby Boles, Curtis Mullis, Nellis Mitchell and Jim Howard. Please contact the Kannapolis History Associates at (704) 932-7518 if you can add further information.
Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower
The portrait is by the American artist Dorsey Doniphan. The presentation of the portrait of General Dwight D. Eisenhower was made possible through the generosity of Mr. C. A. Cannon, President of the Quartermaster Association, U. S. Army. The portrait was presented in 1948 by Major-General John W. Leonard, U. S. Military Attaché, to Lieutenant-General Sir Humfrey Gale, Representative Colonel Commandant, R. A. S. C. Mr. Cannon made a trip to Europe in the summer of 1970. Part of the reason for the trip was for him to be able to view the portrait. Also pictured is Brig. General Sutton. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Kidd-Frix Music, 1958
Downtown Concord’s Kidd-Frix Music’s window display spotlights some of the hottest platters of 1958, including Frank Sinatra’s “Come Fly with Me,” Tennessee Ernie Ford’s “Ol’ Rockin’ Ern,” and Tommy Sands’ “Sing Boy Sing.” In addition to records, Kidd-Frix sold sheet music and instruments. Its location is where Neta’s can be found today. This photo by Lawson Bonds was recently uncovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds/Roberts Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
J.B. Williams' Newsstand, 1945
These magazines from December 1945 were on sale at J.B. Williams’ newsstand in downtown Concord. Williams and his wife Rosa launched their enterprise in 1929 next door to South Union Street’s Pastime Theatre, in the current site of Gianni’s Trattoria, but in 1945 moved the business to Barbrick Avenue, where it was known as Williams Candy Kitchen. Williams’ son Tommy ran the Candy Kitchen up to its 1988 closing. This photo by Lawson Bonds was recently uncovered in the historic Oxford/Bonds/Roberts Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography. COURTESY OF MICHAEL EURY.
Mac Bonds
Concord photographer Mike Anderson hosted a homecoming this week for Mrs. Mac Bonds in his Michael A. Anderson Photography Studio. She and her husband, Lawson Bonds, operated their 1950s photography studio in the same space Mike now uses for his studio. Floyd E. Ramseur shot this 1954 image of Mac standing with Fannie Jane Roseman Faggart who along with her husband, Doc, were celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. Mac and Lawson were shooting the event which was held at the Hyde Park home of Stella and Charles R. Williams Sr. Photo and information courtesy of Jim Ramseur
Hartsell versus Badin
This is a shot from 1956 football game between Hartsell High School and Badin. It comes from the Oxford Studios in downtown Concord, where photographer Mike Anderson and a group of local history buffs are sorting through thousands of old photos and negatives. If you recognize anybody in the picture let us know mplemmons@independenttribune.com Photo courtesy of Rose and Michael Eury
World War I Veterans
This is a great picture of some World War I veterans. Hopefully, someone will be able to supply all the names. The photo was contributed by Anne Wingate Little. – The second from the left is Farrington; third from left is Chic Demarcus; fourth from the left is Colon B. Suther; and Sam Harmon is on the far right. Call the Kannapolis History Associates at (704) 932 –7518 if you have more information about the photo. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Leonard's Jewelers
This is another great picture that was donated by Anne Wingate Little. W. H. Leonard & Sons Jewelers was listed in the 1956 City Directory. The address was 119 West First Street. The manager at the time was Clifton J. Johnson. Leonard’s moved from First Street in the late sixties. The address in the 1969 City Directory was 106 West Avenue. They were listed in the 1978 City Directory, but not in 1979. In 1976, the manager was Rex A. Baucom. West First Street neighbors were Gable’s on one side and Kannapolis Hardware on the other. When they moved to West Avenue, they were located between Star Cleaners and Star Furniture. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Oak Avenue 1983
This picture, taken in 1983, is on the lower end of Oak Avenue. This section housed Charles Foster Photography and Odell Insurance. In April 1927, a fire destroyed three business buildings in the first block of North Main Street. They were the first three buildings on the east side of Main Street, at the square. The first building was two stories and various fraternal organizations met there. After the fire destroyed the buildings, these fraternal organizations, including the Woodsmen, starting meeting in the upstairs of the building shown. Notice the mansard roof style on the building. FROM THE ARCHIVES OF THE KANNAPOLIS HISTORY ASSOCIATES , COURTESY OF SHELLEY MCBRIDE
Eddie Ray and office clerk
He once assisted the careers of Fats Domino, Ricky Nelson, and Pink Floyd. Today he watches over (museum exhibits of) Nina Simone, James Taylor, and Fantasia. Currently the operation director of Kannapolis’ North Carolina Music Hall of Fame, Eddie Ray climbed the music-business ladder, beginning as a Decca Records stock boy and eventually becoming the first black executive at a major record label. The co-writer of the 1950s hit “Hearts of Stone,” he chronicled his career in the 2012 book, Against All Odds: The Remarkable Life of Eddie Ray. This photograph, circa 1965, shows Ray and an unidentified office clerk at the Hollywood office of Capital-Tower Records. EXCERPTED FROM THE BOOK “LEGENDARY LOCALS OF CABARRUS COUNTY” BY MICHAEL EURY.
Haskel Stanback, Kannapolis Football Legend
Kannapolis football fans knew that Haskel Stanback was one to watch beginning in 1966, when the fleet-footed freshman rallied George Washington Carver High School to the State Championship. His sophomore through senior years were spent as the superstar running back at A. L. Brown High. This 1969 photograph shows Brown’s Stanback (left), Mark Russell, and Randall Perkins. College recruiters swarmed around Stanback, who entered the University of Tennessee in 1970. In 1974 he was drafted in the fifth round by the Cincinnati Bengals and then headed to the Atlanta Falcons for seven seasons. Stanback was inducted into the Cabarrus Sports Hall of Fame in 2013.
Corine Cannon, First Female Black Mill Employee
The first African-American woman to be hired for a Cannon Mills production position, Mrs. Corine Cannon withstood resistances from some white workers during her 1963 arrival at the mill. Piercing glares of disapproval were often accompanied by whispered remarks or vocal taunts. A white supervisor recommended that Cannon turn the other cheek and not respond, but to privately report abusive whites. Cannon Mills’ plants were segregated when she joined the workforce, including the restrooms, but Mrs. Cannon was soon followed by more women of color and later, black men in management positions. Today Cannon, in her 90s, remains active in Cabarrus County as a speaker, sharing stories about the challenges of the civil rights era.
Concord Recreation Center, 1960s
Long a mecca for basketball games and other sporting activities, the Concord Recreation Center, now known as the Academy Recreation Center at 147 Academy Ave. NW, is shown in this 1960s photograph donated by Anne Wingate Little to the Kannapolis History Associates. The Center’s proximity to the former Concord High School (now the Glenn Center) and Webb Field has long anchored it to the community. Today it is city-owned and houses various recreational facilities for citizens, including a weight room, treadmill room, and pool tables.
Gold Discovery 150th Anniversary
In 1949 Cabarrus County celebrated the sesquicentennial of the first documented gold discovery in the United States, which took place at a farm on the site of what we now know as Reed Gold Mine. Events commemorating this milestone included a parade and a requirement that Concord’s men be bearded, as was the custom 150 years earlier, or face “jail time.” This picture of members of the T. F. Payne family was recently uncovered in the treasure trove of photographs in the historic Oxford/Bonds/Roberts Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography.
Miss Logan Celebration, 1950
In a follow-up to the Miss Logan picture in our previous edition, this image shows the participants in the Miss Logan pageant as photographed by Lawson Bonds on November 2, 1950. If you can identify Miss Logan or any of the individuals shown, please contact the editor at mplemmons@independenttribune.com. This picture was recently uncovered in the treasure trove of photographs in the historic Oxford/Bonds/Roberts Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography.
Miss Logan, 1950
This photo, taken by Lawson Bonds and dated November 2, 1950, was recently uncovered in the treasure trove of photographs in the historic Oxford/Bonds/Roberts Studio in downtown Concord, now the home of Michael A. Anderson Photography. It shows the recently crowned Miss Logan at the Logan School. When the city of Concord initiated public (graded) schools in 1891, the Concord Colored School opened, changing its name in 1924 to Logan School in honor of its head administrator, the Rev. Frank T. Logan.
Mt. Pleasant postcard
This postcard show a tree-lined East Franklin Street in Mount Pleasant. It is addressed to "Alice" in Brooklyn, New York. Part of the note says, "How are you? I am way out in the country. I wish you could see me this morning. It is awful hot here."
YMCA Groundbreaking
The Cannon YMCA broke ground July 19, 1985, in Kannapolis. The intention was to show that the Y served people of all ages, which was reflected in those turning the ceremonial dirt. Pictured with shovels are David H. Murdock, Mariam Cannon Hayes, fundraiser Sam Stroup, Y President Raymond Ward, Y member Gladys Ritchie and 10-year-old Matt Chaney, who was active in all Y youth programs. The photo is from the book “Kannapolis, A Pictorial History” published by the city of Kannapolis in 2008 with help from a Cannon Foundation grant.
Curb Racing
This picture of Curb Racing was donated by Linda Elwood Critz. It was located at 128 Chestnut Street. The building was previously occupied by Widenhouse Pontiac-Buick and by Cardell Carter Pontiac-Buick. According to Mike Curb, the business was at that location from about 1980-2008. One of the greats from that time period were the Richard Petty cars. Curb Motor Sports now houses The Curb Motorsports & NC Music Museums. The admission is free and they are located at 600 Dale Earnhardt Boulevard.
Board of Directors
This photo, donated by Anne Wingate Little, is the board of directors of either the YMCA or the school board. Both are written on the back of the photo. They are H.B. Robertson, W.J. Bullock, Leon Smith, Zeb B. Bradford, H.L. Lipe and T. Brown. It was taken in the 1940s.
Weave Room 1947
Do you recognize this woman? She is hard at work at a Cannon Mills Weave Room in 1947. The Kannapolis History Associates hope to identify the woman, as well as which plant is pictured. If you recognze her email museum@kannapolishistory.org
Kannapolis Wrestlers 1963-64
The 193-64 A.L. Brown wrestling team, pictured above, finished 11-1 on the season. This photo is from the book "Kannapolis A Pictorial History." The book was published by the City of Kannapolis with the help of Cannon Foundation grant.
Moving Day
The Louise Harkey School of Nursing moved from the hospital campus in the summer of 1995 to the former Griggs Publishing building on Cooperfield Boulevard. The old nursing school building shown here was torn down. The college later moved back to the hospital campus in the Cabarrus College of Health Sciences' current location.
Gibson Mill baseball
The baseball team representing Gibson Mills Plant 6 in Concord gathered for this team photo in 1938. At the height of the textiles industry, most Cabarrus County mills had their own baseball teams. The brick house in the background is still standing.
Country Music Star
We have identified the two people with Randy Travis in this photo that appeared in Sunday's paper. The lady is Barbara Helms Coe of Landis and the man Marvin Coe of Gastonia. The photo was taken outside a concert in Winston-Salem. Marvin wrote a song which Travis included on his hit album "1982". This is another photo from the Oxford Studios in downtown Concord. Photographer Michael Anderson and a group of people interested in preserving the historical finds in the studio are working to identify the photos and negatives.
1994 Faculty
This is the faculty of the Louise Harkey School of Nursing in 1994 at Cabarrus Memorial Hosptial. They are: front from left, Bob Davis, Beth Mabrey, Helen Trahan, Thelma Corriher, Donna Cline, and Kay Leddon; and back row, Sandra Cifelli, President Anita Brown, Janet Fuller, Darlene Goodman, Cynthia Fink, Joan Chmielewski, Susan Oswalt, Elizabeth Baucom and Anita Talbott. The photo was in The Lantern's Flame annual.
Fleetwood Shopping Center
While the quality of this photo may be murky, the memories it evokes for many residents of southwest Concord are anything but. In the mid-twentieth century this Stop & Shop was the cornerstone of the Fleetwood Shopping Center on Union Cemetery Road in Concord, at Fleetwood Drive SW, between Cabarrus Avenue (and the old fairgrounds) and Old Charlotte Road. Were the dogs outside the grocery store waiting for their master or for butcher’s scraps? The other businesses shown are the Fleetwood Beauty Shop and Gene’s Barber Shop. This location still stands today, although it’s witnessed exterior remodeling, and is now the home of Fleetwood Dry Cleaners and other businesses.
Duckpin bowling
This picture dated 1962, is of the duckpin bowling lanes at the Kannapolis YMCA. Shown in the picture, in addition to others, are Dehlia Marlin Carver, Carol Norwood Thomas, Nancy Dwiggns Wilson and Suzanne Nystrom.
Western Auto
This picture was donated by Anne Wingate Little. In the far left, you can see the Food Town grocery store, which opened in 1975, located at 407 South Cannon Boulevard. In the foreground is Western Auto, 501 South Cannon Boulevard. Also shown in the picture, is a 1974 Corvette. According to Wikipedia, on December 12, 1982, the Ketners announced the name change to Food Lion. The photo also appeared in the Daily Independent's Bicentennial edition.
Colonial Theater
The Colonial Theater was located in North Kannapolis on North Main Street, next to Martin Drug. This is a picture the first theater, prior to the 1940 fire, which did $60,000 damage. The 500 seating capacity of the Colonial Theater was rebuilt, with an increased seating capacity of 805. It operated at least into the 1950s. The movie playing is starring Joan Bennett. Anne Wingate Little donated this wonderful historic picture. It also appeared in the Daily Independent's Bicentennial Edition.
North Kannapolis
This picture was donated by Anne Wingate Little. The location in North Kannapolis, North Main Street, looking south. Shown in the picture is Gibson’s Market, Martin Drug, The Colonial Grill Café. The building on the left has recently been restored. The last date shown in the City Directory for Gibson’s Market was in 1970. The photo was also used in the Daily Independent's Bicentennial edition.
Photo treasures
Do you recognize anybody in this picture? This is one of thousands of photos from the historic Oxford Studio in downtown Concord. Photographer Mike Anderson is moving into the studio, which has been home to some of the best photographers in Concord over the decades. Anderson found a treasure trove of photos and negatives and is working local history experts to preserve them. Email mplemmons@independenttribune.com if you recognize anybody in this photo. We'll be publishing more in the coming issues.
Park In Drive-In
This picture, taken in the mid 1970’s, of the Park In Drive-In Theater was brought to the History Room by Scott Hammett. The drive-in theater was located on US 29 at Sears Street, in Kannapolis. It had one screen and a car capacity of 468. It has since been torn down. In 1955, the Park-In Theater was operated by H. H. Everett of Everett Entertainment Corp of Charlotte.
Move-in Day
This photo comes from the 1969 Cap'n Pin annual of the Cabarrus Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. The caption read: "What a hectic day it was when the Freshmen moved in on August 26. the excitement actually being in nursing school, the job of carrying all those things upstairs and unpacking, the joy of deciding your roommate was OK, the goodbyes, the sudden realization that you were on your own - those things made August 26, 1968, a day to remember for Freshmen."
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