Corridor promoted to save textile’s past (Another pork barrel to be opened)

news record ^ | 11/28/05 | Donald W. Patterson

[Rebelbase]

The beaches have their thing that attracts tourists; the mountains have the natural beauty,” said Gail Knauff, a founding member of the Haw River Historical Association. “The Piedmont area needs something. The thing that connects the area together is the textile industry.”

Oceans/Mountains/Textiles..... "Honey where do you want to go for vacation this year, the mountains or the beach?" ...'Gosh, I don't know darling, I was thinking maybe we could go to the textile corridor instead'....

The NC Piedmont is desperate to find it's identity. Decades of talk about regionalism has produced nothing of substance other than the Research Triangle Park.

This area is similar to a collection of Greek city-states at war with each other for economic gain.

[Rebelbase]

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[Constitution Day]

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[Tax-chick]

Snooooooooze.

Actually, I'm interested in industrial history, and wouldn't mind seeing some of the things they suggest, if we happened to be in the area anyway. But forget about spending National Parks money on it!

[billbears]

This area is similar to a collection of Greek city-states at war with each other for economic gain

However when it came to Greek city-states it wasn't always at the expense of the taxpayer. I bet our two 'conservative' Senators will be all for this waste of money

[annelizly]

oh great here we go again! Its not that i'm not all for preserving our history but why is this country all about tourism???!! When are we going to start spending our money building industry so that AMERICAN workers can have REAL jobs!?

[Rebelbase]

I've stumbled across several abandoned mills that are classic 19th century textile structures in my travels throughout my area. The problem with mainstreaming these into tourist destinations is they are off the beaten path in economically depressed areas miles from the interstate highway system.

A far as mill towns go there are several living examples today of row after row of identical mill houses in various counties; however, in the smaller towns these houses tend to be in the lower price ranges and are home to people who now have nothing to do with textiles. Some of these hoods have morphed into crack city, which is not your typical tourist fare.

[mcmuffin]

[carolinablonde]

Gee, here's a better idea: WHY NOT KEEP SOME REAL TEXTILE MILLS OPEN THAT REALLY PRODUCE FABRIC AND REALLY EMPLOY REAL, LIVE PEOPLE RATHER THAN SENDING THOSE JOBS TO CHINA AND MEXICO?

[Rebelbase]

If I'm not mistaken that map is a trail that connects both of the capital cities of the confederacy and runs 100% through old confederate territory.

Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton are surely going to jump into this and extort millions for the "black community" (themselves) to make sure the slaves contribution of cotton picking is accurately displayed in this venture.

[billbears]

When are we going to start spending our money building industry so that AMERICAN workers can have REAL jobs!?

Hmmmm, it's not the business of the national government to 'spend our money building industry'. You see? Republicans truly are returning to their roots. American System anyone? D#mn Henry Clay.

[azhenfud]

Well of curse, bb. That specific "corridor" just happens to be right downtown Salisbury. Wonder whichy Beloved Senator (R-NC) will laud the way? Hurts my mind to try figuring this one out!

[JohnnyZ]

I weep for the children forced to visit textile museums in the future.

[JohnnyZ]

When are we going to start spending our money building industry so that AMERICAN workers can have REAL jobs!?

It's more like STOP spending the peoples' money so small business and private industry can get on with creating real jobs.

[JohnnyZ]

Hmmmm, it's not the business of the national government to 'spend our money building industry'.

bill, we're like twins, but not.

[JoeGar]

Oink, oink, oink.

[IndyInVa]

If the government would just get out of the way (get rid of onerous taxes and ridiculous regulations) American industry would build itself. When smart and/or lazy people find out it's easier to write grant proposals than to build something worthwhile, then they will write grant proposals.

[cf_river_rat]

attract tourists to communities devastated by plant closings and job losses.

Ha - freekin - Ha. Sure.

We see this as a project that will stir people at the grass-roots level.

Well then, I'm sure the grassroots folks will fund this thing 100%

Mill House in Erwin, NC

PO Office, Bynum, NC

Seriously, I love historical sites and these types of museums, but since when did the Fed have to fund them?

But hey, FWIW...

 

The Honorary Order of the Bobbin & Shuttle

One way to get involved and support the Southwide Textile Heritage Initiative is to enlist in the Order of the Bobbin & Shuttle. Dues are $30 and for joining we will send you a handsome enamel lapel pin. You will receive periodic updates. You will also receive the first issue of The Bobbin and Shuttle magazine.

Some towns have an historical society which is actively working to preserve this proud heritage. In areas where there are no such efforts you may want to consider starting a branch of the Order of the Bobbin & Shuttle.

If our ancestors are going to gain a lasting, honorable place in history it is up to us. The Southwide Textile Heritage is depending on your generosity. Join us.

[Clemenza]

A far as mill towns go there are several living examples today of row after row of identical mill houses in various counties; however, in the smaller towns these houses tend to be in the lower price ranges and are home to people who now have nothing to do with textiles.

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