Half century book 1891-1941, Cone Export & Commission Co.
Date
1941
Creator (group/organization)
Cone Export & Commission Co.
Subject headings
Cone Mills Corporation;Textile industry -- North Carolina -- Greensboro
Place
Greensboro (N.C.)
Description
This folder contains a book designed to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Cone Mills. Included in the book are photos of the Cone Brothers; Julius, Cesar and Moses. There are several pages that detail the establishment of the Cone Export and Commission Company and a foldout map with photos and a legend of the executive offices, mills, and sales offices. Also featured are vintage advertisements and histories for the different mill products like Velvelette, Denim Deeptone, Corduroy, and Haynes Towels. There are many early photos of the Cesar Cone Public (Elementary) School, Camp Herman, the White Oak YMCA, the interior of one of the production mills, the current directors and treasurers, and the Proximity Mill Float of the Greensboro Centennial Parade.
