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1910 textile history letters [vertical file]
A collection of letters related to requests for information for "The History, Development, and Influence of Cotton Mills in North Carolina." The inquiries were made by State Normal and Industrial College librarian Annie F. Petty and future alumnus Clara Booth Byrd. Assisting in the research were Bernard Cone, D. A. Tompkins, and representatives of many cotton mills and banks.
1986 Greensboro annual report
This annual report provides a highly detailed review of the municipal government services and activities. These in depth descriptions of city government include an organizational chart, a general budget, a description of how bonds are used, and highlights from municipal services over the past year. Of note, the report also reviews existing minority programs, urban renewal under the Redevelopment Commission, and technologies in current use.
A land use plan for the Greensboro metropolitan area
This report provides a broad overview of the varied land uses within the city of Greensboro. It also describes and maps the various industrial, business, and residential zones within the city and surrounding area and provides general guidelines for future growth. The report also addresses the impacts of anticipated population growth on these demographic areas.
A public improvements program for Greensboro, North Carolina, a projection for the next twenty years
This report reviews municipal services and provides forecasts for future demands on these services with broad suggestions to reduce potential issues. Of note, these services include an evaluation of the water supply, sanitation, transportation systems, capital building projects, and a brief mention of urban renewal programs. (14 pages, illustrations, 28 cm)
A report on your city government
This report provides a summary of the many activities and accomplishments from municipal government departments. Such departments include finance, public utilities, sanitation, transportation, cultural and recreational institutions, and public safety.
A report on your city government for 1957-1958
This short report comprises a listing of all elected city officials along with descriptions of each department's responsibilities and flow charts of how the municipal government is organized. Each department lists its major accomplishments during 1957-1958 time frame and future plans.
A report on your city government for 1959 and 1960
This short report comprises a listing of all elected city officials along with descriptions of each department's responsibilities and flow charts of how the municipal government is organized. Each department lists its major accomplishments during 1959-1960 time frame and plans for future growth.
A romance of education
The definitive early history of Greensboro College, written in 1946 by one of its former presidents with a collection of many historic essays.
A self-guided walking tour of Old Greensborough and the Downtown Historic District
Pamphlet detailing a walking through Greensboro's historic downtown area.
A slice of College Hill history
History of the home at 124 South Mendenhall Street in College Hill.
A study of the mill schools of North Carolina
John Harrison Cook's doctoral report of mill schools in North Carolina published by Columbia University's Teachers College as number 178 for their long running "Contributions to Education" series. Cook's report is divided into four chapters with thirty-three data tables. The schools of Greensboro, North Carolina are mentioned at least fifteen times.
Alamance Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Guilford County, North Carolina
A listing of persons buried in the cemetery, with available birth and death dates. Appendix: Servicemen.
An economic base study of the city of Greensboro
This report provides statistical economic data for the greater Greensboro area in 1961. It describes major economic factors and trends and serves as a basis for projections and forecasts for future economic activity. (ii, 82 pages color maps (some folded) 28 cm)
An historical study of residential development in Greensboro, 1808-1965
Book report by Jonathan F. Baylin on the history of Greensboro's residential development. Baylin explains his research practices and divides the 157 year history into three sections, followed by an analysis of Greensboro's growth.
An important message from your city and county leaders
This brochure describes planned capital improvements to downtown governmental buildings and cultural institutions in the city. The brochure also describes how the proposed improvements will be financed and the importance of bonds for the project.
Annexation
This report documents that findings of an annexation study used by municipal leaders to generate opportunities for economic growth and meet potential problems. The report reviews the history of Greensboro's expansion, details the methodology of the study, describes the findings of the annexation study, and suggests geographic areas that would be better served through incorporation into the city of Greensboro. (22 pages charts, maps, tables, 28 cm)

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