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Editorial
May 20, 1947
The Wilmington Morning Star
Wilmington, New Hanover County, North Carolina
What is this article about?
The Star Program outlines development initiatives for Southeastern North Carolina, prioritizing Wilmington's ports, infrastructure like roads and airport, agricultural and industrial growth, recreation, health facilities, fishing, and government consolidation.
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State ports with Wilmington favored in proportion with its resources, to include public terminals, tobacco storage warehouses, ship repair facilities, nearby sites for heavy industry and 35-foot Cape Fear river channel.
City auditorium large enough to meet needs for years to come.
Development of Southeastern North Carolina agricultural and industrial resources through better markets and food processing, pulp wood production and factories.
Emphasis on the region's recreation advantages and improvement of resort accommodations.
Improvement of Southeastern North Carolina's farm-to-market and primary roads, with a paved highway from Topsail inlet to Bald Head island.
Continued effort through the City's Industrial Agency to attract more industries.
Proper utilization of Bluethenthal airport for expanding air service.
Development of Southeastern North Carolina's health facilities, especially in counties lacking hospitals, and including a Negro Health center.
Encouragement of the growth of commercial fishing.
Consolidation of City and County governments.
State ports with Wilmington favored in proportion with its resources, to include public terminals, tobacco storage warehouses, ship repair facilities, nearby sites for heavy industry and 35-foot Cape Fear river channel.
City auditorium large enough to meet needs for years to come.
Development of Southeastern North Carolina agricultural and industrial resources through better markets and food processing, pulp wood production and factories.
Emphasis on the region's recreation advantages and improvement of resort accommodations.
Improvement of Southeastern North Carolina's farm-to-market and primary roads, with a paved highway from Topsail inlet to Bald Head island.
Continued effort through the City's Industrial Agency to attract more industries.
Proper utilization of Bluethenthal airport for expanding air service.
Development of Southeastern North Carolina's health facilities, especially in counties lacking hospitals, and including a Negro Health center.
Encouragement of the growth of commercial fishing.
Consolidation of City and County governments.
What sub-type of article is it?
Infrastructure
Agriculture
Trade Or Commerce
What keywords are associated?
Star Program
Wilmington Ports
North Carolina Development
Infrastructure Improvement
Agricultural Resources
Industrial Attraction
Health Facilities
Commercial Fishing
What entities or persons were involved?
Wilmington
Southeastern North Carolina
City And County Governments
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Star Program For Southeastern North Carolina Development
Stance / Tone
Promotional Plan
Key Figures
Wilmington
Southeastern North Carolina
City And County Governments
Key Arguments
Favor State Ports Including Wilmington With Public Terminals, Tobacco Warehouses, Ship Repair, Heavy Industry Sites, And 35 Foot Cape Fear River Channel
Build City Auditorium Sufficient For Future Needs
Develop Agricultural And Industrial Resources Via Better Markets, Food Processing, Pulp Wood, And Factories
Emphasize Recreation Advantages And Improve Resort Accommodations
Improve Farm To Market And Primary Roads, Including Paved Highway From Topsail Inlet To Bald Head Island
Continue Attracting Industries Through City's Industrial Agency
Utilize Bluethenthal Airport For Expanding Air Service
Develop Health Facilities, Especially In Counties Without Hospitals, Including A Negro Health Center
Encourage Commercial Fishing Growth
Consolidate City And County Governments