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Smithfield Chamber of Commerce

 Organization

Biography

The Smithfield Chamber of Commerce held its first meeting on October 8, 1909, in Mayor James Wellons’ law office in Smithfield, NC. The following officers were elected: James Wellons – President; W. H. Austin - Vice-President; Harry P. Stevens – Secretary/Treasurer. The organizations goal was to develop and carry out ideas that would help to promote and grow the Town of Smithfield.

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

Smithfield Chamber of Commerce Papers

 Collection — legal box: PC 110-115
Identifier: PC00113
Scope and Contents

The Smithfield Chamber of Commerce Minutes 1909-1917 consist of minutes, membership rolls, copies of receipts.

Dates: Record Keeping: 1991 October 28; 1904-1969