I-85 through Gaston County is named in honor of Senator Marshall Arthur Rauch - I see his name nearly every day. I always wonder about the people whom highways and bridges and such - like Watson Brame, and Bill Lee - are named for. Thank you for sharing about Sen. Rauch’s connection to the ornaments so many of us have known our entire lives.
Very enjoyable, Jeremy! I grew up in eastern NC, and did not know about Marshall Rauch and his Christmas balls! I am forwarding your post to my friend from Gastonia who probably knows about it! Merry, Merry everyone! Happy Festivus as well.
Finally! A story related to Gastonia that throws sparkle instead of shade! Although it still is the best place for an ass-whuppin'... Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukah, Senator Rauch (and to you and yours, Jeremy)!
I-85 through Gaston County is named in honor of Senator Marshall Arthur Rauch - I see his name nearly every day. I always wonder about the people whom highways and bridges and such - like Watson Brame, and Bill Lee - are named for. Thank you for sharing about Sen. Rauch’s connection to the ornaments so many of us have known our entire lives.
Very enjoyable, Jeremy! I grew up in eastern NC, and did not know about Marshall Rauch and his Christmas balls! I am forwarding your post to my friend from Gastonia who probably knows about it! Merry, Merry everyone! Happy Festivus as well.
Finally! A story related to Gastonia that throws sparkle instead of shade! Although it still is the best place for an ass-whuppin'... Merry Christmas and Happy Hannukah, Senator Rauch (and to you and yours, Jeremy)!
He and my cousin Jack Rhyne were great friends during their time in the GA. I'll listen to this tomorrow! Thanks Jeremy.