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  • ^8 The Asheville (N. C.) Times, Monday, Feb. 1, 1965 from Page One Robertson Y Dedicated last year than ever before in Canton's history. "And this is another sign of progress," he said, referring to the new Robertson Memorial YMCA. "Add to this the fact that five new retail businesses opened their doors here last year, and that the city is now served by a new interstate highway. "It is even more encouraing to learn that Canton is continuing the progress that is so evident. I understand that the city is completing refill areas to expand city recreational facilities—that the board of education is preparing plans for still another new school for the primary grades, and that the city will soon ask the voters to approve plans for a new sewer system and for a new city hall." Of course, he added, any visitor to Canton will be impressed Iby the Robertson Memorial YMCA. "It is without doubt the finest building of its type in North Carolina," Bendetsen said. "In fact, I doubt there is a city thrice the size of Canton in the entire United States that can boast as fine a YMCA." He said there had been many remarkable tributes paid to Reuben Robertson during a lifetime of achievement and singular service—"perhaps one of the most memorable in 1950, when he was designated 'Man of the South'. "But I am certain that the honor bestowed on him today, the dedication of this YMCA bearing his name, will be his most cherished honor," Bendetsen said. "And while all new buildings in Canton are not dedicated to outstanding citizens, nevertheless, even those which are not so dedicated are, in another sense. The buildings, the highways, the city and educational facilities that are being completed now, are in fact tributes to the industry and the energy of the citizens of Canton. "They are tangible evidence," he added, "of the determination and dedication of Canton people and their sincere belief in the future of their city." Bendetsen said "progress such as we are here witnessing, reflects great credit on the citizens of Canton." "Every one here should be proud of their accomplishment," he said, "most of which springs solely from local efforts without reliance on outside assistance. "By the same token, you can be justly proud that local officials have been able to work effectively with state and federal governments to gain for Canton assistance in highway construction." Canton has produced many leaders, Bendetsen said, "and I would be remiss today if I did not mention the name of that distinguished citizen, the honorable Dan K. Moore, who is giving the great state of North Carolina inspired leadership fully in keeping with and beyond the great tradition of the high office he holds.' "In so doing, Bendetsen said, ''Gov. Moore has in countless ways exhibited the depth of his confidence in the future of this region. Bendetsen pointed out that Moore had planned to be here for the dedication but was taken down with a virus. "As each of you know," he said, "Gov. Moore was one of the first to assume an active role in the campaign to make this YMCA a reality and he served with Dr. Logan Robertson as co-chairman of this effort." The golden key to the new YMCA was presented to Robertson by William Stephens, chairman of the building committee. Stephens then presented the regular keys formally opening the new YMCA, to Jack Justice, general secretary. Others participating in the ceremonies were W. M. Lehm- kuhl, vice president of the Carolina division; Dr. Robertson, and Ralph Goforth, master of ceremonies. Music for the occasion was presented by the Canton High School band and the Community Chorus, an 85-member group from a dozen churches !n and around Canton.
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When it opened in 1908, the Champion Fibre Company was the largest pulp mill in the world. For 60 years it was under the leadership of Reuben "Mr. Champion" B. Robertson and was a...

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