Spoon, William L. (William Luther), 1862-1942

William Luther Spoon (1862-1942), a native of Alamance County, N.C., attended the University of North Carolina where he was a member of the Elisha Mitchell Scientific Society. After graduating he worked as a surveyor, teacher, inventor, map maker, and traveling salesman. After marrying Addie Vernon Neville, he was appointed supervisor of public roads in Alamance County and worked as an agent of the United States Department of Agriculture.

From the description of William L. Spoon papers, 1705-1928. (East Carolina University). WorldCat record id: 310981363

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