Charles A. Cannon 1892-1971
Inscription
Cannon Mills president,
1921-1962; advanced the
marketing of textiles. Civic
leader and health care
benefactor. Grave is one
mile south.
Location
AddressUS 29/601 in Concord
CityConcord
CountyCabarrus
StateNorth Carolina
Coordinates35.436640, -80.603850
Sources
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