Canadian Tariffs Hit Home in Elizabeth City Lumber Industry

Michael R. Worthington's reflections on the Canadian tariffs' impact on the economy highlight the significance of the lumber industry in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The town was literally and figuratively built by the lumber mills that processed logs from the Pasquotank River and the Dismal Swamp Canal. These logs were particularly valuable due to their light weight and resistance to rot.

The residents of the Great Dismal Swamp also contributed to the industry, producing shingles and siding that were highly desirable for construction due to their durability. According to Worthington, these materials 'lasted a long time on houses.'