August 9, 1987 — “The bells have been ringing for 50 years.”
Former U.S. Sen. Harry F. Byrd Jr. keynoted a special commemorative ceremony at the Luray Singing Tower Saturday with praise for the 47-bell memorial to Belle Brown Northcott and the family which conceived and supported it.
“It’s a great day for Luray and the people of this community,” he said to a crowd of some 60 persons gathered at the base of the 113-foot stone structure.
The tower was dedicated in 1937 as a gift to the town from Col. T.C. Northcott and his daughter, Katherine Northcott Graves, in memory of Northcott’s wife.
~ From the public archives of the Page News and Courier
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The Luray Carillon has begun its recital season for 2025. Recitals occur Saturdays @ 7, Sundays at 3.
We go back up to the low rock wall, set out folding chairs and have a picnic for dinner. We have friends that usually join us.
I have to say I am profoundly disappointed in the lack of attendance at these recitals. Luray and Page do absolutely nothing to promote these events. So, if anyone wants a fun, free event that is great for family, friends, or lovers, this is for you. Kids can play on the huge lawn too.
Your survey question this week about spending $200 million on building a new ballroom at the Whitehouse failed to mention that the money is coming from donations from President Trump’s friends and not tax payer money.