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Date: April 24, 2004
Milepost: 241
Location: Doughton Park
Comment: Robert Lee Doughton - For whom Doughton Park is named, was born in Alleghany County, North Carolina, November 7, 1863. An original and leading advocate for the establishment and development of the Blue Ridge Parkway. He was a member of the United States House of Representatives 1911 - 1953. Chairman of its committee on ways and means 1933 - 1947 and 1949 - 1953.
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