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Harris Crossroads, North Carolina: Roadside Rock Grave of Senator Jeffreys

His final exercise in Senatorial privilege.

Address:
US Hwy 401, Harris Crossroads, NC
Directions:
On US 401 close to the intersection of Hwy 98, in an exposed solid granite rock about 100 yards west of a highway marker (note: marker reported missing in 2011), back in the woods.
Hours:
Obey posted signs. Local health policies may affect hours and access.
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Roadside Rock Grave of Senator Jeffreys

The historical marker for the Grave of Senator Jeffreys no longer stands, and the slab covering the final resting place of William Andrew Jeffreys is now smashed to bits.

[Amy Robbins-Tjaden, 05/14/2011]
Roadside Rock Grave of Senator Jeffries

If you're on a "NC Grave Tour" you may as well visit State Senator Jeffries. He has his own NC Historical Highway Marker on US 401 close to the intersection of HWY 98. He's buried in an exposed solid granite rock about 100 yards west of the highway Marker.

[Greg Brown, 01/26/2001]

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