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| Almost overnight the Beaufort Bottling Works of Washington grew into one of the most extensive businesses in the town of Washington. W. R. Roberson added the "Dr. Pepper" franchise to his list of bottled drinks and from the outset the popularity of the new drink brought a comparatively obscure business to the forefront. Dr. Pepper today is served to more than a quarter of a million people in eastern Carolina. At the time this photo was taken, only seventeen people were employed in its manufacture and delivery. Eight trucks reached the several counties included in the franchise and additions were being made to the personnel. The Dr. Pepper plant was modernly equipped and one of Washington's most rapidly growing enterprises. |