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<b><center><font size="+3">Dalton, GA</font> <br><a href="http://www.mcguffey.net/carpetring.html">Join the Carpet Webring HERE!</a></center></b><br><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The links on this page form a "Gateway" to Dalton, Georgia,
one of the most beautiful small towns in Northwest Georgia.&nbsp; Whether
you are interested in opening a major manufacturing operation or an afternoon
of trout fishing, Dalton has everything you need.  We welcome you!

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B>Dalton
is in Whitfield County, Georgia, U.S.A. </B>(34° 46' 11.0" N., 84° 58' 13.0" W.; Eastern Time Zone).&nbsp; It is nestled between Rocky Face Ridge and Fort Mountain (Chatsworth), and can be reached on land by traveling north from Atlanta (GA) or south from Chattanooga (TN) on Interstate 75.&nbsp; Get off at Exit 328, 333 or 336 and travel east to reach the downtown area.&nbsp; You can get information regarding air travel by calling (706) 278-1913.&nbsp; Geographically, Dalton is approximately
ninety (90) miles north of Atlanta, twenty-five (25) miles south of Chattanooga,
and twelve (12) miles west of Chatsworth (Murray County).<br><br>
&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dalton, Georgia, grew up in an area originally known as Cross Plains, developed in 1837.  In 1847, Dalton was incorporated.  A.E. Blunt was its first Mayor and Postmaster.  The Blunt House, built in 1848 (506 S. Thornton Avenue), remains one of Dalton's historic homes and is regularly open for tours.  Among the other historic sites are: The General Joseph E. Johnston statue, the Wink Theater(1938), the Causby Building(1925), the Dalton Florist(1890), the Landmark Building(1844/1923), the Robert Loveman Home(1925), the Thomas Felker Home(1890), the Dalton Depot(1852 - all surveys originated from a site in the Depot lobby), City Hall (1937) and the Huff House (1850 - Gen. Johnston's headquarters).
<p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dalton has a rich history.  From its Cherokee roots, to its Civil War battle sites, to its position as <b>Carpet Capital of the World</b>, Dalton has something for everyone.  You will find hometown charm at the Oakwood Cafe, scenic beauty in the surrounding mountain ridges and access to shopping, regardless of whether you seek the latest fashions or antiques from yesteryear.  Dalton welcomes you!  If you have any questions about the area, the history or what to do while you are here, do not hesitate to contact me at <a href="mailto:webguide@mcguffey.net">webguide@mcguffey.net</a>, contact the <b><A HREF="http://www.daltonchamber.org/">Dalton-Whitfield
Chamber of Commerce</A></b>, or contact the <b><a href="http://www.daltoncvb.com/">Dalton Convention and Visitors Bureau</a></b>.  This site will either get you an answer or will put you in contact with someone who can.
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<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B><U>A Taste of Dalton</U></B>
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B>The Oakwood Cafe</B> (706) 278-4421
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Gill's Grill (706) 278-6888
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Dalton Depot (706) 226-3160.
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Find other great local restaurants on the Chamber of Commerce page, linked below.

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B><U>Civil War Sites</U></B>

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Civil War buffs will be interested in visiting the
Dug Gap Battle Park (706) 278-0217.&nbsp; In 1864, Sherman pursued Joe
Johnston from Dalton to Resaca, and beyond, as he marched on Atlanta. There
are thirty-two Civil War markers in Whitfield County, which makes the area
a significant link on the Blue-Gray Trail.

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B><U>Downtown Area/Antiques</U></B>
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<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; While in Dalton, visit our historic downtown area.&nbsp; Other great places to visit in Whitfield County and Murray County (our neighbor) include the Blunt House
(706) 278-0217, the Chief Vann House (706) 695-2598, Fort Mountain State Park (706) 695-2621.&nbsp; If you visit in May or October, call (706) 694-6455 to get information on the Prater's Mill Country Fair.&nbsp; The Convention and Visitors Bureau has the scoop on other local sites and events&nbsp; (706) 272-7676. Antique stores in the area (twenty minute drive or less)
include Angies Affordable Antiques (861-3159), Back in Time (278-4052), Blue Bird Antiques (259-9780), Brown's Antiques (226-8635), Classic Antique Mall (891-1251), Dacus Antique Mall (423-622-2220), <B>Gateway Antique Center (858-9685)</B> and Peaches Antiques (277-4501).&nbsp;&nbsp; And if you are looking for a bargain, on Saturday and Sunday, you will find a HUGE flea market on Cleveland Highway, about five miles north of town.
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<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B><U>Golf</U></B>

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; North Nob Golf Club&nbsp; (706) 694-8505
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Spring Lakes Golf Club&nbsp; (706) 695-9300
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Indian Trace Golf Club (706) 695-7353
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Tunnel Hill Golf Club (706) 673-4131
<BR>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; LaFayette Golf Club (706) 638-0220

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; <B><U>General Information about the Area</U></B>

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our local newspaper is <A HREF="http://www.northwestgeorgia.com">The Daily Citizen</A>.&nbsp; It, along with the <B><A HREF="http://www.daltonchamber.org/">Dalton-Whitfield
Chamber of Commerce</A></b> and <b><a href="http://www.daltoncvb.com/">Dalton Convention and Visitors Bureau</a></B>have or has access to other vital information regarding the Dalton-Whitfield area. Local events are often posted on <A HREF="http://nwgeorgia.com/eventsnews.htm">NW Georgia Events &amp; News</A> and larger events are posted on the <A HREF="http://virtual.chattanooga.net/cvb/events/events.html">Chattanooga
Events Page</A>.&nbsp; Information regarding Chattanooga events (only twenty-five
minutes away), including theater, movie and other entertainment information,
is posted on the <A HREF="http://www.chattimes.com">Chattanooga Times</A>
web page.  <a href="http://www.tvguide.com/Listings/FrameBase.asp?GB=4&I=63115&Zip=30720">Click here</a> for local TV listings.

<P>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Our local phone utility is ALLTEL (706) 279-7010.&nbsp;
We are in the (706) area code, so for long distance information dial (706)
555-1212.
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