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Craven County Farm Life School Graduation Announcement, 1930
This graduation announcement lists the twenty-one members of the class of 1930 along with the class motto (Sunrise not Sunset), the class colors (Lavender and Gold), and the class flower (Sweet Pea).
Graduating members include Mary Gardner…
Graduating members include Mary Gardner…
Position: 1025 (14 views)
Bishop J.W. Hood, D.D.
Picture and brief biography of James Walker Hood, Bishop in the A.M.E. Zion Church, who lived in New Bern, N.C. Item appears to be clipped from Twentieth century Negro literature, or, A cyclopedia of thought on the vital topics relating to the…
Position: 28 (184 views)
Hon. John P. Green
Picture and brief biography of John P. Green, an Ohio legislator born in New Bern, N.C. Appears to be clipped from Twentieth century Negro literature, or, A cyclopedia of thought on the vital topics relating to the American Negro edited by D.W. Culp…
Position: 653 (71 views)
The New Bern Tribune
The New Bern Tribune insert of April 1934 gives insight into local agriculture, politics, railroads, and businesses.
Position: 311 (101 views)
In Memoriam, John A. Guion, M.D., New Bern, N.C., 1819-1894
Booklet detailing the history of the Guion family and giving a life story of Dr. John Amos Guion, of New Bern.
Position: 250 (117 views)
A Preliminary Report for the Use of the Archeological Project at the Site of Tryon's Palace in New Bern, N.C.
Before the reconstruction in the fifties, an archeological dig was conducted in the forties for Tryon Palace. This is a report on the history of Tryon Palace and what can be and cannot be found on that site.
Position: 719 (66 views)
Historical Address Given By Mrs. W.F. Dowdy Upon The Occasion of The Celebration of The Hundredth Anniversary of The Benevolent Society of New Bern, N.C.
The Benevolent Society started July 4, 1837 as a group of women that carried out local charities in New Bern. This transcript is from the Society's Centennial Celebration in 1937. The speech was given by one of the youngest members of the group, Mrs.…
Position: 742 (64 views)
Premium List of the Seventh Annual Exhibition of the East Carolina Fish, Oyster, Game and Industrial Association to be Held at New-Berne, N.C.
The Seventh Annual Exhibition of the East Carolina Fish, Oyster, Game and Industrial Association is being held in New Bern in February of 1894. Within the booklet, there are lists of prizes for game, livestock, fish, textiles, art, and crops…
Position: 403 (89 views)
New Bern Fair. 14th Exhibition and Race Meet, Nov. 12-17, 1900, New Bern, N.C.
The Fourteenth Annual Exhibition of the East Carolina Fish, Oyster, Game and Industrial Association is being held in New Bern in November of 1900. Within the booklet, there are lists of prizes for game, livestock, fish, textiles, art, and crops…
Position: 483 (82 views)
Complimentary Ball to the Elm City Base Ball Club
Invitation and a ticket to a ball held in honor of the Elm City Base Ball Club on November 6, 1874.
Position: 189 (140 views)
Grand Military Ball invitation, 1876
An invitation to a "Grand Military Ball" given by The Newbern Grays and the Elm City Riflemen for members of the Press Association of North Carolina meeting in New Bern in May 1876. The ball will be held at Stanly Hall. The names of the managers and…
Position: 842 (58 views)
Life of a Confederate Soldier in a Federal Prison
This short volume describes the experiences of a Craven County resident while in a northern prison camp during the latter part of the Civil War.
John B. Ernul (May 28, 1843-January 13 or 14, 1918) enlisted in 1st Co. I, 10th Regiment, NCST, on…
John B. Ernul (May 28, 1843-January 13 or 14, 1918) enlisted in 1st Co. I, 10th Regiment, NCST, on…
Position: 7 (279 views)
What New Bern, N.C. Has to Offer You: A Hand Book of Useful Information.
Booklet detailing New Bern's history and businesses around 1910.
Position: 577 (76 views)
Schedule B. Tax State and County Revenue Act 1899
Broadside by Joseph L. Hahn, Sheriff of Craven County, announcing the tax for Schedule B of the Revenue Act of 1899. Each business of a particular trade is taxed a different rate based on the trade. For example, Gypsies or persons telling fortunes…
Position: 1021 (17 views)
A Card, To the Republicans of Craven County
Broadside written by James C. Harrison, Republican Register of Deeds, defending himself against attacks from members of his own party.
Position: 67 (168 views)