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The Gaston Hotel Pamphlet
A Gaston Hotel brochure advertising New Bern as the halfway point between New York and Florida. The second page lists historical fun facts about New Bern and the last page lists the activities for the hotel. The brochure lists J.V. Blades as the…
Position: 798 (15 views)
William Gaston's Law Office Photograph
Pictured in the photograph is the original law office of William Gaston before it was moved and reconstructed in 1949. The photo shows the house caving in the middle, but still looks as it did when it was first constructed.
The office originally…
The office originally…
Position: 664 (22 views)
Gaston Office Foundation Photograph
"Foundation of Gaston's office, May 15, 1948, between city hall and church yard. This site was banned and another chosen in north-west corner of city hall yard."
Position: 699 (20 views)
Construction of the Gaston Law Office Photograph
The reconstruction of the Gaston Law Office is shown in this photograph dated February 16, 1949. Though the office looks different, the foundation and standing of the building is much stronger.
A note on the back of the photographs reads:…
A note on the back of the photographs reads:…
Position: 770 (16 views)
Local Craftsmen for the Gaston Law Office Photograph
"Vale" and "Shorty" are photographed during the construction of the chimney for the Gaston Law Office on April 12, 1949.
Position: 770 (16 views)
Gaston's Office
"Gaston's Office--the finished product, Apr. 13, 1949."
Position: 699 (20 views)
Photograph of William Gaston's Tomb
A photograph of William Gaston's tomb. The New Bern-born Congressman, Gaston passed away in 1844, leaving a lot of his land and property to be sold into six different partitions.
Position: 770 (16 views)
New Bern Horticultural Fair Admission Slip
A complimentary admission ticket for James A. Bryan for the New Bern Horticultural Fair, May 21 and 22, 1907.
Position: 856 (12 views)
Postcard From J.M. Mitchell and Company
A postcard "Compliments of J.M. Mitchell and Co." Beautifully ornate background with a purple flower and gold lettering. J.M. Mitchell and Co. was a business opened in 1912 by James M. Mitchell and his business partner, Aubrey T. Walsh. The company…
Position: 819 (14 views)
Alderman Election Card for L.R. Morgan
Political election card for Leander R. "Lee" Morgan, who is running for New Bern Alderman in 1971. This card lists many of his qualifications as well as his personal attributes.
Position: 699 (20 views)
Campaign flyer for L.R. (Lee) Morgan
Campaign flyer for Leander R. "Lee" Morgan, who is running for Mayor of New Bern. This flyer lists his qualifications for mayor and his personal attributes. He states that he is "a proven representative of the people."
Position: 754 (17 views)
"A Few Scattering Thoughts Dedicated to the Readers of this Pamphlet By A Young Teacher, Entertaining the Slight Faith That They Might Not Be Without Some Good Effect."
John Stanly Thomas writes to young students urging them to protect their sense of individuality and worth. He also encourages them to follow the Christian Church and read the Bible. He states "...let us be honest with ourselves regardless of human…
Position: 754 (17 views)
The National Bank of New-Berne Collection Notice
The National Bank of New-Berne collection note with G.H. Roberts' printed signature.
Transcription of part of the document:
"Inclosed renewal [?] note which please have executed & return with $40 to pay Interest on same. Are you aware that the…
Transcription of part of the document:
"Inclosed renewal [?] note which please have executed & return with $40 to pay Interest on same. Are you aware that the…
Position: 770 (16 views)
Stock Certificate for one share New Bern Athletic Association
This certificate of stock from the New Bern Athletic Association, Inc. states that C.S. Hollister Jr. owns one share of Capital Stock, valued at $10. Secretary H.E. Barlow and President Wm. B. Blades signed the certificate.
Position: 742 (18 views)
September, 1912 New Bern Cotton Oil & Fertilizer Mills Calendar
A calendar for the New Bern Cotton Oil and Fertilizer Company issued in 1912 depicts a couple kissing while checking under the hood of their vehicle that was drawn in 1910. Under the picture there is a line that states "short circuited under the…
Position: 720 (19 views)