NCPI Workmark
Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

Search Results


6 results for "Crittenden, Charles Christopher"
Currently viewing results 1 - 6
PAGE OF 1
Record #:
19729
Abstract:
The numerous sounds, rivers and creeks of North Carolina's coastal plain, although shallow and dangerous for large ocean-going vessels, were well suited for small craft and were great channels of commerce and trade before the installation of railroads. This article looks at changes in the inland waterways during this period as well as use for waterways, the kinds of vessels found on the waterways and difficulties in navigation.
Full Text:
Record #:
19740
Abstract:
This article looks at the limited means for communication in North Carolina during the revolutionary period. The piece focuses on challenges to timely communication centered on the slow development of a proper postal system in the state, including an examination of messenger services, poor facilities and roads, and prohibitive costs as well as the consequences of unreliable communication methods.
Full Text:
Record #:
19732
Abstract:
This article looks at the conditions of various overland travel routes and methods of transportation from 1763-1789 using period accounts. This includes descriptions of road conditions, river and stream crossings, east-west travel routes, ferry crossings, bridges, woodland trails, lodgings, ordinaries, inns, taverns, travel on horseback, travel by wagon, travel by carriage, travel on foot, and travel during the Revolutionary War.
Full Text:
Record #:
15641
Abstract:
When rising costs necessitated a move out of New York City, Concentrate Manufacturing Corporation, which manufactures for Roger & Gallet, Perfumers, selected a vacant plant in Penderlea in Pender County. The company manufactures perfumes, quality soaps, talcum powder, and other products for shipment in the United States and around the world.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1955, p12, il
Full Text:
Record #:
19640
Abstract:
The author examines the 18th century coastline and the geographical impediments which hindered the state's overseas commerce. Discussed are the major bodies of water throughout eastern North Carolina including the Cape Fear River, the sounds, and Ocracoke Inlet and the men who sailed these waters and attempted to improve navigation throughout the period.
Full Text:
Record #:
19543
Abstract:
English settlements in America were organized through charters, a legal document granting private individuals to own and govern pieces of land until the Lords of Trade recognized this did not serve England and began dissolving these charters. For North Carolina, the author looks at the history of charters within the state in two distinct periods; the first from 1706-1726 when charter owners were persuaded to give up their claims either by law or voluntarily and the second from 1726-1729 when charters were purchased out right from their proprietors.
Full Text: