Record #:

20218

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

North Carolina came late into the history of American fiction. Until the middle of the 19th century, few novelists had used the state for background or character, and often life as it actually existed in North Carolina was not taken into account. But in 1850 several novels appeared in which North Carolina received its first contemporary fictional treatment by one who knew of and had been a part of life in the state--Gregory Seaworthy, aka George Higby Throop.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 33 Issue 1, Jan 1956, p12-44, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

American fiction--North Carolina--Bibliography; Throop, George Higby, 1818-1896

Record #:

20379

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

This is a reprint of a paper presented at the 50th annual session of the State Literary and Historical Association in Raleigh, December, 1950. This paper examines the life and writings of Boston born William Hill Brown, credited for writing the first American novel. Brown was only in North Carolina for a year, where he visited relatives, studied law, and wrote poetry before falling ill and dying of fever in September, 1793. An account of his time and writings while in North Carolina, as well as excerpts from these writings, are included.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 28 Issue 2, April 1951, p138-155, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Brown, William Hill, 1765-1793

Record #:

21353

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Born and raised in Surry County, Hardin Edwards Taliaferro was a Baptist minister, writer, and editor of the 'South Western Baptist.' Within a three year period, he wrote a deeply religious book and a humorous one which won him acclaim as a regional literary humorist.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 55 Issue 4, Oct 1978, p375-395 , por, map Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Authors; Taliaferro, Hardin Edwards, 1811-1875

Record #:

21399

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

In both North and South Carolina, there is a story of a supposed conversation between the governors of the two states in which one remarks to the other, 'It's a damn long time between drinks.' Historians have attempted to track down the saying to its origin but have had little success. Purported roots of the saying have been identified between governors in 1838, 1867, and the 1870s.

Source:

Administration of Justice Bulletin (NoCar KFN 7908 .A15 U6), Vol. 59 Issue 2, 1982, p160-171 , il, por, f

Subject(s):

Sayings and phrases

Record #:

24557

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

This article discusses Nathan G. Gooding, business manager of the ‘Tar Heel,’ and Thomas Wolfe, editor, and their experiences at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 39 Issue 15, January 1972, p13-14, por

Subject(s):

Wolfe, Thomas, 1900-1938; University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Record #:

24681

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Walser discusses John Lawson (1674-1712) and his contributions to the historical studies and exploration of North Carolina. Lawson wrote the famous ‘History of North Carolina,’ which was a mixture of facts, tall tales, and thrilling true adventures.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 22 Issue 15, December 1954, p15, 20, il

Subject(s):

Lawson, John, 1674-1712; North Carolina--History--Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Record #:

32240

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Walser gives a profile of Author and Northampton resident Bernice Kelly Harris. Originally from Raleigh, Harris moved to Seaboard, NC to teach English and has authored seven novels and numerous plays.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 26 Issue 13, Nov 1958, p15, por

Subject(s):

Seaboard--Description and travel; Northampton County--Description and travel; Harris, Bernice Kelly, 1891-1973; Playwrights--North Carolina; Authors, North Carolina--Women

Record #:

35163

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

In 1841, it appeared to rain blood, which was later found out to be part of a large amount of butterflies shedding their pupa. However, this did not stop more extreme explanations from coming forth.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 6 Issue 2, Dec 1958, p34-35 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Weather; Folklore--Weather

Record #:

35280

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

In 1857, two photographers competed for favor with customers, the evidence of which was laid out in their newspaper advertisements.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 15 Issue 2, Nov 1967, p71-76 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Photographers; Photography

Record #:

35463

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

The author surmises where the tradition of Old Buck came from as a part of Old Christmas in the Outer Banks.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 19 Issue 3, May 1971, p135-136, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Traditions--North Carolina, Coastal; Christmas--Rodanthe; Superstition--Christmas

Record #:

35467

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Brought over from the Bahamas, the John Kuner celebration was held on or around Christmas. The celebration included costumes, songs, a performance, and dancing; the traditions was continuously practiced until the turn of the 20th century.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 19 Issue 4, Nov 1971, p160-172, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Christmas--History; Superstition--Christmas

Record #:

35552

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Recalling upon his time spent in the Sahara Desert on vacation., the author notes that the use of the word “folklore” in every language he heard, including English, Spanish, French, German, and Swedish, when the guides were speaking about a traditional folk dance.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 20 Issue 4, Nov 1972, p169-170 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Linguistics

Record #:

35740

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Starting in the mid-1800s, a comical parade of Don Quixote and his comrades, known as the Don Quixote Invincibles, made their way across the NC State fairgrounds. This tradition of satire and frivolity continued on various fairs and parades for several decades, until they eventually passed into obscurity.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 24 Issue 3, Nov 1976, p95-100 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Humor; Fairs--North Carolina

Record #:

35817

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

An avid contributor and integral member of the NC Folklore Journal, Guy Owen (1925-1981) incorporated folklore into his many books, poems, and teachings.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 29 Issue 2, Fall-Spring 1981, p91-93 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Eulogy; Memorials

Record #:

36318

Author(s):

Walser, Richard

Abstract:

Because of a resurgence of interest in the topic, this article was reprinted from an earlier journal (See 19.4 1971:160-172).

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 47 Issue 2, Mid-Winter 2000, p96-110 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Christmas; African Americans--Social life and customs--Christmas; Masks