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One of the homecoming traditions in Carteret County is Battle for the Bucket—a football game between East and West Carteret High Schools dating to the 1950s. Inspired by the traditions behind the game, the author includes a poem expressing personal significance of the game.
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34485
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The Davis Baptist Church first gathered in 1867, although it would be close to two decades before the Church purchased property to build a physical location. This article documents the leaders of the early Baptist Church and changes in property through the 20th century.
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This article presents a general historic overview of Hog Island, 1585-1711. Laughton discusses the island’s 16th century inhabitants, the Neusiok, and associated archaeological sites and historic records. While several historic shell mounds have been destroyed, other archaeological evidence continues to offer insight into the past. The historic record, on the other hand, details very little about Neusiok lifeways or political structure.
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34487
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Author Lila Morton reminisces on making incendiary fire balls with friends during her childhood.
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34488
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Williamson details a letter from Mr. Daniel Bryan Dickinson to the County Superintendent for school services rendered from 1883. The original letter is included with Williamson’s notes.
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34489
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This article is a reprint of an essay, submitted in 1930, by Lillian Rice to her Senior English IV class. Rice discusses her thoughts on graduating high school and the value that is placed on having a diploma.
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34490
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Lucas details growing up in Morehead City during the 1930s. She addresses various aspects of daily life including household chores, food preparation, and livestock. There are also personal recollections of the 1933 hurricane.
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34491
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This article is part of a larger work by Gules detailing an itinerary from Washington D.C. to Miami, FL. In this segment, Gules records first impressions of Beaufort and Morehead City.
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34492
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Two 19th century stores stand in Swansboro today—those of James Bartley and Robert McLean. This article documents architectural restoration of both buildings and traces each store’s architectural history using photographs, written accounts, land deeds, and newspaper articles. Archaeological evidence discovered during restoration of the McLean store offered further insight into past building use.
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34493
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Phillips documents folk practices marking passage of time for a family in the Outer Banks drawing on an oral account.
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34494
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In 1993, the Order of the Eastern Star, an auxiliary Masonry branch, celebrated their 50th anniversary in North Carolina. The Beaufort and Morehead City chapters, established in 1943, remain active in the community through their support of a local senior center, and Shriners Hospitals. The article also discusses founding members and current group aims.
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34495
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Two local chapters of Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) were established in 1992 and 1993 to commemorate participation of Carteret County residents in the American Civil War. This article includes information of Carteret County Civil War veterans and current member activities.
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34496
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In the third installation of childhood anecdotes, Lucas recalls attending church services with her family, home medical treatment, entertainment; employment; local community members; and holiday traditions. Food and traditions are central to many of the memories.
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The barkentine OLIVE THURLOW was passing Cape Lookout on route to New York when its captain, Jerry Hayes, broke his leg. Seeking medical attention from the nearby lifesaving station, the lighthouse keeper warned the THURLOW’s crew that a storm was approaching. While the Captain was taken to Beaufort for medical attention, the ship and crew were grounded on the beach. This account details their rescue and the demise of OLIVE THURLOW, including the later discovery of archaeological remains.
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34498
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Brinson fondly recalls a Christmas tradition started by his local First Methodist Church. Following Christmas service, children in the congregation would receive handmade bags filled with treats. Later in life, Brinson himself would fill the bags with several other family members, continuing the tradition.
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