Record #:

28097

Author(s):

Harkin, Judy Hardin

Abstract:

George Henry White was one of the most important African American political leaders during the last decade of the nineteenth century. White lived in New Bern for almost two decades, during which he was a teacher, principal, prosecutor, politician, and a civic and religious leader.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 19 Issue 2, Nov 2006, p3-14, por, bibl

Subject(s):

White, George Henry, 1852-1918; African American politicians

Record #:

28098

Author(s):

Chiles, Nancy

Abstract:

In 1822, ushers at the New Bern’s First Presbyterian Church greeted the arriving worshipers and led them to a designated seat facing the congregation. Over the years the church was modernized and additional pews were installed. Today, worshipers are ushered to a seat of their choice.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 19 Issue 2, Nov 2006, p15-20, il, bibl

Subject(s):

New Bern--Church history; First Presbyterian Church (New Bern)

Record #:

28099

Author(s):

Childers, Critton Joe

Abstract:

Union Point Park is a waterfront promenade and gazebo in New Bern. Signs throughout the park tell the history of Union Point. This history ranges from the time of the Chattawka Indians, to the arrival of Baron de Graffenried and his settlers, to Civil War battles, and to a landscaped municipal park that once included the Woman’s Clubhouse.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 19 Issue 2, Nov 2006, p21-34, il, bibl

Subject(s):

New Bern--History--Waterfont

Record #:

28100

Author(s):

Hipps, Julie

Abstract:

The Historic Preservation Act of 1966 and the New Bern Preservation Foundation have significantly slowed the pace of demolition, and preserved over five-hundred intact historic buildings dating as far back as the 1700s. While preservation efforts have progressed, there is still doubt whether preservation can boost the economy.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 19 Issue 2, Nov 2006, p35-39, il, bibl

Subject(s):

Historic buildings--Preservation and conservation; Historic preservation--New Bern; Historic preservation--Economic development