ee Nocar » mee 264 G6 | G64x ales : GOLDSBORO CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION: One Hundred Years of Progress and Achievement - GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA > October 5-11, 1947 OFFICIAL SOUVENIR PROGRAM fo 206. THE CITY OF GOLDSBORO NORTH CAROLINA THANKS ALL OF ITS FRIENDS and neighbors for the many ontacts it and its citizens have ever had with them throughout its life of a cen- tury, January 15, 1847, to the ‘present. \ ESTIMATED POPULATION IN 1847— 100 ESTIMATED POPULATION IN 1947—28,000 AREA IN 1847— 123 ACRES AREA IN 1947—2,963 ACRES DEDICATION To freedom from fear, to freedom from want, to free- dom of speech, to freedom of worship and to peace on earth and good will among men, this book is pray- erfully dedicated by the people of the City of Golds- boro in the County of Wayne, the State of North Caro- lina and in the United States of America, in humble thankfulness for their one hundred years of demo- cratic life and progress. KENNETH CLAIBORNE ROYALL Kenneth ©. Royall was born at Goldsboro, North Caro- lina, on July 24, 1894. He was graduated from the Univer- sity of North Carolina with the degree of Bachelor of Arts in 1914 and from Harvard University Law School in 1917 with the degree of Bachelor of Laws. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa and Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternities. He served as an editor of Harvard Law Review, 1915-1917. In May, 1917, he entered the Officers’ Training Camp at Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia, and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Field Artillery Reserve on August 15, 1917. He was assigned to the 317th Field Artillery at Camp Jackson, South Carolina, On January 17, 1918, he was promoted to first lieutenant (temporary). He attended the Field Artillery School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, from April until June, 1918, then returned to the 317th Field Artillery. He also attended the 81st Division Liaison School at Camp Jackson, South Carolina. In August, 1918, he sailed for France with the 317th Field Artillery, serving overseas until January, 1919. Upon his return to the United States, he was honorably dis- charged on February 25, 1919. Tn civilian life, he practiced law in North Carolina and in 1937 became head of the legal firm of Royall, Gosney and Smith at Raleigh and Goldsboro, North Carolina. He is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, the American Bar Association and the American Law Institute, and was president of North Carolina Bar Association, 1929-30. He served in North Carolina State Senate in 1927 and was chairman of the Banking Committee. On June 5, 1942, he was commissioned a colonel (tem- porary) in the Army of the United States and named Chief of the Legal Section, Fiscal Division, Headquarters, Services of Supply (redesignated Army Service Forces) in Washington, D. C. In May, 1948, he was made Deputy Fiscal Director, Army Service Forces, Washington, D. C., and was pro- moted to brigadier general (temporary) on November 3, 1943. In April, 1945, he became Special Assistant to the Secretary of War, and on November 9, 1945, took the oath of office as Under Secretary of War, having been relieved from active duty the previous day. On July 18, 1947, Mr. Royall was appointed Secretary of War by President Truman. His nomination was con- firmed by the Senate July 19, 1947, and he took oath of office on July 24, 1947. Under the plans for the unification of the armed forces he was appointed Secretary of the Army, which duties he assumed September 15, 1947. DECORATIONS In November, 1945, he was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal, with the following citation: “Brigadier General Kenneth C. Royall performed ex- ceptionally meritorious services from May, 1943, to No- vember, 1945, in positions of great responsibility as Deputy Fiscal Director, Army Service Forces, and as Special Assistant to the Secretary of War. He rendered highly valuable assistance in organizing the office of the Fiscal Director and field installations furnishing fiscal assistance to the Army, as well as in the formulation and execution of basic policies and operational procedures. As Special Assist- ant to the Secretary of War, he undertook certain assign- ments requiring him to act for the Secretary and Under Secretary. He maintained contact with the Department of Justice in fraud cases involving war contractors, coordi- nated proposals for legislation and executive orders affect- ing procurement and related matters, and represented the War Department at Congressional hearings. In addition, he maintained liaison between the War Department and Congressional committees investigating various phases of procurement, supervised the selection of witnesses and presentation of evidence to these committees, coordinated visits of the legislative branch to War Department estab- lishments, and recommended action designed to meet valid Congressional objections. In all his important assignments, General Royall discharged his responsibilities with great effectiveness, acting in the best traditions of the military service and bringing great credit to himself and the United States Army.” KENNETH C. ROYALL Secretary of the Army of the United States The Goldsboro Centennial Commission Inc. Presents ee OOOO O OOOO OOO SOOSOO GOSH SDPO OO HOO DODO OOOO OOOS —_—_—_—— The Mammoth and Beautiful HISTORICAL PAGEANT SPECTACLE elie: “A CENTURY ON REVIEW" BANK OF WAYNE — With A Cast Of 700 People — The fascinating Story of 100 Years of Growth and Progress MUNICIPAL BASEBALL PARK Goldsboro, North Carolina OCTOBER 5" Through 11", 1947 LA GRANGE Sze Br John B. Rogers Producing Co. Fostoria, Ohio Your Home Bank Production Staff PREIS LEHR M. KNOWLES—Business Executive Weeverrre rss e PAUL T. HAAGEN—Pageant Master At The Organ _—MRS,. SCOTT B. BERKELEY — Cie CENTENNIAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN COMPTROLLER-TREASURER Special Events Division Mayor Scott B. Berkeley Ralph G. Jones Hugh D. Waldrop, Chairman Arch Hamil EXECUTIVE VICE-CHAIRMAN publicity Division TAouintetere inion W. A. Dees Herbert Hulse, Chairman Same Location for 24 Years SECRETARY Neil Joseph, Hospitality Division James W. Butler Associate Chairman M. E. Robinson, Chairman needa Thomas O’Berry Finance Division Spectacle Division Associate Chairman J. D. Cooke, Chairman Vassie Balkcum, Chairman ( FE N af: R A | le | N ( H Jack Timmons, Clifton Britton, BUSINESS MANAGER Associate Chairman Associate Chairman Lehr M. Knowles “A Good Place to Eat” INCORPORATORS OF THE GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA, CENTENNIAL COMMISSION, INCORPORATED BILL WILLIAMS | Scott B. Berkeley, President Herbert B. Hulse Francis W. Stanley Owner W. A. Dees, Vice-President Emma R. Edwards James G, Johnson, Jr. James W. Butler, Secretary R. E. Bryan D. H. Bland, Jr. W. F. Algary, Treasurer Ray Armstrong pea Met ones A. B. Sansbury Marvin L. Smoot G. W. Rumbley Henry Belk R. M. Davis Leah Lloyd Riggsbee Latest Records “Gibson” Instruments i P ‘ Albums of Records Accessories ¢ e i ] Albums for Records Sheet Music For Your KNOX HATS bo 2s MUSICAL NEEDS VISIT | = | GOLDSBORO MUSIC COMPANY TOM RBESTea eee se la ee GOLDSBORO, N. C. ig Home of Quality Chicks Timely Clothes And Phone 171 DEPENDABLE SERVICE RCA FM Combinations and Radios 119 E. Walnut St. 108-110 E. Mulberry St. Majestic FM Combinations GOLDSBORO, N. C_ RCA Table Model Radios Majestic Table Model Radios e b RCA Table Model Combinations Majestic Table Model Combinations U. S. Approved Pullorum Passed ‘ SOUTHERLAND TAXI CO. 165 = PHONE = 165 “OLDEST AND MOST DEPENDABLE” Founded 1914 Paul D. Southerland Owner and Operator Goldsboro, N. C. GOLDSBORO MOTOR CO. ‘DODGE SALES 123 N. Center FINANCE DIVISION J. D. Cooke, Chairman Jack Timmons, Associate Chairman Official Program Committee: John W. Stone, Jr., Chairman Centennial Committees Concessions Commiitee: Billy Hooks, Chairman Mickey E. McClenny Walter C. Denmark W. A. Allen, Jr. Assisted by members of the Lions Club Grandstand and Crowd Control: Novelties Committee: Frank L. Castex, Jr, Chairman S. H. Hocutt C. S. Korschun Julian West J. P. Carlysle Murray Borden Queen Contest Committee: David H. Bland, Jr., Chairman John Dortch Lewis J. T. Vinson, Jr. Miss Grace Alexander Willie B. Boykin Miss Lucille Whitley Advance Ticket Sale Committee: W. B. Lawler, Chairman Mrs. Leah Lloyd Riggsbee, Co-Chairman Mrs, Beulah Worley Mrs. Fred Harrell Entire Membership of Business and Professional Woman’s Club C. W. Twiford, Chairman SPECTACLE DIVISION Vassie Balkcum, Chairman Clifton Britton, Associate Chairman Talent Committee: Mrs. Charles P. Gaylor, Chairman Mrs. George E. Bain, Co-Chairman Mrs. Thomas O’Berry Mrs. W. Dortch Langston Mrs. H. Bartholomew Miss Thelma Chase C. S. Mintz Bruce Duke Clifton Daniels Earl Futrelle Richard Reeves Margaret Smith « Mrs. C. S. Mintz A. L. Hodges Albert L. Mix Frank Clark O. F. Dumas and PLYMOUTH SERVICE Phone 316-J Jim Cooke Herbert Hulse C. W. Twiford Mrs. Fred Harrell Charles L. Webster Mr. Walter L. Stansbury Chief H. T. Hines John Southerland Frank Remsburg Miss Grace Alexander Mickey E. McClenny Miss Katie Pierce Historical Committee: Mrs. N. A. Edwards, Chairman Mrs. C. E. Wilkins J. H, Manley Chas. Britt Mrs. Bela Wilson Miss Mary Emma Giddens C. G, Smith Mary Moore Allen Henry Belk Dr. T. M. Bizzelle Traffic and Safety Committee: Harry Morris, Chairman Corp. Parks Alexander Roy Percise Roy Parker Robert Wolfe WAYNE REALTY BELL-STUART Bl FURNITURE Co. INSURANCE CO., INC. ¢ 210 E. Walnut St. Phone 159 Complete Home Furnishers Ad COMPLETE REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE ; SERVICE Cash or Credit A D. H. Bland, Jr. L. R. Worrell Tom M. Freeman C. W. Peacock 229 N. John St. Phone 1740-J COMMUNITY MOTORS CORP. GOLDSBORO'S DEALER D> D> For PERVIGE Goldsboro Bring Your Back Home Phone 347 CENTENNIAL COMMITTEES (Continued) Bands and Parade Committee: Henry T. Hines, Chairman Lester Gillikin W. A. Stansbury George S. Dewey Berl Kahn Clarence Peacock Religious Participation Committee: Rev. Leroy C. Trexler, Chairman Speakers Committee: Rev. Leon Russell John C. Grainger Setting and Details: Capt. Charles Sams Rev. Phil Griffin Order of Service: Rev. James M. McChesney Rey. W. C. Wilson Music: Rev. A. J. Smith Rev. Charles W. Riggs Rev. C. J. Peyton Rev. Rashie A. Kennedy SPECIAL EVENTS DIVISION Hugh D. Waldrop, Chairman Arch Hamil, Associate Chairman Centennial Ball Committee: Charles P. Magoffin, Chairman Gloria Harris Arthur Allred R. E. Strothman Paul W. Best J. W. Edmondson June Taylor Rachel Hemphill Edgerton Mrs. J. L. King Mrs. Arnold B. Edgerton Louis Hummell H. E. Duke, Jr. Fireworks Committee: Chief C. W. Howell, Chairman A. L. Sanford Chief A. W. Gurley Special Days Committee: W. Dortch Langston, Chairman Square Dance Committee: Monroe Herring, Chairman Picnic Committee: Fred P. Parker, Chairman Mrs. Frank Andrews Mrs. Laura K. Spicer Mrs. Grover Hood Mrs. R. P. Holmes Mrs. James Rose Mrs. Henderson Irwin Museum and Historical Window Committee: H. F. Lee, Chairman Museum and Historical Window Committee H. F. Lee, Chairman Charles Britt Mrs. Bela Wilson Miss Gertrude Weil Miss Mary Emma Giddens Cc. G. Smith Miss Mary Moore Allen Henry Belk Dr. T. M. Bizzell James G. Johnson, Jr., Co-Chairman Cc. M. Avery Sidney Meyers W. F. Algary S. H. Hocutt A. E. Hamil John Allen Farfour R. S..McKenzie B. R. Ward Leonard Edwards W. Borden Cobb Munroe Best J. G. McCormick L. E. Bunch Frank Remsburg Douglas Longwell W.H. GRIFFIN & SON “Your Warmest Friends” COAL — FUEL OIL From 189] — 1947 Business Founded By the Late W. H. Griffin, Sr., In October 1891 Heating of homes and business places in Goldsboro in the early years of this business was done by fire places and stoves, using wood principally and a small amount of coal. Deliveries were made by horses and dump carts. Heating of homes and business places in Goldsboro in the present is done by modern steam heat- ing plants with thermostat control, space heaters and a few fire places. Fuels used today are coal and fuel oil. Deliveries are made today by modern automobile trucks and metered fuel oil delivery trucks. PATE-DAWSON MOTOR CO., Inc. Sales and Service OLDSMOBILE Phone 808 e YOU ARE ALWAYS WELCOME At BROWN DRUG CO. 130 E. Walnut St. Phone 591 ° MACK TRUCKS Goldsboro, N. C. HUGHES RADIO LABS. Specializing in RADIO SERVICE 206 N. Center St. Goldsboro, N. C. Compliments PRINCE TIRE CO. THE GENERAL TIRE W. Walnut St. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEES (Continued) Midget Football Game Al Paley, Chairman Boy and Girl Scout Demonstration Committee Mrs. Jack Harrell Mrs. Albert Donnell A. T. Griffin, Jr. Bert Hawkins Mannah Shrago Lionel Wiel, Jr. J. H. Caudell John Crawford, Jr. Bruce Duke Paul Pittman Vernon Hill Jack Measley Billy Howard W. M. Craven Air Cavalcade Commiitee: John Dortch Lewis, Chairman Gerald Grant Tom R. Best Leonard Edwards Henry Weil Dr. Milton Clarke George Johnson Band Music Committee J. B. Thompson, Chairman PUBLICITY DIVISION Herbert B. Hulse, Chairman Neil Joseph, Associate Chairman Press Committee: Henry Belk, Chairman Mary Medley Tom Vernon Promotional Committee: Douglas Longwell, Chairman F. L. Manly, Jr. Distributive Committee: Richard Ball, Chairman B. J. Bowden Virgil Lucas W. G. Hood, Jr. Floats & Street Decorations Commiitee Roy Parker, Chairman B. G. Stowe Kelly Kornegay Bruce Duke Roy Parker, Jr. Leonard Edwards George Rogers V, Speakers Committee: Robert Reaves, Chairman HOSPITALITY DIVISION M. E. Robinson, Chairman Thomas O’Berry, Associate Chairman Reception and Homecoming Committee: T. R. Robinson, Chairman Mrs. Paul Borden, Co-Chairman Miss Mary Emma Giddens C. G. Smith Mrs. C. E. Wilkins Mrs. G. C. Derr R. A. Creech Mrs. Hattie Kornegay Mrs. Charles Grainger Mrs. Henry Pike Mutt and Baby Parade Committee Mrs. E. E. Austin, Jr., Chairman Mrs. Howard Carroll Mrs. Ted Montague Mrs. Emma F. Lawler Mrs. A. E, A. Hudson . Albert L. Mix GURLEY MOTOR COMPANY Your Local Nash Dealer ALL MAKES GUARANTEED USED CARS EXPERT REPAIR WORK BODY WORK PAINTING & UPHOLSTERING GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES SALES Nash Phone 1898-J GOLDSBORO SERVICE 110 E. Ash St. CENTENNIAL COMMITTEES (Continued) Housing Committee: Mrs. A. F. Carrere Dr. T. A. Monk * Mrs. Freda Lassiter Dr. R. M. Bailey alte SOS anSSUny) Chairman Mrs. Paul Pittman Floyd Barden ee Wane ae i Mrs. J. A. Carter Edwin Cox s. Henry Bartholomew Mrs. J. A. Boone Claude Foushee Mrs. E. T. Sanborn J. K. Bridgers Mrs. E. R. Michaux Make-Up Committee: Allen Harris ‘ = Sarah Alexander, Chairman Ernest McLamb Construction Committee: Elwood Reaves, Co-Chairman J. W. Ward Elton Warrick, Chairman Louise York Bob Wolfe A. T. Griffin, Jr., Co-Chairman Virginia Keene Lionel Weil Gaynette Sauls S. D. Wooten F Lillian Pat Pageant Costume Committee ena naan Saraee Sound Committee: ; v Mrs. Sam C. Carr, Chairman Mary Olive Grady Daniel B. Trueblood, Chairman Entire Oak Height Woman’s Club Betty Denmark Marvin Sherard, Co-Chairman Also— Josephine Jackson Charles McGill Mrs. W. J. Harton Joyce Dowlin Henry Brown Mrs. Jack Roberts Janie Bartlett Bobby Hill Barbara Hood Harold Aycock Mrs. Pricise P ACKERS Mrs. George Roberts William Elmore Mr. Dave Woodard Properties Committee: Ticket Sellers’ Committee . Mr. Owens S. Ginn Roy Parker, Chairman ‘icket Sellers’ i OF FINE MEATS Mr. Linden Hines Albert Handley, Co-Chairman Elizabeth Grant, Chairman Mr. Sam Jackson Bruce Duke, Secretary Ticket Takers’ Committee Since Mr. H. Startt Herman Weil 5 Mr. A. A. Roberts Walter Stansbury Mrs. Eliza Cox Miss Margaret Howell Mrs. W. P. Kemp Ushers 1927 J Mrs. Dan Trueblood Cedric Edgerton Miss Janie Ipock We regret if we have omitted any names of committee members due to the fact that these names were not turned in before it was necessary for the program to go to press. LOCATED AT 141 North Center Street GOLDSBORO FRANCIS W. STANLEY NORTH CAROLINA STANLEY'S FUNERAL HOME Phone 643 TELEPHONE TELEPHONE 1364 281-J GOLDSBORO ~ MT. OLIVE STEEL FABRICATORS DEWEY BROTHERS, Ine. Founders, Machinists Mill Supplies Telephone 1800 Goldsboro, N. C. DUMAS-GIDDENS OIL CO. Distributors of PURE OIL PRODUCTS “BE SURE WITH PURE” Phone 234 Goldsboro, N. C. The Crescendo of Character By MAYOR SCOTT B. BERKELEY The history of Goldsboro parallels to a great degree the history of the 962 cities of the United States of America boasting a population of from 25,000 to 50,000 souls. The same spirit which brought into being the settlement out of which grew Goldsboro, we have found welling up in the hearts and minds of men who have promoted progress since time began. The early pioneer was a man of vision, a man with dreams, who sought to better his condition and that of his fellow man, in the years ahead, by providing a better way of life for his children, his children’s chil- dren and for those around about him. Since Time began to toll the fleeting moments of man’s short sojourn on this orb of ours this noble urge has scourged him. Thus came the cabins along the Neuse in the region which later became Wayne County. Here our forefathers found a kindly land of virgin forests, abounding in game, easy of access by water and challenging to their imagination. The soil was fertile and nature smiled upon it with an equable climate, plentious rainfall and sunshine such as must have bathed Eden itself. There was beauty in the landscape on every side, so little wonder, then, that here they remained and that here they sbegan that march of progress which has been ever forward and ever upward. Instinctively man is gregarious. He must have close communion with his brethren, so from this instinct Ot from the scattered cabins here about the pioneers in this section of this great State began to cluster and there grew a little village which nestled itself com- fortably in a hospitable nook of the Neuse just a short mile or so southwardly from the site of what is now Greater Goldsboro, later, and in the year 1787 to be named and known as Waynesborough, a village of one hundred and fifty souls, the County Seat of the County of Wayne, nurtured by the kindly commerce of the Neuse and fed from the fertile fields of our fair county. It was named thus in honor of that great Revolutionary General, “Mad Anthony” Wayne, whose valor brought victory over the British at Stony Point during our War for Independence. The steam engine as applied to transportation over land was not known then though the stage coach was in use. But as time ticked on the pioneer spirit of a free people proposed the establishment of a railroad, the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad, later and even now the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad, which was to traverse the confines of our County and others in Tarheelia. In 1836 there came to this section of the State an eminent civil engineer, Major M. T. Golds- borough, who surveyed the right of way for this great railroad; and then and when the railroad was com- pleted for a distance of one hundred and sixty one and one-half miles, the longest railroad mileage at the time COMPLETE DRUG SERVICE Phone No. 1 Since 1870 1886 1947 Ni) G1 Anniversary “Shop At Sears And Save” SIXTY ONE YEARS AGO—A man bought a watch. It was a good watch—better than he ever expected to own, at a price lower than he ever expected to pay. The watch was bought from Richard W. Sears, founder of Sears, Roebuck and Co. Today, the activities of SEARS ROEBUCK AND COMPANY con- stitute a vivid and enduring chapter in the drama of distribution. Its eleven mail order plants, the newest at Greensboro, N. C., and 621 retail stores employ 120,000 men and women — serve millions of customers each year — furnish an outlet for millions of dollars worth of American made products. THE GOLDSBORO STORE was opened in October of 1939. : The primary objective of the company is—"To make available to the American home quality merchandise at the lowest possible cost through the medium of the mail order catalog, and the retail stores of the Company. This has been done through quality products with these famous names. — CRAFTSMAN TOOLS, MAID OF HONOR KITCHENWARE, MASTER-MIXED PAINT, HOMART PLUMBING AND HEATING, ALL- STATE TIRES, BATTERY AND ACCESSORIES, SILVERTONE RADIOS, COLDSPOT REFRIGERATORS, FREEZER LOCKERS, KENMORE WASHING MACHINES, ELECTRIC STOVES, and other ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES, HARMONY HOUSE FURNITURE and Rugs. “Satistaction guaranteed or your money back” SEARS “Use Sears Easy Payment Plan’ THE CRESCENDO OF CHARACTER (Continued) in the world, the people of Waynesborough, having mi- grated from the restfulness of the riverside to the place where the speed of steam would benefit them at the site of what is now Goldsboro, formed them- selves into a body politic, sought legislative sanction and on January 18, 1847, by act of the General As- sembly of North Carolina, were incorporated as the town of Goldsborough, North Carolina. Then started the procession of progress by that band of brethren, our forefathers, consecrated to the propo- sition of peace and harmony, prosperity and plenty for all. There followed, as naturally as the day follows the night, the establishment of our great churches; the erec- tion of a school; the giving of sons and daughters to a life of sacrificial service to the city, the county, the state, the nation and the world. It seems to be the fortune of mankind, certainly to this good hour, to fall prey to misunderstanding, pas- sion and war; and in this regard the lot of our fore- fathers was not unique, for in 1861 Wayne County sent 22 Companies of her valiant sons into the smoke and fire of battle in the War Between the States. Goldsboro was not found wanting here, for she, herself, sent with the troops from North Carolina the Goldsboro Rifles and the Goldsboro Volunteers, who left their ‘homes and firesides in time to take part in the defense of Fort Macon after Fort Sumter was fired upon. In 1862 she opened her arms in full and complete hospitality to the families from New Bern and the coastal area when the coastal defenses fell into the hands of the Armies of the United States of Amer- ica. ° She suffered, too, for in 1863, in addition to the many losses to her phalanx following the flag of the Confederacy, her main artery of commerce, the Neuse River Bridge, over which passed the Wilmington and Weldon Railroad, important because it connected the seaport of Wilmington and the Confederate Capital at Richmond, was burned and destroyed. The fateful years of ’65 through ’69 were marked indelibly on history’s tablet of memories by the Battle of Bentonville, which occurred 18 miles away, where Johnston intercepted Sherman on his march from South Carolina to Raleigh and which culminated, with other disasters to Southern Arms, in the surrender of Lee at Appomattox. Then followed the occupation of Golds- boro by a Federal Regiment which was quartered at the Old Fairground, and the period of reconstruction, all of which appeared as a deep, dark and threatening cloud covering that sun which was to shine again, to be obscured for a time by the disastrous fires in 1869 and in 1871. With the return of peace and her adjustment to the pursuits thereof, for the period from 1881 to 1917, Golds- boro saw the campaign for the graded school launched by J. A. Bonitz, Charles B. Aycock, F. A. Daniels and SERVICE IS THE RENT WE PAY FOR OUR SPACE ON EARTH—LORD HALIFAX HAVE YOU PAID YOUR RENT? To Serve Goldsboro Support Your Church Your Schools Your Character-Building Clubs Your Service Clubs Your Community Chest Buy in Goldsboro Sell in Goldsboro Bank in Goldsboro Finance in Goldsboro Boost Goldsboro Build A Better Goldsboro John R. Crawford, Inc. Hotel Goldsboro Corner Insurance Service Since 1892 Compliments of KEMP pecialty FURNITURE COMPANY THE CRESCENDO OF CHARACTER (Continued) Joseph E. Robinson. This was carried successfully. There followed the building of the State Hospital for the colored insane; the establishment of the electric light and water works plants, telephones, lumber mills, furni- ture factory, brick yards, machine shops, rice mill, ice factory, tobacco warehouses, and cotton mills, Then came the paving of the business streets. There followed the first automobile, the first movies, the first corn mill, a knitting mill, the gas plant, the Union Passenger Station, and the street car system. Comes war again, and into the breach in the fateful years of 1917-1918, marched twenty-five hundred of Wayne County’s finest to offer their lives and their all upon the altar of Democracy. Our losses during this dreadful conflict were 60 men killed from Wayne County and from Goldsboro. Their sacrifice is memorialized, not alone by the magnificent Memorial Community Building, but by the progress which their defense of democratic forms of freedom made possible, for from 1920 to 1940 the soil of their sacred homeland saw rise upon it the paving of residential streets, the establishment of the health and welfare departments; the consolidation of the public school system in the county; the establishment of a curb market for farm produce, and the erection of the Hotel Goldsboro and the Bank of Wayne, the removal of the railroad tracks from Center Street and a healthy growth of this metropolis of the county which they loved unto death itself. A singer of sweet songs once said, “Where duty calls or danger be never wanting there.” December 7, 1941, found Wayne County’s peaceful people and those of its County Seat, Goldsboro, shocked but unafraid. Many, many of her men had been called to the colors of the United States of America under the Selective Service Act months before that day of infamy. Others were immediately mustered. Seymour Johnson Field, originally constructed for use as a Municipal Airport, was occu- pied by the Army Air Forces, that Arm of Service having elected to name this Army Air Base after a gallant son of Goldsboro killed in line of duty while serving in the United States Navy in time of peace test- ing the fighting air equipment of our great Navy that others who followed in his foot-steps might fly and fight and live. Six thousand sons of Wayne were called to duty under the colors of the American Union from 1940 to 1946. Goldsboro and Wayne County sorrowed and still sorrows for the fifty-five of those who did not return. Their memory like that of all of her men of all the wars she will ever cherish and with the index of the past as a” guide to the future their valor will be immortalized in some fitting fashion as a light to guide the footsteps of those who follow them falteringly in the future, for so sanguine are our people. Compliments of Comp live nts ROBERT E. BRYAN DISTRIBUTOR Amoco Petroleum Products Amoco Tires, Batteries, cnd Accessories GOLDSBORO FAYETTEVILLE “Stations Throughout the Area to Serve You’ Compliments BRYAN TRACTOR And EQUIPMENT COMPANY, «.. Your Dealer for Ford Tractors — Dearborn Implements Diamond T Trucks Crosley Automobiles Mt. Olive Hwy. — Goldsboro — Phone 99 SEYMOUR FUNERAL HOME AMBULANCE SERVICE wk * OVER 20 YEARS IN GOLDSBORO Phone 1065 WORLEY TYPEWRITER EXCHANGE All Makes of Typewriters Repaired Phone 251 GOLDSBORO BOOK STORE Center Street 30 Years THE LEADING BOOK STORE MUNICIPAL MILESTONES EMMA R. EDWARDS 1700—John Lawson, English surveyor and _ historian, begins 1,000-mile journey along Neuse River and back country. 1701—Population of North Carolina (estimated) 5,000. 1709—First history of N. C. published by John Lawson. Monument on Wayne County Court House square later erected to Lawson’s memory. 1710—Tuscarora Indians, living along Neuse, protest against seizure of lands and enslavement of their people by white settlers. 1711—First Tuscarora War; John Lawson captured and put to death at Cotechna (near Snow Hill) by In- dians, who also captured but released Baron De Graffenried, founder of New Bern. Indians de- feated with help of Col. Barnwell and South Carolina troops. 1712—Indians charge whites violated peace treaty signed the year before, and launch second war. 1713—End of Tuscarora Indian Wars; Indian prisoners sold as slaves. Snow Hill monument commemorates end of war. 1714—Tuscarora Indians migrate to New York State. 1750—White settlers along Neuse increasing in number, among them many Quakers. 1775—Only 1 in 30 could read and write. Revolution brewing. 1776—Ezekiel Slocumb led band of 80 Duplin Rangers to Battle of Moore’s Creek Bridge, near Wilming- ton, where defeat of Tories and British marked first victory for American arms. 1776—Mary Slocumb (or Polly), wife of Ezekiel, dreamed at her home near Dudley that her husband was slain in battle; saddling her mare, she rode through the night 75 miles to the battlefield at Moore’s Creek Bridge; finding her husband safe, she stayed to nurse the wounded. Monument at Dud- ley; remains of couple at Battlefield National Park, near Wilmington. 1779—Wayne County formed from western half of Dobbs County; eastern half became Greene and Lenoir. County named for Gen. Anthony Wayne, daredevil Revolutionary general, whose brilliant victory at Stony Point on the Hudson July 1779 was occasion for Congressional Medal of Honor and widespread tribute throughout nation. (Old Dobbs County Court House site at Bizzell’s Mill, 12 miles east of Goldsboro; monument marks the spot). 1780—First Wayne County court held at home of Josiah Sasser on Little River. Population of Wayne County 5,000, one-fifth slaves, Principal trade: corn, cotton, tobacco, hogs, cattle, hides, and turpentine. 1782—Court House built at Waynesborough, county seat on north bank of Neuse. 1787—Waynesborough (also named for “Mad” Anthony Wayne) incorporated; boat landing on Neuse; pop- ulation 150. J787—First court held at county seat; punishments ranged from stocks and pillory to branding, whip- ping, and burning at the stake for slaves (Negro woman thus put to death in 1805 for poisoning four white persons). 1790—Population Wayne County 6,133, including one- fourth slaves (in whom was considerable Indian blood). Joseph Green, who owned 70 slaves, was largest slave-holder; Kirby ancestor. 1816—Paul Coor-Pender journeyed to Florida Ever- glades to bring back his father’s murderer, David Jernigan, who was tried and hung. 1820-1840—The Great Exodus, in which many young men left Wayne County by wagon and carriage, (BERRY xo LEWIS Incorporated INSURANCE — BONDS INSURANCE TO MEET EVERY NEED IN THE HOME OR BUSINESS Fire Liability Automobile Life Burglary Accident Bonds Bonds TWENTY YEARS IN BUSINESS IS PROOF OF SERVICE 114 E. Walnut St. Telephone No. 5 kek e GRIFFINS BARBECUE | GorDspORO PAINT CO. “Paints for Every Purpose” **Pig-n-chichen”’ 204 N. CENTER Mt. Olive Goldsboro Fe N. Caroli os Eoese Phone 500 Af MUNICIPAL MILESTONES (Continued) taking their slaves with them, to settle in and develop Alabama, Mississippi, and other “deep” Southern states. 1825—Waynesborough half-way stop for stage-coach line from New Bern to Raleigh; fare 12% cents a mile. 12-hour trip to New Bern. Goldsboro later became stage-coach stop, Creech’s Store, after town moved. Horses were changed every 15 miles. 1835—Shift from corn to cotton as major crop became pronounced after War of 1812. 1836—First steam saw mill 4 miles north of Goldsboro cut railroad ties. Maj. Matthew T. Goldsborough, member of a prominent Maryland family, asst. chief engineer for the Wilmington & Weldon Railroad, arrived to survey right of way for new line to be built by state; boarded with Chas. J. Nelson of Waynesborough and Mrs. Isham Faison of Faison. 1838—Upon suggestion of Mr. Goldsborough, Arnold Borden built a hotel at “Cross-roads,” near inter- section of Walnut and Center Streets. Village was stop-over point and place to change engines. 1839—First train came into town Feb. 23, 1838, with cannon salute and big celebration; suggested name by Willis Hall, local contractor, honoring surveyor Goldsborough met with general approval. 1840—Wilmington & Weldon Railroad (later Atlantic Coast Line), at that time longest railroad in the world, 161% miles, completed. Shed over tracks in front of Borden Hotel added later, and engine house was one block north. Shed burned in 1880's. 1840—Inter-denominational church built at Waynesbor- ough. 1841—First Sunday School taught in Waynesborough by C. J. Nelson, harness-maker. 1845—Agitation to move County seat from Waynes- borough to Goldsborough resulted in vote which was lost: 117 for removal, 930 against. 1845-1860—Everettesville, village 6 miles south of Golds- boro, flourished before War. 1847—Goldsborough incorporated Jan. 18, 1847. First newspaper, Weekly Telegraph, published by Geo. W. Strong. Troops in Mexican War. 1847—Tax rate 30 cents on $100, 75 cents poll tax. Popu- lation 100. Bill Burnett, free Negrc, opened first Barber Shop (all early barbers Negroes). First Town Commissioners: Jno. A. Green, chairman; Silas Webb, Stephen D. Phillips, Wm. B, Edmund- son, Jas. Griswold, W. Strong. Troops in Mexican War. Many houses moved from old to new County seat by mule and logs. 1848—Mexican War over; troops return. Election again scheduled, and gigantic picnic held in hickory nut grove where present Library stands, with ice- cooled spring water and whiskey to influence vote in favor of moving County seat, which was car- ried. 1850—Former Wayne County Court House erected at cost of $17,000, red brick building, Last Court held in Waynesborough. Wm. and John Robinson, Trish setlers, taught school; Wm. published Golds- boro Patriot. 1850—One out of seven could read and write; no literate Negroes. Large number slaves introduced from now on into rapidly-expanding cotton and to- bacco sections. 1850—Wayne County population: 7,802 whites, 5,684 Negroes; Goldsboro 175. Tax rate 40 cents on $100 valuation on real estate; $1.25 poll tax. Candidates for elective office engaged traveling bars and served drinks (whiskey 10 cents a quart) along with campaign speeches; one sheriff spent $700 on his campaign (Thompson). 1850-1857—Methodist (now on Spruce St., Primitive Bap- tist), Baptist, Presbyterian, and Episcopal churches built. Borden Hotel becomes school; burned in 1866. Willow Dale Cemetery opened. 1854—Part of Wayne annexed to Wilson County, excep- tion Jacob Hooks who refused to be considered anything but Wayne resident. 1856—N. C. Railroad (later leased to Southern) 223 miles long, built by State, completed from Golds- boro to Charlotte via Greensboro. 1857—Wayne Female College, “Middle Building,” erected at cost of $20,000; 4-story red brick build- ing stood on N. Wm. St. until razed in 1927. Se: ved as Confederate and then Federal Hospital 1862-65. Nine o’clock curfew; Court House bell rung nightly; patrolled streets. 1858—Atlantic & N. C. Railroad completed to Morehead City (Mullet Line), later Norfolk & Southern, then A. & E. C. Whipping post abolished; stood on Court House square. Prior to 1860, slave market stood next to Weil’s store, raised platform called Washington Tower. 1859—Tax rate 50 cents, poll $1.50. Gidden’s Jewelry Store opened, oldest continuous business. “Great Eastern” machine shops near present A. & P. 1860—Population of Goldsboro 985. City limits extended 300 feet beyond original limits of Elm, William, George, and Boundary (now Holly). $15 spent on powder for July 4th celebration; military con- vention ball held. First daily paper “Rough Notes,” 10x12 inches, Lawrence & Blount, suspended dur- ing War. 1860—E. B. Borden, Sr., opened first bank (later Bank of Wayne). $35 appropriated for Goldsboro Rifles for protection. First Fair not very successful, as election of Abraham Lincoln overshadowed every- thing; Gov. Moses of S. C. addressed rally on “Secession.” 1860—Holloman War, feud between Holloman and Cog- dell families over sale of land; siege by Sheriff Ollin Coor resulted in final surrender. 1861—Population over 1200. Young ladies at Wayne Fe- male College made battle flag for Goldsboro Ri- fles, Town Hall and Market House built in middle of Ash St. near E, Center; contained guard house or “calaboose”; stood for 40 years until torn down in 1900. Wm. Bonitz had envelope factory, which supplied Confederate government. 1861—Goldsboro Rifles and Goldsboro Volunteers left on New Bern train for defense of Ft. Macon April 15 after Ft. Sumter was fired upon. In all 22 companies went from Wayne into Confederate Army; heavy losses. 1862—Families from New Bern and coast refugeed to Goldsboro as coastal defenses fell into Federal hands. Battle for Neuse River Bridge, 4 miles be- low Goldsboro, important link between seaport Day Phone 8 BUNCH DRUG STORE Corner Mulberry and Center Streets Established 1947 Successor to WATERS DRUG STORE Established 1902 Happy Birthday WE'LL BE HERE TO SERVE YOU in 2057 Night Phone 1667] MUNICIPAL MILESTONES (Continued) Wilmington and Confederate capital Richmond; bridge burned by Foster’s men. Bridge was rebuilt, but in 1865 both railway and highway bridges were burned by Confederates to delay approach of Federal troops coming up from Ft. Fisher and Wilmington. 1863—Confederate President Jefferson Davis and staff inspect military defenses of Goldsboro on trip from Charleston and Wilmington back to Confed- erate capital, Nov. 7, 1863. W. T. Dortch, Sr., Senator in Confederate States Congress, 1865—Battle of Bentonville March 19, 20, 21, where Sherman defeated Jos. E. Johnston, last major engagement of War Between the States, 18 miles from Goldsboro. Sherman, en route to Raleigh from Columbia, S. C., entered state March 4, oc- cupied Fayetteville March 10; on March 16 de- feated Hardee in skirmish at Averasboro (Harnett County). March 21, Gen. Bragg removed Confed- erate forces from Goldsboro by Hooks River Bridge. Goldsboro had already surrendered to Schofield by time Sherman arrived. Sherman had previously agreed upon Goldsboro as a rendezvous point for Federal forces from New Bern, Wil- mington, and points South; for two weeks over 100,000 Union soldiers camped in or near Goldsboro while Sherman went to City Point, Petersburg, Va., to confer with President Lintoln and Gen. Grant on surrender terms; officers took forcible occupancy of town’s best homes. Sherman re- turned and led his forces to Raleigh April 12, fol- lowing Lee’s surrender on April 9 at Appomattox. Johnston surrendered to Sherman at Hillsboro April 26. Bummers and stragglers pillaged, for- aged, burned, and abused. 1865—Yankee, J. H. Place, elected mayor of Goldsboro, with Negroes voting for first time. Freedman’s Bureau set up, Glavis in charge. For four years, ten companies of Union soldiers, mostly Negroes, occupied Goldsboro, being quartered at old Fair Grounds at foot of S. John St. Town had Negro aldermen and policemen during Reconstruction period, and white teachers for Negro schools. 1865—Fine crop year; produce sold to Yankees. Many old businesses reopened and new ones started up, including H. Weil & Bros., founded in 1865 by Herman Weil who had clerked for Henry Oet- tinger, served in the Confederate Army and re- turned to Goldsboro, where his brothers, Henry and Sol, joined him. First Post Office opened, N. Center Street. 1866—500 Swiss immigrants brought to section to re- place liberated slaves as farm laborers; unfamiliar climate made them unwilling to remain. Due to liberation of slaves, plantation system was doomed, and tenant farming superseded old sys- tem. 1867—Julius A. Bonitz, brother of Wm., German scholar, revived “Rough Notes” newspaper, changing it to “Goldsboro Messenger”; also built Messenger Opera House and Arlington Hotel in later years; active in plea for schools and in Democratic party; later moved to Wilmington. 1868—New town constitution adopted; population 2,007, including 24 prisoners in jail who were counted to swell the total and increase number of magis- trates. 1869—Disastrous fire; “Messenger” burned out but printed paper under tree. In 1871 and 1884, other big fires scourged town, latter the worst, described thus: “Small boy, cigarette, high wind, and no water.” Gave rise to law passed “No more wooden store buildings.” Cisterns soon abandoned in fa- vor of waterworks and volunteer fire depart- ment. 1870—Stanley Undertaking establishment opened. Culti- vation of strawberries begun in section, Mt. Olive and Fremont incorporated; Whitehall Pikeville and Eureka develop afterwards, also Dudley. 1873-75—Messenger Bldgs. (Goldsboro Book Store) and Hotel Kennon built to replace burned structures (earlier hotels Griswold House and Gregory House). 1874—Upon death of Gov. Tod R. Caldwell, Curtis H. Brogden, Goldsboro native and Lt.-Gov. (Repub- lican) succeeds to governorship; lived on farm now in northern section of city limits. 1875—Taxable property in Wayne valued at $2,809,211 (real and personal). 1877—Over 5,000 crates of vegetables, berries, and pro- duce shipped out of Wayne. 1878—Goldsboro’s first Brass Band organized; gave out- door concerts. Murder of James Worley and wife by Noah Cherry gang; public hanging of three; buried in Negro graveyard near Big Ditch on Park Avenue, South Side. Tobacco farming first tried by Arnold Borden, son of E, B., Sr. 1879—Dewey Bros. Machine Shops opened on N. W. Center St., moved later to S. George St. 1881—Campaign for free Graded Schools launched by J. A. Bonitz, editor (later Argus editor), Chas. B. Aycock, F, A. Daniels, and Jos. E. Robinson, at- torneys; bond issue passed, and Middle Bldg. pur- chased; Negro schools built. 1880—Population of Goldsboro 3,286, larger than Dur- ham. Negro insane asylum established here. 1880-1890—New businesses in rapid succession: Electric light plant (originally on N. Center St. ext.), Goldsboro Oil Mill, Rice Mill, Mattress Factory, Buggy Factory, Waterworks (built privately, later sold to City), Ice Factory, Wayne Agricultural Works, Furniture Factory (now Kemp’s), Grant and Weil brickyards, Johnson, Underhill, and En- terprise Lumber Mills; Stand-pipe (beyond Grif- fin’s Mill) stored water piped from Little River where pumping station was located, 1883—Confederate Monument erected in Willowdale Cemetery, marking graves of 800 Confederate dead; money in part raised by gifts from North- ern manufacturers sold at a local Bazaar by ladies of the town. 1885—Newspapers: Argus (daily), Headlight and Record (weeklies). First experience in league baseball, with Raleigh, Durham, Henderson, Oxford, and Wilmington. 1886—Charleston, S. C., earthquake tremors felt in Goldsboro. Jewish Temple built. 1888—Locomotives converted from wood to coal; smoke- stacks streamlined. 1889—Catholie Church built. 1890—Herman Park given by Weil family to city, me- morial to Herman Weil. First bicycles, W. T. Harrison and C. G. Smith, Population 4,017. 1894—-Agricultural depression; cotton sells for 4 cents a pound. 1895—First tobacco warehouse built on N. John St. by Geo. C. Royall and others. 1897—Rural free delivery service begins. A. T. Griffin plant opened. PENNY’S” Is Proud Of Our Small Part In GOLDSBORO’S Century of Progress IT IS OUR WISH TO GROW THROUGH THE YEARS WITH A Greater Goldsboro Our Goal Should Be “AN EVEN BETTER TOWN— SPIRITUALLY, MORALLY, PHYSICALLY AND FINANCIALLY” THE J. C PENNY CO. GOLDSBORO, N. C. MUNICIPAL MILESTONES (Continued) 1898—Spanish-American War; Goldsboro sent two com- panies; few casualties, 1899—Goldsboro Woman’s Club organized. First steam laundry opened. 1900—Chas. B. Aycock, Fremont native and Goldsboro attorney (partner of F. A. Daniels) elected Gov- ernor of N. C. In four-year term 1,200 school houses were built; died in 1912 while speaking on “Education” in Birmingham, Ala. 1900—Telephone Exchange opened above Millers’ Drug Store, later sold to Southern Bell Co. First Cot- ton Mill opened by Bordens. 1.0.0.F. Home. Pop- ulation of Goldsboro 5,877. Steamboat “Goldsboro” proved failure for Neuse River freight hauling from New Bern; channel too shallow. 1901—Hangings became private affairs; no more public executions. 1902—Electric light plant sold to City; in 1912 to Caro- lina Power & Light Co. Present City Hall built, replacing Market and later one on E. Walnut St. 1903—First refrigerating plant installed at State Hospital (Insane Asylum). 1904—W. J. Matthews drives first automobile, steam- powered four-cylinder Locomobile, cost $225; on- lookers commented: “There goes a man with more money than sense.” Paving of business streets begun; none previously. 1907—Utility Mfg. Co. opened, later sold’ in 1928 (along with Enterprise and Empire) to Atlas Plywood Co. Local effects of nation-wide panic felt. City takes over Public Library established by Woman’s Club. In 1929 home of Mrs, Sol Weil given by children for Library Building. 1908—First movie house opened by H. R. Mason. Branch of Durham Hosiery Mill took over knitting mill; Negro section mill later became vocational depart- ment of Dillard High School. 1909-1915—Union Station built and trains removed from Center St. Street cars put into operation by brother promoters E. T. and J. S. Oliver, whose name reversed spelled “Revilo,” new section opened up; other subdivisions became popular: Goldsboro Gas Co. plant built. Borden Brick & Tile, Empire Mfg. Co., Goldsboro Milling Co. Ad- vent of chain stores. 1910—Population 6,107, slow rate of increase. 1911—Campaign for funds for Goldsboro Hospital suc- cessful, modern building replacing structures in two other sections formerly used; additions later of Nurses’ Home, isolation ward, and Annex. 1914—-Present Wayne County Court House built, replac- ing old one of 1850. 1917—Fair Grounds beyond N. George St. used for mus- tering-out station for soldiers returning from Mex- ican Border, named for Gen. Royster of National Guard; boys reeeived news of America’s entry into World War I while stationed at Camp Royster and went immediately into training for American Expeditionary Forces. Goldsboro adopts City Man- ager form of government, retaining Mayor. 1917-18—World War I, drawing from Wayne County 2,- 500 men, of whom 60 were killed in action or died of disease or wounds. Local men in 30th (Old Hickory) Division suffered heavy losses in break- ing of Hindenburg Line. 1918—Influenza epidemic sweeps the state; nursing shortage; many deaths; schools, theatres, and pub- lic buildings closed, 1920—Paving of residential streets and sidewalks under- _taken; full-time Health and Welfare departments established. Rise of civic clubs. Population 11,296, nearly doubled in ten years. Good roads and consolidated schools, cheaper automobiles bring boom period. 1923—Curb market opened for sale of farm produce and kitchen delicacies. i 1924—Wayne County Memorial Community Building dedicated to World War I dead. Quarters pro- vided for recreation, Scouting, Legion and other activities; swimming pool added in 1933 as me- morial to Geo. K. Freeman, N. C. American Le- gion Department Commander, Wayne Bank Bldg. erected. 1925—Hotel Goldsboro built by citizen-stockholders; Jater sold under receivership to private company. Bus travel increasing annually. 1926—Railroad tracks removed from downtown Center St., giving fine parking space. 1927—-Goldsboro High School built; Goldsboro has proud names in her school history—Moses, Alderman, Joyner, McIver, Claxton, Foust, Brooks and Aycock. Goldsboro Woman’s Club Building erected as social and civic center. Old “Middle Building” at William St. School torn down, leaving three others. 1928—Eastern branch of Orthopedic Hospital operates as monthly clinic. 1929—Merger of venerable newspaper Argus. with new- comer Goldsboro News. Stock market crash. In- terets in aviation leads to development of grass strip east of city. Present Fire Station built, re- placing one on N. John St. and Vine St. 1930—Population 14,596. Illiteracy reduced to 5.6% for whites, 20.6 for Negroes. 1931—Bank failures. Hoover cart parade (hybrid buggy with auto tires and horse). 1933-34—New Deal begins with Bank Holiday. Cattle from western “dust bowl” sent east to graze on more fortunate farmlands, some in Wayne. Weil’s Fertilizer plant opened; other industries, large and small. 1939—Radio station WGBR opened, 250 watts, 1400 kilocycles; later adds 1,000 watt Frequency Modu- lation. Municipal recreation area developed south of city, including baseball stadium and golf course; night baseball games popular. 1940—Population 17,274, before extension of City Limits. Bus service for city replaces non-existent street cars. 1941—WPA-built Municipal Airport south of city dedi- cated one week before Pearl Harbor; cost half- million dollars; named for local flier who was killed testing Navy planes, Seymour Johnson. 1942—Local Airport taken over by U. S. Army Air Forces as training center, Seymour Johnson Field, for ground crew mechanics, with quota of 250,000 to be trained. Camp later became a separation center, following use by pursuit squadron, Camp changed entire life of community, requiring rapid expansion of housing, additional business outlets. Victory ship “M. T. Goldsborough” launched at Wilmington. Woman’s Club Building becomes U. S. O. center for servicemen. 1940-1946—Before and during World War II, 6,000 local youths entered service in Army, Navy, or Marine Corps, with 85 lives lost. City limits extended to present size; area 2,963 acres. 1946—Return of peace brings rapid business expansion on outskirts and in city. 1947—Celebration of Goldsboro’s Centennial, with week of special events, historical pageant, window dis- plays, exhibits, and parades. “DRIVE IN TO BORROW" Program of Daily Events SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5TH—INSPIRATION AND REDEDICATION DAY All Services Listed Below at Municipal Stadium 10:00 A. M.—Municipal Baseball Stadium—Solemn High 7:45 P. M—Old Time Hymn Sing—Massed Choirs and Specializing In Financing New or Used Automobiles Repair Bills and Refinancing WAYNE FINANCE CO. Telephone 1024 Compliments of BEN ELLIS Apparel For MEN and BOYS 106 E. Walnut 8t. Phone 1359-R Goldsboro Corner James and Ash Sts. e-¢ With the Compliments Of LEDER BROS. Incorporated WALNUT ST. GOLDSBORO, N. C. e-?¢ Mass—Monsignor Arthur Raine Freeman, B. G.— Music by Saint Mary’s Choir of Goldsboro—Sermon by John Huston, Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer—Mass sponsored by Saint Mary’s Catho- lic Church of Goldsboro, Rev. Lawrence C. Newman, Administrator. Congregations of churches of all denominations. 8:00 P. M.—Keynote Centennial Message—Dr. C. Syl- vester Green, Educator, Minister, Editor; Durham, North Carolina. MONDAY, OCTOBER 6TH—CENTURY DAY 11:30 A. M.—Downton—Band Concert. 12:00 Noon—Reviewing Stand City Hall—Official Open- ing Ceremony—Greetings to Mayors—City Mana- gers—Wayne County Officials—Descendants of Pi- oneer Families and Guests by Mayor Scott B. Berk- eley, Mayor of the City of Goldsboro—Air Cavalcade, Wayne County Pilots. All Day—Historical and Museum Store Windows. Every Day—Court House—Army Display—United States Army—Union Station—Historical Trains—Southern Railroad and Atlantic Coast Line. OWE Bh y Se 2:00 P. M.—Hermann Park—Tennis Tournament. 8:00 P. M.—Municipal Baseball Stadium—Address by The Hon. Josephus Daniels, former Secretary of Navy of the United States. 8:30 P. M.—Stadium—Centennial Queen Coronation Ceremony—The Hon. Josephus Daniels—Premier performance of the Historical Spectacle, “A CEN- TURY ON REVIEW”—cast of 700—Fireworks, 9:30 P. M.—Downtown—Sireet Dancing. Yes, for the last thirty-five years of Goldsboro’s hundred, Carolina Power & Light Company has been one of its citizens. When C. P. & L. came to Goldsboro back in 1912 the population of the city was only about eleven thousand. There were only 595 customers for the electricity sold by the Company. Today Goldsboro has more than 27,000 people and Carolina Power & Light Company serves some 6,000 families here. But those figures can- not tell the whole story by any means. Goldsboro has become one of the most prosperous and progressive cities of eastern North Carolina. Its progress has been great .. . its future appears bright. Carolina Power & Light Company is proud to have had a part in build- ing the Goldsboro of today. We hope to have an equally important part (CAROLINA POWER © LIGHT COMPANY ) in the future. BRANCH BANKING & TRUST COMPANY THE SAFE EXECUTOR A Complete Banking Service CHECKING - SAVING and TRUST ACCOUNTS SELL YOUR TOBACCO IN GOLDSBORO AND DEPOSIT WITH US Resources Over Eighty-Million Dollars Telephone 380 & 381 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH—OLD TIMERS’ DAY All Day—Centennial Headquarters—116 N. William St. Registration of Former Residents. 10:00 A. M.—Reviewing Stand—Old Timers’ Program— Judging of Whiskers and Old Time Dresses—Tours of City Schools, Hospitals, Public Buildings, Stores and Industrial Plants, Information at Headquarters and Hotel Goldsboro. 4:00 to 6:00 P. M.—Reunion of Old Timers in Churches of ali Denominations. All Day—Downtown—Display of Windows, Trains, Army Equipment. 8:30 P. M.—Stadium—Historical Spectacle,—“A CEN- TURY ON REVIEW”’—Fireworks, 9:30 P. M.—Street Dancing. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8TH— GOVERNOR'S DAY 10:30 A. M.—Marquee Hotel Goldsboro—Recognition of Honored Guests. 11:00 A. M.—Marquee Hotel Goldsboro—Address by the His Excellency R. Gregg Cherry, Governor of the State of North Carolina. WHILE IN TOWN VISIT THE WAYNE BARBER SHOP East Walnut St. Goldsboro COLLINS CLOTHING STORE Ladies’ and Men's Clothing CASH OR CREDIT 131 S. Center St. Goldsboro All Day—Downtown—Historical Displays. 8:30 P. M.—Stadium—Pageant Spectacle—“‘A CEN- TURY ON REVIEW’—Fireworks. HERRING MOTORS HUDSON MOTOR CARS SALES & SERVICE 119 N. Center St. Phone 1543 GOLDSBORO, N. C. Compliments of Rogers Jewelry GOLDSBORO'S FRIENDLY JEWELERS Diamonds, Watches, Silverware 108 S. Center St. Goldsboro TEXACO SERVICE STATIONS PLEDGE TO CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU THE SAME HIGH QUALITY SERVICE FOR THE NEXT 100 YEARS CAP BEST, BACCO BELT S/S 4. T, HAWKINS, Distributor EDDIE HARRIS, OAK HEIGHTS, S/S CHAS. B. McGILL, 3rd, ANTHONY WAYNE S/S W. H. JENKINS CO. Structural Steel — Ornamental Iron Steel Building Products S. Center St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. WOMACK ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY of Goldsboro, N. C. Electrical Wholesalers MOTOR BEARINGS and PARTS COMPANY Wholesale Auto Parts N. CENTER ST. GOLDSBORO THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9TH—KENNETH C. ROYALL DAY 10:15 A. M.—Reviewing Stand, City Hall—Band Con- cert, Band of the Famous 82nd Airborne Division, United States Army, Fort Bragg. The 82nd Airborne Division Honor Guard Company. Company L, 119th Infantry, 30th Division. 11:00 A. M.—Grand Military, Historical Float and Indus- trial Street Parade, 12:00 Noon—Ceremony Honoring Veterans of the Armed Forces of America—Recognition of High Ranking Military Personnel. 5:30 P. M.—Hotel Goldsboro—Banquet for Honored Guests. 8:00 P. M.—Stadium—Address by General Kenneth C. Royal!, Secretary of the Army of the United States of America. 8:30 P. M.—Stadium—Historical Spectacle——“A CEN- TURY ON REVIEW”—Fireworks. 10:00 to 2:00—Grand Centennial Ball—Music by Glenn Gray and His Casa Loma Orchestra, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19TH— YOUTH DAY 10:15 A. M.—Reviewing Stand—Ceremony turning over City Government of Junior Mayor and Junior City Officials who will rule the city for a day. 11:00 A. M.—Center Street—Mutt and Baby Parade. 1:00 P. M.—Center Street—Firemen‘s Water Fight— Kinston vs. Goldsboro. 2:00 P. M.—Courthouse—Boy and Girl Scout Demon- stration. All Day—Historical Displays—Windows—Trains—Army Equipment. 3:30 P. M.—H. S. Athletic Field—Midget Football Game. 8:30 P. M.—Stadium—Historical Spectacle—“A CEN- TURY ON REVIEW’—Fireworks. 9:30 P. M.—Downtown—Street Dancing. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH—FARMERS’ DAY All Day—Historical Displays—A Full Day of Events with Special Appeal to the Country Folks—Sponsored by Junior Chamber of Commerce of Goldsboro. 8:30 P, M.—Final Showing of the Historical Spectacle, “A CENTURY ON REVIEW”—Fireworks—Square Dancing on the Street. é QUALITY MERCHANDISE at MODEST. PRIGES EFIRD'S DEPARTMENT STORE Goldsboro, North Carolina Congratulations GOLDSBORO AND ITS CITIZENS ON THE OCCASION DIAMOND FEEDS | > OF THEI 100% Anniversary COOPERATION, PROGRESS AND ACHIEVEMENT STOCK and POULTRY | | Wayne Wholesale Grocery Co. For DISTRIBUTORS — FINE FOOD PRODUCTS Manufactured “The House of Nationally Advertised Brands” By emu ENRICHED SELF-RISING FLOUR pcre pert = GOLDSBORO MILLING COMPANY SASSSSESSSNS Our 3lst Anniversary ® aD er WASHINGTON FLOUR MILL WASHINGTON, MO. Nothing Finer In All Carolina” Trade Marked Merchandise Only GIDDENS JEWELRY STORE | CENTRAL SERVICE MOTOR CO. 135 South Center Street S 115 East Ash Street ue _ Goldsboro’s Newest Firm North Carolina's Oldest Jewelry THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON September 22, 1947 Dear Mayor Berkeley: It is a real pleasure to eet the peopl of Goldsboro, North Carolina, on the occaaionecer z that city's one hundredth anniversary, The community's development and during the last century may waliee a Baines oer pride to its citizens, because its progress has proved that industry and enterprise, in the Amer- ican manner, bring rich rewards in any era of our national life. The measure of Goldsboro's contribution to the national welfare also is to be found in-the accomplishments of its native sons, one of whom <= Kenneth C. Royall, outstanding soldier and jurist -- continues to serve his country as a member of my official family. It 1s on such communities as Goldsboro, sae such citizens, that the future of America restse Very sincerely yours, Honorable Scott B. Berkeley, Mayor of Goldsboro, Goldsboro, ‘ North Carolina, The Goldsboro Centennial Commission Inc. Presents The Mammoth and Beautiful HISTORICAL PAGEANT SPECTACLE “A CENTURY ON REVIEW" Depicting the history of Goldsboro from the time of the Indian to the time of the modern city of 1947. Greetings to you assembled here as we present the thrilling story of the founding, growth and develop- ment of Goldsboro over a period of a hundred years. Couriers and banner bearers arrive to form an avenue of honor, through which Miss Goldsboro Cen- tennial and Miss Columbia and the princesses of their courts come into view. Coronation of Miss Goldsboro Centennial opening night by the Honorable Josephus Daniels, President of the Raleigh News and Observer, Secretary of the Navy in cabinet of President Woodrow Wilson and formerly Ambassador to Mexico under appointment by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Address of welcome by Miss Goldsboro Centennial and greetings by Miss Columbia. Program EPISODE I “JOHN LAWSON AND THE FIRST INHABITANTS” Before the white man came Wayne County saw the Tuscarora Indian tribe settled here. In this scene we see a Tuscarora village along the banks of the Neuse River in the year 1711 when John Lawson, English explorer and historian, was captured and burned at the stake. Cousins and McGowan, Owners Firestone HOME and AUTO SUPPLIES FIRESTONE EXTRA VALUE PRODUCTS FOR CAR, HOME, RECREA- TION AND FARM. Phone 451 E. WALNUT ST. Goldsboro Cogdells Bicycle Shop Compliments of BB liz 7 | GOLDSBORO LODGE e = Y er Co. NO. 139 15} cele, 7 (O) TE, SAFE, LOCK, GUN REPAIR 226 N. Center Phone 366 Eastern Carolinas Shopping Center GOLDSBORO, N. C. WAYNE SALVAGE & EXCHANGE North Carolina's We Buy and Sell Anything of Value FEI SR fe te eke ike aa8 ike Belk-Tyler Company — Goldsboro, N. C., one of the many Belk Stores serving North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Ten- nessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alaba- ma and Kentucky. The first Belk Store opened in Monroe, N. C., in 1888. Today the Belk organi- zation has grown to one of the largest distribu- tors of Reliable merch- andise in the South, with over 275 Modern Depart- ment Stores. The organ- ization has two buying offices, one in Charlotte, N. C., and one in New York City. Visit your nearest Belk Store for Re- Hable merchandise at the tight prices with modern equipment and depend- able service. Oldest Elks Lodge EPISODE II Phone 1440 12] E. Mulberry Street Goldsboro, N. Carolina “THE RIDE OF MARY SLOCUMB” No account of Revolutionary Days is complete without calling to mind the famous ride of Mary Slocumb, which took place during the pattle of Moore’s Creek. Ezekiel Slocumb, Captain of the Rangers, the Slocumb plantation with an old negro mammy. had left his wife and baby at One night, as she dozed by the fire, this brave girl saw in a dream her husband lying on the ground covered by the cloak she had made with her own hands. Saddling her horse, she rode all night to the scene of the battle 75 miles distant and saw a body covered with a cloak as in her dream. But upon uncovering the man’s face she found it to be a wounded neighbor about whom the Captain had wrapped his cloak. COURTESY W. H. BEST & SONS N. John St. Goldsboro BELL-ASKINS PLUMBING & HEATING COMPANY CONTRACTING — REPAIRS @- @ AUTHORIZED WILLIAMS OIL-O-MATIC OIL BURNER SERVICE Phone 228 Goldsboro Phone 75 H. L. MOYE Dependable + COAL + Briquets Charcoal PEPSI-COLA COMPANY, LONG ISLAND CITY, N. Y. FRANCHISED BOTTLER: PEPSI-COLA BOTTLING CO. of Goldsboro, N. C., Inc. CUSHMAN SCOOTERS One of the Most Complete Service Shops in Eastern Carolina Nationally Advertised RADIOS — RADIO TUBES BATTERIES AND ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES PICK-UP AND DELIVERY SERVICE BROWN'S RADIO SALES and SERVICE 134 S. Center St. Phone 800 Goldwayne Laundry and Dry Cleaners Odorless Dry Cleaning PHONE 25 EPISODE III “GENERAL WAYNE VISITS WAYNE COUNTY” In 1779 Wayne County was formed from the western half of Dobbs County. It was agreed to name the new county after the next general to win a decisive victory. General Anthony Wayne’s capture of Stony Point gave him the honor. In this scene we see General Wayne as he came through the county in 1781 on his way to fight the British in Georgia. “VELVET” ICE CREAM GARDNER'S DIARY PRODUCTS GRADE “A” PASTEURIZED MILK 503 W. Mulberry St. Phone 166 J. A. CAISON JOHNS-MANVILLE ROOFS AND BARETT ROOFS ANCHOR AWNINGS TINSMITHS SHEET METAL WORK 223 N. John Phone 431 CHRYSLER —And— PLYMOUTH AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR Sales and Service J.D. PIKE MOTOR C0. 222 N. John St. Phone 188 Goldsboro . R ADEE. Boysto6 Girls 012 WEARING APPAREL TOYS — GIFTS — NOVELTIES CHILDREN'S FURNITURE 105 S. Center Phone 842-W Goldsboro VISIT THE CITY BARBER SHOP For That Well Groomed Feeling 122 N. John St. Goldsboro COMPLIMENTS OF GOLDSBORO TRANSPORTATION COMPANY Goldsboro Phone 1064 Almands GOLDSBORO’'S MODERN AIR-CONDITIONED DRUG STORE The Store that Brought Low Drug Prices to Goldsboro Almand’s Drug Store W. Walnut St. Goldsboro, N. C. EPISODE IV “ROLLING TOBACCO TO MARKET” In early times before the operation of the railroad the transportation of our products was most primitive. Our ancestors carried their tobacco all the way to Petersburg, Virginia, revolving over bad roads, drawn by horses harnessed to axles skillfully placed in the ends of stout hogsheads containing the precious leaf. COMPLIMENTS OF SUTTON -LEWIS FURNITURE CO. Quality Merchandise Reasonably Priced N. Carolina Goldsboro 122-124 E. Mulberry St. NORBORNE G. SMITH THE HAT SHOPPE BORDEN BLDG. “Exclusive But Not Expensive” BORDEN BRICK and TILE CO. GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA GOLDSBORO, N. C. Phone 1057 Paramount Theatre Building GRIFFIN MOTOR CO. Compliments REPAIRING e IDEAL BARBER SHOP ON ALL MAKES OF CARS FACE I i CE BRICK 116 N. John St. 118 E. Ash St. GOLDSBORO N. CAROLINA —— Manufacturers of —— COMMON BRICK HOLLOW BUILDING TILE EPISODE V “PICKING COTTON BY HAND” The cotton gin had a late introduction in this county; and before its advent cotton was picked by hand from the seed around the fireside at night. In this scene we see a family, the oldest and the youngest, all going about the task of filling a shoe full before bedtime. — PLANTS — COMPLIMENTS OF GOLDSBORO, N. C. : SCOTT MOTOR CO. SANFORD, N. C. DURHAM, N. C. Sales and Service Established 191 | BUICK MOTOR CARS S. CENTER ST. GOLDSBORO FARM IMPLEMENTS | 4 FIREPLACE FURNISHINGS 60 Years in Goldsboro Next May —s ma a was; -EGS.UP) meer § Wayne Agricultural Works, Inc. GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA Thel E. Smith A. G. Pelt, Jr. B. F. AVE RY TRACTORS CASH DRUG CO. a Seppe eS TRU-DRAFT tae oe FARM IMPLEMENTS ¢ MULES — HORSES Cedric E. Edgerton N. Center St. : Goldsboro GOLDSBORO, N. C. Telephone 170 133 E. Walnut St. EPISODE VI "FORMATION OF WAYNESBORO AS THE COUNTY SEAT” In 1787 Waynesboro was incorporated as the county seat. At this time it was a village of 150 and stood on the Northern bank of the Neuse river where the boats docked. We see one of the first meetings of the commissioners as they met to discuss affairs of the county. Congratulations and Best Wishes to the Citizens of Goldsboro For a Century of Progress DILLON SUPPLY COMPANY RALEIGH — DURHAM — ROCKY MOUNT — GOLDSBORO J M EDGERTON & SON [ OVER SEVENTY YEARS ON CENTER STREET - C ; nc. SERVING OUR FOURTH GENERATION ECONOMICALLY AND ACCURATELY International : ; TRUCKS TRACTORS ROBINSON'S DRUG STORE ¢ ¢ Joliet CORN SHUCKERS CORN SHELLERS EPISODE VII ¢ SA “THE COMING OF THE RAILROAD” Goldsboro derives its name from a civil engineer named Goldsborough, who assisted in surveying and building the Wilmington and Weldon railroad, now the Atlantic Coast Line. We show the arrival of Major Goldsborough by stagecoach PAC KA RD AUTOMO BI LES at the present site of Goldsboro as he came to survey and make plans for the laying of track. “ASK THE MAN WHO OWNS ONE” ‘2 ° HARRY J. SHUMATE HARRELL’S Owner NORGE APPLIANCES NEWSSTAND HARDWARE 105 N. Center SHUMATE FUNERAL HOME a 24 HOUR AMBULANCE SERVICE BYRD'S NEWS SERVICE N. Center St. Goldsboro, N. C. / ij 411 E. Mulberry St. Phone 630 104 S. John “The Complete Farm Supply Store” Welcome from the HOTEL GOLDSBORO Where there is a Friendly, Courteous and Well Trained Staff to make your stay a pleasant one. Center of All Social and Civic Activities Meeting Place of the KIWANIS ROTARY LIONS CIVITAN BUSINESS and PROFESSIONAL WOMAN'S CLUB WAYNE MEDICAL SOCIETY wee MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION Commercial Travelers and Tourist enjoy our newly decorated immac- ulate rooms, all outside exposures, bath, comfortable beds and radio. We are especially proud of our reputation for excellent food recom- mended by Duncan Hines and Gourmet Served at an extremely reasonable price CLUB BREAKFAST BUSINESS MEN'S LUNCH TABLE D'HOTE DINNER .......... 1.00 up (also a la carte) SPECIAL ATTENTION IS GIVEN TO PRIVATE PARTIES YOU WILL FIND THE SPACIOUS LOBBY AND MEZZANINE AN IDEAL PLACE TO MEET YOUR FRIENDS Let Us Serve You with Your Social and Business Entertaining Walter A. Stansbury Manager 5 For More Than Half A Century Service to Goldsboro in Real Estate Man's Soundest Investment—Real Estate—Never Loses The Value Ex- cept in a Relative Manner. CRAWFORD-NORWOOD COMPANY John R. Crawford Chas. S. Norwood 55 Years Experience 20 Years Experience Walnut at Center ' EPISODE VIII "COUNTY SEAT MOVED FROM WAYNESBORO TO GOLDSBORO” When the railroad came thru Goldsboro much agitation arose to have the County Seat moved to Goldsboro. Everyone was so excited that an election was held but the voters decided not to move the court house. However, those who favored the move continued their campaign and a barbeque was held at the large grove where the public library now stands. A second election was held August 3, 1848, and the majority were in favor of the change. M. E. ROBINSON Incorporated SCO-CO SCO-CO I8BB2 One of Goldsboro’s Oldest I9Q4AZT Established 1882 By Pioneering Citizens E. B. Borden, W. H. Borden, F. K. Borden, E. B. Borden, Jr., Henry Lee, M. L. Lee, C. Dewey, Sol Weil, and T. T. Oliver “The Goldsboro Oil Mill” THE SOUTHERN COTTON OIL COMPANY Office and Plant South John Street, Goldsboro, N. C. This Modern Plant, Consisting of a Cottonseed Oil Mill, Cotton Gin and Fertilizer Plant, Renders a Complete Service to Farmers and Ginners in Wayne and Adjoining Counties. : SCO-CO SCO-CO SCO-CO COTTONSEED HIGH QUALITY SOYA BEAN MEAL FERTILIZERS MEAL Manufactured by ¢ THE SOUTHERN COTTON OL COMPANY A NEIGHBORLY INSTITUTION SCO-CO | kok peeled Congratulations Horses — Mules 2 | ARD GOLDSBORO CENTENNIAL J e W. W N. CENTER STREET GOLDSBORO TOBACCO CO. Leaf Tobacco Dealers kok GOLDSBORO EPISODE Ix “MOVING TO GOLDSBORO” There began an amazing wholesale move to Goldsboro. Those who had not yet left Waynesboro began at once to move their possessions and even their buildings. We show the Richard Washington home laboriously being moved by means of mule-power. Compliments CHAS. B. DAVIS Wholesale FRUITS— PRODUCE GROCERIES Serving Goldsboro and Many Adjacent Towns Within 50-100 Miles of Our City Goldsboro Phone 57 E. M. Thompson, President S. D. Wooten, Secretary Bulk Plants — Goldsboro, N. C. — Kinston, N. C. THOMPSON-WOOTEN OIL CO. SHELL PETROLEUM PRODUCTS Goldsboro, North Carolina “This business was begun as a partnership by Earl Thompson and Sterling Wooten in October, 1927. It now supplies Shell gasoline, kerosene, fuel oils, motor oils, lubricants and specially products to all classes of customers in Wayne, Lenoir, Greene, Duplin counties and in parts of Sampson, Johnston and Jones counties. This year 1947 is the twentieth year of service to this section!” S. D. Wooten, President E. M. Thompson, Secretary PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTORS Incorporated WHOLESALE PETROLEUM PRODUCTS Tires — Batteries — Accessories 601 North John Street Goldsboro, North Carolina “Established in 1945 as an outgrowth of Thompson Wooten Oil Company, this business now serves dealers and large commercial consumers in twenty-two Eastern and Central North Carolina counties with such high quality products as Quaker State oils and Superfine lubricants, duPont Zerex and Zerone anti-freezes, Kelly Springfield tires and accessories, Auto-Lite spark plugs, Prest-O-Lite batteries, duPont No. 7 line, Simoniz, Casite, General Electric miniature bulbs and others.” S. D. Wooten, President E. M. Thompson, Secretary COASTAL TRANSPORT Incorporated BULK PETROLEUM PRODUCTS TRANSPORTATION 601 NORTH JOHN STREET A. A. Roberts, Mechanic E. L. Combs, Dispatcher Goldsboro, North Carolina “Incorporated in 1946 to cover operations which were begun as a war-time necessity, this business now serves jobber and major company bulk storage plants in Eastern and Central North Carolina with transport loads of gasoline, kerosene and fuel oil hauled for them mainly from ocean terminals at Wilmington, N.C. Motto: “Prompt Delivery!’’ Bright St. Phone 310 Compliments Compliments of of ED. F. TAYLOR EDWARDS YOUNG GENERAL BUILDING MEN S SHOP COMMERCIAL — INDUSTRIAL RESIDENTIAL GOLDSBORO RTH CAROLINA Serving Goldsboro and Ko) Eastern Carolina For Over 20 Years EPISODE X "GOLDSBORO AND THE WAR BETWEEN THE STATES” In 1857 the Wayne Female College was built on William Street. The most cher- ished assignment ever given a class was the making of a Confederate flag by the young ladies which was presented to the Goldsboro Rifles upon their departure for war in April, 1861. 212 East Walnut St. Phone 351 ee FAMILY SHOE STORE, Inc. Goldsboro, N. C. Peters’ City Club Diamond Shoes Brand Shoes for for the Men Entire Family Velvet Step Weatherbird Shoes Shoes for for Women Boys and Girls As Nationally Advertised Compliments Of KADIS Incorporated THE STORE WITH SATISFIED CUSTOMERS 123 E. Walnut St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. Compliments ROYAL CLOTHING COMPANY 107 N. John St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. Open a Charge Account With Us GOLDSBORO’S OLDEST FURNITURE STORE call 115-117 E. Walnut St. EPISODE XI “JEFFERSON DAVIS VISITS GOLDSBORO” On November 7, 1863, Confederate President Davis stopped in Goldsboro en route from Wilmington to Richmond which was then the capital of the Confederacy. We show his arrival with aides for this visit. Courtesy ee WAYCO Years in the Same CORPORATION Location LOUIS J. FARFOUR THE MODERN FREEZER MEN'S AND WOMEN'S APPAREL LOCKER DRY GOODS SERVICE 121 E. Walnut St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. GOLDSBORO SALES AND SERVICE I. A. LOVING C0. General Contractors COBB MOTOR COMPANY 215 N. Center St. Goldsboro FOR OVER EPISODE XII DD Ve “CHARLES AYCOCK—NORTH CAROLINA‘S EDUCATIONAL GOVERNOR” car’. Ss Charles Bradley Aycock dreamed as a boy behind a plow of education for all. He was destined to have a profound influence on the school system of his native Wayne County and all of North Carolina. He devoted his four years as governor toward the upbuilding of public schools and the advancement of opportunity for free education to every child of the state. Today on every hand we see the fruits of his labors and realize his dream came true. Congratulations t () L D \ B () R () WE PLEDGE OUR EFFORTS FOR A NORTH CAROLINA ~ | “BIGGER AND BETTER GOLDSBORO” PATE-DAWSON COMPANY FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES EDWARDS and JERNIGAN FURNITURE COMPANY —FOR FINE FURNITURE— SINCE 1935 STORE 115 East Mulberry Street GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA Phone 1000 . 2 Complete Home Furnishings CREECH-FIELDS COMPANY Fine Furniture - Bedding Floor Covering 209-211 W. Walnut St. GOLDSBORO; N. C. BLACKWOOD Associate | SEIBERLING TIRES STEWART- HOME AND AUTO WARNER _ SUPPLIES RADIOS Goldsboro, N. C. TURNER EQUIPMENT CO., Inc. GOLDSBORO Manufacturers of WELDED STEEL TANKS —Since 1938— OOO POIOIOIOS: EPISODE XIII THE GAY NINETIES” From one of the most fabulous decades of the past century we show a typical holiday crowd in the period of the High Wheeler, the handle-bar moustache and the bustle—the Gay Nineties. Goldsboro was fifty years old in 1897 and everyone celebrated, just as we are doing today—fifty years later. OVER EAT Se Made-Rite In The Same Location Giving Bread Continuous Service To Our Public HUB DEPT. STORE (MANSOUR'S) 105-107 E. Walnut St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. MADE-RITE BAKERY GOLDSBORO, N. C. MAKERS OF QUALITY COTTON YARN We here at Borden's are proud of the part our Company has played in the building of a bigger and better Goldsboro. We are the only textile plant in this vicinity and have an average of 225 employees. We operate twelve months a year and manufacture only the finest quality of carded Cotton Yarns in counts from 10s to 30s. To those of you who have never been through our plant we issue a cordial invitation to do so. Those of you who have visited us are invited to come again. THE BORDEN MANUFACTURING COMPANY COMPLIMENTS OF W. P. ROSE SUPPLY CO. Building Supplies 101 W. Holly St. Compliments of Johnson - Sherman Co. J. I. Case and Massey Harris Farm Machinery New Holland Automatic Balers Moffit Saw Mills Continental and LeRoi Power Units Crosley Electrical Appliances SALES & SERVICE GOLDSBORO, N. C. 410 W. Walnut St. Phone 1580 KINSTON, N. C. U.S. 70 Highway Phone 2035 EPISODE XIV "THE DAYS OF THE BUCKET BRIGADE” In this scene we show the development of the fire department from the days of “pass-the-bucket-up-the-line” to the modern streamlined equipment that protects us in 1947. A. M. SHRAGO & SONS Wholesale Dry Goods, Notions and Mill Agents Goldsboro’s Oldest Wholesale Distributors Serving Eastern Carolina since 1893 Goldsboro, N. C. BERNEY'S LOAN CO. LIBERAL LOANS ON ANYTHING OF VALUE Compliments of LESSER'S Ladies, Misses & Juniors Bargains in DIAMONDS SILVERWARE WATCHES SPORTING GOODS LUGGAGE : RADIOS MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CAMERAS MEN’S CLOTHING SHOTGUNS 201 E. Walnut St. READY-TO-WEAR 102 E. Walnut St. GOLDSBORO, N. C. Goldsboro, N. C. CONGRATULATIONS GOLDSBORO On Your 100th Birthday The Heilig-Myers Co., now in its 35th year is proud and happy to serve this community and its surround- ing territory with furniture and house furnishings. THE HEILIG-MYERS COMPANY “FOR THRIFTY BUYERS” All Are Cordially Invited To Visit With Us At Our Fine Store. 136-138 E. WALNUT ST. GOLDSBORO, N. C. See Us For HOME FURNISHINGS, PAINTS, HARDWARE, BOTTLED GAS AND ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES JOHN DEERE TRACTORS—FARM EQUIPMENT HUB HARDWARD COMPANY Headquarters For HARDWARE HOUSEHOLD GOODS KELVINATOR APPLIANCES COLEMAN OIL BURNERS Johnson Cotton Co. 132-34 E. Walnut St. “EASTERN CAROLINA'S FARM 126 E. WALNUT ST. pa GOLDSBORO HOME SUPPLIERS EPISODE XV “A TRIBUTE TO THE WORLD CONFLICTS” IN THIS SCENE WE HONOR THOSE MEN AND WOMEN FROM WAYNE COUNTY who went out to make this a better world in which to live and bring up our children. Greetings from NEIL JOSEPHS SHOP EXCLUSIVE LADIES READY-TO-WEAR 25 YEARS IN BUSINESS IN GOLDSBORO Goldsboro’s Oldest Financial Establishment y CONGRATULATES GOLDSBORO MICKEY S PASTRY SHOP ON ITS 100th ANNIVERSARY 212 N. Center He Goldsboro N. C. T OLDSBORO DR. CORBETT E. HOWARD DR. A. G. | Ue BUILDING AND LOAN ASSOCIATION DR. A. H. ZEALY DR. R. E. WILLIAMS HAS PAID TO ITS INVESTORS Pe oe eee DR. A. H. PATE DR. BL TART, JR. 82 Consecutive Semi-Annual Dividends UN DEE DR. JAS. M. ZEALY DR. W. C. SMI skewise We Ho DUN - TH Lik e We Hope to Serve Goldsboro “A GOOD PLACE TO MEET” GOLDSBORO CLINICALLAB. | THOMAS OFFICE SUPPLY ne MILK SHAKES — COFFEE DR. T. M. BIZZELL HUGH WALDROP N, John St. cura DR. ZENO B. SPENCE DR. WM. TRACHTENBERG wig ee ea Pasco here WawALe” The entire cast of the Historical Spectacle join in the grand finale. Their common MR. If E. BIZZELLE CAMPBELLS GIFT SHOP pledge and our prayer is not only a salute to Goldsboro, but a salute to all mankind that has ever since time began, hungered, searched and fought for the right to freedom and individuality. PANORAMA OF PAST ACHIEVEMENT CHALLENGE FOR THE FUTURE “OUR NATIONAL ANTHEM” 0 U Ls \ AY S G c 1 Grand Finale Spectacle and Fireworks which follow immediately. T | 3 4 3 S T 4 U Y AT ¥ Please—We request that all spectators remain in their seats until the close of the Firestone iyi GIVE JEWELRY NOW YOU CAN and BUY Many More Birthdays ! ! You give the finest AT LOWER THAN it pRE- WAR PRICES ! | T R U = G E MS ) YOUR JEWELERS 132 S. Center St. Goldsboro, N. C. Phone 1301 BRYAN ROCK ano SAND CO., in. 207 Raleigh Bldg. Manuf CRUSHED STONE STONE CHATS RAILROAD BALLAST JETTY STONE RIP RAP STONE STONE SCREENINGS BRANCH OFFICES Goldsboro, N. C. Bailey, N. C. Rolesville, N. C. (Lassiter Quarry) Garysburg, N. C. (Garypit Plant) Rockton, N. C. Bunnlevel, N. C. Aberdeen, N. C. (Blue's Y Siding Plant) Telephone 3-1986 RALEIGH, N. C. acturers and Producers of WASHED GRAVEL CONCRETE SAND MORTAR SAND BLASTING SAND FILTER BED SAND CLAY GRAVEL + 15,000 + TONS PER DAY (8 Hours) CAPACITY SHIPPING POINTS CRUSHED STONE and STONE PRODUCTS Bailey, N. C. Lassiter, N. C. WASHED GRAVEL - BLASTING - CONCRETE SAND Gary Pit, N. C. Bunnlevel, N. C. CONCRETE and MORTAR SAND Goldsboro, N. C. Blue’s “Y” Siding, N. C. CLAY GRAVEL ITALY HILL, W. 6. Rockton, N. C. Libby Lou Stuart Jerry Worrell Ashton Griffen. Paul Pittman Catherine Casteen Mary Louise Bizzell Jewell Best Shirley Tilton Peggy Mewborn Christine Cobb Martha Wallace Peggy Roberts Betsy Brackett Melo Royall Mary Ruth Montaque Betty Mixon Barbara Tyndall Christine Hines Carolyn Lancaster Libby Best Dorothy Wall Betsy Outland Peggy Ann West Mitzie Edmunson Bobby Jean Thompson Elizabeth Carlisle Margaret Joyce Bissette Nancy Hamill Hilda Toler Marilyn Best Peggy Milton Boone Helen Nelson Fays Parnell Ruth Forehand Ruby Forehand Hilda Holland Elizabeth Smith Betsy Peele Joy Creech Clara Hollowell Janice Jernigan Annie Ruth Anderson Elma Worrell Sybil Parrish Evelyn Brown Camille Farfour Becky James Personnel of the Cast PROLOGUE TRUMPETERS Ann Houser Barbara Russell BOY SCOUTS Jimmy Purser Lewis Bryan GIRL SCOUTS Barbara Jean Godwin Beverly Cousins Agnes Davis Annette Paschall Janet Stanton Betty Jinnette Barbara Ann Bagwell Pat Burgess Hazel Forhand Lois Underwood Patsy McLamb Joyce Roberts Vivie Johnson Toby Ann Dinning AMERICAN JACKIES Viola Carr Joyce Gardner Dorothy Worrell Lois Basden Hattie Redick Christine Carter FLAG GIRLS Frances Myers Betty Lou Cole Alice King Hilda Potter CENTENNIAL CADETS Hilda Lane Nancy Underwood Nan Barnes Ruth Davis NATIONS Jean Mitchell Merle Rosser Jewell Thomas NATIONS ATTENDANTS Opal Epps Geraldine Price Madaline Epps STATES Judy Adams Virginia Brogden Julia Cotton Coletta Lahr Melrose Coward Doris Pate Irene Stroud Joyce McClenny Jean Conner Patsy Ray Susie Coward Dorothy Crawford Julia Manley Victor Herring Bill Elliott Sarah Jim Horton Darlene Warrick Sara Markham Jessine Hart Peggy Hawkins Ann Marlow Barbara Warren Betty Jean Grantham Louise Wooten Kathryn Newton Erma Best Joyce Ann Stephenson Ann Barfield Shirley Shrago Alice Wiggins Florence Bowden Veryl Trueblood Marjorie Blackman Lois Johnson Zelda Potter Joyce Britt Frafices Potter Lucille Williams Shirley Haynes Gloria Howell Mary Rachel J fohnson. Joyce Bagley Gertrude Kleinert Dorothy Lahr Carolyn Malpass Callie MacArthur Sarah Casey Sarah Brown Shirley James Harriette Reeves Margie Jeannette Frances Malpass Dorothy Thomas Lillian Haynes Eleanor Norris Jerry Faircloth Peggy Hill The Colonial Lady. Audrey Garris Tommy Vinson CHILDREN Bernard Branch Jo Ann Williams Betsy Jean Gwatney THE THIRTEEN COLONIES Paul Vinson, Jr. Laverne Tew Faye Branch Lou York Anne Lee Janet Cook Patsy Donnell Carolyn Loftin Ethel Parks Ed_ Strickland Ralph Fail William Nix Bay Anderson Jack Godwin Kirby Dudley Lenwood Lupton Frank Gates Thurston Garris Lib Quinn Lorraine Baddour Miriam Sholar Virginia Mintz Hattie Hocutt Frances Stafford Doris Lawrence Virginia Carter Eunice Smith Fanny Winborne Mary Lou Campbell Susan Campbell Barbara Fitzgerald Dora Sansbury Sandra Brown John Crawford Sam Hocutt A. B. Sansbury J. R. Dulaney Annette Edgerton Peggy Malpass Anna Lee Pennington Mildred Radford The Daughter of the Confederacy. Reba Carraway Alese Edgerton Edith Long La Nelle Edwards Sara Dewey Hunt BELLES OF THE CONFEDERATE STATES Anne Stafford Geraldine Pate Peggy Ann Britt Emma Jean Williams Joyce Carter Anne Butler Dana James Gulley Martha Kornegay Bennette Daughtry “JOHN LAWSON AND THE FIRST INHABITANTS” CHIEFS Jimmie Britt John Lawson Christopher de Graffenreid Medicine Man INDIAN MEN LeRoy Smith Ruben Thompson Jack Howell Haywood West Ralph Woodard Lenwood Smith Junius Edwards Frog Parish Jesse Collins INDIAN WOMEN Rachel Rogers Ann Brown Clarinda Britt Beulah Mae Campbell Hazelle Selby Sallie Crocker Hattie Massey Addie Pilkington Henrietta Parnell Doris Sansbury Dot Spears INDIAN CHILDREN Pat Brown Semi Mintz Sammy Hocutt Tootie Brown Kitty Brown Leny Faircloth George Johnson Clyde Tilton Earl Stanford Edmund Faircloth Junior Cousins Charles Ellis Admiral Sherard George Rogers Theodore Outlaw Jack Rose Paul Ingram Margaret Jones Jessie Britt Jewel Keen Doris Strickland Jo Ann Flowers Jackie Saunders Letha Brown Lessie Mallard Leah Lloyd Rigsbee Edna Cole Shirley Cook Milly Stevens Mary Rachel Shine Dick Pritchard Austin Sansbury “THE RIDE OF MARY SLOCUMB” Mary Slocumb.. Captain Ezekiel Slocumb_ Mammyioe rs gan oe Ss ane SOLDIERS T. L. Blaw W. G. Britt James D, Evans W. B. Griffen Arch Hamil Elizabeth Thompson Marvin Smoot Harriet Avery Morris Leder Wylie Parker L. E. Bunch Charles Norwood “PICKING COTTON BY HAND” L. O. Branch Edna V. Branch “FORMATION OF WAYNESBORO AS COUNTY SEAT” H. F. Morgan Frank F. Clarke Speed Hollowell Lewis Honrine Jo Hooks Edna Sutton Jennette Sturtevant Doris Woodard Thos. M. Jenkins, Jr. Albert L. Mix Cleston Puryear Clay B. Rich P. O. Higginbotham “THE COMING OF THE RAILROAD” Major M. T. Goldsborough — Stage Driver———_____— MEN J. H. Caudill R. J. Quinn WOMEN Adell Sherard Elizabeth Johnson Louise Winbon Dorothy Outlaw Christine Quinn _-Admiral Sherard J. C. Harvell Charles Norfleet Sallie Howell Mary Elizabeth Hallow Helen Kannon Mary Davis “COUNTY SEAT MOVED FROM WAYNESBORO TO GOLDSBORO” William F, Beeman Graham Hood N. J. Thomas Avon C, Malpass R. Norman Rouse, Sr. Henry W. Mixon Micky McClenny ‘Tom Spears Ralph Summerlin James K. Gulley Herman White M. V. Westmoreland R. E. Stevens W. E. Winslow Ada Flowers Sudie W. Sandford Reba D. Dees Elizabeth H. Wallace Elizabeth W. Hunt Esther Hollowell Gertrude Hood Ruth Renn Minnie Dees MEN . L. Simmons . K. Holloman, Sr. . K. Holloman, Jr. . W. Parker, Sr. | W. Parker, Jr. ussell L. Hollowell . E. Edgerton . F. Barbour ohn L. Worrell . D. Langston . B. Sansbury . M. Heath F._Hollowell . C. Denmark HOUPOUHOBHAB BE n WOMEN Estelle Simmons Mrs. J. W. Barbour Dale Williams Pearl Holloman Ella Weathers Margaret D. Kornegay Leona Swinson Bessie Stevens Peggy Pierce A. V. Washburn George Casteen A. A. Loftin John Crawford, Jr. Morris S. Lancaster Jesse Hinson J. A. Carter David Hinson R. M. Freeman Frank Seymour, Sr. Chas. S. Norwood Junior Hallow Clenan Dees Leslie Gardner Marl L. Beeman Magdalene Hummell Louise Bain Elsie Long Dana Gulley Sue Bazemars Katie Pierce Annie Baker "GOLDSBORO AND THE WAR BETWEEN THE STATES” Students of the Wayne Female College Annabelle Edwards Evelyn Andrews Eliza Cox John H, Bland Sarah Cox Deane Powell Peggy Capps Edna Earle Maness Officers of the Goldsboro Rifles F. M. Bennett Viola Joyner Margaret Smith Thelma Chase Neal Seegars JEFFERSON DAVIS VISITS GOLDSBORO Confederate President Jefferson Davis—Lester Gillikin Mayor Privette_. Lewis Pinyatello Warren Hood Capp Best B. C. Melton Charles Stroud Dick Templet Jeames Beaman Marion Holland Mary Holland Orie Cooper Christine Pollock Ellen Southerland Frances Copeland Annabelle Moye OFFICERS Thad Worrell K. D. Pyatt MEN Henry Cooper Lewis Harning, Jr. Ralph Burgess Dick Denning Frank C. Wilson WOMEN Va Darden Christine Hill Katie Pierce Esther Gwatney Gertrude Sanford Lena Cobbs Emma Parker W. F. Muller Thomas Strickland, Jr. Frank C. Wilson, Jr. Ronald Otwell D. V. Woodard Robert Yelverton Vernon Thompson Katherine Chase Blanch Stroud Mary Spiron Elizabeth Moye Christine Gardner Hazelle Selby ‘mmm | 30372 0050 1106 6 SIN CES la7 2 “THE GAY NINETIES” Bob Reaves Sid Brumberg Mayor ——— Dr. Rogers Margaret Long Margaret Smith John Thompson George Johnson Paul Stanley Mary Houser Hope McCall Mary Cleve Page Erna Henry Margie Jones Milton Pentzer W. F. Mintz H. Brenton Jones Frank Houser CAN CAN GIRLS Sally Howell Jackie Saunders BAND Shelton Pilkington Bob Richardson Leonard Edwards FIRE LADDIES Charles Stroud BELLES Mabel Simpson Ruth Hinson Nellie MacHerring Aileen Wofford Tootsie Bossert Jean Anderson BEAUX George Simpson Edwin Page Howard Henry Frank Farfour Annabelle Edwards Gertrude Sanford Buddy Krieger Paul Stanley Blandina Webster Edna Earle Maness Virginia Brie Eloise Epps Elizabeth Mintz G. D. 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