Record #:

44148

Author(s):

Fleming, Monika

Abstract:

Methodist minister, John Francis Speight moved from Greene County to Edgecombe County with his marriage to Emma Lewis in September 1840. Rev. Speight established a church in the area that later became known as Speight's Chapel. In 1857, he began the construction of his home known as the Cedars. Designed by William Ruffin, the house is fine example of Italianate design. A genealogical sketch of the Speight family follows.

Source:

Welcome to Tarboro & Homes Magazine (F 264 T3 W4), Vol. Issue , July 2024, p19-20, il, por Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Architecture, Italianate style; Speight Family--Greene County; Speight family--Edgecombe County

Record #:

44149

Author(s):

Baker, Bryana Storm

Abstract:

B.C. Carlisle began the business in 1874 in conjunction with building furniture and caskets. a noticeable change in the business came after COVID, with less floral designs, more cremations and more visitations than funerals.

Source:

Welcome to Tarboro & Homes Magazine (F 264 T3 W4), Vol. Issue , July 2024, p47, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Funeral homes--Tarboro