Record #:

31670

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

The Tadmore Drainage Dike in Newland Township, about twenty miles west of Elizabeth City, has saved farmers in the area millions of dollars since its construction in 1956. After heavy rains the farmers partially close the floodgates permitting most of the water to run alongside the dike and flow into the Pasquotank River. Before the dike, the low-lying area would become extremely flooded and devastate crops.

Source:

Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 6 Issue 6, June 1974, p10-11, por

Subject(s):

Flood control--North Carolina; Water diversion; Farmers and farming

Record #:

9895

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

The Elizabeth City Register of Deeds contains a Marriage Center that boasts an “all in 1 building for 1 hour service” where couples may become legally wed for a minimal fee.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 41 Issue 5, Oct 1973, p16-17, 45, por

Subject(s):

Weddings; Marriage licenses--Elizabeth City

Record #:

9901

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

The Newbold-White House, north of Hertford was restored by the Perquimans County Restoration Association. The brick house is said to be the North Carolina's oldest, built somewhere between 1685 and 1725. The house-now-tourist attraction includes a museum containing several thousand artifacts from the 1700s found by archaeologists during the restoration.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 41 Issue 6, Nov 1973, p17-18, 33, por

Subject(s):

Historic Buildings--Perquimans County; Museums--Perquimans County

Record #:

12305

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

Manns Harbor Shipyard, a five-acre site operated by the Department of Transportation, is responsible for maintaining the state's marine fleet as well as maintaining and operating North Carolina's sixteen ferryboats.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 41 Issue 3, Aug 1973, p10-11, il

Subject(s):

Shipyards--Manns Harbor

Record #:

9914

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

Currituck County, which contains the longest stretch of undeveloped beach on the east coast of the United States, has placed a one year moratorium on new construction. The moratorium was originally imposed only on Currituck's 23 miles of barrier islands, but has since been expanded to include the entire county. Governor Bob Scott praised the plan, which resulted from a one year study by the county's Planning Board and North Carolina State University, stating that it should be model for the entire state.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 40 Issue 5, Aug 1972, p6-7, il

Subject(s):

Currituck County; Real estate development--Currituck County

Record #:

9928

Author(s):

Roberts, Frank M.

Abstract:

The Museum of the Albemarle opened in 1967 with support from the Pasquotank Historical Society, the Elizabeth City Chamber of Commerce, and a $43,600 construction allotment from the N.C. General Assembly. The museum, which features regional exhibits such as Indian artifacts and the history of the Duke of Albemarle, also gives public and school tours, provides slide presentations for civic clubs, and conducts a monthly Members Series of recitals and special readings.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 40 Issue 9, Oct 1972, p10-11, il

Subject(s):

Museums--Albemarle