Record #:

15811

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Richard Dobbs Spaight, a man of wealth, education, and a signer of the federal Constitution, served North Carolina well during his three one-year terms as Governor. A political campaign dispute between Richard Dobbs Spaight, Sr., and John Stanly culminated in the summer of 1802, when the men fought the state's most famous duel in New Bern. Spaight was mortally wounded.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 18, Sept 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Spaight, Richard Dobbs Sr., 1758-1802

Record #:

15814

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Benjamin Williams, who succeeded Governor William R. Davie, was Governor of North Carolina for three years. During his term the State Supreme Court and State Medical Society were established. He also gave considerable attention to agriculture and public education.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 20, Oct 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15831

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

James Turner served three one-year terms as Governor of North Carolina. Although he had received a small amount of education as a youth, he championed a comprehensive system of education for the state. The Legislature, however, thought otherwise and his efforts were unsuccessful. He was a proponent of a better road system, but lacked of funds kept this from happening. During his term the first Governor's Mansion was erected.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 21, Oct 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15849

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

At the age of thirty-four, William Hawkins was probably the youngest person to elected Governor of North Carolina. He served three terms, most of it during the War of 1812. Sadler describes Hawkins' activities in preparing the state for war.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 24, Nov 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15851

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

William Miller became Governor of North Carolina toward the end of the War of 1812. Like a number of his predecessors, he was a strong supporter of public education and fought the legislature for funding during his three years as governor. He also advocated better roads, commercial canals, and river improvements, but the Legislature was hesitant to expend funds, but did provide for some minor stream improvements.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 25, Nov 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15852

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

John Branch of Halifax County served three one-year terms as Governor. Like many of his predecessors he fought for education but received little support from the legislature. He had been a member of the NC House and Senate before becoming Governor and was later elected to Congress. He was Secretary of the Navy in President Jackson's administration and the last Governor of the Territory of Florida and the first acting Governor of the State of Florida.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 26, Nov 1935, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15853

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

John Owen served two terms as North Carolina Governor and had a special interest in education and transportation. He urged river clearance of stumps and other obstructions for better navigation. He later served as chairman of the Whig National Convention in 1839. Delegates sought to nominate him for vice-president but he declined. Had he accepted he would have become President when William Henry Harrison died a few weeks after taking the oath of office.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 30, Dec 1935, p8

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15855

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Edward Dudley of New Hanover County was the first North Carolina Governor to be elected by popular vote. Davie County was formed during his administration and Davidson College established. Like his predecessors he fought for public education and sent to the legislature proposals including the establishment of free schools in every county. Although the legislature was resistant, Dudley is given credit for doing more for public education than any previous governor.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 32, Jan 1936, p8

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15861

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Whig Party power in the state declined with the 1850 election for Governor of David Reid, a Democrat. He was elected to a second term but stepped down after one year to become a United States Senator. Three new counties were created during his term as Governor. His administration also saw the advancement of public education; manufacturing developing; new road construction, especially of the plank variety; and the growth of transportation companies both on land and water.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 36, Feb 1936, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15862

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Thomas Bragg, a member of the prominent Bragg family of Warren County, served two terms as Governor, assuming office on January 1, 1855. He served during the rather hectic period leading up to the Civil War and was a voice for calm in the state. Education improved during his term, as did transportation facilities, especially railroads, and rivers cleared for navigation. Historians accord him a high place in the state's public life, and his administration was considered among the best in the state's history.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 37, Feb 1936, p6

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15874

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Zebulon Baird Vance was North Carolina's famous wartime governor, 1862-1865. Previously he had commanded the 26th Regiment North Carolina Troops in battles at New Bern and around Richmond. He was humiliated at war's end when Federal troops captured and carried him to a prison in Washington, D.C., where he was held for a considerable time. Vance triumphed, however, when he was again elected Governor and later a very popular U.S. Senator.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 40, Feb 1936, p6

Subject(s):

Vance, Zebulon Baird, 1830-1894

Record #:

15888

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

W.W. Holden of Wake County was a printer, publisher and editor of the North Carolina Standard, politician, governor, and perhaps the most controversial figure in the state during Reconstruction. He was beset by many of the problems of the post-war era and the General Assembly finally impeached and removed him from office.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 41, Mar 1936, p10

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

15889

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Iden describes the gardens on the Wake Forest campus and around town. Wake Forest College, founded in 1834, was located at this time in Wake County. Dr. Samuel Wait, the first college president, planted the first trees, many of which remain to this day.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 41, Mar 1936, p11, 30, il

Subject(s):

Gardens--Wake Forest College

Record #:

15892

Author(s):

Sadler, W. J.

Abstract:

Jonathan Worth was the state's first Governor under Reconstruction. He was opposed to secession, but once the decision was made he was a strong supporter of the Confederacy. Although he labored valiantly for the state and its citizens, Federal troops removed him from office in 1868.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 3 Issue 42, Mar 1936, p10

Subject(s):

Governors