Record #:

27918

Author(s):

Harris, Kathleen

Abstract:

Furnifold McLendel Simmons was a reputable attorney in New Bern, and served as Democratic U.S. Senator from 1901 to 1930. He advocated the construction of the Panama Canal and gained much knowledge of such work. His expertise resulted in the Inland Waterway from the Neuse River to Wilmington, and construction of the Cape Lookout breakwater.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 5 Issue 2, Nov 1992, p16-20, por, bibl

Subject(s):

Senators (North Carolina); Inland Waterway--North Carolina, Coastal

Record #:

27920

Author(s):

Harris, Kathleen

Abstract:

The craftsmanship of boat building has a long history in eastern North Carolina. Among the notable craftsmen, Herbert William Barbour started Barbour Boat Works, Inc. in New Bern in 1932. During his time, Barbour produced boats for the military, commercial fishing, and Coast Guard, and ferries for the State of North Carolina.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 5 Issue 2, Nov 1992, p32-34, bibl

Subject(s):

Boatbuilding--North Carolina, Eastern; Barbour Boat Works (New Bern)

Record #:

28011

Author(s):

Harris, Kathleen

Abstract:

The New Bern Garden Club has worked to improve the environment and create beauty in the community and lives of the residents of New Bern. Since 1905, the club has been active in community beautification and gardens, environmentalism, restoration and maintenance of buildings, and education.

Source:

Journal of the New Bern Historical Society (NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 10 Issue 1, May 1997, p15-18, il

Subject(s):

Garden clubs; Community gardens