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for "New Bern--History"
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27997
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On March 29, 1862, the Reverend William R. G. Mellen, Chaplain of the 24th Massachusetts Regiment stationed in New Bern, wrote a personal letter to a minister friend. Mellen’s letter reflects his dedication to his ministry in time of war, and personal insight into life in New Bern.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 9 Issue 2, Nov 1996,
p37-46, il, bibl
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28013
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A group of women share their family stories and personal experiences growing up in New Bern in the 1920s and 1930s. The women talk about childhood and life changes from hurricanes, the depression, and illnesses. Their stories reveal how we have gone from an agricultural economy to an economy dependent upon the military and tourism.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 13 Issue 1, May 2000,
p3-11, bibl
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28032
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At the time the first settlers arrived, Indian tribes such as the Tuscarora were living in the area now called Taberna. Since then some interesting and important North Carolinians have owned and lived in the area. Among the notable were Colonel William Brice, Christoph von Grafenried, and William Gaston.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 15 Issue 1, May 2002,
p29-48, il, por, map, bibl
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28075
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First Presbyterian Church of New Bern provided a home away from home for servicemen during World War Two. Sazie Marriner was the woman chosen as hostess to oversee the center.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 16 Issue 1, May 2003,
p38-42, il, bibl
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28079
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The advent of the Atlantic and North Carolina Railroad in New Bern in 1858 accelerated the tempo of transportation, thereby stimulating manufacturing, economic progress, and rural development. It generated civic pride, optimism, entrepreneurial ventures, and affluence.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 16 Issue 2, Nov 2003,
p3-13, bibl, f
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28080
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The journal of James Bryan was recently discovered and is currently held at the Commission House at Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens. James Bryan was a business owner in New Bern and oversaw the operations of several boats transporting goods along the eastern coast. His journal contains daily entries written during 1794-1799, and provides a wealth of historical and genealogical information to readers, researchers, and historians.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 16 Issue 2, Nov 2003,
p14-19, bibl
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28096
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As the Atlantic and North Carolina Railroad began to foster hope for economic revitalization, General Ambrose Burnside and his Union troops invaded eastern North Carolina and captured New Bern. The military deprived the railroad of its former vitality and the railroad became neglected.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 17 Issue 1, May 2004,
p27-35, bibl
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28102
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The history of West Street Colored Library in New Bern started in 1936 by six citizens including men and women, both black and white from respected civic, religious, and educational backgrounds. The library prospered and grew until 1973 when it was turned over to the Climbers Club, now called the Charlotte Rhone Cultural Center.
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28103
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Miss Charlotte Rhone was a founder and the third president of the Climbers Club of New Bern, a non-profit organization of African American women. Rhone was also the first black registered nurse in North Carolina and the first black social worker in Craven County.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Nov 2007,
p17-18, por
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28162
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The Climbers Club of New Bern was organized in 1921 by nine prominent African American women. The club’s purpose was to unite New Bern citizens by sponsoring activities for women, and to encourage things that make citizens a better and broader group of people.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Nov 2007,
p19-22, il
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28163
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A stained glass window of Christ Church in New Bern serves as a memorial honoring Dr. Isaac Hughes and his family. The Hughes Family gave considerable attention and means to the improvement of New Bern throughout the nineteenth century.
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Journal of the New Bern Historical Society
(NoCar F 264 N5 J66), Vol. 20 Issue 2, Nov 2007,
p23-32, il, bibl
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28676
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New Bern was North Carolina’s first capital. The city has a long history and has a reputation for renovation and rebirth. Highlighted as places where the past meets the present is the Harmony House and Tryon Palace. The history and present day culture of New Bern are explored emphasizing the connections between New Bern’s present and past.
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29815
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New Bern and Craven County, North Carolina are gearing up for a year-long jubilee celebration of the 300th anniversary of New Bern. To celebrate the state's second oldest city, businesses, organizations, and residents have been planning for nearly two years, with major events scheduled through 2010, as well as a variety of infrastructure upgrades.
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31621
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New Bern is a town credited with twenty-eight significant historic “firsts”, such as the First Provincial Congress held in 1774, the state’s first church founded in 1750, and the invention of Pepsi-Cola in 1898. New Bern was also the first town in the country to celebrate the 1776 Bicentennial, and is said to have more original old buildings than any other in the nation.
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35504
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NC's celebration of the US’ birthday wasn’t confined on ship. It also involved cruising by places on land that showcased NC’s contribution to America’s history. There were towns such as Edenton, Bath, and New Bern. It included dwellings like Orton Plantation, the Benjamin Wright House, and Tryon Palace. Also were landmarks such as the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse, Wright Brothers Memorial, and Blockade Runner Museum.
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