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Expected was the 1910 celebration: it was the bicentennial of New Bern’s founding. As for one not expected, the author explained its coming from the “tenor of the times.” It, hosted by the newly created historical society, had a guest list including descendants of Baron Christopher de Graffenried and Colonial homes open to visitors. Another aspect remembrance worthy was the first contribution to Tryon Palace’s 1950s restoration, a surplus from funds for the 1929 event.
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Craven County--History; Tryon Palace (New Bern); Tryon Palace (New Bern)--History; New Bern Historical Society; Graffenried, Christoph von, Baron, 1661-1743; Gardner, O. Max (Oliver Maxwell), 1882-1947; Stanly, John Wright, 1742-1789; Washington, George, 1732-1799; Edenton Tea Party (1774); Reynolds family
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Craven County’s seat can count as part of its illustrious history: becoming the state capital in 1767 and site for the Governor’s new home that year. Even if it played such a role for only twenty-seven years, assured was its permanent place in New Bern’s history, as Tryon Palace.
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36126
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This exploration of the prominent family spotlighted Samuel Chapman, whose daughter Caroline contributed to the construction of the Attmore-Oliver House. An examination of his life included positions such as clerk of the County’s Superior Court, secretary of New Bern Academy’s board of trustees, and senior warden of St. John’s Lodge, number 2. Chapman’s life was also reflected in his will, in which he also left his mother, wife Catherine, and son Henry his worldly goods. As for his slave woman Juliet’s son, possibly being Chapman’s son would explain Nathan’s emancipation and share of the family fortune.
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36127
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Among New Bern’s founding fathers were Baron Christopher deGraffenried, also known as Baron Christopher von Graffenried. His prominent place in the town’s history could be justified by founding the regarded center of the town and its Colonial life: a church. Though not be regarded the center any longer, the church still held an important place. That may be defined by its tombstones’ names, reflected in contemporary families, and mirrored in its architecture, a timely reflection.
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36128
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The historical reports and map representing Colonial New Bern were compiled by Baron Christoph deGraffenried, also known as Baron Christoph von Graffenried. An enduring connection was seen in the descendants of von Graffenried, some who attended the unveiling of the bust commemorating the town’s founder.
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36129
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This edition resumed where the first concluded, with the purchase of Caroline and Henry Chapman’s house by Isaac Taylor for his daughter, Mary, her husband, George Attmore, and their two children. Included in this profile of Isaac Taylor was information about his daughter and son in law’s children, which totaled seven. Also discussed were Mary and George’s daughter Hannah, her husband, William Oliver, and their eight children.
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36130
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Moving day involved the Coor-Cook House, whose construction began in the 1790s, and Law Office, built in the 1850s. The two buildings, moved in 1981, were purchased by the Historic New Bern Foundation. The buildings’ value was expressed in the Foundation not wanting them demolished to make way for parking lots or an extension of the court house.
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The church has had a broad appeal, in its denomination, the combined Christian Church and First Disciples of Christ, touted as the “largest denomination founded on American soil.” Its foundation was complete by the early nineteenth century, but it experienced a crumbling in terms of membership in the 1960s and early 1970s. By the new decade, though, it had rebuilt itself, congregation and worship space wise.
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36132
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Miss Mary was Mary Taylor Oliver, with whom the author lived in the 1920s. She proved herself impressionable through a close friendship with the author’s father; operating her father’s insurance agency; and characteristics such as integrity.
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36133
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New Bern, with maritime roots, became known as a major shipping port by the mid-eighteenth century. This helped to establish its place in the triangular trade and as the most populous town by the Revolution period. The War of 1812 and Civil War negatively impacted the trade-built economy. In fact, recovery by the 1870s occurred through growth in another industry: lumbering. Concerning its more current economy, industries contributing to its fiscal health since the nineteenth century were also transportation based: railroads and trucking.
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36134
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All Saints Chapel, built in the late 1890s and constructed in the Carpenter Gothic Style, was larger than its exterior suggested. As for other aspects of its appearance, longtime residents recall the exterior as painted white, but research by the author asserted otherwise. In fact, the recent repainting has returned the church to its original color, as well as the color scheme popular during the period in which the church was built.
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36135
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This former soldier’s letters bear a close resemblance of the truth about life in combat. Expected details included troop movements and the Union army’s advantages. The unexpected was his surprise that the war continued, given the rules implemented by the times: short term enlistments, officers’ elections by their troops, and recruitment provisions such as apples and cigars.
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36136
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The Union Army’s success in capturing New Bern in 1862 involved famous military men such as General Ambrose Burnside. The Confederate general presiding over the troop for this famous battle was Lawrence Branch. The latter, though perhaps lesser known in history books, was celebrated as equally important through the CSA monument in Cedar Grove Cemetery.
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This Civil War general may be better known for his popularization of this aspect of male hairstyle. The profile, however, focused more on his military career. Among the highlights were his role in the capturing of New Bern, known familiarly as the Battle of 1862.
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36138
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The success of this industry the past two centuries could be attributed to the beauty and accessibility of this region, made possible through several types of local endeavors. Societies such as New Bern Historic Society and the town’s five museums preserve its cultural significance. Businesses such as Swiss Bear, Inc. promoted revitalization of its downtown economy. Events included Tryon Palace tours and annual Historic Homes and Gardens Tour.
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