NCPI Workmark
Articles in regional publications that pertain to a wide range of North Carolina-related topics.

Search Results


81 results for "North Carolina Genealogical Society Journal"
Currently viewing results 76 - 81
Previous
PAGE OF 6
Record #:
44511
Author(s):
Abstract:
It is noted a bonus item in this diary is a record of the collection of fees for marriage licenses in 1765 and 1766 for Halifax County. A unique item, the diary shows the migration of a prominent attorney from Maryland to Halifax County N.C. in 1765, where he assumed the duties of the Clerk of Court for Halifax County.
Record #:
44510
Author(s):
Abstract:
Transylvania County was formed in 1861 from Henderson and Jackson Counties. Among the earliest families included in this county Simtel, Hadden, Justice and Bryson.
Source:
Record #:
44534
Author(s):
Abstract:
For this article, the author selects the period from the late seventh century to 1850, as there is less known about black craftsmen during this time. Of 291 craftsmen identified, 159 were free person of color and 132 cited as apprentices. Coopers were the most important group of these craftsmen, followed by cabinet and chair makers.
Record #:
44535
Author(s):
Abstract:
The author surveys the development of early settlement along the Carolina coast, noting the French and Spanish experience, the Virginia colony in 1584 and 1587, the Province of Carolina in 1624, the 1663 Charter, Clarendon County and Craven County.
Source:
Record #:
44537
Author(s):
Abstract:
"The boundaries of Orange County, North Carolina, in 1780 included today's counties of Alamance, Orange, most of Durham and probably a very small strip of northeastern Chatham."