Record #:

19953

Author(s):

Lockmiller, David Alexander

Abstract:

This article looks at the democratization of higher education via the establishment of programs in agriculture and the mechanic arts focusing on the development of such programs within the state as well as the establishment of the North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 16 Issue 3, July 1939, p273-295, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina College of Agriculture and Mechanic Arts (Raleigh)

Record #:

19958

Author(s):

Alexander, C.B.

Abstract:

Richard Caswell is an important figure in the state's history serving as both the first and fifth governor and as a representative in the Continental Congress of 1774 and 1775. The article covers Caswell's early life from his legal training under William Herritage to his surveying work for Lord Granville during the French and Indian War. In 1770 Caswell was appointed Speaker of the House and the author summarizes Caswell's legislative career into four categories; trade and industry, court system reforms, financing public defense, and humanitarian efforts.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 1, Jan 1946, p13-31, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History, Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Record #:

19959

Author(s):

Dill, Alonzo Thomas, Jr.

Abstract:

Part V in this series concerning New Bern and all of Craven County looks at the political and commercial significance of the area during this period. Specifically, the author examines the years between 1740 and 1765 when New Bern became a central town because of settlement moving further south towards Wilmington. Politics of New Bern were influenced by having the advantage of representation in the lower court despite not having the necessary sixty families.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 1, Jan 1946, p47-78, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

New Bern--History

Record #:

19960

Author(s):

Alexander, C.B.

Abstract:

On August 25, 1774 the first Provincial Congress met in New Bern and one item of business completed was choosing qualified men to represent the state in Philadelphia at the first Continental Congress. Richard Caswell was one of the men chosen and the author examines Caswell's leadership in this role and later as commander of a regiment in New Bern. The author examines the historical record and personal correspondence to and about Caswell to portray his various roles during the American Revolution.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 2, April 1946, p119-141, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783

Record #:

19961

Author(s):

Dill, Alonzo Thomas, Jr.

Abstract:

Part VI in this series concerning New Bern and all of Craven County focuses solely on New Bern as the colonial capital. The general character of the town consisted of a provincial school, brick courthouse, 100 houses, and 500 residents. New Bern was the capital during the American Revolutionary War and until a 1788 State Convention decided on a new permanent location westward in Wake County. The article describes at length those involved in planning, building, and decorating the governor's palace.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 2, April 1946, p142-171, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History, Colonial period, ca. 1600-1775

Record #:

19962

Author(s):

Alexander, C.B.

Abstract:

Caswell served the state as a military leader during the Revolution and his record has received criticism because of his defeat at the Battle of Camden. Caswell's more impressive feats occurred in the political realm following the war. The author splits this period into two three year time frames, 1782-1785 and 1785-1788, because of Caswell's differing roles in state government. From 1782-1785 he was the controller general before becoming and serving as governor from 1785-1788. The author details the responsibilities of each office and Caswell's performance as both.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1946, p287-312, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Governors

Record #:

19963

Author(s):

Dill, Alonzo Thomas, Jr.

Abstract:

Part seven in this series concerning New Bern and all of Craven County focuses specifically on New Bern during the American Revolutionary War. The author begins by looking at changing citizen opinions and political shifts leading up the war. Much of the article discusses the treatment of Tories and Tory sympathizers and the increasing animosity and actions taken against these groups.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1946, p325-359, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--American Revolutionary War, 1775-1783--Civilians

Record #:

19964

Author(s):

Dorris, Jonathan Truman

Abstract:

Both President Lincoln and President Johnson proclaimed an act of amnesty for all persons who served the Confederacy during the war if they agreed to swear an oath of loyalty to the United States. The author examines the specific provisions President Johnson established in his plan to restore to North Carolina; a plan which was very favorable to the state because of North Carolinian's pro-Union supporters during the Civil War. The article also details Governor Holden's actions to fulfill the requirements of President Johnson's plan and how this affected former soldiers.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 3, July 1946, p360-401, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Holden, William Woods, 1818-1892; Reconstruction (1865-1877)--North Carolina

Record #:

19965

Author(s):

Green, Fletcher M.

Abstract:

George Davis' entire political career began and ended with the Civil War. During this period though he attended the Virginia Peace Convention, was a Confederate Senator, and served as Attorney General in President Davis' Cabinet. The author looks at the Wilmington native's career closely to understand why Davis was so revered by his contemporaries.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 4, Oct 1946, p449-470, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--Civil War, 1861-1865

Record #:

19976

Author(s):

Link, Arthur S.

Abstract:

Woodrow Wilson's 1912 run for Democratic presidential nomination gained a great deal of support from Southern Progressives. Wilson gained support in the state from such prominent men as Josephus Daniels, editor of the Raleigh News and Observer, and with public appearances such as a commencement address to the University of North Carolina. Largely due to Daniels' support and that of other progressives Wilson won all 24 North Carolina votes which help strengthen his national campaign.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 4, Oct 1946, p483-494, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Democratic Party--History--20th century

Record #:

19977

Author(s):

Dill, Alonzo Thomas, Jr.

Abstract:

Part eight in this series looks at post-Revolutionary War New Bern and how the revolution affected the town and its citizens. Specifically the author discusses the loss of early newspapers and also the declining educational system immediately following the war. An empty Tryon Palace was also further evidence of the town's declining stature following war and the loss of its title of state capital.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 23 Issue 4, Oct 1946, p495-535, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Tryon Palace (New Bern)

Record #:

19978

Author(s):

Morris, Francis Grave; Morris, Phyllis Mary

Abstract:

This is the second article in a series on Revolutionary period economic conditions in North Carolina. This installment focuses on those who owned town lots as opposed to those who owned and worked tracts of land for natural resources, as were discussed in the previous article from April 1939, Vol. 16(2), pp. 107-133. The article contains a number of tables and maps that address slave-holding, town lot ownership, free and slave population statistics, and cattle owner statistics.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 16 Issue 3, July 1939, p296-327, il, map, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--Economic conditions

Record #:

19979

Author(s):

McPherson, Elizabeth Gregory

Abstract:

This article is the third installment of a reprint of letters from North Carolinians to James K. Polk written between March 10, 1838 and December 14, 1844. The letters presented here are from William H. Haywood, P.C. Caldwell, James A. Craig, David W. Stone, Larkin Stowe, William M. Green, Eunice O. Polk, William F. Davidson, Lucius J. Polk, William H. Haywood Jr., William J. Alexander, John H. Wheeler, Jesse P. Smith, Romulus M. Saunders, Walter F. Leak, William A. Coleman, Joseph Commander, Alexander I. McKnight, William J. Cooper, Tippeo Brownlaw, James W. Jeffreys, James B. Shepard, and James K. Hill.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 16 Issue 3, July 1939, p328-357, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

North Carolina--History--Letters

Record #:

19980

Author(s):

Foreman, Grant

Abstract:

This article looks at Governor Montfort Stokes' execution of President Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Bill of 1830 and his negotiations with various tribes.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 16 Issue 4, Oct 1939, p373-403, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Stokes, Montford, 1762-1842

Record #:

19984

Author(s):

Bardolph, Richard

Abstract:

Farm journals were a major source of agricultural information in the 19th century. North Carolina published thirteen journals of the 500 publications produced nationwide before 1870. The author discusses these titles and their circulation across the state and nation, topics of discussion within such publications, and the readership of such papers.

Source:

North Carolina Historical Review (NoCar F251 .N892), Vol. 25 Issue 1, Jan 1948, p58-90, f Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Farming; Journalism; North Carolina--History--19th century