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