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

Search Results


3 results for The State Vol. 14 Issue 45, Apr 1947
Currently viewing results 1 - 3
PAGE OF 1
Record #:
14685
Author(s):
Abstract:
James Johnson Pettigrew was a Confederate General in the Civil War and died fighting at Gettysburg. Born in Tyrrell in 1828, he studied law and opened a practice in Charlotte 1847 before volunteering to serve during the war. While retreating from Gettysburg on July 14th, Pettigrew's brigade was ambushed by Federal troops and Pettigrew was mortally shot. He died three days later and his memory now immortalized by Pettigrew Park in Tyrrell.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 45, Apr 1947, p9, 18, il
Full Text:
Record #:
20787
Author(s):
Abstract:
Pettigrew was born in Tyrrell County in 1828, graduated from the University at Chapel Hill in 1847, and licensed to practice law. In his brief life he was a lawyer, scholar, and Confederate general. Lawrence's article describes Pettigrew's valiant fighting at the Battle of Gettysburg.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 45, Apr 1947, p9, 18, por
Full Text:
Record #:
20788
Author(s):
Abstract:
McAffe describes some North Carolinians who are among Hollywood's most prominent actors and actresses, including Ava Gardner, Cecil B. DeMille, Randolph Scott, and Sidney Blackmer.
Source:
The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 14 Issue 45, Apr 1947, p10, 29
Full Text: