Record #:

24586

Author(s):

Mackenzie, James

Abstract:

John MacRae (1774-1780) was a Scot who wrote poems and songs and convinced many of his fellow countrymen to immigrate to North Carolina. This article presents his legacy and impact on North Carolina.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 39 Issue 13, December 1971, p8-11, il, por

Subject(s):

MacRae, John, fl. 1774-1780; Scots--North Carolina--Immigration; Scots--North Carolina--History--18th Century; Scots--North Carolina; Scots

Record #:

24587

Author(s):

Carter, Ted

Abstract:

The author presents the history of cockfighting in North Carolina and how the sport works.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 39 Issue 13, December 1971, p13-14

Subject(s):

Cockfighting--North Carolina; Cockfighting

Record #:

24588

Author(s):

Arendell, Banks

Abstract:

Andy Winecoff went by the nickname ‘Shake’ and was a notorious lawbreaker in Robeson County who was able to escape the gallows after a Governor of North Carolina pardoned him of his crimes. This article presents the life and exploits of ‘Shake.’

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 39 Issue 13, December 1971, p17-18

Subject(s):

Laws; Robeson County--History; Crimes--Punishments for; Criminals