Record #:

18517

Author(s):

Goerch, Carl

Abstract:

Continuing his travels to the state's counties, Goerch visits Beaufort County. Within its boundaries are the oldest town in the state, Bath; St. Thomas Episcopal Church, the oldest church building in North Carolina; and the first town to be named Washington. Goerch describes some of the towns and historic homes.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 43, Mar 1942, p1-3, 17-20, il

Subject(s):

Beaufort County--Description and travel

Record #:

18518

Author(s):

Lawrence, R.C.

Abstract:

Three members of the Stanly family of New Bern--grandfather, son, and grandson--had interesting and turbulent careers and were outstanding figures during their respective generations. They were John Wright Stanly, John Stanly, and Edward Stanly.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 43, Mar 1942, p7, 21

Subject(s):

Stanly, Edward, 1810-1872; Stanly family--New Bern; Stanly, John Wright, 1742-1789; Stanly, John, 1774-1833

Record #:

18519

Author(s):

Norris, Jeannie Faris

Abstract:

Asheville has a number of historic homes, including the 52-room Connaly home, which was reduced to twelve and is now called Viewmont and a private home called Witchwood; hotels and inns, such as the Swannanoa Hotel and the Kenilworth Inn; and a number of other places. Most of them have interesting stories connected with their building and planning.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 9 Issue 43, Mar 1942, p9, 22

Subject(s):

Historic buildings--Asheville