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March 1911 New Bern Cotton Oil & Fertilizer Mills Calendar
A calendar for the New Bern Cotton Oil and Fertilizer Mills depicts a young man fixing a young woman's shoe. The saying for this calendar says "stooping to conquer." The portrait was drawn in 1910 and the calendar is for March of 1911.
Position: 504 (23 views)
June 1912 New Bern Cotton Oil & Fertilizer Mills Calendar
A calendar for the New Bern Cotton Oil and Fertilizer Mills depicts a young woman leaning lovingly on a young man's shoulder while on an airplane. The saying for this calendar says "stooping to conquer." The portrait was drawn in 1910 and the…
Position: 461 (25 views)
August 1912 New Bern Cotton Oil & Fertilizer Mills Calendar
A calendar for the New Bern Cotton Oil and Fertilizer Mills depicts a young man speaking to a swooning young woman with hat in hand . The saying for this calendar says "all's not grist that comes to the mill." The portrait was drawn in 1910 and the…
Position: 504 (23 views)
January 1912 New Bern Cotton Oil & Fertilizer Mills Calendar
A calendar for the New Bern Cotton Oil and Fertilizer Mills depicts a young couple looking over plans and blueprints with a feminine cupid onlooking their plans. The saying for this calendar says "plans and specifications." The portrait was drawn in…
Position: 461 (25 views)
1904 New Bern Military Academy Booklet
This booklet on the New Bern Military Academy is a part of the Charles Duffy Collection. Included within the booklet is a brief history of New Bern, the economic advantages that New Bern brings, and the history and rules of the school. This brief…
Position: 402 (29 views)
Pollock Street M.E. Chapel Christmas Flyer
The Sabbath School pupils and Pollock Street M.E. Chapel are hosting a Christmas event in 1878. The managers are E.G. Newbegin and J.A. Suydam, Jr. The ticket is to admit the bearer, Mrs. M.E. Brinn.
Position: 588 (19 views)
The National Bank of New-Berne Collection Notice
The National Bank of New-Berne collection note with G.H. Roberts' printed signature.
Transcription of part of the document:
"Inclosed renewal [?] note which please have executed & return with $40 to pay Interest on same. Are you aware that the…
Transcription of part of the document:
"Inclosed renewal [?] note which please have executed & return with $40 to pay Interest on same. Are you aware that the…
Position: 759 (11 views)
"Our Fallen Chieftain" by Randolph A. Shotwell
Mrs. Jennie Shotwell published a song written by her brother-in-law in 1866 to be sung for the benefit of the "Stonewall Cemetery." An article in the May 12, 1903, News & Observer states that the poem "had never been published until Mrs. Jennie…
Position: 461 (25 views)
Business card for the Washington Hotel, Broad Street, New Bern, N.C.
An ink engraving of the Washington Hotel built in 1818 and was burned down during the Battle of New Bern on March 14, 1862. The hotel went through many owners during its standing. The owner on this engraving is W.J. Smith.
Position: 461 (25 views)
1915 The Planet
The Planet is a book put together by the students of The West Street Graded School in New Bern. The principal is J.T. Barber. Graduating class rolls, alumni updates, valedictorian speeches, and local advertisements are included as well.
Position: 392 (30 views)
"A Few Scattering Thoughts Dedicated to the Readers of this Pamphlet By A Young Teacher, Entertaining the Slight Faith That They Might Not Be Without Some Good Effect."
John Stanly Thomas writes to young students urging them to protect their sense of individuality and worth. He also encourages them to follow the Christian Church and read the Bible. He states "...let us be honest with ourselves regardless of human…
Position: 759 (11 views)
Charter Constitution, By-Laws, and Rules of Order of New Berne Steam Fire Engine Co., No. 1
A steam engine was donated by the state of North Carolina to New Bern. The Constitution was organized on January 1, 1865. The secretary of state, R.W. West, certified the document dating July 12, 1867. Below the certification, begins listing the…
Position: 504 (23 views)
Billhead, M.E. Whitehurst, Wholesale
A receipt for glassware bought by Mrs. Edw. Wetherington at M.E. Whithurst of New Bern. The receipt confirms that the items were paid in full.
Position: 461 (25 views)
Photograph of James A. Bryan
A photograph of James A. Bryan. "James Augustus Washington Bryan (1839-1923), son of James West and Ann (Washington) Bryan, was a Confederate officer, planter, and banker, of New Bern, N.C. He attended New Bern Academy, Chestnut Hill School (Oxford,…
Position: 424 (27 views)
One Small Candle
A collection of Christmas poetry written by Ethel D. Wood.
Position: 446 (26 views)