Items

• Auto Parts Store Clerk, 1972

  A clerk stands behind the counter of an auto parts store in New Bern, NC, surrounded by neatly organized shelves filled with boxed merchandise, circa 1972.
• Office Work in the 1970s

  A woman diligently works at her desk surrounded by ledgers and office supplies, in a typical 1970s office setting, capturing the essence of everyday business life.
• Car Showroom, 1972

  A black and white photograph capturing the bustling showroom of Joe Alcoke Dealership in New Bern, NC, 1972, showcasing models like the '72 Marquis and the Continental Mark III.
• Joe Alcoke Dealership, 1972

  A photo of the Joe Alcoke Lincoln-Mercury car dealership in New Bern, NC, showcasing vintage cars and the iconic dealership signage.
• Vintage Holiday Jewel Box Display

  A captivating vintage display of jewel boxes and watches, likely set up for a holiday sale, featuring prominent brands like Bulova and Kreisler, captured in a New Bern, NC store window.
• JC Whitty Co. in New Bern, NC

  Photograph of JC Whitty Company's industrial buildings and parked vehicles from early to mid-20th century, showcasing New Bern's business landscape.
• Agricultural Fair in New Bern, NC

  A bustling agricultural fair in New Bern, showcasing vintage tractors, classic cars, and local businesses, including J.C. Whitty & Co., captured in the mid-20th century.
• Farm Equipment Demonstration in New Bern

  A historical photograph capturing a farm equipment demonstration in New Bern, NC, featuring local farmers, vintage trucks, and tractors from the mid-20th century.
• Agricultural Demonstration in New Bern, NC

  A historical photo capturing a community gathering and agricultural equipment demonstration beside a line of mid-20th century vehicles in New Bern, NC.
• J.C. Whitty & Company in New Bern, NC

  A panoramic view of the J.C. Whitty & Company, advertising itself as the oldest International Harvester dealer in the Carolinas, showcasing a range of tractors in New Bern, NC.
• Department Store Interior

  Black and white photo showing the bustling interior of a mid-20th century department store, neatly stacked with goods ranging from lingerie to infant items.
• Vintage Shopping Day

  A man and woman review a product in a bustling mid-20th century department store, showcasing the era's fashion and retail ambiance.
• Store Shelves

  A black and white photograph showcasing a variety of neatly arranged items on store shelves, reflecting a mid-20th century American retail environment.
• J.C. Penney Storefront

  Historical black and white photo showcasing the J.C. Penney store in New Bern, NC, featuring mid-20th-century architecture and fashion, complete with a classic car parked in front. Located on the southwest corner of Middle & Pollock Streets in the McClellan's building.
• J.C. Penney Movie Party in New Bern

  A bustling street scene outside J.C. Penney in New Bern, NC, as a crowd gathers for a movie party event, showcasing mid-20th-century cars and fashion. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• JC Penney Movie Party, 1950

  Excited crowd of children in New Bern, NC, gathered for a JC Penney sponsored movie party, showcasing vintage cars and mid-20th century fashion. The New Bern Historical Society owns the digital copy of this image.
• Business Partners at Jay Apparel

  A man and a woman, likely business partners or colleagues, pose cheerfully in an office at Jay Apparel in New Bern, NC, with a striking zebra rug backdrop.
• Sewing Floor at Jay Apparel

  Image of workers at Jay Apparel in New Bern, NC, focused on sewing tasks amidst rows of textile machinery in a bustling factory setting.
• Inside Jay Apparel Factory

  Historical photo of workers at Jay Apparel in New Bern, NC, focusing on their tasks amidst rows of sewing machines and fabric. The image captures the essence of mid-20th-century garment industry labor.
• Mid-Century Office Scene

  A black and white photograph depicting two women at a counter in an office setting, featuring vintage office equipment and decor, likely taken in New Bern, NC.
• Inside Jack Dail's Store, 1950s

  A vintage interior view of Jack Dail’s store in New Bern, NC, showcasing a diverse range of products and two storekeepers.
• Ives Oil Company Delivery Truck, 1960s

  A photo of an Ives Oil Co. delivery truck parked beside a large Shell branded storage tank in New Bern, NC, circa 1960s.
• Award Ceremony at Ives Oil Company

  A group of men in uniforms stand in front of a Shell service station and tanker trucks, as one man receives an award at Ives Oil in New Bern, NC during the 1960s. Presented by Mr. John G. Dunn
• Timber Loading Operations

  Workers at an International Paper facility in New Bern, NC, use a Hyster forklift to load large logs onto trucks, demonstrating mid-20th-century logging and paper production techniques.
• International Paper Company Neuse District Office

  A photo of the Neuse District Office and New Bern Barge Landing, showcasing a vintage car parked beside the building under barren trees.