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• Commemorative Bread for New Bern's 250th Anniversary

  A man holds a loaf of Dainty Maid Bread with a special label celebrating the 250th anniversary of New Bern, NC, captured during a 1960 event.
• Planning New Bern's 250th Anniversary

  Group of committee members gathered in 1960 to plan New Bern, NC's 250th anniversary celebrations, highlighting a moment of community collaboration and historical dedication.
• North Carolina Wildlife Officers, 1960

  A group of North Carolina Wildlife Protection Officers captured in uniform in 1960, underscoring their role in conservation and law enforcement.
• Luncheon with Mayor Mack Lupton

  A historical photo from a luncheon featuring Mayor Mack Lupton and other officials in New Bern, NC, capturing a moment of camaraderie and discussion.
• Public Safety Exhibition, New Bern

  Cedric Boyd stands beside a display for New Bern's Inspection Department, showcasing safety measures and city governance, circa mid-20th century.
• Official Ceremony in New Bern

  A historical photograph capturing a formal event in New Bern, NC Gov. Bob Gardner and a city official shaking hands at a podium, with onlookers seated behind them.
• Government Gathering in New Bern

  A black and white photograph capturing a group of officials engaged in conversation, likely during an event in New Bern, NC, with security presence at the New Bern High School auditorium.
• Historical Speech in New Bern

  NC Governor Terry Sanford delivers a speech at a podium with an attentive audience of dignitaries and officials in New Bern, NC.
• Governor Sanford Meeting with Youth in New Bern

  Governor Sanford engages with a group of young people during a visit to New Bern, NC, captured in a moment of candid interaction and smiles.
• Campaign Trail, 1964

  A woman stands beside the "Goldwater Bandwagon" van, promoting Barry Goldwater for President and other Republican candidates in 1964.
• Conservation Efforts in 1940s North Carolina

  A black and white photo depicting three individuals installing a "Keep North Carolina Green" sign, reflecting environmental conservation efforts in North Carolina during the 1940s.
• Civil Air Patrol Base, New Bern

  A vintage photograph of a Civil Air Patrol building at Simmons-Nott Airport in New Bern, NC, capturing the essence of mid-20th-century American aviation and community service.
• Early 20th Century New Bern Power Plant

  Historic photo of New Bern's city power plant, showcasing its prominent smokestacks and industrial architecture, pivotal in the city's development.
• New Bern Power Plant, Circa Early 20th Century

  Historical photograph of the New Bern Power Plant in North Carolina, showcasing its classic early 20th-century architecture with robust brick construction and ornamental details.
• Powering New Bern: City Plant Workers

  A historical photograph from New Bern, NC, depicting a group of workers at the City of New Bern Power Plant, standing proudly by the massive machinery that powered the city.
• Christmas at City Hall, 1950s

  A festive snapshot of New Bern's City Hall, adorned with Christmas decorations, capturing the spirit of the 1950s with vintage cars and holiday adornments.
• City Hall Meeting in New Bern

  A black and white photograph capturing a mid-20th century meeting of city officials in New Bern, NC, seated around a grand wooden table in an ornate council chamber. Mayor Mack Lupton is present.
• Broadcasting a Governor Campaign Event

  A historical snapshot from Beverly Lake's gubernatorial campaign, capturing WNCT television crew in action during a live event, showing the intricate setup and focus of media personnel.
• Beverly Lake Campaign Rally, 1986

  Beverly Lake, captured at a gubernatorial campaign rally in 1986, speaks passionately beside his campaign poster in New Bern, NC.
• Enthusiastic Campaign Rally for Beverly Lake

  Supporters packed in a lively venue, energetically waving signs and showing their support for Beverly Lake's gubernatorial campaign in North Carolina, circa 1960s.
• Bootleg Liquor Investigation

  People gather in the Craven Terrace area of New Bern when police arrive to investigate a bootleg liquor operation.
• Raid on an Illegal Distillery

  Two men, one possibly a law enforcement officer, inspect equipment in a clandestine distillery during a prohibition-era raid, showcasing the ongoing battle against illegal alcohol production.
• Bootleg Distillery

  A bootleg liquor still, hidden in a dilapidated building, captures the secretive nature of illegal alcohol production in New Bern, NC.
• Raid on Illegal Distillery

  In this historical photo, law enforcement officials inspect an illicit distillery setup during a raid capturing a moment of activity in Dodge City.
• Disposing of Bootleg Liquor

  Police officers in New Bern, NC, pour out illegal alcohol onto Pollock Street, enforcing bootleg liquor laws in a dramatic public display.