Items

• Oath of Office Ceremony

  A mid-20th century black and white photograph capturing a solemn oath-taking ceremony, officiated by a judge, in a room adorned with the American flag.
• Presentation of a Historic Home Portrait

  A distinguished gentleman displays a framed photograph of a historic house during a formal event, surrounded by elegantly dressed attendees in a decorated dining setting.
• Elegant Moments in Time

  A vintage black and white photograph capturing a smiling young couple seated elegantly on an ornate sofa, likely from mid-20th century New Bern, NC.
• John R. Taylor's Home, 709 Broad Street

  Historical photograph of John R. Taylor’s residence at 709 Broad Street in New Bern, NC, featuring a classic brick house and a vintage truck parked outside.
• Portraits from the Past

  A pair of vintage black-and-white photographs from New Bern, NC, showing a woman and a man in period attire, captured in the timeless essence of early photographic art.
• Vintage Insurance Rate Chart

  Historical document showcasing various premium rates for term insurance, categorized by age and payment frequency, reflecting past financial practices in insurance.
• Historical Insurance Premium Schedule

  A vintage table detailing term insurance premium rates by age, showing annual, semiannual, quarterly, and monthly payment options. This document highlights insurance costs from the mid-20th century.
• Historical Panorama of New Bern, NC

  A detailed historical illustration depicting the bustling port and town of New Bern, North Carolina, showcasing a variety of ships and the vibrant waterfront.
• Community Gathering in New Bern, 1960s

  A historical photograph capturing a community meeting in New Bern, NC, featuring local residents engaged in discussion over a meal in a decorated dining hall.
• A Moment in Time: Bert Lohr and Jim Constantine

  Historical photo capturing a cheerful interaction between Bert Lohr and Jim Constantine in a kitchen, showcasing mid-20th century interior design and fashion.
• Carriage Ride in New Bern

  A historical photograph capturing a horse-drawn carriage driven by a man, elegantly traversing the streets of New Bern, NC, with classic architecture in the background.
• Carriage Driver in New Bern

  A portrait of a dignified carriage driver, dressed in formal attire, seated on his carriage in New Bern, NC, capturing a moment of early 20th-century life.
• Governor Hodges and Libby Ward at Gathering

  Historical photo depicting Governor Hodges, Libby Ward, and a group of individuals at a social event, likely in New Bern, NC, showcasing mid-20th-century fashion and camaraderie.
• Distinguished Gathering in New Bern

  A black and white photograph capturing three men in a formal indoor setting, likely during a social or professional event in New Bern, NC.
• Broad Street Catch

  A vintage black-and-white photograph capturing two fishermen proudly displaying their striped bass haul on Broad Street, New Bern, NC, amidst a backdrop of classic cars and mid-20th-century storefronts.
• Family Gathering on Porch, Circa 1920

  A historical photograph capturing a multi-generational family seated on the porch steps of a home, likely in New Bern, NC, around 1920.
• Elegant Evening in New Bern

  Captured in black and white, Peggy Pate Austin attends a formal gathering, showcasing 1960s fashion with her stylish hairdo and classic attire.
• E.B. Austin at Event

  Historical photograph of E.B. Austin, captured while attending a formal event, showcasing a moment of engagement and a classic 1970s style.
• Mid-Century Home in New Bern

  A vintage black-and-white photograph depicting a mid-century brick home in New Bern, NC, showcasing typical residential architecture of the era.
• Forgotten Facade: New Bern Relic

  A weathered wooden house in New Bern, NC, stands as a silent testament to the area's rich historical past. Its dilapidated state evokes the passage of time.
• Elegant Costume Gathering

  A group of women and a young girl, dressed in historical costumes, gather in a richly decorated room, capturing the essence of a bygone era in New Bern, NC.
• Elegance of the Past

  A charming black and white photograph capturing two women in New Bern, NC, adorned in historical costume dresses, reflecting a bygone era of grace and style.
• Queen of Hearts Event, 1951

  Event photograph back detailing participants at a 1951 Queen of Hearts ceremony in New Bern, NC, photographed by Dr. Wm. I. Gause.
• Queen of Hearts Pageant, 1950s

  Photograph of a Queen of Hearts pageant in New Bern, NC, showcasing young contestants in elegant dresses, captured between 1951 to 1955.
• A Stroll in New Bern, 1950s

  Three friends captured in a candid moment while walking along a bustling street lined with stores, including a visible Walgreens sign, in New Bern, NC, during the early 1950s.