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• Colonial Store, New Bern, Early 1950s

  A bustling Colonial Store in New Bern, NC, showcasing an array of fresh fruits and vegetables, with a self-service setup typical of the early 1950s. Located on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Colonial Store Interior, 1950s

  A bustling 1950s grocery store interior in New Bern, NC, showcasing neatly stacked shelves, various food products, and employees at work. Located on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Staff at Colonial Store, 1950s

  Three employees in white uniforms, including a butcher, stand inside the Colonial Store in New Bern, NC, showcasing packaged goods and festive baskets, circa early 1950s. Located on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Colonial Store Promotion, 1950s

  A smiling woman in historical dress hands out samples at a Colonial Store promotion in New Bern, NC, surrounded by an array of grocery products, circa early 1950s. Located on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Colonial Store in the 1950s

  A cheerful employee stands among neatly arranged products at the Colonial Store on Hancock and New Street in New Bern, NC, showcasing a typical grocery setup of the early 1950s.
• Grocery Store Display, 1950s

  A 1950s grocery store in New Bern, NC, featuring an array of products including fresh hams, eggs, and packaged goods, highlighting the era's retail atmosphere.
• Colonial Store Staff Meeting, 1950s

  A group of diverse employees gathers inside the Colonial Store in New Bern, NC, during the early 1950s, showcasing the store's range of products and inclusive workforce. LOcated on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Colonial Storefront in the 1950s

  A black and white photo of the Colonial Store in New Bern, NC, circa early 1950s, showcasing promotional signs for Gold Bond gift books. Located on the southeast corner of New & Hancock Streets.
• Colonial Store in New Bern, 1950s

  A vintage photograph showing the Colonial Store on Hancock and New Street in New Bern, NC, captured in the early 1950s, featuring a classic car and period architecture.
• Colonial Store in the 1950s

  A vintage photograph capturing the Colonial Store at the intersection of Hancock and New Streets in New Bern, NC, showcasing 1950s automobiles and classic mid-20th century architecture.
• Aftermath of a Taxi Accident

  A close-up of the shattered windshield and damaged interior of a Colonial Cab taxi following an accident, capturing the fragility of vintage vehicles in collisions. Location southeast corner of Middle & New Streets.
• Colonial Cab Collision in New Bern

  A black-and-white photo capturing a damaged Colonial Cab taxi after a crash against a tree in New Bern, NC, circa late 1940s, with bystanders observing the wreckage. Location southeast corner of Middle & New Streets.
• Nighttime Taxi Accident in New Bern

  A historical photo capturing a nighttime accident involving a Colonial Taxi in New Bern, NC, showing the taxi damaged against a tree as onlookers gather in the rain. Southeast corner of Middle & New Streets.
• Award Ceremony at Coleman Motors, 1952

  Left to right, Louis Bradham, Tom Coleman, & Ford corporate in Coleman Motors, displaying a 1952 Four Letter Award for being an outstanding Ford dealership, surrounded by automotive advertising. Located on 200 block Craven Street, west side.
• 1956 Ford Showcase at Coleman Motors

  Crowded event at Coleman Motors in New Bern, showcasing the latest 1956 Ford models and features, including the new Lifeguard design. Located on 200 block Craven Street, west side.
• Vintage Street Scene in New Bern, NC

  A nostalgic glimpse into a mid-20th century street in New Bern, showcasing Coleman Motors, a Ford dealership, and other period-specific automobiles and signage. Located on 200 block Craven Street, west side & used cars, east side.
• Nighttime at Coleman Motors

  A vintage black-and-white photo of Coleman Motors, a Ford dealership in New Bern, NC, showcasing its glowing neon signs and showroom after dark. Located on 200 block Craven Street, west side.
• Vintage Parade at Coleman Motors

  A lively historical parade promoting Ford cars at Coleman Motors features a person in costume pulling a bear and a large promotional sign. Located on 300 block Middle Street.
• Coleman Motors Dealership

  A classic black and white photo capturing the bustling Coleman Motors, Inc., a Ford dealership in New Bern, NC, showcasing vintage cars and a tow truck under a large "Used Cars" sign located on the east side of the 200 block of Craven Street.
• Coleman Motors Display

  A black-and-white photo showcasing Coleman Motors in New Bern, NC, featuring a Ford sales and service truck with vintage cars in the background. Located on 200 block Craven Street, east side.
• Car Registrations in Craven County

  Historical snapshot showing a chart of car registrations in Craven County, detailing numbers by make including Ford, Chevy, and Plymouth, observed by attendees.
• Unveiling the 1956 Ford

  Enthusiastic crowd gathers at Coleman Motors in New Bern, NC, to see the new '56 Ford, featuring innovative safety and design enhancements. Located on 200 block Craven Street, west side.
• Coca-Cola Bottling Works

  A black and white photo of the historic New Bern Coca-Cola Bottling Works, featuring prominent advertisements for Coca-Cola and Orange Crush. Located on 100 block of Middle Street, west side.
• Coastal Tire Co., Storefront

  A black-and-white photograph of Coastal Tire Co., showcasing its mid-20th century architecture and signage, located at corner of Pollock & First Streets New Bern, NC.
• Coastal Electronics Workshop, 1960

  Technicians at Coastal Electronics located on Trent Road in New Bern, NC, meticulously work on various electronic devices, showcasing the technology and work culture of the early 1960s.