A detailed genealogical record of the Blades family, tracing roots in New Bern, NC, and Bishopville, MD, from the late 19th to mid-20th century prepared by L.S. Blades, III.
A collection of images and text detailing the Blades family. This includes a black and white photograph of the Dr. L.S. Blades Family including Dr. Blades, his wife Grace Melick Blades, and their four sons, Camden Blades, James Evans "Fats" Blades, Lemuel S. Blades, Jr, and Melick Blades in a relaxed gathering at their home in Elizabeth City, NC. and a copy of a land survey for the
Historic Blades House in New Bern, NC, featuring its intricate Queen Anne style architecture, designed by Herbert Woodley Simpson in 1903 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Two articles presented that highlight the most recent restoration of the W.B. Blades House by current owners, the Harakal Family, and a brief history of the James Bishop Blades House, AKA Hotel Queen Anne.
A 2003 letter from Lemuel S. Blades III discussing his grandfather's historical works and family genealogy, intended for the New Bern Preservation Foundation and the New Bern Historical Society. Also, a 2024 letter to Dr. Breck Gibbs, great-great-grandson of James Bishop Blades from Historical Society Curator, Jim Hodges, sharing the rediscovery of the Blades Family History compiled by Dr. L.S. Blades in Elizabeth City, NC.
The 1902 American Lumberman article discusses the Blades family's significant impact on the lumber industry in New Bern, NC, detailing their business strategies and industrial growth.
The U.S. Post Office, Courthouse, and Custom House at 413 Middle Street in New Bern, Craven County, North Carolina, was nominated and certified for inclusion in the National Register of Historic Places in 2018. The property was recognized at the local level of significance under National Register Criteria A and C for its historical and architectural importance. Classified as a federally owned public building, it was officially entered into the National Register on August 7, 2018. These images are of the registration application for that designation.
A black and white photograph (reproduction) capturing Danny Kellum and Jimmy Jones in a theatrical performance, adorned in elaborate costumes, circa 1950, New Bern, NC.
Officers & Directors / May 1957, 1. Mark Dunn, 2. Joe Lucas, 3. R.L. Stallings, 4. N.E. Mohn ?, 5. John Parker, 6. C. McCotter, 7. Floyd Gaskins, 8. J.C. Bagg, 9. _____________, 10. John R. Taylor, 11. John Dunn, Jr., 12. Will Dowdy, 13. John Dunn, Sr.
Historical photo outside Riverside Iron Works in New Bern, NC, showing men standing behind fabricated dredging equipment. The Mamie Sadler store on North Craven Street is on the left.
