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Margo Williams Book Signing |
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One of our society members, Margo Williams, has written a book about her Randolph County African American Lassiter ancestors prior to the civil war. The Asheboro/Randolph Library has agreed to sponsor Ms. Williams and has scheduled it on Saturday, December 3, 2011 at the library. It will begin at 10 am. She plans to speak briefly, then do a book signing. She will have books for sale at the library for $13.95. Space is very limited so it is a "first come, first serve" basis seating. There will be light refreshments. |
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Asheboro Cemetery Video |
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Below is a link to the most recent Old Asheboro Cemetery video, produced in conjunction with the City of Asheboro Marketing Department.
Every "resident" of the old Asheboro cemetery has a story. In this video, volunteer Ricky Allred tells the tale of Charles St. George Winn, a former British officer.
Please click here to view the video. |
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Changes in the Society!!! |
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Changes within the Society…
Lori Maness has agreed to be President (for a second term). Thank you for your motivation and bringing exciting ideas to our Society!
Our Editor for the Journal, Larry Cates, will be leaving us to become Editor for the North Carolina Genealogical Society. After 15 years, we will truly miss his wonderful work! Sincere congratulations go out to Larry for this golden opportunity!
Gina Smith has stepped up to the place to take Larry's place. Congratulations! We look forward to the continuation of a top-notch Journal!
Lisa Hudspeth is our new membership chairperson, replacing Jo Barrett. Jo, you have blessed us all with everything you have done and you will be missed (Happy Retirement)! Lisa has already proven herself with her hard work and dedication.
I want to take the time to thank each and every member who has taken the time and effort to keep our society going strong! You have all been a great group of people!
Paula York/Treasurer/Randolph County Genalogical Society, NC
Are you a volunteer? How can YOU help keep RCGS up and running? A few minutes…a few hours… can make all the difference…whether you are retired, work full time, part time, or in between jobs…contact us today! Make a difference! |
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Randolph County Courthouse Renovations |
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In the Courier Tribune on Sunday, July 10, 2011 (Section C-Lifestyles) is an article about the renovations to the Randolph County Courthouse. There will be an open house on Tuesday, July 19th from 4 to 6 pm. "This date was chosen because the first term of court was held in the building on July 19th, 1909. Several years ago, it was estimated the cost would be $2.5 million to do the work. The county spent only $350,000.00 by doing the work themselves" Wow, what a savings!!! I'm excited about the open house and hope everyone will get the chance to attend! |
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Upcoming Meeting and Civil War Presentation |
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Friday, 13 May 2011 11:49 |
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RANDOLPH COUNTIANS OF COMPANY M And their roles in establishing Company M Presented by Wallace E. “Wally” Jarrell Saturday, May 21th 2011, 10 AM to 12 NOON Downstairs Meeting Room, Randolph County Public Library 201 Worth Street, Asheboro, NC |
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 Early Randolph County, North Carolina Marriages is now available!
The "Early Randolph County, North Carolina Marriages: 1784-1869" , compiled by Sarah Robbins Lehman for the Randolph County Genealogical Society" has just been printed , and is heading to the Asheboro/Randolph County Public Library for sale ($25.00 plus tax and 3.50 shipping and handling). What a wealth of information!!! Grooms are listed in alphabetical order, with Brides, Date, Bondsman, Witness, and who married them. Get your copy today! |
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A sampling from our latest journal |
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 Our quarterly journal contains a look at the history of our area via various resources. In the sample below, we provide the reader with the contents of the society pages of the Asheboro Courier. The society pages of local newspapers are an often-overlooked source of information. They provide us with interesting insight into our ancestors' preoccupations and activities and into the general temperament of the times. Of course, the researcher should take due notice that the content is likely to be on the light and frothy side and that the social columnist was not likely to delve much below the surface. These pages are a treasure trove of an ongoing series of extracts from the Asheboro Courier. Names were spelled exactly as they appeared in the original print taken from microfilm at the Randolph Room of the Asheboro branch of the Randolph County Public Library.
Here's a sampling of the events from the society pages of the Asheboro Courier - March 19, 1903. Remember, our journal contains even more.
Local and Personal - March 19, 1903
- Horse traders are plentiful on our streets this week.
- Mr. Eugene WALL, of Sophie, spent Sunday in Asheboro.
- Mr. W.A. UNDERWOOD spent Sunday at High Point.
- Mr. N.M. BROWER, of Wilmington, is visiting in the county.
- Mr. M.W. PARRISH, of Randolph, has a position with the HOLLADY-POOL Hardware Co.
- The Merry Milk Maids gave their operetta last Friday night. It was a great success in every way and showed much time and work. Both maids and farmers did their parts so well they have had invitations from some of the neighboring towns to show there.
- LIEUT. ROBBINS PROMOTED
By command of Brigadier General FUNSTON, First Lieut. Haywood ROBBINS, of the 1th Infantry, has been appointed Judge Advocate of a general court martial at Fort Apache, Arizona. Mr. ROBBINS is from Randolph County and is one of the bright boys who has left his home and is rising step by step to the top. There is a bright future for him.
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