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25 Years After the Civil War

25 years AFTER the Civil War.....
Monday, Feb. 18, 1889 page 1 -The Gazette, York Pa.

North Carolina was on the verge of a terrible race war, growing out of the negro exodus. All railroad emigrant agents had been driven out of the State.

25 years AFTER the Civil War.....
Monday, Feb. 18, 1889 page 1 -The Gazette, York Pa.

North Carolina was on the verge of a terrible race war, growing out of the negro exodus. All railroad emigrant agents had been driven out of the State.

The local military companies were called out in Wayne County, NC to help the farmers in preventing desertion of their laborers.
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Credit: Researcher Samantha Dorm

The Hawley Museum is passionately committed to uncovering and sharing the fascinating family stories that have influenced our state's and nation's history.  We believe that every family has a unique story to tell, one that adds depth to the rich tapestry of North Carolina and U.S. History.  

 

We encourage you to reflect on your own family narrative—did your ancestors play a pivotal role in these historical events?  We invite you to become a part of our family curator team by sharing your family's history, whether it be through photos, videos, articles, or documents.  

 

Let’s work together and weave a more comprehensive narrative that honors the roles families have played in our collective past to inspire future museum visitors.

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The Hawley Museum is passionately committed to uncovering and sharing the fascinating family stories that have influenced our state's and nation's history.  We believe that every family has a unique story to tell, one that adds depth to the rich tapestry of North Carolina and U.S. History.  

 

We encourage you to reflect on your own family narrative—did your ancestors play a pivotal role in these historical events?  We invite you to become a part of our family curator team by sharing your family's history, whether it be through photos, videos, articles, or documents.  

 

Let’s work together and weave a more comprehensive narrative that honors the roles families have played in our collective past to inspire future museum visitors.

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