charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Neighborhoods - DILWORTH - 08/10/10 06:41 PM
Charlotte NC Neighborhoods - DILWORTH
At the beginning of the Twentieth Century, the fast-growing city of Charlotte touted a population of only18,091. The city government was supported by a mayor, a recorder, and a Board of Aldermen, which included seven members: one from each of the four wards of the city and three elected at large.
The first suburbs of Charlotte formed along the streetcar lines extending out from the city. These suburbs expanded to the south and east of the city, included Dilworth, Elizabeth, Myers Park, Plaza Midwood.
Latta Park, known as the “pleasure resort” was at the … (26 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Myers Park Charlotte NC - A Planner's Vision - 01/03/10 12:30 PM
Myers Park Charlotte NC - A Planner's Vision, Now History
In my former life, I worked at Charlotte Memorial Hospital (which is now Carolinas Medical Center) as a registered nurse . A physician with whom I worked, (who is no longer living), knew how much I loved history so, he graciously gave me a mini-history lesson every time we spoke! There were so many lessons and I was able to do a little writing over the years to keep a tiny bit of what I learned from him. Oh, how I wish I had a blog back … (14 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Relocation Information, History 102 - 02/28/09 10:38 AM
Charlotte NC Relocation Information, History 102 HISTORY 102: By 1913, rail lines spread from Charlotte in eight directions, making Charlotte a major transportation hub. In the mid-1960's, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed a comprehensive civil rights act which made it illegal to discriminate in voting, the use of public facilities and education. It was then that education gave Charlotte its' historical headway. Following a landmark case-Swann vs. the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education-busing was used as a tool to help integrate schools. By the early 1970s, Charlotte became known as the "city that made integration work."
Since then, Charlotte has continued to … (5 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Relocation Information, History 101 - 02/27/09 07:58 PM
Charlotte NC Relocation Information, History 101
Incorporated in 1768 and named for the wife of King George III, Charlotte has constantly redeveloped itself, growing into the largest city in North Carolina. The Queen City, as she is nicknamed, has gone from being an agrarian township to a gold town, textile center to a national banking giant. Presently, Charlotte is the second largest banking center in the United States of America behind New York City. Visitors to the city are treated to historical attractions as well as a varied and vast range of events and recreational activities. Charlotte is ideally … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Art Abounds at Spirit Square in Charlotte NC - 02/11/09 10:25 PM
Charlotte NC: Art Abounds at Spirit Square First Baptist Church, erected in the early 1900’s, was designed by J.M. McMichael of Harrisburg, PA. The central element of the structure (which has no steeple) is the Byzantine dome, similar to New York City’s Madison Square Presbyterian Church.
Church goers marveled at the stained glass windows, as you will. One window on the south side of the sanctuary was donated by Vinton Liddell in honor of his father, W. F. Liddell.
Originally doubtful that the acoustics would be sufficient for even being able to hear a sermon in the church, but … (12 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Historic DILWORTH, One of Charlotte's Premier Communities - 12/06/08 05:01 PM
Historic DILWORTH, One of Charlotte's Premier Communities
At the beginning of the Twentieth Century, the fast-growing city of Charlotte had a population of only 18,091. The city government was supported simply by a mayor, a recorder, and a Board of Aldermen, which included seven members: one from each of the four wards of the city and three elected at large.
The first suburbs of Charlotte formed along the streetcar lines that extended out from the city. These suburbs, expanding to the south and east of the city, included Dilworth, Elizabeth, Myers Park and Plaza Midwood. Latta Park … (11 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC-Myers Park - 11/15/08 05:24 PM
Charlotte NC--Myers Park
Myers Park, the crown jewel of the Queen City (Charlotte NC), is nearing her 100th birthday! Shortly after the turn of the century, George Stephens and John Springs Myers initiated a relationship with a developer, John Nolen of Massachusetts. Nolen, a graduate of Harvard University, became famous for his urban planning following his design of 21 cities, 22 new towns and hundreds of small neighborhood projects. How fortunate for the city of Charlotte that these men forged such a productive relationship! The Myers Park community was planned, using 1,200 acres, in 1911. George Stephens directed the development, with … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Profile 2008 - 10/31/08 10:37 AM
Charlotte NC Profile 2008 Charlotte NC Profile 2008 Despite the economic downturn, businesses and individuals alike are attracted to the thriving Charlotte region. Economic and commercial growth continues and Charlotte has all the advantages of one of the most rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Charlotte's residents are warm, friendly and in many areas the small-town flavor remains. Located in the Piedmont region of the Carolinas, Charlotte is only two hours east of the Appalachian Mountains and three hours west of the Atlantic Ocean. New York City is 631 miles to the northeast and Atlanta is 256 miles to the … (0 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC--SPIRIT SQUARE - 10/30/08 10:22 AM
CHARLOTTE NC SPIRIT SQUARE Charlotte NC--Spirit Square
Erected in the early 1900’s, First Baptist Church was designed by J.M. McMichael of Harrisburg, PA. The central element of the structure (which has no steeple) is the Byzantine dome, similar to New York City’s Madison Square Presbyterian Church.
Church goers marveled at the stained glass windows, just as you will. Vinton Liddell in honor of his father, W. J. F. Liddell, donated one window on the south side of the sanctuary.
Originally doubtful that the acoustics could ever be sufficient for even being able to hear a sermon … (12 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Myers Park--The Duke Mansion, Historic Inn & Meeting Place - 09/16/08 12:21 PM
Charlotte NC MYERS PARK-The Duke Mansion, Historic Inn and Meeting Place Charlotte NC MYERS PARK-The Duke Mansion, Historic Inn & Meeting Place One of the best examples of Colonial Revival architecture in North Carlina is located right here in Charlotte's historic Myers Park. Built in 1915, the Duke Mansion is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is simply a sight to behold. Many of our most elite social leaders have called Charlotte NC Myers Park- Duke Mansion home and have contributed significantly to Charlotte's history. Southern Pubilc Utilities' former president, Zebulon V. Taylor built 'Lynnwood' on 14 … (5 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC CARMEL PARK: Sanctuary Community in SouthPark - 07/29/08 09:16 AM
Charlotte NC Carmel Park: Sanctuary Community in SouthPark Charlotte NC Carmel Park: SouthPark's Sanctuary Community
Back in 1949, L.M. Oglukian platted Carmel Park, exemplifying a sanctuary community right in the heart of SouthPark. The curving streets, dense woodlands and five area ponds add to the character of what is now known as Carmel Park. L.M. Oglukian's legacy is not only his development of such a highly sought-after sanctuary community but, the Oglukian Oriental Rug business as well. Levan Oglukian founded his Oriental Rug business in 1932 and called Carmel Park home for the remainder of his life. Homeowners enjoy large … (6 comments)
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charlotte nc history: Charlotte NC Eastover Community: History Abounds - 07/28/08 09:55 AM
Charlotte NC Eastover Community: History Abounds E astover, located just southeast of Charlotte’s Center City, formerly two dairy farms, (also formerly Myers Park Eastover), was developed by E. C. Griffith in 1927. In Charlotte NC's Eastover community, history abounds! Eastover is one of the most desired areas in Charlotte; the treescape in Eastover is simply breathtaking, especially in the spring when the pear trees are in bloom!
From the days of Earle Sumner Draper, the Southeastern US ‘premier’ urban planner to present day, Eastover has been the home of some of Charlotte’s most elite. From cotton brokers to bankers … (5 comments)
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