Davidson (N.C.) -- History
Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings
Scope Note: Geographic LC
Found in 2 Collections and/or Records:
Interview with Evelyn Carr, 2002 September 04
Item — Multiple Containers
Identifier: OHI-0091
Scope and Contents
Evelyn Carr is a lifetime Davidson resident and a pillar of the community. Born in 1931, Ms. Carr and her family originally lived in Brady’s Alley—an area that was formerly located behind Main Street. In 1946 Ms. Carr married Orlandis Carr, and after a brief stint living in Charlotte, the couple moved back to Davidson and built a house on Griffith Street where they raised ten children. Ms. Carr has always been an active member of the Davidson community and has been an advocate for affordable...
Dates:
2002 September 04
Interview with James E. Raeford, 2001 January 02
Item — Multiple Containers
Identifier: OHI-0082
Scope and Contents
James Raeford, owner of “Raeford’s Barber Shop” on Main Street, gives an outline of his professional and personal experiences as an inhabitant of Davidson since 1957. He expresses much satisfaction with his life in Davidson, and comments on his participation in the community through committees and personal efforts. He also talks about the role of Black churches and faith practices in the area. Raeford’s words illustrate much about race relations in the community, pointing to events such as...
Dates:
2001 January 02