History of Greenville, North Carolina, USA

1771 - Martinsborough (Greenville), North Carolina founded

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1786 - Martinsborough, North Carolina renamed Greenville

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1854 - Greenville
Greenville, a post-village, capital of Pitt county, North Carolina, on the right bank of Tar river, about 100 miles E. by S. from Raleigh. It contains a court house, academy, and several stores. Tar and turpentine are procured from the forests in the vicinity, and exported by the river.
A New and Complete Gazetteer of the United States: Giving a Full and Comprehensive Review of the Present Condition, Industry, and Resources of the American Confederacy ... Thomas Baldwin (of Philadelphia.) Joseph Thomas January 1, 1854 Philadelphia : Lippincott, Grambo & Company 1854.

1865 - March 19 - Battle of Bentonville-Confederates retreat from Greenville NC

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1895 - Greenville
Greenville, capital of Pitt co., N.C., in Greenville township, on the Tar River, 25 miles above Washington, and about 75 miles E. by S. of Raleigh. It has a court-house, a £ office, 5 churches, and a carriage-factory. Pop. in 1880, 912; in 1890, 1937.
Lippincott's Gazetteer of the World: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World Containing Notices of Over One Hundred and Twenty-five Thousand Places ... Joseph Thomas January 1, 1895 J.B. Lippincott

1899 - DISASTROUS FIRE IN GREENVILLE, N. C.
Greenville, N. C., May 5. - Fire started at 10 o'clock last night in the upper floor of the two-story building occupied by E. M. CHEEK as a bar room. An entertainment was in progress at the Opera House at the time, and the people rushed out almost panic stricken. The fire raged two hours before it could be gotten under control. Both sides of Main Street, from the corner of Fourth Street to Bank Street on the west side, and to two doors below the King House on the east side, were swept clean. Twenty-five stores and offices, including the King House, were destroyed. The total loss is estimated at from $100,000 to $150,000, with about $40,000 insurance.
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New York, New York
May 6, 1899

1916
Greenville, a banking post-town, capital of Pitt co., N.C., on the Tar River, 25 miles above Washington and about 75 miles E. by S. of Raleigh, on the Atlantic Coast Line. It is a tobacco market. Pop. in 1880, 912 ; in 1890, 1937 ; in 1900, 2565.
Lippincotts New Gazetteer: A Complete Pronouncing Gazetteer Or Geographical Dictionary of the World, Containing the Most Recent and Authentic Information Respecting the Countries, Cities, Towns, Resorts, Islands, Rivers, Mountains, Seas, Lakes, Etc., in Every Portion of the Globe, Part 1 Angelo Heilprin Louis Heilprin - January 1, 1916 J.B. Lippincott - Publisher

1926 - TWO PERSONS KILLED WHEN TRAIN GOES THRU TRESTLE. NORFOLD AND SOUTHERN EXPRESS WRECKED NEAR GREENVILLE - ENGINEER AND FIREMAN DIE IN DEVOTION TO DUTY.
Greenville, June 11. - Two persons were instantly killed early this morning when the east bound Norfolk Southern night express crashed through a burning trestle over Chicod creek, about 10 miles east of this city.

The dead are J. R. SLADE, engineer, 42, Norfolk, and BILL HARRINGTON, fireman, 30, Berkley, Va. Passengers and other members of the train crew escaped serious injuries, only two receiving minor hurts.
The entire train, with exception one Pullman coach, was precipitated through the trestle to the marshy lowland 30 feet below. Wrecking crews have continued work since early today in an effort to clear away the twisted and burned mass of wreckage and rebuilt the 150-foot span which collapsed under the burden of the engine and five coaches. Until this is accomplished all trains will be diverted to the Atlantic Coast Line tracks from this city to Parmele, thence to Washington.

The trestle is located on the center of a complete "S" curve, and the train was rounding the curve ... Read MORE...

Whether you're a resident or just visiting, there are plenty of places to go and things to do in Greenville. Here's a list to get you started:
1. East Carolina University (ECU): Greenville is home to ECU, and the campus offers a range of activities. You can catch a football game at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium, visit the Greenville Museum of Art, or attend various cultural events and performances.

2. River Park North: This 324-acre park is a fantastic place for outdoor enthusiasts. You can hike the nature trails, go fishing or boating in the ponds, have a picnic, or simply enjoy the beautiful scenery.

3. Uptown Greenville: The city's Uptown district is the heart of downtown Greenville and offers a variety of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Explore the local boutiques, grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants, or enjoy live music at one of the bars.

4. Greenville Greenway: The Greenway is a network of scenic trails that wind through the city, perfect for walking, running, or biking. It's a great way to get some exercise and enjoy the outdoors.

5. Greenville Town Common: This lovely park along the... Read MORE...