History of Charlotte, North Carolina, USA

1755 - Charlotte, North Carolina founded

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1837 - July 27 - US Mint opens in Charlotte, NC

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1844 - July 27 - Fire destroys US mint at Charlotte, NC

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1854 - Charlotte
Charlotte, a thriving town, capital of Mecklenburg county. North Carolina, on Sugar creek, 1 68 miles W. S. W. from Raleigh. It is one of the principal towns in the W. part of the State, and has rapidly increased for a few years past, in consequence of the gold mines which have been opened in the vicinity. A branch mint has been established here for the purpose of coining the gold. This town is the terminus of the Charlotte and South Carolina railroad, lately finished, and of the Central railroad of North Carolina, now in progress of construction. It contains several churches, 2 newspaper offices, and 2 banks. A plank-road, 120 miles long, extends to Fayetteville. Pop. in 1853, about 2600.
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.

1880 - KILLED IN RAILROAD COLLISION. THREE LIVES LOST IN A FREIGHT-TRAIN CABOOSE -- ENGINEERS AND BRAKEMEN KILLED ON THE MOBILE AND OHIO ROAD.
Charlotte, N. C., Dec. 27. - Information of another frightful railroad disaster reached the city this morning about 8 o'clock. It occurred on the Air Line Railroad, 500 yards beyond Paw Creek trestle, 9 miles from the city, about 7 o'clock. Two freight trains of the usual size left Charlotte yesterday morning in sections -- that is, the one about 15 minutes behind the other. On the up-grade just beyong Paw Creek trestle, 14 cars of the forward train, under Engineer ANTHONY, broke loose, and stopped after running only a short distance. In the rear car were the flagman, ROBERT GRIFFITH, of this city, and six passengers, three of whom were colored. When the detached cars stopped, flagman GRIFFITH jumped off, and, having told the train men to inform the passengers that they had broken loose from the remainder of the train, immediately started back to signal the second section, which he knew must be only a few miles behind. He had not gone back far before he heard the engine of the... Read MORE...

1895 - Charlotte
Charlotte, a city of North Carolina, and the capital of Mecklenburg co., is on the Atlanta & Richmond Air-Line Railroad, 265 miles E.N.E. of Atlanta, 44 miles S.S.W. of Salisbury, and 110 miles N. of Columbia, S.C. It is the northern terminus of the Charlotte, Columbia & Augusta Railroad, and the southern terminus of the Atlantic, Tennessee & Ohio Railroad. It is the seat of the Biddle University (Presbyterian), organized in 1867. It contains a court-house, 10 churches, 2 academies, 3 national banks. a state bank, a branch mint, 4 cotton-mills, 2 cotton-seed oil mills, a hosiery-mill, 2 machine-factories, furniture-, sash., door-, and blind-factories, and 2 daily and 3 weekly news paper offices. Pop. in 1880, 7094; in 1890, 11,557.
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

1907 - MR. A. J. DRAPER'S MISHAP.
Mischievous Boys Place Big Rock in Road and Mr. Draper, Returning From Gastonia, at Night, Injures His New Machine.

Mr. A. J. Draper, secretary and treasurer of the Chadwick, Hoskins, Louise, Calvine and Dover Mills, is the latest addition to the increasing ranks of the Charlotte Automobile Club, he having recently purchased a fine $1,800 Franklin car.

While on his way back from Gastonia several days ago, Mr. Draper had the misfortune to have the heavy tire on his eft[sic] rear wheel badly cut. He was speeding over the macadam roads of Gaston county at a rapid rate about dark, when his car suddenly lurched to one side as if he had run over a log. At the same moment a gang of boys who had been lying hid beside the road rushed out, yelling and whooping. Mr. Draper did not lose control of his car and came on to Charlotte without further mishap. But on investigation he found that one of his new tires that one of his new tires had been badly cut. As a result the machine had to be... Read MORE...

1916
Charlotte, a city of North Carolina, and the capital of Mecklenburg co., is on the Seaboard Air Line and the Southern It., 44 miles SSW. of Salisbury. It is the seat of Biddle University (Presbyterian), organized in 1887, Elizabeth College, Presbyterian College for Women, etc., and of a branch mint. It has manufactures of cotton, cotton-seed oil, caskets, belting, carriages, clothing, fertilizers, mining and other machinery, farming-implements, etc. Pop. in 1890, 11,457 ; in 1900, 18,091.
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

1922 - March 18 - WBT-AM in Charlotte NC begins radio transmissions

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1936 - BOY'S DROWNED BODY FOUND.
Charlotte, April 8. - (AP) - The body of D. C. Kiser, Jr., 13 year old boy who was drowned in Sugar Creek yesterday, was recovered this morning.

The body was about half a mile down stream from the point on his father's farm near Pineville where Kiser fell into the flooded stream.
The Daily Times-News
Burlington, North Carolina
April 8, 1936

1955 - FOOTBRIDGE FALL KILLS 2, MANY HURT. COLLAPSE OF STRUCTURE HURTLES 100 INTO RIVER; 20 OR MORE IN HOSPITAL.
Cherokee, N.C., July 4 - (UP) - Five of an estimated 100 persons thrown onto jagged rocks on the Oconaluftee River bed when a footbridge collapsed yesterday lay in critical condition today. Two others died of injuries received when they tumbled into the shallow stream.

At least a score of victims of the bridge collapse remained hospitalized and reports said some 48 others received first aid.
The 150-foot bridge gave way shortly before noon yesterday when it was jammed with holiday tourists. Cables supporting the structure jerked from their moorings tumbling pedestrians 10 to 15 feet onto the rocks below.

The bridge formed a passageway from U.S. Highway 441 to a group of souvenir shops at the Cherokee Indian reservation.

Only a few at either end of the wooden walkway were able to scramble to safety. The others struck the rocks or splashed into the water and were hit by timbers, cables or other victims, witnesses said.
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1958 - September 5 - 1st color video recording on magnetic tape presented, Charlotte NC

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September 5, 1958

Here's a list of some must-visit places and activities in Charlotte:
NASCAR Hall of Fame: Charlotte is often called the "home of NASCAR," and the NASCAR Hall of Fame is a must-visit for racing enthusiasts. Explore the history of the sport, see iconic cars, and even try your hand at a racing simulator.

Discovery Place Science: Perfect for families and curious minds, this interactive science museum offers hands-on exhibits, an IMAX theater, and live demonstrations.

Carowinds: Located on the border of North and South Carolina, Carowinds is an amusement park with thrilling rides, water attractions, and entertainment for all ages.

U.S. National Whitewater Center: If you're an adventure seeker, this outdoor recreation center is a must. You can go whitewater rafting, kayaking, zip-lining, rock climbing, and mountain biking.

Freedom Park: This beautiful urban park is ideal for picnics, jogging, and enjoying the outdoors. It also hosts various events and festivals throughout the year.

Charlotte Symphony: Catch a live performance by the Charlotte... Read MORE...