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1908 - Lively Celebration in Dilworth

 

The Charlotte News, 5/22/1908, p. 4:

LIVELY CELEBRATION IN PROGRESS AT DILWORTH

Firemen’s Drill Will be Repeated This Evening at 10 O’Clock—The Midway is Unusually Good and Attractive—Some of the Shows.

With clear weather tonight the celebration at Latta Park will surpass that of any other night this week. Rain and damp weather during the first few days cast a damper on the crowd and disappointed the managers, but the crowd in attendance last night was more encouraging and everybody seemed to enjoy themselves to the fullest extent.

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1908-05-21

Signers' Biographies

Signers' Biographies

The Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence was supposedly signed by more than twenty-five prominent citizens of Mecklenburg County on May. 20, 1775. These signers came from all walks of life and had a great influence in Charlotte's early history. Find out a bit more about these significant individuals for yourself.

Abraham Alexander

Adam Alexander

Historical Background of Mecklenburg Declaration

In reviewing the history and the events surrounding the signing of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, it is important to understand a little bit about Mecklenburg County’s early history and founding.

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Mecklenburg County Seal

Many Mecklenburgers daily see Mecklenburg County vehicles displaying the eagle carrying the banner “May 20th, 1775” without realizing the significance of the date.

Meck Dec seal at Trade and Tryon

This seal is embedded in asphalt at the intersection of Trade and Streets. It was relocated from the center of the square to the sidewalk on the southeast corner of Trade and Tryon.

Woodmen of the World Float

A W. O. W. ("Woodmen of the World") float in Meck Dec parade, undated, proceeding east on Trade St. past Post Office.