Industry Growing in Bladen County
A Historical Article Believed to be Authored by: Margaret Parker Bridger
Bladen County, in 1700, referred to as a “pauper county,” has always been a strictly rural county, therefore the industries were very limited and few in variety. Though still a rural county and sparsely populated, great strides have been made in advancement in manufacturing, lumbering, and tobacco sales.
Progressive, Hustling Town - 155 Year History
Progressive, Hustling Town Has Made Enviable Record During 155 Years History
Interesting Account of Birth and Development of Historic Bladen County Town;
Health and Living Conditions Unexcelled; Ideal Climate, Good Railroad and
Highway Accommodations; Artesian Water Supply and Many Other Natural Advantages.
By Mrs. R.C. Bridger
On August 26, 1779, a grant of 200 acres of land was made in the county of Bladen to one Rehan Redin as recorded in North Carolina state secretary’s office, in Book 6, page 43, signed by his Excellency, Richard Caswell, the original seal of state, a small circular piece of wood bearing the seal of state was attached to insure its safe delivery, the grant being carried by a man on horse back. This grant of land, so far as is known marked the beginning of the thrifty, progressive, beautiful little town of Bladenboro, situated on the Sea Board Air Line Railroad, on state highway No. 211, in the heart of a rich farming section, 50 miles from Wilmington and 13 miles from the county seat at Elizabethtown.
Some Historical Facts About Bladenboro
By Margaret Parker Bridger
Written about 1945—1954
Name arrived at: The King of England gave the grant of land on which we live to his son, The Earl of Bladen, in the early 1700’s. This grant of land, reaching to the Mississippi River and now comprising fifty-six counties, was named Bladen County in his honor. At that time, all of the small sections were called “Boroughs.” The name, Bladenboro, is derived from
Bladen and Borough. The 200-acre grant of land which included Bladenboro was made by His Excellency, Governor Richard Cashwell, to Rehan Rodin in 1779.
A Short History of Bladenboro, North Carolina
As mentioned by BTB Board President Jon Hasbrouck, articles written by his Grandmother and his Father were recently discovered stored away in the old home place where Jon and Pat reside. It is our intention, from time to time, to share these wonderful recollections and histories of our community. It is a special opportunity to learn, first hand, about life as it was in days gone by.
A Short History of Bladenboro, North Carolina
By Margaret Parker Bridger
Written about 1945—1954
On August 26, 1779, a land grant of 200 acres, recorded in Book Six, Page forty-three, was made and signed by His Excellency, Governor Richard Cashwell, to Rohan Redin of Bladen County. The original seal of the state, hold in a small circular piece of wood, was attached to ensure safe delivery, as the written grant was carried by a man on horseback. This grant of land marked the beginning of the progressive little town of Bladenboro.
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