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Elizabeth College

Elizabeth College operated in Charlotte from 1896 to 1915. It was located at the intersection of Hawthorne Lane and Elizabeth Avenue. Today the buildings are part of Presbyterian Hospital. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Souvenier Postcard Company

North Graded School

North Graded School was located at 9th and Brevard Streets. Frank P. Milburn of Washington, D.C. was the architect. The school opened in 1900. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Unknown

South Graded School

The South Graded School was once used as a Federal Prison during the Civil War. It was located at the corner of South Boulevard and Morehead Street. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: S H Kress

O'Donoghue Hall (Catholic School)

This building was used as a school, convent and hall by the Sisters of Mercy. It was built in 1905 and named for Dr. Dennis O'Donoghue. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: International Post Card Company

South Graded School

The South Graded School was one of the first public schools in Charlotte. It was formerly the Carolina Military Institute. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Unknown

South Graded School

The South Graded School was one of the first public schools in Charlotte. It was formerly the Carolina Military Institute. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Stone and Barringer Publishers

Central High School

Central High School was one of the most popular schools in its days. Located on Elizabeth Avenue, the school is now part of the campus of Central Piedmont Community College. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Dixie News Company

Central High School

Central High School was one of the most popular schools in its days. Located on Elizabeth Avenue, the school is now part of the campus of Central Piedmont Community College. Physical Description: 3x5 Publisher: Dixie News Company