During the dedication ceremony for the newly placed historic marker in the City of Fredonia, two members of the Fredonia Valley Historical Society shared some of their research and stories they had personally heard about the Night Riders and their activities dealing with the Fredonia Community.
Rick Morgan and Nicky Baker were both a part of the program and reminded those attending how important the tobacco industry was to residents of Fredonia and how the Night Riders made history in the community.
Morgan shared a story about A.H. Cardin, who is mentioned on the actual marker.
Morgan shared another story about a farmer whom the Night Riders did find at home.
click to download audioBaker explained to the group about the Rice Tobacco Factory and the location of the warehouse.
click to download audioBaker also told about another local farmer and what he saw about the Night Riders.
click to download audioThese are just a few stories that show how the Fredonia community was a part of the Black Patch War and the Night Riders.
For more information, you can contact the Fredonia Valley Historic Society.
