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a member of an Oriental race the term is regarded as offensive by Asians (especially by Asian Americans) denoting or characteristic of countries of Asia "oriental civilization"
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Wikipedia
Oriental is a town located in Pamlico County, North Carolina, United States USA. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 875.Oriental was settled by Louis B. Midyette in the 1870’s. Legend says that "Uncle Lou", as he was known, anchored his sailboat in the protected waters of Oriental to escape a gale. He was sailing from New Bern back to his home in Dare County where he was a farmer and a fisherman. Storytellers claim that the next morning Lou went ashore and climbed a tree. He was captured by the beautiful landscape and all of the waterfront created by the many creeks. He returned home to persuade others to join his family in moving to the area.From the early 1900's Oriental's economy was supported by lumber, fishing and farming. The train came to town, providing both cargo and passenger service (train service stopped in the 1950's). The last sawmill closed just about the time that sailors began to discover the village - in the early 1960's. Just 4 sailboats called Oriental home in 1960 - today the number has grown to over 2,700. Oriental is now known as the "Sailing Capital Of North Carolina."Fishing remains an important part of the town. Today fishing trawlers still grace the harbor, bringing in a catch of shrimp, crab or perhaps flounder depending on the season.The United States Post Office Department established a post office here back in 1886. Lou Midyette was named postmaster of what was then known as Smith’s Creek. Lou's wife, Rebecca, thought the village needed a better name.Rebecca had found the nameplate from the sunken ship "Oriental" on the beaches of the Outer Banks (some stories say she just saw it in a Manteo home - but either way the name "Oriental" made an impression on her).The sailing steamer Oriental was built in 1861 in Philadelphia, and was used as a Federal transport ship in the Civil War. She met her fate in May of 1862, shipwrecked off Bodie Island 33 miles north of Cape Hatteras. The passengers and crew were saved. Today, one of the Oriental's portholes is on display in the Oriental Town Hall. The fate of the "Oriental" nameplate is unknown.The village became known as Oriental a few years after the post office was established, and was incorporated in 1899.
Geography - Oriental is located at 35°1'52" North, 76°41'16" West (35.031010, -76.687871)GR1 .According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.5 square kilometerkm² (1.4 square milemi²). 3.0 km² (1.1 mi²) of it is land and 0.6 km² (0.2 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 16.79% water.
Demographics - As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there are 875 people, 440 households, and 293 families residing in the town. The population density is 293.8/km² (763.0/mi²). There are 576 housing units at an average density of 193.4/km² (502.3/mi²). The racial makeup of the town is 90.74% White (U.S. Census)White, 7.31% African American (U.S. Census)African American, 0.11% Native American (U.S. Census)Native American, 0.34% Asian (U.S. Census)Asian, 0.00% Pacific Islander (U.S. Census)Pacific Islander, 0.46% from Race (U.S. Census)other races, and 1.03% from two or more races. 1.37% of the population are Hispanic (U.S. Census)Hispanic or Latino (U.S. Census)Latino of any race.There are 440 households out of which 12.0% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.0% are Marriagemarried couples living together, 6.4% have a female householder with no husband present, and 33.4% are non-families. 29.5% of all households are made up of individuals and 18.6% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 1.98 and the average family size is 2.38.In the town the population is spread out with 10.7% under the age of 18, 3.4% from 18 to 24, 15.2% from 25 to 44, 34.9% from 45 to 64, and 35.8% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 57 years. For every 100 females there are 91.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 91.9 males.The median income for a household in the town is $37,794, and the median income for a family is $44,196. Males have a median income of $37,292 versus $25,938 for females. The per capita income for the town is $25,949. 8.4% of the population and 6.2% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 2.2% of those under the age of 18 and 9.1% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.
Famous native - Oriental is the hometown of Kevin Williamson, creator of ''Scream (movie)Scream'' and ''Dawson's Creek''.
External links - oriental-nc.com - Official website of Oriental, NC towndock.net - !Towndock.netMapit-US-cityscale 35.03101-76.687871 Category:Towns in North CarolinaCategory:Pamlico County, North Carolina DEBUG REDIRECT (oriental, north carolina)
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Websites
Qing Gallery
One-of-a-kind oriental antique furniture & gifts!
http://www.qinggallery.com/
Slavedragon Studios - tattoo art painting chat message board flash tribal celtic new old school ink
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http://www.slavedragon.com/
The International Dance Council (CID, UNESCO)
- The International Dance Council (CID) is the official umbrella organization for all forms of dance in all countries of the world. - It is a non-profit non-governmental organization founded in 1973 within the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. - It is a worldwide forum bringing together international, national and local organizations as well as select individuals active in dance. - It represents the art of dance in general and advises the UNESCO, national and local government agencies, international organizations and institutions. Headquarters CID, UNESCO, Paris, France
http://www.cid-unesco.org/
The Textile Museum
Founded in 1925 by George Hewitt Myers, The Textile Museum is an international center for the exhibition, study, collection and preservation of the textile arts. The Museum explores the role that textiles play in the daily and ceremonial life of individuals the world over. Special attention is given to textiles of the Near East, Asia, Africa and the indigenous cultures of the Americas. The Museum also presents exhibitions of historical and contemporary quilts, and fiber art. With a collection of more than 17,000 textiles and rugs and an unparalleled library, The Textile Museum is a unique and valuable resource for people locally, nationally and internationally. The Textile Museum is located at 2320 ‘S’ Street, NW in Washington, DC. The Museum is open Monday – Saturday 10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Admission is free; suggested donation is $5. For further information, call 202-667-0441.
http://www.textilemuseum.org/
Ardeleana's Cattery
A site on Siamese and Oriental cats and an extensive database on pedigrees of Siamese and Orientals
http://www.ardeleana.nl/
Professional Oriental Belly Dance School Muna
Professional native dancer Muna is from Syria. Her school is situated in Czech Republic, in the Capital City - Prague. Her school offers: Dancing classes of oriental belly dance ( individual and in groups), professional dancing performances, workshops. She teaches dancing in: Czech, English and Arabic. Then she invites you to her school Language Centre Muna to learn languages as Czech, English and Arabic and of course Czech language for foreigners...
http://www.muna.cz/
EileensEshop
Looking for a gift that will be teasured for a lifetime? Gifts and home decor for discerning buyers.
http://www.eileenseshop.com
Spirit and Flesh
The union of spirit and flesh creates a subtle new harmony. Two unique worlds come together, and through our hearts unite into one.
http://www.spiritandflesh.net/
Arabic and oriental embroidery
We sell arabic and oriental embroidery designs
http://www.oriental-embroidery.com/
DJOHARIAN - fine persian rugs, since 1967
Djoharian is a rug wholesale and retail company for medium, high class and premium quality prsian rugs. International sales since 1967.
http://www.artoriental.de/
Asia JPG
Free Daily Asian Porn Pictures
http://www.asiajpg.com/
R AND G MCPHERSON
A LARGE WEBSITE WITH CHINESE AND JAPANESE CERAMICS FOR SALE AS WELL AS ALL SORTS OF INFORMATION ABOUT ORIENTAL CERAMICS.
http://www.orientalceramics.com/
Oriental Institute
Research center at the University of Chicago. Site includes directory of websites about the Near East, research project and archive information, departments and projects, and access to publications.
http://www-oi.uchicago.edu/
Oriental Trading Company
Party supplies, crafts, party decorations, and toys.
http://www.oriental.com/
University of London, School of Oriental & African Studies
(SOAS)
http://www.soas.ac.uk/
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
Chain of premium Asian hotels. Properties in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Macau, Surabaya and Singapore.
http://www.mandarin-oriental.com/
Oriental Bird Club
UK-based charity for birders and ornithologists around the world interested in wild birds in the Oriental region and their conservation. How to join, club news, sales, Bulletin articles, photos, and artwork.
http://www.orientalbirdclub.org/
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