斯巴达堡的时间胶囊揭开了城市隐藏的历史

在最初安置后的 60 多年里，斯巴达堡市打开了一个时间胶囊，展示了 1960 年的大量文物，包括城市名录、报纸、硬币和各种文件。市政府官员和居民齐聚一堂，共同见证开幕，唤起人们对过去的回忆，并强调为子孙后代保存历史的价值。

Spartanburg's Time Capsule Unveils a Glimpse into the City's Past

斯巴达堡的时间胶囊带您一睹这座城市的过去

Spartanburg, South Carolina - On Wednesday morning, the City of Spartanburg embarked on a captivating journey through time, opening a time capsule that had been sealed away for over six decades. The momentous event took place in the parking lot of the former city hall, where city leaders and eager residents gathered to witness the unveiling of the capsule's enigmatic contents.

南卡罗来纳州斯巴达堡 - 周三早上，斯巴达堡市踏上了一段迷人的时光之旅，打开了一个被密封了六十多年的时间胶囊。这一重大事件发生在前市政厅的停车场，城市领导人和热切的居民聚集在一起，见证胶囊中神秘内容的揭晓。

Sixty-three years ago, local Freemasons meticulously placed the time capsule within the cornerstone of City Hall, safeguarding its precious contents for future generations. "It is a rare opportunity for the past to reach out to us here in the future from their perspective," remarked Brad Steinecke, Assistant Director of Local History at Spartanburg Libraries. "Today is one of those extraordinary days."

六十三年前，当地共济会精心地将时间胶囊放置在市政厅的基石内，为子孙后代保护其珍贵的内容。斯巴达堡图书馆当地历史助理主任布拉德·斯坦内克 (Brad Steinecke) 表示：“对于过去的人来说，从他们的角度来接触我们，这是一个难得的机会。” “今天是那些不平凡的日子之一。”

As the capsule was carefully opened, a treasure trove of over 30 artifacts emerged, each one meticulously wrapped to ensure their preservation. Among the fascinating items were the 1960 city directory, newspapers, coins, and documents that chronicled the city's rich history.

当胶囊被小心地打开时，30多件文物的宝库出现了，每一件都经过精心包装以确保其保存。引人入胜的物品包括 1960 年的城市名录、报纸、硬币和记录这座城市丰富历史的文件。

"As Mayor of Spartanburg, it is a unique experience to delve into our past," said Mayor Jerome Rice. "Councilwoman Littlejohn was delighted to find her mother's phone number and the street where she once lived. Councilmember Fulmer, accompanied by his son, eagerly searched through the items, discovering his old address and tracing his family's roots."

“作为斯巴达堡市长，深入研究我们的过去是一次独特的经历，”市长杰罗姆·赖斯说。 “女议员利特尔约翰很高兴找到了她母亲的电话号码和她曾经住过的街道。议员富尔默在儿子的陪同下急切地翻阅了这些物品，发现了他的旧地址并追查了他家族的根源。”

Inspired by the time capsule's legacy, city officials expressed their commitment to creating a similar time capsule for future generations. Recognizing the transformative power of history, they envision installing it in the new joint city-county municipal building, slated for completion in 2026.

受到时间胶囊遗产的启发，市政府官员表示致力于为子孙后代创造一个类似的时间胶囊。认识到历史的变革力量，他们设想将其安装在新的市县联合市政大楼中，预计于 2026 年竣工。

"It is essential to reflect on the past as we look towards the future," emphasized Steinecke. "We can draw invaluable lessons from our shared history."

“展望未来时，反思过去至关重要，”斯坦内克强调。 “我们可以从我们共同的历史中汲取宝贵的教训。”

Close to 100 individuals attended the unveiling, with many Spartanburg residents reminiscing about the fond memories evoked by the capsule's contents. "I vividly remember seeing this building when it was newly constructed," said Don Bramblett, a long-time resident of Spartanburg. "While progress and technological advancements are undeniably beneficial, it is equally important to appreciate our past and acknowledge the remarkable journey we have made."

近 100 人参加了揭幕仪式，许多斯巴达堡居民回忆起胶囊内容物所唤起的美好回忆。 “我清楚地记得这座建筑刚建成时的样子，”斯巴达堡的长期居民唐·布兰布莱特 (Don Bramblett) 说。 “虽然进步和技术进步无疑是有益的，但同样重要的是欣赏我们的过去并承认我们所取得的非凡旅程。”

City leaders expressed their enthusiasm for connecting present generations with the past through such initiatives. "As Spartanburg continues to evolve, it is vital to reflect on our roots," said Mayor Rice. "This time capsule provides an invaluable opportunity to do just that."

城市领导人表达了通过此类举措将当代人和过去联系起来的热情。 “随着斯巴达堡的不断发展，反思我们的根源至关重要，”赖斯市长说。 “这个时间胶囊提供了实现这一目标的宝贵机会。”

All the artifacts retrieved from the time capsule will be meticulously preserved in the archives of the downtown Spartanburg Library, ensuring their accessibility for future generations. These items include:

从时间胶囊中取出的所有文物都将被精心保存在市中心斯巴达堡图书馆的档案中，以确保子孙后代可以使用它们。这些项目包括：

• Payroll records of courthouse employees as of April 1961
• Photographs of the county board
• A financial statement of the courthouse and jail from July 1, 1949 to January 31, 1959
• A proclamation by Mayor Neville Holcombe from the April 29, 1961 dedication of the time capsule
• A legislative manual from Charles C. Moore, a former member of the House of Representatives and state senator
• A replica of a plaque displayed in the courthouse lobby
• A resolution passed by the Spartanburg Legislative Delegation during the 1958-1959 session of the General Assembly
• A Spartanburg County school directory
• Newspaper clippings from the Spartanburg Journal
• Bulletins from Converse and Wofford Colleges for the 1960-61 academic year
• A Southern Bell telephone directory from 1960

• Coins representing significant milestones in Spartanburg's history:

  截至 1961 年 4 月法院员工的工资记录县委员会的照片 1949 年 7 月 1 日至 1959 年 1 月 31 日法院和监狱的财务报表内维尔·霍尔科姆市长 1961 年 4 月 29 日时间胶囊落成时的公告查尔斯的立法手册C. Moore，前众议院议员和州参议员法院大厅展示的牌匾复制品斯巴达堡立法代表团在 1958-1959 年大会期间通过的决议斯巴达堡县学校名录《斯巴达堡日报》的剪报简报康弗斯学院和沃福德学院 1960-61 学年的南贝尔电话簿 1960 年硬币代表斯巴达堡历史上的重要里程碑：

  • 1931: Incorporation of Spartanburg as a municipality
  • 1873: Arrival of the first railroad train in Spartanburg
  • 1885: Founding of Converse College
  • 1889: Opening of Spartanburg airport, the first in South Carolina
  • 1927: First commercial radio broadcast in South Carolina at WSPA
  • 1922: Silver Dollar
  • 1930: First commercial radio broadcast in the state at WSPA
• City Directory from 1960
• U.S. News and World Report from 1960
• A map of Spartanburg
• A dollar bill donated by city employee Joe Box

The opening of the time capsule served as a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between the past, present, and future of Spartanburg. By preserving and sharing these precious artifacts, the city honors its heritage while inspiring future generations to embrace the lessons and aspirations that have shaped its legacy.

1931 年：斯帕坦堡并入直辖市 1873 年：第一列铁路列车抵达斯帕坦堡 1885 年：康弗斯学院成立 1889 年：南卡罗来纳州第一个斯帕坦堡机场启用 1927 年：南卡罗来纳州在 WSPA 上首次播出商业广播 1922 年：银元 1930 年：第一个商业广播电台自 1960 年起在该州的 WSPACity Directory 中广播1960 年的新闻与世界报道斯巴达堡地图由市雇员乔·博克斯捐赠的一美元钞票时间胶囊的打开深刻地提醒人们斯巴达堡的过去、现在和未来之间的持久联系。通过保存和分享这些珍贵的文物，这座城市尊重其遗产，同时激励子孙后代接受塑造其遗产的教训和愿望。