County Court Dockets Continue Dozens of Cases
County Recorder's Court lists about a dozen cases on the docket for Tuesday with most continued to later dates. Names include Covingtons for driving without license, Nora Williams for disposing mortgaged property, George Jackson for drunken driving, Henry Evans for drunk and disorderly, William Boone for liquor sales, Preston Henderson for motor vehicle without, Fred D. Harrell for carrying concealed weapon not guilty, Harrison Johnson Jr. for reckless driving, Robert Harmon for liquor with three months jail to work on state projects, and C. W. Decker for reckless driving.
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County Recorder’s Court
Lorenzo Covington
John Covington
Nora Williams
George Jackson
Henry Evans
William Boone
Preston Henderson
Hugo Rowe
Fred D. Harrell
Harrison Johnson Jr
Si Sci Fa
Capias
Robert Harmon
State Highway and Public Works Commission
C. W. Decker
H EB. Harris
Open Forum Calls for Party Regularity in Halifax County
In Halifax County a 1928 Democratic stronghold, rallies urged voters to support the full ticket. Speakers led by Senator elect T W M Long and Mr Atkinson pressed adherence to the primary, warning that those who voted partial tickets would face consequences. The primary also produced County Board of Education candidates along with the legislative slate.
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Halifax County
Hoover
Halifax
Scotland Neck
Roanoke Rapids
Democratic Party
T. W. M. Long
Atkinson
Leggett
Dr. Long
County
Simon
Board of Education
Ralph Rives
R. L. Towe
H. T. Clark
Halifax County Board of Education
Senator Long
Rives
Howdy
Mussolini
4 H Club Presentation at John Armstrong High School
The 4 H Club presents Special Chair at John Armstrong High School Monday April 19 at 8 p.m. The story follows a farmer who loves his children and old home and clashes with modern changes. The program features games and stunts alongside the play.
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John Armstrong High School
Maddrey Wins Weldon Primary Over Elliott Clark
J. T. Maddrey defeated Elliott B. Clark in Weldon’s Tuesday primary held April 6th with a 150 vote majority. The Town Board faced no opponents and will serve another term.
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Weldon
J. T. Maddrey
Elliott Clark
Dickens-Brantley Nuptials at Emporia Enfold Enfield Traditions
Mr and Mrs N B Dickens announce the marriage of their daughter Nellie to Robert Brantley near Enfield at Emporia on Friday April 2. The bride remains with her husband’s parents and Brantley has resumed his former sea duties.
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N. B. Dickens
Nellie
Robert Brantley
Enfield
Emporia
Brantley
Sunday Dinner Menu and Food Price Trends
South family page notes prices for peas green beans broccoli and cauliflower are fair with expected drops for lettuce and asparagus. Beef veal lamb pork remain moderate eggs up butter easing while strawberries rise and grapefruit stays affordable. Three dinner menus at low medium and special levels feature pork pie chicken pies ham and assorted sides and desserts.
County Board Appoints Wronn To Check Lots
Halifax County Board of Commissioners met in regular session to consider requests including funds for Hazel Wheeler’s delegation. The meeting also covered challenges to the primary outcome and appointment details for the Roanoke Rapids curb market lot evaluation.
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Wronn
Board of
Halifax County Commissioners
Hazel Wheeler
Halifax County
Ing
Roanoke Rapids
J. R. Wrenn
J. C. Smith
Carroll Wilson
A.B.C
Mrs. Melvin Hosts Friday Evening Event
Mrs. G. T. Melvin served as hostess Friday evening at a social gathering, greeting guests and organizing activities as part of the community event. The report notes a cordial atmosphere and attendance by local residents.
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Weldon
S. W. Neal, Jr
C. E. Meiggs
Mesdames I. T. Wallace
Leo Dixon
Whitley Draper
P. H. Joyner
J. D. Wheeler
L. J. Judkins
T.A. Chappell
Charlie Shaw
B. F. Turner
Alberta Wallace
Bridges
Evelyn Griffin
G. T. Melvin
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Open Forum
Scotland
Neck
Elliott B. Clark
Ann Page
Lillian Bell Jenkins
Matthews Drug Co. Co
Matthews
Mgr
N. C
Purlang
Mrs. Melvin
Golden Maid
Yukon Club
Sunnyfield
RITZ
Zollicoffer
Allsbrook Attorneys At Law
Imperial Theatre Bldg
Dial
Roanoke Rapids, N.C
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