Roanoke Rapids Ad Rates and 1916 Editorial Clip
An early 20th century Roanoke Rapids notice details advertisement rates and publication terms including stamps cards and cash with a post office address. The page then quotes political debate on child labor law and President Wilson’s stance, noting campaign implications for Democrats in North Carolina. It references The Keating Bill and the broader issue of federal versus state authority in regulation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Supreme Court
North Carolina
Wilson-Marshall
S. F. Patterson
Fundamental problem for North Carolina wealth growth
A comprehensive critique notes North Carolina farms hold only about one third of the national farm wealth and per inhabitant income averages about 360 dollars yearly. It calls farmers bankers teachers and preachers to address a long standing wealth deficit and urges a serious solution to lift the state among the leading states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Carolina
Alt
Warwearied Allies Face Deutschland At Seething Sea
The war drags on beyond six months as Allied cruisers ready a stern reception for Deutschland. Editorial quips about postwar politics, taxes, and public duties mingle with local notes on a girl barber in Atlanta and calls for Democratic fund drives in North Carolina. Captain Shaw’s rifle score at Camp Glenn sparks border-talk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
Lumber Bridge
Camp Glenn
Etefkes
Fire insurance fees and company solvency worries rise
A fragment discusses large fire losses and insurance fees tied to population. A character questions which company insures them and considers checking Hartford records to identify their provider and assess risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartford
Local canning supplies advertised by Farmers Union Co.
Enfield based Farmers Union Co advertises supply of two and three pound tin cans Queen Square jelly jars six and twelve ounce, jelly glasses and ketchup bottles with pricing upon request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers Union Co
Enfield
Hope Ever Urges On With Salt Bushel Tomorrow Better
A fragmentary note hints that hope urges action and a salt laden bushel accompanies a forward gaze to tomorrow. The lines suggest a buoyant, if cryptic, encouragement without a clear event or named individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hope
Aeroplanes as Life Savers For Nation in Peace and War
Rear Admiral Peary argues aeroplanes will save lives on land and water, serving defense and rescue roles. By mid-century giant aerial fire departments will combat fires, deliver supplies, and aid during disasters before conventional responders can reach scenes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aero Coast Patrol
National
Aerial Coast Patrol Commission
Woolworth
New York
Walter Niles
Japan
China
Mineola
New York City
Niles
S. C
Baltimore
Washington
Philadelphia
Dayton
Ohio
Chicago
Indianapolis
Billy Sunday on War and Preparedness
The evangelist Billy Sunday declares that God is both war and peace, praising preparedness and military strength. He argues wars shaped national outcomes, mentions colonial power, and expresses desire to command a regiment if nations test the Monroe Doctrine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
King
Spain
Cuba
Mexico
Texas
New Mexico
Nevada
California
Billy
Reading Europe War For True US History Lessons
Richard Stockton Jr argues the current European conflict should prompt Americans to reevaluate and better understand the nation’s military history. He contends that past interpretations have misread U.S. military actions and urges a clearer, more informed perspective sparked by today’s war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
Staes
Europe
Richard Stockton, Jr
The Cost of Unpreparedness in the Civil War Era
The piece notes that early war mobilization showed valor of American soldiers, but high debt nearly overwhelmed the nation and many families faced mourning, reflecting the cost of unpreparedness in 1861.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pasa
Upton
Also Mentioned on This Page
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Herald Publishing Company, Inc
J.T. Stainback
Sabecrigtien
Roanoke Rapids
Muoder
Hughes
Pet Fairbanks
New Brunswick
Canada
Carolin Han Ahso
Coud
Commonwealth
West
Atlanta
Knights of the Razor
The
Hartford C. A. Wyche
Robert E. Peary
Billy Sunday
Herald Job
B. Marks
Roanoke Rapids, N. C
Hart Schaffner & Marx
Yours Truly
R. L. Towe
First National Bank
N. Carolin
Thos. M. Ae
Clark & Clark Notary Public Attorneys At Law
Rosemary Supplyee
N. C
Randie
W. Mason
Garyaburg, N.C
W. L Long
Mason, Worrell & Long
Attorneys At Law
Roanoke Rapids, N. C. and
Jackson, N.C
A. L. Clark Insurance
T. Rowland
Mutual Life Ins. Co
United States
First National Bank of
Hancock House Company Department Store
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