NO MORE BLUE LAW ENDS SUNDAY CLOSING IN ROANOKE RAPIDS
The Roanoke Rapids City Board of Commissioners revoked the Sunday blue law restricting business during church hours. The ordinance failed to boost reverence or church attendance and hurt local commerce as cafes and hotdog stands faced rival closures nearby. A compromise allowed bonafide restaurants to stay open but drew complaints from other eating places. Beginning this Sunday, there will be no Sunday closing. public sentiment opposed the original idea.
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Roanoke Rapids
City Board Seeks Resignations of Police Chief and Officer
The City Board of Commissioners asked for the resignations of Chief of Police Early and Officer Kirkland, a move that surprised both officers and many citizens. Chief Early requests a hearing with Mayor Jenkins present to defend himself, and a majority of the Board is expected to grant it.
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City Board of Commissioners
Early
Kirkland
Jenkins
Court Delays Comment on Case Action
A local newspaper says it will reserve comment on the action taken in the case and prefers to hear both sides before passing judgment. The report emphasizes caution and seeks balanced coverage.
A Kind Word To Our Law Enforcers On Duty
We offer best wishes to police officers charged with maintaining order amid harsh conditions. They face criticism even when doing right and must live under scrutiny, yet their duty safeguards life and property. We praise their clean living and conscientious service and wish them success.
Welcoming Letters Encourage Public Viewpoints
A note invites citizens to submit properly signed letters on public issues. It welcomes opinions on police matters and other topics, stresses that agreement with the editorial policy is not required, and urges use of the newspaper's columns to express views in print.
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J. C. Smith
Beardsley Finds Grasshoppers In Elkhart Car Repair
After spending ten dollars on car repairs, A. H. Beardsley of Elkhart Indiana discovered two quarts of grasshoppers in the vehicle’s radiator, an unusual outcome that puzzled the owner and repair shop.
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A. H. Beardsley
Elkhart
Ind
Razor Bought 200 Years Ago Still Used by Local Man
Oliver Bolland of Ionia New York keeps a razor in daily use that was purchased two centuries ago. The vintage shaving tool remains in service amid his long tradition of enduring personal habits and historical keepsakes.
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Oliver Bolland
Ionia
N. Y
Mileage Hints From J F Winchester On Car Comfort
J F Winchester outlines maintenance tips for Esso customers stressing proper tire pressure lubrication of springs and shock absorbers. He cautions against overinflating or underinflating tires and notes hot weather raises pressure. Regular lubrication and prompt spring replacement and shock absorber checks ensure a smoother ride and longer tire life.
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