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Newspaper

Roanoke Rapids Herald

Location

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Aug 20, 1920

Page

7

Robbed man recalls forged bills and hotel scheme

A man finds four envelopes with counterfeit details and a Colonia voyage ticket after waking, recalling a Belmont Strathworth hotel scene and five hundred dollars being handed by Walter Noble. He doubts memory, memory gaps rising as he contemplates the earlier staged contract with the Transcontinental Newspaper syndicate.

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Giantkillers Star Win Shute Stages Rescue on Ship

In a aboard a steamship bound for Naples, Win Shute demands the captain stop the ship to ensure he can play in the World Series. He pushes through the ship to reach the wireless operator and directs a message to the United States aimed at reclaiming his place with the team.

Steamship Company Naples Mall Wonse Ball Park James Winton James Shute Win Shute W. James Win Ce Jounder Cap Twin Nines Mr. Shute Mr. Mansel Jerrold Mansel Jed. Mansel Mansel Jed Mansel Ot Shute James Winton Shute Miss Blrey Winton Colonia United States Ris Ford Philadelphia Hatmburd New York Eabin Tom Riley Dotti

Five New York Boy Scouts Join Far Western Travel

Five luckiest Boy Scouts of Anerica from Greater New York travel as guests of Far Western Travelers. They were chosen from each borough to visit national parks including Rocky Mountain, Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Crater Lake, Mt. Hood, Glacier, and Yellowstone. They left New York July 7 and plan to return September 4.

Anerica Greater New York Far West Tye Jobo Mrest Brooklyn Connell Scontine Cyril McDermott Manhattan Herbert Jacobs Queens Walter Perry Richmond John Breltioser Trouxconnell New York Issueln Ton America John 2. Patton Huston Thompson Federal Trade Commissioner Eng Wy Patton Bar Association Elains Fee New York Boy Scouts Rocky Mountain National Park Grand Canyon Yosemite Valley National Park Crater Lake Mt. Redmier Glacier Yellowstone National Parks John J. McDermott Goodby Cyril

The King of the Clouds Recites a Rainy Day Joke

A whimsical tale follows the King of the Clouds sharing a joke about bathing suits hung out to dry turning soggy as people watch. Cloud figures react with amusement while the sun and rainpersons laugh, and a child misadventure closes the scene with a do it yourself lesson.

King of the Clouds Lindi Mr. Liu Mr. San Cloud Fairy Sun

Fall frocks take stage as suit alternatives in stylish lines

The article notes a shift from suits to one piece frocks for fall, highlighting trim models in wool fabrics like serge and broadcloth, a longer waistline, embroidered skirts, and optional vestees for changeable occasions. It emphasizes neutral dark colors and accessory pairings such as hats with a Spanish flair.

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Great Need of the Age

There is nothing this age needs more from any standpoint than thorough education and moral reform. The statement emphasizes physical, intellectual, and moral improvement as essential pillars for progress.

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Rice surplus in China drives rice market concerns

Reported stockpiles in Hong Kong amount to over 10 million dollars in Saigon rice as exports suspend buying and prices rise. Shanghai faced food riots amid shortages with a four day supply on June 20. Meanwhile Wilmington's cemetery population exceeds living residents in census figures.

Hongkong Japan America Shanghai Wilmington Sugar Grove Uncle Sam

Brave Scout Harold Strohmeyer Honored for Bravery

Star Scout Harold Strohmeyer of Troop No 8 Kansas City was cited by the city for bravery after confronting four armed men who attempted to hold up the bank where he works. The public acknowledgment came after efforts by local scout leaders and a city council resolution approving a gold medal presentation by the mayor.

Harold Strohmeyer Kansas City Strohmeyer City Conneell

Mansion Leased for Boy Scout Use in St Louis

The Ambassador Davit R. Francis mansion in St Louis Missouri with expansive grounds was leased for ten years at a nominal sum to the St Louis council of boy scouts the national junior chamber of commerce and the town council of the junior chamber The 25 year old residence serves as the headquarters for these organizations and its grounds previously hosted wartime community service for soldiers.

Camps for Pioneer Scouts Reach Nationwide

Pioneer scouts will be welcome at all scout camps nationwide. Isolated farm boys may obtain camp details by postcard to the nearest scout headquarters. Those not yet pioneer scouts can secure full information from the Chief Pioneer Scout, 200 Fifth Avenue, New York City.

Pioneer Scouts Pioneer Scout Fifth Avenue New York City

Family quarrel led to playful plea for equal punishment

In a lighthearted family moment a father asks which son should be spanked after a quarrel between Howard and Homer. Both boys plea to be spanked tomorrow so they can face punishment together.

Howard Homer

A Great Revenue Economy Is a Great Revenue Meare

A brief note highlights economic themes with emphasis on revenue growth and policy direction. The text signals a focus on fiscal health and market vitality, naming no specific figures or institutions.

Summer hats fade as designers look ahead to new styles

Readers see a detailed portrait of late summer hat designs, praising a chrysanthemum braid crown and ribbon bands. The piece notes lace edging and velvet rosettes, with various shapes in Teghorn and hemp, and a Maris dress hat with roped black velvet accents.

Olor Teghorn Signer Arill Simsons Maris

The Eton Jacket and Ribbon Accessories

A vintage fashion note describes the Eton Jacket made with pom padour ribbon worn over white frocks. It highlights narrow and wide ribbon sashes with bows, and a straw or taffeta hat with white floral wreaths. all to vary a simple white dress’s look.

Eton

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