Roanoke Rapids Urges Christmas Aid for RAF and North Sea Patrol
In a World War II era call to action, Roanoke Rapids residents are asked to donate chocolate bars and canned fruit for Royal Air Force fliers and sailors in the North Sea Patrol. A committee plans a citywide drive culminating Friday December 13 1940 at the Fire Department building.
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Old England
England
Germany
Greece
Roanoke Rapids
Royal Air Force
North Sea Patrol
North Sea
U. S
Two Boys Leave Halifax for Year of Army Training
Jacob Lampley and Clarence Loomis depart Halifax County Friday at 10 25 AM for a year of army training. A farewell at 9 30 AM at the Municipal Building marks a community rite as the first to enlist in a wider allusion to future mobilizations.
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Jacob Lampley
Clarence Loomis
Halifax County
We Will Hope They Return as Strong Loyal Americans
The passage expresses a hope that young Americans will return strong in body and mind as good citizens ready to defend the country. It emphasizes their heritage and views this as the only hope for the future.
Clerk Hux Praised by Halifax County Officials and Public
The Halifax County Clerk of the Superior Court A Leonidas Hux receives unanimous praise from the County Board of Commissioners and widespread commendation from jurists and citizens. The 1940 report highlights his honesty, efficiency and hospitality, noting his renomination as secretary of the North Carolina Clerks State Association.
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Halifax County
County Board of Commissioners
A. Leonidas Hux
Halifax
North Carolina
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