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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1941
Page
2
Editorial urges immediate national mobilization to arm, train and equip a five million strong army, expand naval and air power, and convert industry into war production. It warns that victory requires unity, sacrifice, and a long hard grind through 1943 to a two-ocean navy by 1945, with bed rock facts guiding every citizen.
More than a hundred former textile mill workers now serving in the U S armed forces will receive a Christmas bonus in cash from their former employers. The mills traced each man’s location to mail checks, a gesture reflecting both Christmas generosity and patriotic duty.
Roanoke Rapids and Halifax County organize Civilian Defense under A L Hux as county chairman and Mayor Kelly Jenkins for the city. Hundreds of citizens are planned for active duty as towns prepare for possible invasion and disaster along the East Coast of North Carolina.
Citizens in Roanoke Rapids and Halifax County commit to readiness training despite early civilian defense efforts. The message urges alertness and proper drills, warning that if an attack comes, communities must be prepared, while hoping no incident occurs.
The Roanoke Rapids Chapter finishes its annual drive with $2,800 of a $2,000 quota. A new War Relief drive sets a $4,000 quota to double past gifts. The Red Cross asks immediate donations to fund war work, noting the nation is at war with Japan and the Axis. Every contribution supports war relief.
A Fort Bragg letter from a soldier laments civilian judgment of soldiers based on a few misdeeds and asks for support as war is declared. He hopes to date a nice girl despite bad talk and notes USO as a bright spot while fearing the war’s impact. He seeks better civilian understanding to spur his resolve.
Defense xBonds quiz discusses safeguarding children's future through Defense Savings Bonds. Treasury notes voluntary support for national defense, without high pressure. Purchase options include post offices banks and savings institutions. stamps now sold at retail stores.
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