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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
2
State, national, and world events summarized in brief form. Key topics include political developments, economic updates, international relations, and notable incidents, with emphasis on dates, places, and principal actors.
Pan American Union head in Washington calls a Western hemisphere treaty urgent to secure peace and uphold the Monroe doctrine. Reports of Kansas City rail strike unrest escalate toward possible state troop intervention. Electrocution of a boy in Illinois. War surplus disposition assumed by Assistant Secretary Crowell. Diplomatic chatter from Copenhagen, Moscow, and Dublin as leaders discuss Peace Conference roles and revolutionary upheavals in Bulgaria and Russia. German naval buildup and propaganda appear, with US debates on sinking ships and league of nations. Wilson urges joint action, warning no single power can solve all world problems. Royal castle in Koblenz guarded. German troops blamed for Front losses.
A compact survey of key happenings across Raleigh and the state, detailing political actions, legislative shifts, and notable developments as reported for Herald readers. Highlights include government moves, public milestones, and regional activity shaping North Carolina affairs.
Doings and Happenings That Mark the Progress of North Carolina gathered around the state capital report that Secretary of State J Bevan Grimes turned over eight million in the treasury with taxes for the two year period ending November 30 1918. It notes automobile registrations $422 709 74 and 2 800 autos 1 407 motor cycles in operation as of the end of the automotive year. The report covers land purchases in the South and a plan to identify lands by county township and nearest market post office. It also celebrates North Carolinagains in farm values and crop totals while reporting a fatal accidental shooting at Rex Hospital and the governor thanking retiring boards for service. New corporations are listed and a local effort reports Saving $9 024 in food during an influenza era contest.
The article describes machine shearing as efficient for inexperienced workers, noting a machine under $12 can boost wool yield and speed. After fleece removal, remove dust, bundle with wool twine, and pack in wool sacks for shipment to a commission firm or direct sale to buyers. It also mentions large amounts of potatoes wasted in the United States annually and ends with a hopeful closing to receiver James Montgomery.
Mr J M Broughton appointed receiver for J B Befarah operated stores in Raleigh at The Princess 112 Fayetteville Street The Specialty Shop 125 Fayetteville Street and the Raleigh Bargain House on Martin Street a wholesale jobbing business Judge Conor of Wilson made the appointment pending bankruptcy. Mr J Ja Immanuel named general manager by Broughton to run operations.
A November monthly report by Revenue Agent Vanderfand of Greensboro details activity by the fifth district raiders. It notes 75 blockades, others hauling untaxed whiskey, and a government sale of a transportable untaxed whiskey vehicle. The report also mentions a Liberty Savings Bank project in Wilmington, a shipyard leadership change, and an automobile sale. An airplane incident near Greensboro leaves two men uninjured after a misrouted route. Community events include Knights Templar services in Gastonia and a Christmas city observance.
Governor T W Bickett spent the day in Salisbury promoting a million dollar endowment for North Carolina Baptist schools and colleges. Despite bad weather and influenza fears, First Baptist Church filled as Dr C A Owens led a quick fundraiser, raising 3050 of the 5000 goal.
New Hanover officials push a bill to bond a modern Cape Fear river ferry connecting Wilmington and Brunswick County. If enacted the two counties would share costs and own the ferry property, charter, and assets, with Wilmington bearing a third of the expense alongside New Hanover and Brunswick counties.
Reports from Wilmington outline Mrs LeMassena of Baltimore pressing sheriff to extradite Mrs Alan Nichols for alleged embezzlement of about $30,000 while acting as a financial manager. The narrative includes gossip on social life, a London article about Mrs Nichols with doughboys, and notes on a nurse exam, airplane sales, and local court staff changes.
A column in Girl's Companion warns against distracted driving. It argues that drivers who talk to back-seat occupants betray caution and risk accidents, noting that even careful drivers can be led astray by inattention and arrogance on the road. It urges readers to keep their focus on the path ahead.
A report notes widespread mischief around a recommendation related to railway mileage protests. Ninety two percent of the country’s mileage faces criticism, with natives and regional groups voicing objections and questioning the guidance.
The Association of Railway Executives declares there is sufficient time under the current act to fully study the railroad situation and devise a plan just to the country, shippers, and the public while protecting security holders and employees. Thomas DeWitt Cuyler releases the statement on behalf of the group, urging no immediate government control until January 1921 would prevent delay and demoralization of the industry.
Rear Admiral Charles J. Badger told the House Naval Affairs Committee that the general board aims to raise the American Navy to par with any nation by 1925. He urged sufficient Congress funding, noting world conditions require ongoing naval expansion and that navies will lead a future league of nations as the United States provides a large share of the international police force.
Chicago report notes the American Public Health Association adjourned without a definite plan for influenza control. Divergent views led to distributing all medical data from the discussions with explanations that different epidemics require separate treatments. Dr Charles J Hastings remarks the best available data are at hand while authorities show wide disagreement.
Stockholm dispatch reports cavalry regiments under General Laquixt stationed at Potsdam and entering Berlin to swear allegiance to the current government until the national assembly convenes. General Lequist also swore loyalty, easing fears and improving the situation.
London reports the British army plans to auction off about 750000 horses amid heavy losses in 1915 1916 and 1918 from fighting and bombing. The army also holds 1000 mules in England unwanted by the public. A printed note adds a potato butter recipe using mashed potatoes and butter as a cheap nutritious alternative.
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