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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1922
Page
5
Mrs Bowen describes a near catastrophe when a rat chewed matches in the cellar and sparked a fire that could have burned her home in Roanoke Rapids North Carolina. The tale underscores a rat control product advertised by Roanoke Pharmacy Co Patterson Store Co and Rosesmary.
Delinquent tax sale set for Monday January 20 before the Post Office in Rose mary NC. Property in Roanoke Rapids Township including G Gibson house and lot Gurking land Simmons land and others listed for tax sale with parcels in Tucker Fayed vey and Danie Newell areas. A second sale occurs February 6 1922 including uy Jones Hodges Town and Horner Town parcels under B B Glover D N Mabry control.
A trustee SALE is scheduled for February 6 1922 at 11 A M at the Halifax County court house door to settle a secured debt. The property comprises Lots 17 18 and 19 on Burton Street near Rosemary as described in Plot Book 2 Page 80 in the Halifax County Register of Deeds office. W L Long Trustee signs the notice January 6 1922 with four time notation ending -6-4t.
Fragmentary notes state Indian cotton cloth and textile use arose in India and spread to Arabia in the seventh century. It notes cotton was grown and manufactured in Spain in the tenth century and that full use did not arrive in olive countries until a later period.
A mixed slice of historical notes and reflections spans moral instruction through the Golden Rule, early Greek inscriptions, and writing directions. It mentions a birth day party with a dog, and details on culturing oyster spawn using shells in a brief, fragmentary fragment.
James Baxter of New Jersey touts RAT SNAP as a reliable home rodent trap in a testimonial advertisement. He claims spending about $3 yearly saves around $300 in chicks eggs and feed, noting the product is simple to use with breakable cake pieces. Sold and guaranteed by Roanoke Pharmacy Co and Patterson Store Co in North Carolina.
Readable fragments describe quail fest in Mineat area drawing crowds and noting a festival atmosphere. Mentions a grand event with a DL figure and a peasant's overdue pent at a high cost, reflecting local enthusiasm and expense.
The origin of Yankee Doodle is unclear with claims it was written by Edward Hanks between early times. The tone has been attributed to several countries, though Wheelish is cited as a source. The phrase was known in early periods though precise origins remain uncertain.
Immense annual losses occur as counterfeit or diverted products flood the market. The text notes substantial sums lost in the country due to illicit trade of essential chemicals and fuels, including specific substances such as sulphate derivatives benzines and toluene.
Emanuel Williams administrator of the estate of Emanuel Knms wed of Halifax County, NC, calls all claimants to present claims by January 20, 1923. Debts owed to the estate should be paid promptly. Dated January 1, 1922.
An article sketches a towering column of condensed milk equaling 1100 feet, topped by space for battalions. It notes October birthstone lore with agate and jacinth, jewel care tips, and a pearl duplicating business along the Riviera. It also discusses coal as the main U S power source and Siamese royal wealth and luxuries.
The text explains how hair is examined under a microscope to reveal peculiarities distinguishing individuals. It notes variability in hair color, thickness from coarse to fine, and the shape of the hair shaft as round or oval with rings. It mentions that certain races exhibit distinctive hair types.
The text notes straws can be used to give liquids to ill children who cannot be moved. It contrasts glass tubes as fragile and suggests a bundle of straws, like those at soda fountains, as a low cost alternative.
The piece urges proper eye care, warning against bright light and weak eyes. It cites a cartoon dialogue about vanity and vanity’s limits, then notes the origin of London’s name and finally mentions life in deep seas lacking animal life due to hydrogen sulfide and oxygen levels.
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