Scouts Sell Pledges for War Bonds in Fifth Drive
Troop 57 of Scotland Neck raised 34000 in pledges during the Fifth War Loan Drive. Five members secured 30000 of the total amount and prizes were awarded by a citywide bond rally for top collectors. Scoutmaster George Pope praised the troop’s effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scotland Neck
Land Neck
Boycouts of America
Douglas Temple, III
Jimmy Wilkinson
J. D. AsMard
George Pope
Mrs John Sherrod Hosts Bridge Club in Enfield
Mrs John M Sherrod entertained the Wednesday Evening Club at her home Sherrod Heights with a bridge gathering. Ice cream and cake followed the game for guests including Mrs George Randolph Mrs Hugh Sherrod Mrs Leonard Matthews Miss Dorothy Harrison Mrs A S Harrison and many others.
Mrs. Nettie Epps Dies After Illness in Roanoke Rapids
Mrs. Nettie Epps widow of Gus Epps died at Roanoke Rapids Hospital on July 10 after a six day illness. Surviving are four sons Lloyd Ruben and Ira Epps and Sgt Millard Epps U S Marine Corps all listed, and one daughter Mrs C M Hurst of Ahoskie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nettie Epps
Gus Epps
Roanoke Rapids Hospital
Lloyd and
Ruben Epps
City
Ira Epps
Fof Gaston
Sgt
Millard Epps
U.S. Marine Corps
Crane, Ind
C. M. Hurst
Ahoskie
Braswell Completes Basic Flying Course at Gardner Field
Aviation Cadet Robert Clifton Braswell of the 44 H class has finished basic flying training at Gardner Field California and Army Air Forces Pilot School. He will attend advanced flying school to complete pilot training and then receive a commission as a Flight Officer or Second Lieutenant. He is the son of Mrs Mamie Braswell of Roanoke Rapids and worked in a local mill before service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Clifton Braswell
Gardner Field
Cal
Army Air Forces Pilot School
Army Air Forces Training Command
Army of the United States
Mamie Braswell
Henry Street
Roanoke Rapids
Board Issues Certificates for New Tires in Halifax County
The Halifax County Rationing Board issued certificates for new tires including Passenger Grade I holders Z. E. Mahorn and Mrs. Zinnie King, plus numerous firms such as Newsom Oil Co. and Halifax Paper Co. Also listing Passenger Grade II holders Charlie W. Clements and Dewey C. Vincent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax County Rationing Board
C. G. Caravan
Newsom Oil Co
Woodrow Wilson
White Motors, Inc
J. S. Turner & Son
Halifax Paper Co
D. E. Iles
Z. E. Mahorn
Weldon Farm Implement
Firman Myrick
John H. Faulcon
Claude Meares
J. D. House
T. O. Wilson
H. E. Engle
Herbert Moore
C. A. Wyche
John N. Carr
J. B. Thomason
R. P. Allen
C. F. Ogletree
Viola Pearce
Lillian Shell
Gaston Oliver
Curtis Jenkins
A. C. Culbret
Charlie W. Clements
Dewey C. Vincent
Thomas Major
Jenkins Resigns From Roanoke Rapids Police Post
R. D. Jenkins resigns after about a year with the Roanoke Rapids police force effective today. He will join Virginia Tours and relocate to Richmond at an early date, per Chief Dobbins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. D. Jenkins
Roanoke Rapids
Dobbins
Jenkins
Virginia Tours
Richmond
War Bonds Urged for Nation and Community
The editor appeals to readers to buy War Bonds, citing funding for planes and munitions, relief from inflation, and future goods, while presenting bonds as a safe, profitable investment and a stake in the United States' strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States of America
BSA District Outs outing at Halifax District meeting
Halifax District Committee of the Boy Scouts held its monthly meeting at the Country Club with District Chairman Clyde Liske presiding. Guests included Herbert Stuckey and J. A. Gaskins. Stuckey reported on region six and East Carolina Council progress while Gaskins discussed the Council budget and district operations. Mac Rae Faison presented the Halifax District proposed budget for the Scout year 1945.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halifax
Boy Scouts
Country Club
Clyde Liske
Herbert Stuckey
J. A. Gaskins
Wilson
Stuckey
East Carolina
East Carolina Council. Scout Executive J. A. Gaskins
MacRae Faison
Do FALSE TEETH Rock Slide or Slip FASTEETH Powder
FASTEETH powder sprays on upper or lower plates to hold false teeth firmly in place. It prevents sliding or rocking and leaves no gummy taste. The alkaline non acid formula does not sour and helps stop denture breath. Available at drug stores.
Also Mentioned on This Page
John Sherrod
Tennegree
American Medical Association
Council On Physical Therapy
E. D. Harbour
Optometrist
Roanoke Ave
Roanoke Rapids, N
Anelati
Alo
Inflaton
T. J. Alford
Roanoke Rapids, N.C
BSA
Rochelle Realty CO
P. O. Box
Seiberling
Ted
Esso Station
Ted Davis
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