Open Secret Editorial on Roanoke Rapids Politics
The Scotland Neck Commonwealth a July 24 1936 editorial critiques Roanoke Rapids for political disunity and praises Scotland Neck's organization. It recalls Roanoke Rapids past unity in city growth and warns of future shifts as the town seeks a stronger political voice within Halifax County.
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Scotland Neck Commonwealth
Roanoke Rapids
Herald of
McDonald
Scotland Neck
Herald
Halifax County
Hollister
the Herald
Roanoke Rapids Vote Pledge Questioned by Scotland Neck Editor
Our civic hopes and past votes for Roanoke Rapids blend with Scotland Neck editor Bumps Madry's critique in his final issue. He challenges Roanoke Rapids for past unity talk and the 10 to 1 McDonald bid, noting the town’s gradual political drift.
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Roanoke Rapids
Dr. McDonald
Scotland Neck
Bumps
Madry
Those Thankless Jobs
The notice reports the resignation of Dr. John Martin from the post of City Health Officer after years of service without charge. It praises his unselfish work and notes the new holder will inherit the hard tasks already completed. The piece thanks Dr. Martin for his lengthy, thankless duties.
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John Martin
Martin
Dr. Martin
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