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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1914
Page
4
Mark, hungry and hopeful, pleads for a chance to work as a night crew faces harsh officials and a rough gang. The Swede, Frenchman, and others push hard for labor while Mark seeks proof of his usefulness and a slot in the sow plant crew.
In a rugged wartime recruitment scene a diverse group of recruits faces harsh selection. Mark, eager to prove his mettle, joins Houlaban’s squad as he receives his service card and steps into the army of steel. The narrative follows discipline, ranks, and the camaraderie of the new soldiers under firm oversight.
W HL Ware of Scotland Neck announces candidacy for the office of Treasurer in the Halifax County Democratic Primary set for Thursday August 6, 19. He seeks support from all good men in the county.
In Halifax County, W T Clement announces his candidacy for Clerk of the Superior Court in the Democratic Primary set for August 11. He notes the early primary prevents personal voter reach and asks for support, stating he belongs to no faction and pledges to serve to the satisfaction of all if nominated and elected. Enfield, July 14, 1914.
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