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Roanoke Rapids Herald

Location

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1920

Page

3

Valley of the Giants continues in Sequoia strife

Colonel Pennington clashes with Bryce Cardigan over a jump crossing on a logging line. Cardigan’s men seize the crossing at Water and B streets while Ogilvy leads a work gang. Pennington retaliates with a covert plan and a private army, as Shirley confronts her uncle and Bryce mobilizes police and reinforcements.

Sequoia Henry Shit Fey San Francisco Pennington Shirley Poundstones Bryce Cardigan Laurel Creek Saltreek Christendom Cardigan's Redwoods Shouidl Bryce Ogilvy Laguna Grande Lumber Company Woodsboas George Sea Oster Curtis Jim Harding Buck Ogilvy Buck Moira Old Cardigan Sonny Biryce Valley of the Giants Mother George Tol Lke George Sea Otter Napier Cardigan’s Log Landing Jin Jake Curtis Shanty Accon Cardigan Lagonda Grande Woods Woods Water Street Ti ‘Sire Cardigan's Drying Yard Col Seth Pennington Pennington |Ealily Colonel Pennington Buchanan P. Oglivy N.C Tam Betson Truss Sexton Rondeaux Poundstone Alec Sex Ieeker Colo Bock Humboldt County Brycy George Sea Olter Lagana Grande Lumber Company Jules Rondeau Pengton Uncle Seth N.C. O Water Portieres Grant's Pass Cardigan and Ogilvy Rondeau Bis Lita Laguna Grande Sam Perkins Perkins Mr. Cardigan Sam Sequala

Suspended Cash Payments and Bank Run of 1707

In a long-ago financial crisis England halted cash payments at the Bank of England during 1707 as a government bridge to avert insolvency. Demand for notes rose and prices spiked while coin hoarding and bank runs overwhelmed the system, prompting a government order to declare Bank of England notes legal tender until relief could be found.

England France Willes Bank of England Connell

Mongolians Known For Large Meat Diet And Tea Use

The article notes Mongolians eat large amounts of mutton often at a single sitting and add it to tea brewed from poor tea bricks. It mentions excessive tea drinking, up to about 20 cups daily, and explains irregular meal times with scarce water. Camel caravans transport blocks of tea and carry two large tubs seasonally.

Mongolia

Where the Shah Sits

A description of the Shah of Persia throne, crafted in pure white marble. It measures 18 feet by 10 feet, mounted on a platform with fourteen ivory pillars carved as figures, covered with gold leaf, and approached by a solid gold staircase.

Shah Persia

Winston-Salem Woman's Club Advocates Economy in Times of High Prices

The Winston-Salem Woman's Club adopts a policy endorsing sane economy, pledging to buy only essentials and avoid waste. Members vow to wear existing garments, avoid overcharging, and teach youths the basics of frugal living. Washington reports place Goldsboro's population at 11,206, up 85 percent.

Winston-Salem Woman's Club of Wmoen Washington Goldsboro N. C Census Bureau

Five Billion Dollar Federal Budget Totals Announced

Washington reports show roughly 4.87 billion dollars in appropriations by the sixty sixth Congress at session end June 6. Funds cover government expenses for the new fiscal year starting July 1 and deficiencies for the current year, with modest reductions in future department estimates.

Washington Congress Good House Appropriations Committee Congressional Winston-Salem Will Parker Drew Austin

Sugar and banking news lead North Carolina items

Sugar costs 15 cents a pound with 14,000 tons to be landed in New York for a Greensboro convening of 400 societies and 700 participants. The Farmers Bank and Trust Company opened June 1 with 75 000 dollars deposited by 100+ depositors.

Buenos Aires F. J. Stimson United States Argentina Greensboro Christian Endeavor North Carolina New York Walace Svhich Wallace Farmers Bank and Trust Company

Hundred Percent Wage Increase for Havana Telegraphers

Havana telegraph operators strike on the National Linen ends as management grants an almost one hundred percent wage increase. The move comes after several days of stoppage.

Havana

Mexican Diplomatic Rep Fernando Lora Moves to Sweden and Denmark

Mexico City reports Fernando Lora, named the Mexican diplomatic representative in Christiania on June 12, will also be named envoy to Sweden and Denmark while continuing duties in Norway, El Universal states.

Mexico City Fernando Lora Christiania Sweden Denmark Norway el Universal

Army Trans-Continental Convoy Heads to San Diego on 3960 Mile Run

The Army transcontinental motor convoy departed Washington to complete a 3,960 mile journey to San Diego via the Bankhead National Highway. It frames the move as a test of southern pathway for national security and economic progress.

Army Washington Army Transcontinental Motor Company San Diego Calif

Germany Delivers Vast Coal and Livestock to France

Reparation commission reports under Versailles, up to May 30, coal deliveries to France reach 4,686,000 tons with 405,000 tons to Luxemburg. Also listed are 6,647 horses and 40,720 cattle, 67 sheep, and 7,575 goats delivered.

France Luxemburg Germany

Paris Press Reflects on Republican Convention Action

Paris editors offer cautious comment on Chicago convention. The Echo de Paris criticizes party machine dominance over strong personalities and funds, noting the nominations receive most attention while direct appeals to the nation are limited.

Paris Chicago Pertinas Echo de Paris

Tennessee man Norman H. Davis named Under Secretary of State

Norman H. Davis of Tennessee was appointed by President Wilson to be Under Secretary of State and will assume duties immediately. He succeeds Frank Polk who resigned due to ill health. Davis previously served as assistant secretary of the treasury and was an adviser to the American peace delegation.

Washington Norman WH. David Tennessee Prankfont Wilson Prank L. Polk David

Madame Caruso Faces a Strain of Recent Events

The article details a sequence affecting Madame Caruso in Hampton, New York. It mentions a $500,000 jewel theft at her villa, threats of kidnapping her daughter, and a bomb explosion at a Havana theater, all linked to her current ordeal.

Madame Caruso Fast Hampton N. Y Barlea Caruso National Theater Havana

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