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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1931
Page
1
A narrator boasts a decisive victory as 1,289 voters cast ballots in the North Ward. The piece praises supporters, rejects harsh talk, and ends by noting the issue price at one penny with a sign-off promising the regular Thursday issue.
Dean of Men Thomas Arkle Clark recalls old ideas about reforming a partner through marriage. He cites a Norse tale of Gudbrand and his wife who prosper by accepting each other as they are, with the wife approving every prudent misstep of her husband.
Temple University star athlete Tuner, noted for scoring in 146 games over seven years and captaining the football squad last season, has been named future baseball captain. Alice Hurd of Bridgeport, Ohio, waited 70 years to find the right partner and soon pledged marriage.
Roanoke Rapids voters turned out in record numbers for a special election to extend city limits. A massive, organized effort resulted in high turnout, with 2,206 of 2,324 for city extension and 118 against, a wide majority in favor.
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