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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1948
Page
3
In tender memory of my dear dadty Charlie Ashley Garner who departed June 22 1936. He leaves nine children and wife who need him dearly. Our loved one was taken and we hope to meet him in that calm home. Edith Garner Roanoke Ri. The largest boxing gate receipt was 2 630 000 in 1927 when Gene Tunney beat Jack Dempsey.
A memorial notice from the daughter Mrs. Roland Walston of Halifax North Carolina mourns the death of Asheley Samuel Garner on June 22 1936. It notes his passing while emphasizing he was not forgotten by his wife nine children and thirteen grandchildren who miss him. Jesus loved him more.
Halifax County Four-H rally at Borden School judged contests and dress revues. Winners in district contests will represent Halifax at the Washington North Carolina district meet today. Winners include Reenan Smith Dorotha Scott in girls demonstration and Esth er Wade Clementine Fenner in the next category. Regents Cotton led junior and senior scores. Ruth Scott Lanell Johnson won in their divisions.
A brief report on the County Council financial status followed by an open forum discussing summer activities. Mrs Jimmie Edwards, Home Agent of Rocky Mount, presented prizes to the contest winners.
Miss Peggy Westbrook of Durham visits sister Mrs A D Waters Jr. The U S Navy P2O NOP une long distance record of 11 220 miles from 1946 stands unchallenged. Between 10 000 and 12 009 North Carolina 4 H Club youth expected at a week long camp. Mrs George Lewis of Elizabeth City visits sister Mrs T Wilson.
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