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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
11
The Roanoke Rapids editorial praises the victory against 242, credits a 2,900 citizen petition for swaying legislators, and urges unity to move forward. It honors those who worked for the city and calls for strong turnout to support the local team and future progress.
The issue reprints editorials from Halifax County papers praising R. Hunter Pope of Eng field for his stance on the Roanoke Rapids measure. Editors note the support came before outcomes were known and urge readers to meet Pope and his family, described as worth knowing.
The Roanoke Rapids Fire Department hosts a show titled Ghost House at Roanoke Rapids High School on Friday night March 31 with proceeds supporting the department.
A public safety note warns children about dangers of kite flying near electric lines. It explains avoid wire or tinsel strings, keep distance from power lines, and not pull down entangled kites. If entangled, contact the electric company for safe removal. Wet strings increase shock risk. Parents should teach this advice.
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