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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1919
Page
1
The corpse of Corbitt W. Cannon was recovered under the coast line bridge over the Meherrin River at Emporia. The body was discovered by Ed Brown’s young son during a routine river search. Local authorities are investigating the circumstances.
The body of Corbitt W Cannon, missing since December 29 1918 from Emporia Virginia, was found in the Meherrin River under the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad bridge by a boy and companion while fishing. A coroner's jury found he fell from the Florida Special train while crossing a bridge near Emporia. The death was mourned by Rosemary and local friends as his widow grieved. a memorial Baptist service followed.
A Friday evening benefit in the Masonic hall hosted by the Order of the Eastern Star featured lily and fern decor, music, and refreshments arranged by Mrs. Fred Peck and Mrs. W. P. Taylor. About $75 was raised for the Orphanage Educational Fund, surpassing the $50 quota.
We acknowledge with heartfelt thanks the many friends who conferred favors during our recent bereavement. The kindness will not be erased from our minds. Sincerely Mrs. W R Williams and family Rosemary NC
Carolina Lodge No. 225 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows marked its 100th anniversary at Rosemary with a meeting last Monday night. Henry A. Dennis of the Henderson Daily Dispatch spoke on a century of Odd Fellowship in America noting 2.5 million members and broader service opportunities. After the address, refreshments were served and an informal smoker followed.
The Roanoke Rapids Choral Club gave its first public concert at Central School Auditorium directed by Stanley White with Miss Roberta Crews as accompanist. The program featured songs by the club and guests, plus a brief note on Victory Garden planting by local students and the ongoing school garden effort led by Miss Jennie Whitaker.
One of the prettiest home marriages is that of Charles D. Williams of Roanoke Rapids North Carolina and Lucille Collins of Cape Charles Virginia. The ceremony occurred Monday at 3:30 PM at the bride's home on North Randolph Avenue with Rev. Dr. James Manning Dunaway officiating. The couple planned to travel to Portsmouth and Roanoke Rapids then to Richmond and Washington before settling in Norfolk at 216 West Freeman Street after May 10.
Entertainment at Hawkins Chapel School on April 25 earned praise for a well prepared program by Miss Mozelle Collier and Miss Myrtle Green. Rev. Wm. Towe urged six hundred dollars annual support for five years to fund missionary work. Commencement at Aurelian Springs set for May 15 and 16 with a Friday play to benefit the school and Friday night exercises free to the public.
Next Sunday in the Second Sunday after Haster services include 9 45 Sunday School and Adults Bible Class 11 o clock Holy Communion and sermon 815 evening service and sermon Choir rehearsal Wednesday 8 Mr Lehmans Cottage Service Friday 730 P M Public warmly invited
Sunday near noon Forshee and Tanner quarrelled over nine dollars. Forshee jailed for contempt after a disputed settlement offer. John Putney, drunk and disorderly, paid fines. A major fight at Rosemary saw Betsy Foote struck with a brick wielded by Mary Francis Alston. Frances remains jailed in Halifax after issues with a bowsman.
Baptist Church lists Rev T S Crutchfield as pastor and preacher for both morning and evening services. Sunday School at 9 45 A M with W Hancock superintendent. Evening service at 8 30 P M Rev J D Moore and B Y P A secretary participate. Men’s Bible class Tuesday evening. Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8 30.
Sunday School at 10 00 A M led by W W Woodruff Supt Services at 11 00 A M and 815 P M with preaching by Rev C M Lance in the morning and the pastor in the evening The topic is The Evidences of Christian Gratitude A short church conference business session follows the night service Prayer meeting Wednesday at 815 PM All are urged to attend for matters needing attention
Pastor Rev Charles M Lance leads Sunday School at 2 45 AM with Supt F C Hege and morning sermon by Rev Eugene C Few. Evening service at 8 15 PM. Epworth League meets 7 30 PM. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8 PM. All are cordially invited to these services.
Mrs. Chas. M. Lance spends week with mother in Clinton. Miss Mattie Baird visits Norfolk friends. Jas. G. Jordan of Henderson and J. H. Gosney of Raleigh in town. J. T. H. Moore of New Bern in town. Mrs. J. P. Hewitt hosts relatives in Goldsboro. J. P. Oliver of New York visits. Ruth Fleming returns from Raleigh after mother's illness. T. M. Meacham of Pittsburgh spends Friday in town. All Saints Little Candidates Class hosted by Mrs. J. P. Hewitt. Infant grandson of R. C. Britton dies. buried at Potecast. father in France. Rev. C. M. Lance and Rev. E. C. Few exchange services. Mrs. Alice Dicker of Rosemary and R. H. Gay of Seaboard wed at Methodist Parsonage. They will live in Rosemary. L. S. Chesson of Henderson in town.
The Presbyterian Church lists Rev. Stanley White as pastor and Mrs. A L Clark as organist. Services include Sunday School at 10:00 A M Morning Service 11:00 A M Evening Service 5:00 P M Prayer Meeting 8:15 P M and a Young Peoples Meeting 4:00 P M on Friday. A cordial invitation is extended to all to attend these services.
Rosemary Baptist Church led by Rev. A. G. Carter invites participation in Sunday school at 10:00 morning service at 11:00 with the sermon Why should people join the Church and an 8:00 evening service on Watchman what of the night Followed by a church conference Wednesday at 8:00 All who can are welcome to take part in all services.
The Tuesday night Bible class at the Baptist Church invites all men to attend next Tuesday at 8:30 in the Baraca Room. The revival war bond and memorial themes are noted as vital, with remembrance for those laid to rest under the sod, including Nannie E. Pigg.
A very important meeting of the Red Cross will be held at the Red Cross rooms next Monday at 4 P.M. All members are urgently requested to attend.
Roanoke Rapids notes show Mrs L S Mosher of Norfolk visiting, several residents traveling to Richmond Tarboro and Tar, and various locals visiting relatives. Miss Geneva Merritt resigned Roanoke Mills Post, Rosa Moody hired Roanoke Mills, and many families spanning Henderson Richmond Norfolk Enfield and Scotland Neck make weekend trips and medical visits.
Readers who have not received their Red Cross Magazine copies should notify Mrs. J. A. Moore so the matter can be addressed promptly.
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