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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1933
Page
10
The speaker argues Jesus focused on deeds over doctrine and would spread his healing and helping in daily life. He notes Jesus healed the lame, gave sight, fed the hungry, and touched people through parsonage-style acts, not sermons alone, often in marketplaces and crowded centers.
Mrs. Bertha Matthews wife of Principal W C Matthews of Aurelia Springs died April 26 after brief illness. Services were held at home and Olive Branch Methodist Church with Rev W C Wilson Rev D M Sharpe and Rev S J Starnes officiating. She was a beloved Halifax and Harnett County figure noted for artistry in painting and hospitality at her home. Her death marks the loss of a community minded woman who influenced local life and values.
Mrs. Matthews lived as a mother to students and faculty at Aurelia Springs High School for years and remained a loyal Mt. Tabor Methodist Church member. Survived by husband Prof. V. C. Matthews daughter Dorothea mother Mrs. Della Matthews and siblings Sadie Dodd Ora Moss Flossie Matthews Kyle Matthews Maylon Matthews.
May Term Superior Court opened May 1 with Judge Frank A. Daniels and Solicitor Burgwyn presiding. Several cases were continued or aliased for capias and orders extended. Pleas or verdicts included guilty pleas in storebreaking and larceny cases, with sentences to hard labor and road work, and several murder and theft cases resolved with not guilty verdicts or continued proceedings.
A miniature tale recounts a small child left to care for a baby. The child calls for blotting paper to soak up spilled ink and plans to cause the baby to drink ink to “save his life.” The scene unfolds with humor in a stationery store interaction.
Jurors found the defendant not guilty of manslaughter but guilty of canning a concealed weapon. The case adjourned Wednesday morning with the next term set to convene June 5.
M. M. Wilson of McDowell County reports seven dairy cows bring in a net income of 20 dollars each week.
Tobacco growers who tried straw covering for their beds this season report excellent results. Local producers note reduced soil moisture loss and healthier stand, suggesting straw mulch as a practical season improvement.
A Seattle woman reports dropping from 156 to 110 pounds using Kruschen Salts, claiming renewed health and youthfulness. She notes a 4 week regimen with one half teaspoonful daily in hot water, promising safety, vitality, and beauty with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
An American weekly feature outlines brutal interrogation tactics used by Russian police. It details how confessions are alleged to be coerced and describes the risks for detainees. The piece frames the practice as a systemic abuse in law enforcement.
A historic health note promotes 666 Liquid tablets and 666 Salve as a complete cold treatment. It claims internal use of liquid or tablets and external use of salve to relieve symptoms.
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