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Roanoke Rapids Herald in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

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Roanoke Rapids Herald

Location

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 16, 1946

Page

3

New Household Gadgets From Cities Stir Consumer Interest

A wave of new items heads to homes including jet propelled dishwashers and air purifiers with sterilizing claims. Detroit announces a two way scale with interchangeable trays and Minneapolis lists coffee pots with enhanced strength, a self sealing pressure cooker and an advanced electric iron. Chicago previews deluxe ranges with automatic roast sensors while Louisville tests reusable aluminum freezer containers.

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Two days of starvation diet sparks life extension talk

The remark notes a brief period of fasting and light rest as a joke about improving longevity and self control. It reflects a playful, satirical take on dietary fasting and health trends.

Three Local Men Enlist In The Navy In Raleigh

R. E. Butts Dewey L. Brake and R. M. T. Myrich of Roanoke Rapids were enlisted in the U S Navy at Raleigh last week, announced by G E Jackson local Navy Recruiter. Enlisting before October first makes them eligible for G I Bill benefits. Enlistments in the Naval Reserve for active service have been stopped, not affecting Inactive or Ready Reserve enlistments.

R. E. Butts Dewey L. Brake R. M. T. Myrich Roanoke Rapids U. S. Navy Raleigh G. E. Jackson Naval Reserve

Recruiting Office Open Fridays at Post Office Basement

The local Recruiting Office remains open each Friday in the Post Office basement to accept enlistments and provide information to men interested in a Navy career.

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