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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1946
Page
6
The Halifax County Superior Court jury for a two week term opening Monday June 3 has been drawn. Names include W L Liles Jr and H B Isles Butterwood W A Kitchin Scotland Neck C B Thomas Weldon and others from Roanoke Rapids Palmyra Brinkleyville Conoconero and Enfield with jurors J O Carter J H Matkins Jr J T Harris and more.
A roster of individuals includes R G Phelps Palmyra J M Knight Brinkleyville A S Rodgers Palmyra Staton Butler Roanoke Rapids J A Alston Weldon Paul Keeter Enfield W E Hawkins Littleton William Liles Littlton H B Lee Roanoke Rapids J D Askew Roanoke Rapids J B Jones Jr Scotland Neck Matthew Harris Halifax Wade L Mizelle Palmyra John Blake Roanoke Rapids I S Hale Littleton Ernest C Camp Roanoke Rapids Robert Rusbon Palmyra Peyton Randolph Enfield J J Williams Brinkleyville J R Dickens Faucatt s Henry Campbell Palmyra I M Lewis Brinkleyville D B Harrison Palmyra Thomas Braswell Ensi A W Rogers Roanoke Rapids R S Brown Enfield Herbert Edwards Roanoke Rapids B F Wiley Jr Enfield Roy Lilly Conoconero Eugene H Wood Enfield.
A writer jokes that when a catchy phrase becomes vanity fuel it belongs in the wastebin rather than in print, noting the urge to dismiss overblown wording as soon as it charms the ear.
A compact note notes that opposition often preserves a habit of arguing against power even when the opposing side has correct points. The piece highlights the tension between principle and practical alignment with justice.
Public sale under a Halifax County North Carolina judgment will occur May 20 1946 at 11:00 am in Roanoke Rapids. Commissioner W B Allsbrook will auction one vacant lot No 929 fronting Hamilton Street 30 feet by 140 feet to an alley. Other parcels include five vacant lots Nos 109 111 113 180 530 on Roanoke Avenue 25 feet by 140 feet to an alley.
The Superior Court lists Sabo Tors and a large group of stockholders and wives as plaintiffs in a case involving Roanoke Avenue Development Company Inc and related entities. Named parties include C A Wyche W J Long J T Chase and multiple family members as trustees and administrators with interests in Roanoke Rapids Properties Inc and associated trusteeships.
W C Myrick of Littleton North Carolina is named administrator of the estate of Mariah Foots, deceased formerly of Fairfax County. Creditors must present claims by April 24 1947 and all debts should be settled promptly. The notice is dated April 24 1946 and Otis J Reynolds is attorney for the administrator.
Lois Stansbury Stainback sues Loyd Green Stainback for absolute divorce on statutory grounds. Plaintiff must be served within 30 days from May 15 1946 and respond by June 27 1946. Filed April 23 1946 by Clerk George A. Hux.
Under an order of the Halifax County Superior Court in a special proceeding titled T S Brown, administrator of P E Brown, deceased, versus Joe B Brown et al, signed by Clerk George A Hux, the appointed Commissioner is instructed to act. The text notes the commissioner’s appointment and authority to carry out the required actions in the estate matter.
On Friday May 31 1946 at 12 Noon in front of the Bank of Halifax Littleton NC the commissioner will offer for cash to the highest bidder but subject to court confirmation three land tracts in Littleton Township Halifax County NC totaling 63 Acres more or less. The sale deposits 10 percent cash. Commissioner Kelly Jenkins signs.
W J Collier of Route 1 Littleton announces his candidacy for the Halifax County representative seat in the General Assembly subject to the Democratic primary on May 25 1946 Halifax County voters are urged to support him in the upcoming election
Voter message from Julian R. Allsbrook announcing candidacy for State Senator from Halifax County subject to the Democratic Primary on May 25, 1946. He appeals for support and votes from Halifax County voters.
R L Applewh announces candidacy for state senator from Halifax County subject to the Democratic primary on March 25 1946. He asks for votes and support from party members and the electorate.
A campaign plea urging votes for W. O. Bill Thompson for Judge of the Halifax County Recorder’s Court in the Democratic Primary on May 25 1946 with a request for support.
The message calls Halifax County Democratic voters to nominate Chas Daniel for Judge of the Recorder's Court at the primary on May 25 1946 urging support and a vote from the party faithful.
Archie C. Gay, World War I veteran and long time community member, served in North China State Senate sessions in 1937 1941 and 1945 and held Northampton City House seat in 1931. A 25 year American Legion Post member he also led the School Commission from 1937 to 1941 and was President Pro Tem of the 1945 Senate. Your vote and support are appreciated.
Voters in Halifax County are urged to support F N Rowe for re election as coroner in the Democratic primary slated for May 25. The notice requests votes and backing to continue in the office.
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