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Roanoke Rapids Herald

Location

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1933

Page

13

Calendar of Recorder's Court Sends Mixed Judgments This Week

Twelve cases heard in Recorder's Court featured liquor and drunken driving charges, with several continuances. Warrick received a $50 fine and three month license suspension. Bullock and Mayo were found guilty. Manning was sentenced to six months with road work, suspended for two years on good behavior and costs.

Recorder's Court R. G. Daniel L. E. Warrick James Bullock Bud Taylor Millard Lee W. J. Melvin Daisy Parks W. L. Philan Sarah Harris John Mayo Arthur Manning George Mitchell Gary J. Melvin Mayo Mitchell

Last Attempt 242 Ends as Local Bill Dies in Senate

Taylor arose as fear of forgetfulness gripped him and he read his motion to reconsider and call the previous question. The motion failed 32 to 38 with a slim quorum present. S. B. 242 by Senator T. W. M. Long lingered and died, buried among bills born of selfishness and malice. Requiem in Peace.

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Renovize Philadelphia Campaign Spurs Home Upgrades

Residents pledge over 18 million dollars for property improvements in six months under the Renovize Philadelphia plan. Campaign leaders say every dollar in circulation multiplies twenty five times in a year, forecasting new business around 450 million dollars. An illustration shows an attic upgraded with pressed wood walls and a cushioned wood block floor.

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Petty Crime Report Details Local Store Breakins

Police tightened a drag net after Wednesday night thefts at Roses 5 and 10 Store on Roanoke Avenue and a filling station owned by W F Joyner. Loot did not exceed 20 dollars with a safe breach suspected. culprits fled through the back door. Mayor Jenkins commented that Roanoke Rapids has few robberies, with only Leggett’s Dept Store loot standing out.

Roanoke Avenue J. Q. Hofler Altho W. F. Joyner Ninth Street North Ward Jenkins Roanoke Rapids Leggett’s Dept

Child Injured in Crash Below

A child sustained a broken leg and head injuries after a collision. The impact left the youngster badly bruised and shaken, with minor lacerations. Details on the incident and hospital condition were not disclosed.

Kiwanis Meeting Welcomes Guests in County Session

Scotland Neck Rocky Mount and Tarboro guests attend Kiwanis meeting as S W Enloe opens and Noah Garrett lieutenant governor of the Sixth district takes over audience reports on the event.

Scotland Neck Rocky Mount Tarboro S. W. Enloe Ahoskie Club Noah Garrett

Community entertainment lineups chaired by local leaders

Dr. B. Roland Wagner led the event. S. A. Lipscomb Jr. oversaw entertainment features with each club presenting a short program. Carroll Wilson from Roanoke Rapids served as general program chairman.

S. A. Lipscomb, Jr Carroll Wilson Roanoke Rapids

World's Smallest Mother to Visit City This Week

Dolletta, claimed as the world’s smallest mother at 28 inches tall and 37 pounds, visits Roanoke Rapids with two children. She toured Mayo Clinic and has been featured by Ripley in Believe It Or Not. She will be in the South Ward opposite Smiths Filling Station through Saturday night.

Colletta Weldon Altho Colletta Robert Ripley Roanoke Rapids Mayo Brothers Clinic Rochester Minn Colcetta Ripley

Notice of Resale of Roanoke Rapids Property

A public auction is scheduled in Roanoke Rapids Halifax County North Carolina for two lots numbers 30 and 32 on Walnut Street with all improvements. The sale by trustee A L Clark follows default on a December 16 1929 deed of trust by J O Turner and Ellen Turner. The high bidder must pay cash. Sale date May 27 1933 at noon.

J. O. Turner Ellen Turner A. L. Clark Register of Deeds Halifax County Citizens Bank & Trust Company Roanoke Rapids N. C North Carolina Towit Walnut Street Roanoke Rapids Power Company the Register of Deeds A. D

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