Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

We found your results!

Page 1

Roanoke Rapids Herald in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

We have 6,264,864 pages in North Carolina

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 22 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Roanoke Rapids Herald

Location

Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Nov 04, 1921

Page

1

Rosemary Personal and Local Items

Rosemary notes list frequent visitors and residents from Philadelphia Petersburg Alabam a and other states visiting Rosemary this week Delaware etc. Visitors include C H Parker E G Weaver M A McDonald G Blythe Morris W C Kinley Leland W Decker William Manning Capt T E Davis Dori Leach Fred Way F W Moore Minnie Johnston L R Allsbrook Bettie Sue Buffalo Ralph Deal Samuel Senie and others with social events like a Hallowe en party at Allyints Church and a wedding trip return of R J Wright and wife from New York City with home plans tor friends at Mrs Harry Welch home.

E. G. Weaver Petersburg Rosemary M. A. McDonald G. Blythe Morris Mount Live Julia P. Hewitt W. C. Kinley Charlotte Bernice Decker Northampton County Messrs C. C S. G. Wimh Greensboro Leland W. Decker Raleigh William Manning Boston Mass T. E. Davis Walnute Mary Dori Leach Richmond Fred Way F. W. Moore Baltimore Minnie Johnston L. R. Allsbrook North Bettie Sue Buffalo Ralph Deal Tarboro Samuel Senie New York City H. Huff Roanoke Ally Ints R. J. Wright Mey Rosemary Ater New York Harry Welch C. L. Nissen Winston Macon Stone Henderson G. E. Williams Job Taylor Lewis Mear Dora Ournagin Rocky Mount Pearl Louise Bain Mabel Hallie Stokes J. H. Harrison Robert Edmondson Tillery

Canning Club Wins Prizes At Wilson County Fair

Roanoke Rapids Canning Club members won multiple prizes at the Wilson County Fair. Winners include Alma Vaughn for canned products, Erma Cranwell for vegetables and fruit, Lula Brown for individual jars, May Belle Moseley for berries and peach preserves, Pauline St. Sing for field peas, Mrs. Buckner for okra and jams, Martha Daughtry for peach jam, and Thermon Underwood for scuppernong juice.

Roanoke Rapids Lula Brown May Bell Moseley Vashti Kennemur Pauline St. Sing G. E. Buckner May Belle Moseley Cox G. EB. Buckner Katie Merritt Martha Daughtry Daniel Sophronia Browning Lena Ward Pope Hitchin Thermon Underwood McGee

Halloween Entertainment at Presbyterian S S

The Philathea Class of the Presbyterian church hosted a Halloween event for the Men's Bible Class on Monday night in the church Sunday school rooms. Superlative decor featured hanging fruits and varied games with gongs sung, followed by refreshments as decorations were eaten. Small baskets of chestnuts were distributed to guests.

Presbyterian Church

Card of Thanks from Mrs G R Shearin

I thank the community for beautiful floral gifts and kindness shown during the illness and death of my husband.

G. R. Shearin

PTA Meeting at Central Lebel Building Urged Attendees

The Parent Teachers Association announces a meeting at the Central Lebel Building. A health program will be rendered by the shila ren. All parents are urged to attend.

Parent Teachers’ Association Lebel Sp.m Shilaren

Waging Great War on Tuberculosis in Halifax County

North Carolina Tuberculosis Association warns Halifax County saw 46 TB deaths last year with eight times as many active cases. Most patients ignore precautions or are unaware of infection. The association offers free medical examinations and promotes TB seal fundraising. Citizens can request examiners by contacting the Sanatorium in North Carolina.

The North Carolina Tuberculosis Association Halifax County N. C

Annual District Meeting of Womans Auxiliary

The Annual District Meeting of the Womans Auxiliary was held at All Saints Episcopal Church with many delegates present. The service included Holy Communion led by the church rector with Rev Bos tom Lackey assisting. A sermon by Rev Lackey followed, urging sacrifice education patriotism and religion to benefit all. Reports, addresses on Social Service and church work were given, and a tea honored Mrs Bickett and Mrs Shore. A missionary address by Rev C A Ashby closed the events.

Womans’ Auxiliary All Saints’ Episcopal Church Holy Communion Bos Tom Lackey Christchurch Raleigh St. Saviour’s Church Ling Mr.Lackey Shore T. W. Bickett F. Patterson

All Saints observes centennial of missionary society

All Saints Church Roanoke Avenue marks the Twenty Fourth Sunday after Trinity with a centennial observance and church services. The day includes corporate communion at 11 oclock, a centennial sermon at 7 30, Sunday school at 9 45, and a Tuesday meeting with reception. A Halloween party is planned for 7 30 tonight.

Domestic Foreign ‘Missionary Society Hallowe’en

Methodist Church Services Feature Unfinished Task Theme

Rev L B Jones pastors a Sunday school at 9 45 with W W Woodruff overseeing Epworth League at 6 30 Mrs House presiding Preaching at 11 morning and 730 evening Morning subject The Unfinished Task Evening evangelistic services Reception of new members Special music at both services Cordial welcome to all

Recorder's Court News Items Recap at Rosemary Methodist Service

Rosemary Methodist Church plans regular services at 11 A M and 7 30 P M with communion and new members. Last Smith's service this conference year. full attendance urged. In recorder’s court five cases heard. Robert Vincent fined ten dollars and costs for operating a for hire car without a license. Roy Sydnor fined ten dollars and costs for lacking license plate horn or brakes. Ed Wilson fined ten dollars and costs for disorderly conduct in presence of ladies. Clarence Wilson found not guilty and dismissed.

Smith Recorder’s Court Ipa Robert Vincent Roy Sydnor Ed Wilson Clarence Wilson

Presbyterian Church Service Schedule

Rev Stanley White pastor Miss Margaret McLeod assistant Miss Lecy Crisp organist Supt J H Harrison Sunday School 10 Morning Service 11 00 A M Christian Endeavor 6 45 P M Junior Christian Endeavor 3 00 Evening Service 7 30 P M Prayer Meeting Wednesday 7 30 P M

Christian Endeavor Junior Christian Endeavor

Next Number Lyceum Course Opens November 15

The Lyceum Course resumes Tuesday evening November 15 with the Toy Artist Trio as the attraction led by Ernest Toy. The third number is set for December 8 and season tickets go on sale next week. Tickets for the rest of the eight numbers are 50 cents each.

Ernest Toy

Central School Plans Armistice Day Observance

The Central School will observe Armistice Day next Friday after noon at two o'clock. A suitable program will be given and the public is cordially invited.

Trustee Sale Notice In Halifax County North Carolina

Public sale of land under a 1916 deed of trust by T W Northington. Default on notes leads to sale on Monday November 28 at noon in front of Bank of Now in Littleton. Described property includes Roanoke Rapids area parcels 157 and 189, with lines, streets, and references to Roanoke Rapids Power Company and local church vicinity. L Long is the trustee.

T. W. Northington Halifax County Bank of Noo Littleton North Carolina North Garcling Roanoke Rapids Roanoke Rapids Power Company L. Long

Halifax County Wins Prizes at State Fair

Halifax County prize winners at the Raleigh State Fair include Clark Rose taking first prize for fig preserves and Mies illie shaw from Thelma winning second prize for beet pickles. The results highlight local talent and county representation at the event.

Halifax County Raleigh Keen Clark Rose Miesillie Shaw Thelma

Armistice Day Community Sing in Roanoke Rapids

Roanoke Rapids plans a big Armistice Day concert in Central School auditorium with a community sing led by Sunday schools and local groups. Winthrop College alumnae event follows a nine o clock dinner at the Smith residence with garnet and gold decor and toasts to the college and its students.

Roanoke Rapids Winthrop College Awan Rapids Roanoke “Rapids O. L. Smith Winthrop Ethel Byrd Annie Workman Sec Treas Katharine Mellette Gleaner Nancy Beyer E. J. Coltrane Associaton Helen Jenkins Hazel Cobb Hallowe'en Annie S. Workman College Mr. Coltrane Winthrop Girls Margaret Hodges Sue Wright Charlotte Hodges Christine Temple Alice Stribling Edith Keel Ruby Wheeler Adele Holman Mary Keyserling Charlie Webb

Aurelian Springs Fair Marks Big Community Day

On the 26th the largest fair in Aurelian Springs history drew about fifteen hundred visitors. A parade opened the event with combined bands from Aurelian Springs and Seaboard led by Rev. William Towe. Mrs. Jane McKimmon of Raleigh spoke on practical home management, introduced by Prof. A. E. Akers. Farm, livestock, and poultry exhibits impressed, school displays lagged, refreshments were served by Girl’s Clubs, a traveling show performed, and a basketball game entertained attendees, capping a 1922 landmark community celebration.

Aurelian Springs Seaboard William Towe Jane McKimmon Raleigh

Notice of Sale of 80 Acre Weldon Township Lot in Rosemary NC

Notice of sale under deed of trust on 80 acres in Weldon Township Halifax County. R J Rhenetux to W L Long trustee, recorded in Book 817 page 302. Sale set for Wednesday November 16 1921 at noon in front of the Rosemary Post Office, highest cash bidder.

R. J. Rhenetux W. L. Long Ros of Halifax County Rosemary North Carolina Weldon Township Halifax Penny Norman Powell Weldon Aurelian Springs R.J. Rhea R. Rhea Anid R. J Littleheed Creek Ange Sane Eck C. Rhea

Girl Scout Hal loween Parties Celebrate Troop Roles

Girl Scout activities with zest as three troops host Halloween events for Boy Scouts and grades six to eight at Central building around a bonfire with marshmallows. Pine Cone troop later hosts grades nine to eleven and Franklin Football team at the new school with decorations, fortune telling, games, and treats. Sam Patterson gifts uniforms for all members and officers, enabling khaki outfits.

Hallowe’en Red Rose Central Building Franklin Sam Patterson Patterson

J. W. Club Hosts Hallowe'en Party

Eyewot members held their first Hallowe en party last Wednesday evening. The building was festively decorated and guests enjoyed costumes fortunes were told by Miss Christine Temple. Games followed with bobbing for apples and candy served. Ghost stories ended a fun filled evening.

Eyewot Sey Christine Temple

Resolutions of Sympathy for Deceased Wife of Member Bailey

Whereas God in His All wise Providence has seen fit to call from us the soul of the wife of Sovereign C. W. Bailey a member of Poplar Springs at No 335 W O W Therefore be it resolved that this camp in session assembled express our heartfelt sympathy to the family and friends of the deceased wife and we deeply mourn their loss and commend ae to Him who doeth all things well Also be it resolved That a copy of this resolution be spread on the minutes of this camp a copy sent to the family and a copy sent to the Roanoke Rapids Herald for publication W C Bowers Chai J T Killiebrew W C Curtis

C. W. Bailey Poplar Springs Rosemary N. C Roanoke Rapids Herald W. C. Bowers Chai J. T. Killiebrew W. C. Curtis

Roanoke Rapids Dental Clinic Helps Central School Kids

A dental clinic conducted in Roanoke Rapids Central School experiences a successful week with many parents and children participating. The dentist’s chair is reassuring to the youngest pupils as about seventy five children are treated. The work continues at Central School next week with Mr J D Muse of Cameron assisting.

Roanoke Rapids Central School J. D. Muse Cameron N. Teal

Also Mentioned on This Page

Chas. H. 8. Parker Philadelphia Canning Club Wilson Presbyterian S. S Parent Teacher Association of Womans’ Auxiliary All Saints Church Lewis N. Taylor Katherine Webster Roanoke Avenue Lyceum Baptist Church John Garthright Norfolk Robert King Morrison, Va Kate Robinson Virginia Swanson Roger Horton Wakefield Thomenia Chauncey Washington, N. C J. M. Jackson Mrs. J.B. Young Daughte of Lula B.williams W. A. Simpson W. W. Kidd Warrenton J. Cecil Crank Louisa Aurelian Springs Fair Allen C. Yoloye N. C. Ty Girl Scout News J. W.club Hallowe'en Party
Search Courier

Search the Roanoke Rapids Herald Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Roanoke Rapids Herald?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication