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Halifax County Fair promises record free acts and balloon stunts
The Halifax County Fair to be held next week between Roanoke Rapids and Weldon showcases a large free act lineup led by Jay Nichols and 18 year old Earl Allen. The Allen Balloon Company plans a 4000 ft balloon ascent with parachute drop and a 5000 ft finale with fireworks. Other attractions include Arias on a 100 ft pole, The Kellys, Lartel Sisters, Narles, Bart and Myer, and auto races with 15 cars on display. Admission remains 15¢ grandstand and 26¢ grounds with reduced rates for white children on School Day Friday. Henry Bottoms visited Richmond. a Sunday school lesson was stolen in South Bend library.
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Halifax County
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Young Allen
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Batavia
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T. R. Walker
Yesteryears
Arias
Lartel Sisters
Narles
Bart
Myer
Walker