Senator Reynolds Pushes Immigration Bills in Congress
The piece notes Senator Robert Reynolds pressuring Congress to halt immigration, fingerprint and register all aliens, and deport criminals. It cites years of opposition from foes, claims wartime danger from spies and aliens, and mentions a railroad company increasing security due to alleged alien threats. it also references a five year planning note about a school building and County Board decisions.
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Robert R. Reynolds
Congress
North Carolina
Europe
United States
Fight over site of South Rosemary New Hope school building
Community petitions the county boards as construction of the Littleton Highway site continues. Patrons claim most residents favor moving the school nearer the district center while the County Commissioners say they lack authority to decide location though they prefer a site nearer population centers. The County Board of Education holds power to locate buildings.
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Altho
County Board of Education
South Rosemary-New Hope
Littleton Highway
South Rosemary
Daniel’s Corner
Board of County Commissioners
Roanoke Rapids Leader Urges Local Investment for Growth
W A Thorne president of the Roanoke Rapids Merchants Association spoke at a supper meeting stressing confidence in Roanoke Rapids future. He highlighted civic progress, rising payrolls, and employment but urged residents to spend and invest locally to fuel a larger residential and business district and a prouder city.
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W. A. Thorne
Roanoke Rapids
Thorne
Keeping Lights On Roanoke Rapids Merchants Urge Window Glow
The Roanoke Rapids Merchants Association asks merchants to keep show window lights on until 10 or 10 30 p m nightly through Christmas to deter dark windows and boost trade. The plan aims to foster a habit of bright storefronts and stimulate window shopping with more frequent trimming and changes.
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Roanoke Rapids Merchants Association
Mule and Man Debate Labor and Mortgages in a Humorous Tale
A man talks to his mule about work, taxes, mortgage, and family burdens revealing class tensions and kinship with the animal. He muses on fairness, labor division, and religion, ending with a jab about the mule’s expression.
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Bill
Ancient ship found near Narva Estonia
A ship estimated to be at least 2,000 years old was found about eight bags four miles from the present coastline near Narva in Estonia. The discovery adds a rare glimpse into ancient seafaring and trade in the region.
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Narva
Estonia
Stuttgart
Germany
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North Carolina Press Association
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England
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