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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1931
Page
4
The latest city fad is rolling cigarettes at home with a mechanical roller sold in uptown drug stores. Fifteen machines were sold last week and customers report steady use and good results. Alfred Martin notes one man even has his wife roll for him, while female customers appear scarce and mostly stick to other shopping habits.
The Eastern Carolina division of the Southern Textile Association held its semi annual Roanoke Rapids meeting at the High School Auditorium with T. W. Mullen presiding in the chairman's absence. About 75 mill men, superintendents and overseers attended as Mullen welcomed visitors and delegates before discussions on carding and spinning. The group reviewed prior meetings and decided to hold the Spring session at State College in Raleigh, followed by a barbecue dinner at the Country Club.
Superior Court remarks Pittman owes 201.16 with interest from Sept 1 1927 and court costs after breach in a cotton delivery contract with J M Coker. Roanoke Rapids Hospital suit vs Mrs Gurkin ends in non suiting with costs. Land Implement Co v Hardy Hardware Co appeal ends with plaintiff to recover funds from defendant.
A critical column mocks lay understanding of specialized work. Clark contrasts a business leader's claimed skill with actual expertise, invoking Socrates to argue that the wise man trusts others to run what he does not know. The piece notes the gap between knowledge of one’s own field and criticism of others.
Cadet John P. McConnell of Booneville Ark is named first captain and regimental commander at the United States Military Academy. He earned the academy's highest honors, starred as a track athlete, and serves as football manager amid duties set in orders by Maj. Gen. William R. Smith. Also cited is a civil action noting a $1500 damages claim against Atlantic Coast Line Railroad and a separate probate note for Audrey Elizabeth Moore.
The text argues that the public deserves immediate clarity and access to the audit facts. It contends that if audit copies had been released to newspapers and kept in safety vaults, the public would already know the truth, making further writings unnecessary.
Calendar lists jury docket for October 12 through October 16 in the Superior Court of Halifax County. Cases include guardianships, corporate and utility disputes, criminal-relief actions, and civil matters such as Power Co. vs Camp Mig Co, J D Lewis vs A A Duncan, State ex rel. Pittman, and multiple business libel and property suits.
Roanoke Pharmacy guarantees Rat Die in powder form for pantries kitchens and cellars. 50 cent size 3 oz covers pantry needs. 76 cent size 6 oz suits chicken houses coops and small buildings. Odor control claimed and packaging shown as standalone product.
The B Marks stock has moved to the rear warehouse as the Ready to Wear department stays. The Main Store is vacated for the Bostom Chain Store debut in Roanoke Rapids area. Bargain Annex holds the remaining stock to be sold quickly with deep discounts guiding busy days and late shopping nights.
Advert appears to list bulk markdowns across women girls and men items including sweaters socks blouses dresses coats hats shoes and accessories. Notable items include $1 baby sweaters 49c dresses and coats discounted to $1.50 and $5.95, men’s suits from under $5 and shirts under a dollar, plus boys and children’s apparel and footwear with frequent one dollar to three dollar range prices.
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