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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1917
Page
2
A compact roundup presents key happenings across state and national arenas along with global events. Highlights include political developments, economic shifts, cultural moments, and notable incidents shaping the week's broader news landscape.
Washington reports the loss of the American army transport Antilles torpedoed and sunk by a German submarine while under convoy. About seventy men are missing and presumed lost. The disaster highlights wartime risks for American ships and underscores the ruthless efficiency of German submarines in the war at sea.
Governor Bickett addresses the agricultural board on thrift month guiding state procurement and fiscal restraint. The remarks urge prudent spending and careful budgeting across agencies during the observance period.
Governor Bickett writes to the State Board of Agriculture urging farmers to purchase Liberty bonds as North Carolina’s share of a $27,000,000 war bond allotment. He calls bond ownership patriotic, highlighting bonds as safe, profitable investments and urges widespread participation to support the war effort. North Carolina Day is planned for December 14 with expanded programs across schools to promote thrift and conservation.
Charles W. Horne of Clayton was elected president of the North Carolina Agricultural Society at its annual meeting succeeding R. Everett of Durham who declined another term. The society debated reorganizing the fair into a stock company with safeguards to prevent exploitation for private gain and to protect the general public.
A brief note states an extra week will bring more signatures, with growing interest noted. The item hints at broader participation and potential momentum for a petition or campaign. No specific names, dates, or organizations are provided in readable text.
Reports from North Carolina Food Administration indicate the Oct 27 to Nov 3 pledge period will yield tens of thousands more signatures on pledge and kitchen instruction cards. About 300 000 cards and 200 000 membership cards have been allocated, with counties requesting additional supplies to build county organizations and broaden household participation in conserving food for troops and allies.
Farmers in the northeastern region anticipate a larger wheat harvest next summer if widespread adoption follows Mr Thos Nixon of RFD No 3 He planted five acres last year yielding 201 bushels and donated extra seed to neighbors Banks in Elizabeth City distribute 1000 bushels for seed to Paxquotank county and other eastern points. emphasis on clayey soils suitability and caution against Wight sandy soil.
Washington officials released the new draft classifications during a New York dinner where Secretary Baker and Provost Marshal General Crowder attended. Classifications list every registrant by category, exposing who serves first, including married men with dependents and skilled workers, with various exceptions and special roles noted.
Washington report states silent pickets of the Woman's Party resumed demonstr ations before the White House gates. Four women were arrested as crowds gathered while government clerks were at work. Pickets cheered and waved as they were escorted away by police.
Washington reports from Secretary Baker emphasize continued Allied material strength and trained American troops in France. The weekly review notes Germans aim to bolster morale with Eastern expeditions while forecasting no winter halt to the Flanders offensive. Premier Lloyd George declares national resolve as talks end Mexican silver purchase plans.
Edwin Popkess, reporter, testified at a congressional inquiry into the riots that on July 3 in East St Louis a mob hurled a black child into a burning house after it escaped the flames. He also claimed witnessing four or five National Guardsmen shoot and kill two Black residents fleeing a burning building.
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