Time Magazine picks for its man of the week
The piece praises President for trading 50 destroyers for air bases near England and across the Americas, praising bold action. It also honors Frank Williams for leadership in Roanoke's flood aftermath, highlighting Roanoke No. 1 mill's recovery and loyalty of workers.
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Time Magazine
England
Panama Canal
Newfoundland
South America
America
Roanoke Mills Co. No
Roanoke Rapids
Roanoke No. 1
Frank Williams
Third man a young local hero sacrifices for team
Russ DeBerry could have broken two North Carolina softball pitching records in the state tournament but chose to let another pitcher start the deciding game to protect a record. Dick Lee, quiet and hardworking, helped in the win with a crucial defensive play and the run.
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Russ DeBerry
North Carolina
Roanoke Rapids
DeBerry
Beause
Altho
Dick Lee
Fire alarm scare after flood hits Roanoke Rapids
Narrator recalls a false alarm last midnight when a trash pile sparked fear of a major blaze. The piece notes the city’s water supply was at a low point on August 31 1940, thirteen days after the flood, raising concern for homes workplaces and businesses.
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Roanoke Rapids
Water crisis message urges shared responsibility for scarce supply
The piece warns Roanoke Rapids and Weldon faced severe water shortages, with little drinking or flushing water, urging the community to learn and prepare. It stresses that all groups share the blame and that water must be safeguarded for people and industries against any future crisis.
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Roanoke Rapids
Weldon
Card of Thanks for J. S. Moseley
We thank friends for kindness during illness and death of J. S. Moseley and for floral offerings. Special thanks to Dr. Martin and Dr. Weathers of Roanoke Rapids Hospital. Signed by Wife and granddaughter.
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J. S. Moseley
Martin
Dr. Weathers
Roanoke Rapids Hospital
In loving memory of J. B. Mosley husband and grandfather
In loving memory of our husband and grandfather J B Mosley who left us two weeks ago today. Hundreds of thoughts of one so dear bring a silent tear. A beautiful remembrance of one so dear until memory fades you will live in our hearts. Mrs J B Moseley and Mrs B F Wella.
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Mosley
Moseley
B. F. Wella
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