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Newspaper
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Location
Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1941
Page
15
The piece expresses belief that the home county backs a young candidate, with prayers and hopeful wishes for success that would bring honor to Halifax County. It emphasizes uncertainty until votes are counted and cites a wishful, community spirit.
The Roanoke Rapids Romances of North Carolina earned a spot in the World Softball Championship finals after defeating top teams and becoming the dark horse of the race. An exhausting three games in one day led to a tough final, but the team’s fighting spirit, sportsmanship, and will to win drew praise from fans as they returned home safely.
A reader notes poker resembles bridge and other games, stressing that many players lack formal knowledge. The writer claims bluffing skill often determines success, implying practice and strategy matter in play.
A column compares bluffing in card games to national action by the United States under Roosevelt, urging decisive policy. It then argues Roanoke Rapids grows due to local industries and jobs, emphasizing payrolls as the engine of development.
The fragment notes a humorous comparison about politeness and references a truck driver as a standard. It hints at a broader discussion of manners without providing concrete events or names.
A reflective line arguing that calls of "politics" justify lies about opponents and "persecution" when truth is told. It references Abraham Lincoln and notes the difficulty of fooling people as campaigns grow harsher.
A compact editorial note reflects on enduring wisdom that a burnt child fears fire, contrasting traditional caution with modern trends and innovations. It frames caution as a guiding principle amid changing times and technologies.
North Carolina law requires drivers passing in opposite directions to keep to their side and give at least half of the main-traveled roadway to the other vehicle. It emphasizes sharing the road and not invading the other driver's half.
Hostess Mrs T M Bullock welcomed members and guests on Monro e Street. High score prize went to Mrs George Pappendick, second to Miss Callie Grant, traveling honor to Mrs Frances Starke. A sweet course followed. Guests included Mrs George Pappendick and Miss Callie Grant. Members present were Mesdames H Gibson J A Wood M F White Calvin Kennermur Charles Fitts A L Gilliam R M Pope Bill Carter Miss Janie Lassiter and Mrs S E Crews.
Mrs Jay Thompson departed Wednesday to visit relatives in Wilmington Delaware, according to local notices.
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