September 27 1940 Roanoke Rapids salute to Company B
The Roanoke Rapids community marks Friday September 27 1940 with a ceremony honoring Company B 105th Medical Regiment now in the regular army. Citizens pledge patriotism, attend softball games to raise funds for better food for the troops, and denounce Made In Japan goods amid wartime tensions.
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Roanoke Rapids
105Th Medical Regiment
National Guard
Regular Army
Company B
Made in Japan stance on isolation and boycott
A statement rejects isolationism and urges openness to foreign goods, expressing opposition to an embargo or boycott and a belief in selecting America's economic path through engagement rather than self isolation.
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Japan
America
New Roanoke Rapids Country Club Opens This Friday
A renovated Roanoke Rapids Country Club opens Friday promising more than golf. The club, described as a social hub for all residents, aims to be a welcoming gathering place rivaling larger city facilities. Visitors are invited to inspect and compare with other state clubs.
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Roanoke Rapids
North Carolina
Roanoke Rapids Weldon Football Game Rescheduled
The Roanoke Rapids and Weldon football teams changed their game to today to avoid conflicting with the Friday program. The adjustment was announced by the Guard Day committee to ease scheduling.
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Guard Day
Roanoke Rapids-Weldon
Terrell Sees Roanoke Rapids as Second Home During Friday Visit
Alfred Terrell executive vice president of Simmons Company visits Roanoke Rapids calling it his second home. He praises the town’s quick river mill repairs and the swift return of workers and customer service after the flood.
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Alfred Terrell
Simmons Company
Roanoke Rapids
Terrell
Friday program earns wholehearted local support
The issue shows strong support for the day’s program with concrete evidence and lively attendance at the committee meeting. Those involved in the work express willingness to cooperate unselfishly for a good cause, illustrating what can be accomplished when people unite.
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