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Editorial
February 15, 1940
Roanoke Rapids Herald
Roanoke Rapids, Halifax County, North Carolina
What is this article about?
Editorial promotes the opportunity for Roanoke Rapids to host a medical unit of the North Carolina National Guard, emphasizing community pride, youth benefits, economic advantages, and potential for an armory, urging local organizations to apply enthusiastically.
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CHANCE FOR GUARD UNIT
There is a possibility that Roanoke Rapids may be selected as the location for a medical unit of the North Carolina National Guard.
These units of the National Guard are a source of pride to those few cities where they are located and provide, with weekly drill and summer maneuvers, wholesome exercise and education for the young men of the community. A small payroll to men and officers is not to be sneezed at. Best of all, with the formation of such units, is the chance for an armory later.
Committees from service organizations, civic clubs and business associations will meet here soon to discuss the matter and make formal application in behalf of Roanoke Rapids. Other places are also being considered but we believe that if Roanoke Rapids really wants a unit here and goes after it with enough spirit our city stands a good chance of being selected.
There is a possibility that Roanoke Rapids may be selected as the location for a medical unit of the North Carolina National Guard.
These units of the National Guard are a source of pride to those few cities where they are located and provide, with weekly drill and summer maneuvers, wholesome exercise and education for the young men of the community. A small payroll to men and officers is not to be sneezed at. Best of all, with the formation of such units, is the chance for an armory later.
Committees from service organizations, civic clubs and business associations will meet here soon to discuss the matter and make formal application in behalf of Roanoke Rapids. Other places are also being considered but we believe that if Roanoke Rapids really wants a unit here and goes after it with enough spirit our city stands a good chance of being selected.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Affairs
Economic Policy
What keywords are associated?
National Guard
Roanoke Rapids
Medical Unit
Community Pride
Armory
Youth Education
Local Economy
What entities or persons were involved?
Roanoke Rapids
North Carolina National Guard
Service Organizations
Civic Clubs
Business Associations
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Promotion Of National Guard Medical Unit In Roanoke Rapids
Stance / Tone
Supportive And Encouraging
Key Figures
Roanoke Rapids
North Carolina National Guard
Service Organizations
Civic Clubs
Business Associations
Key Arguments
National Guard Units Bring Community Pride
Provide Wholesome Exercise And Education For Young Men
Offer A Small But Valuable Payroll
Lead To The Establishment Of An Armory
Roanoke Rapids Has A Good Chance If Pursued With Spirit