Navy Tug Gypsum Queen Crew Drowns Near France
Washington reports a navy tug Gypsum Queen struck a rock near Armen light off France and sank on April 28 while aiding mine sweepers. Fourteen crew drowned, three sweepers Courtney Douglas and James disappeared in a storm, but most others were rescued by tugs and destroyers as Vice Admiral Knapp details the loss and identifies several officers and gunners.
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Corn Prices Jump as Markets React to Food Cost Moves
Chicago May 1 Corn prices advanced amid a rebound from recent declines following Julius Barnes Federal Wheat Director actions. May delivery touched 1.05 a bushel, up from yesterday's 1.57 1/4 near. Broad trading featured strong buying, aided by eastern-linked houses and seaboard shipping demand. Reports said two large Minneapolis mills halted Nour sales due to wheat scarcity, boosting the rise.
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Belgium dissatisfied with indemnity plans debated in London
In London May 1 Belgian delegates oppose a key indemnity feature. They would receive 100,000,000 pounds as part of a 1,000,000,000 pound German reparation package to be settled by next year, but insist on consulting Belgium's government before final approval. The dispute centers on how much U S h mate funds should be allocated to Belgium.
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476 Names Added to Major Casualty List
Ashington May 1 The War Department announced that after reviewing army records last week 476 names were added to the major casualty list bringing totals to 75,820 killed in action died of wounds and disease and other causes. Prisoners fell to 4,786 and missing in action to 4,203 while the wounded total reached 201,847 though some men were counted multiple times.
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Argentina Denies Part in Mexican Challenge
Buenos Aires on May 1 reported Foreign Minister Honorio Eveyfredon denied Argentina had any role in Mexico’s stance against recognizing the Monroe Doctrine. The brief statement aimed to quell questions about country involvement amid regional disputes.
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