Changsha Mobilizes as Japanese Advance Near Hankow
Reports from Hankow and Wuchang describe protests and clashes as Japanese forces push from Yochow toward Changsha. Chinese civilians mobilize to defend the capital while fires damage British owned property and American interests. An attempted assassination near the Race Club grounds is reported but unclear.
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Wuchang
Gen
Root
St. Midh
Ungking
Changsha
Man Province
Japa
Yochow
Toorth
Shanghai
Ese
McKenney On Bridge Column Question Scoring Hint
The excerpt presents a bridge column by William Be McKenney of the American Contract Bridge League. It tests readers on a hand with expert, good, and average scoring classes, noting a 10 point deduction for each incorrect answer.
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William BE. McKenney
American Contract Bridge League
Dummy reversal and expert play in a bridge hand
A bridge hand analysis explains dummy reversal as North responds to a spade opening with two no trump to show a semi fit and two and one half honor tricks. It covers declarer play to avoid diamond loss, club play strategies, and expert crests for overtakings and ruffing.
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North
South
East
West
Dummy
Forces Close In On Canton In Semi-Circular Drive
Report says advancing forces were closing in on Canton in a semi-circular maneuver aimed at recapturing the South China city from Japanese control.
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South China
Canton
Singing Convention at Pleasant Garden Set for November 27
The 30th annual Singing Convention will be held at Pleasant Garden Methodist Episcopal church on Sunday November 27. A M Fentriss who organized the event 56 years ago leads the convention with attendance expected from seven counties in the northern Piedmont area. Rev John Lowman of Greensboro will deliver the opening sermon.
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Pleasant Garden Methodist Episcopal Church
A. M. Fentriss
Piedmont
John Lowman
Greensboro
North Carolina approves four year terms for sheriffs and coroners
Complete returns from 94 of 100 counties show a constitutional amendment to extend sheriffs and coroners terms to four years passing by a few thousand votes. An Associated Press tally also confirms approval for creating a state department of justice with a margin exceeding 30 thousand votes.
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Raleigh
Department of Justice
State Board of Elections
Cherokee
Clay
Davidson
Pasquotank
Sampson
Transylvania
Associated Press
Aircraft Licenses Reach 11031 in United States With Autogiros
As of July 1 1988 the United States had 11031 licensed aircraft including 31 certified autogiros.
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United States
1937 Traffic Death Toll Highlighted
During 1937, 39,000 persons died in automobile accidents and 66 perished in air transportation, underscoring rising transport hazards and policy concerns of the era.
Reorganization Sought for Associated Gas and Electric Co
Three security holders filed an involuntary bankruptcy petition in federal court seeking trustees to examine directors and officers of Associated Gas and Electric Co. They allege dividends were paid from improper funds and cite the company’s weak cash position despite large investments in subsidiaries.
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New York
Associated Gas & Electric Co
Blanche Creamer
Charlies C. Johnson
Brooklyn
Raymond Piannini Jr
Montclair
Associated Gas
Vast heavens hold up to 100 million stars
Estimates suggest a modern telescope could reveal as many as 100 million stars when scanning the night sky. The figure underscores the immense scale of the universe and the limits of observational reach.
Three Industrial Prospects Eye North Carolina Location
The North Carolina Division of Commerce and Industry reports negotiations with three industrial concerns that, if they locate in the state, would employ more than 2,000 workers. Names are not disclosed to protect contacts, but officials say several prospects are strongly interested and nearing agreement. The division notes recent industrial ads and outreach helped attract 92 new industries in eight months of 1938 and emphasizes its role in guiding inquiries and coordinating with local chambers and officials.
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Enterprise Bureau
Sir Walter Hotel
Raleigh
Division of Commerce and Industry
Department of Conservation and Development
North Carolina
J. T. Anderson
Chambers of Commerce
Hunter Shoots Squirrel Eleven Times Then Takes It Home
In Williamsport Pennsylvania hunter Clayton K Shaibley fired seven times at a tree limb striking the limb and causing a squirrel to fall stunned. He chased and carried the animal home but found it had died en route apparently from fright.
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Williamsport
Clayton K. Shaibley
Shaibley
Shaikley
Burglar Scene Involves Missing Whisky and Drinks
Otto Vaim reported a burglary at home revealing four empty glasses a empty Vermouth bottle a depleted cherry supply and four pints of whisky missing. Police noted the burglars crafted Manhattan cocktails leaving a clear clue in the drink trail.
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Watson
Cincinnati
Otto Vaim
Manhattan
Woman claims boyfriend stood her up and purse was stolen
A young Oklahoma City woman told police her boyfriend left downstairs while she dressed and disappeared, taking her $25 purse. The case centers on the alleged abandonment and theft.
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Oklahoma City
Shoplifter Pleads Guilty After Binghams Shop Lift
Deputy Sheriff E. K. Householder says Patrick Daly 387 went door to door taking orders for merchandise. Daly was arrested and jailed for petty larceny after pleading guilty to shop lifting from Binghams store counters.
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Bingham
Utah
EK. J. Householder
Patrick Daly
Daly
Binghams
DeMolay Mother and Son Banquet Postponed
The DeMolay Mother and Son banquet, initially set for tonight, is postponed to next Wednesday November 23. It will be at Wesley Memorial Methodist Church and start at 7:15 p.m.
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Wesley Memorial Methodist Church
Serial Story Lovers Aweigh recap of Judy and two navy suitors
Judy faces a love triangle with Jack Henley and Dwight Campbell as Marvel Hastings plots for her fiancé. Jack offers marriage and Pensacola, but Judy wrestles with duty, memory, and a possible future with Dwight as Marvel shuffles toward wedlock. The chapter ends with Judy asked to be maid of honor at Dwight and Marvel’s wedding.
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Judy Alcott
Dwight Campbell
Jack Henley
Marvel Hastings
Judy
Diane
Marvel
Dwight
Bill
Navy
Courb
Jack
Pensacola
New York
Look and Learn Quiz Answers Summary
The battle above the clouds refers to the Lookout Mountain phase of the Chattanooga battle in the Civil War. Dickens shows the Artful Dodger in Oliver Twist. The Bride of the Sea city is Venice, Italy. Science derives from Latin sciencia meaning knowledge. The Little Church Around the Corner in New York City is a Protestant Episcopal church.
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New York City
Chattanooga
Lookout Mountain
Venice
Italy
Protestant Episcopal
Modern Etiquette Qs From Roberta Lee
A short etiquette column answers three questions. It says do not repeat names when introducing two people, advise asking an escort about dance attire, and explain soup etiquette by bending the body slightly forward without lowering the head.
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Mr. White
Mr. Black
How to maintain brooms mops and chocoate melting tips
Practical household advice on preserving implements by hanging via a loop. How to melt chocolate safely by placing it on waxed paper over boiling water to let it liquefy. Simple silver cleaning method uses carbonate of soda on damp cloth and a final wipe with a dry chamois.
Lessons in English Words Misused and Pronunciation Tips
A compact guide highlighting common errors such as using over the bridge instead of across the bridge and confusing quartz with quarts. It includes mispronunciations like Macki nac and guidance to deepen vocabulary by mastering one word daily.
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Mackinac
True and False Statements Quiz On Want Ad Page
This item presents a quick true or false quiz in Cranium Crackers style. It lists five statements about kangaroos weights term of the Speaker and historical facts and asks readers to identify which are true or false.
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House of Representatives
Zachary Taylor
United States
Hamlet
Denmark
Want Ad
Dignitaries Oppose Idea, Church Leaders Split
In a notable clash within the church, dignitaries of the church oppose the proposed idea. The disagreement centers on ecclesiastical governance and the impact on church traditions. Leaders from multiple dioceses weigh in, signaling a potential broader debate.
Rice Rupture Service Experts Visit High Point
Rice Rupture Service Experts, representatives of William S Rice Inc of Adams New York, visit the Sheraton Hotel in High Point North Carolina on Friday and Saturday November 18 19. The Rice Method offers a fifteen day trial with no charge unless the wearer keeps the appliance after adjustment.
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Rice
William 8S. Rice, Inc
Adams,n. Y
Sheraton Hotel
High Point
N. C
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