Three British and two American ships seized at sea
In a sharp maritime incident, authorities reported the capture of three British and two American vessels amid a broader seizure of ships. Details on motives and destinations were not disclosed.
14 Nov 1939
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Newspaper
Monroe Morning World
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1939
Page
1
In a sharp maritime incident, authorities reported the capture of three British and two American vessels amid a broader seizure of ships. Details on motives and destinations were not disclosed.
Robed as a year end salute KWKH in Columbia features Bob Trout among CBS announcers. Scott and his orchestra perform Powerhouse and IT Got Rhythm while Miss Wynn and Cooper offer selections. Trout greets KWKH with a brief station and owner history.
Warren Garrett of Monroe, brother of District Judge David J. Garrett, underwent a serious operation at Vaughan-Wright-Bendel clinic Monday. Physicians reported his condition as well as could be expected Tuesday morning.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a grand jury presenting to Judge Duar in a district court. It references prosecution over alleged financial crimes, investigations of more witnesses, and testimony involving guards and WPA mediation, with unclear specifics.
A fragmented item shows a dispute involving art and water resources. Named figures and locations are unclear, but the brief hints at a local controversy touching culture and environment.
The article summarizes wartime rhetoric and events with references to Germany and Nazism, noting Allied positions and Churchill’s sharp critique of Hitler. It highlights expected Allied moves and political tensions shaping imminent actions in a global conflict.
An antidigestive cereal pitch promotes Kellogg's All Bran as a remedy for constipation. It touts daily use with plenty of water to achieve regularity, claiming ongoing results and the claim it’s a preventive measure. The ad notes All Bran is made by Ketlowys in Battle Creek and available at grocers.
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