06 Sep 1939
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1939
Page
1
A Rayville man is chosen to lead the Kiwanis Club next year amid community ceremony. The appointment follows local discussions and signals ongoing service efforts in Rayville.
A report describes preparations for a possible city evacuation as raids were reported. It notes Polish defense lines stiffening and signals guiding retreat, with observers tracking aircraft and ground movements near the capital.
Refugee vessels reach multiple ports as humanitarian arrivals continue. Officials report increased seaborne arrivals amid ongoing displacement. Ships bring families and individuals seeking safety, with aid agencies mobilizing to assist newcomers.
Galway to Boston survivors describe torpedo attack on the British liner Athena near in Ireland. Captain James Cook reports a submarine surfaced and shelled the ship as crews and passengers scrambled into lifeboats, with many deaths and a rescue by the Norwegian steamer Knut Nelson.
Reports flag state actions in Europe and the Atlantic. British cruisers intercept a German ship after sinking a cargo vessel. A New Orleans area resident reports a stolen Keller bicycle.
A flood of names appears in the scandal case listing fifteen witnesses including E Lyte Aschaffenberg and Joseph Baker with numerous insurers and attorneys tied to the matter. The document outlines a broad roster across multiple firms and individuals as part of legal proceedings.
A vintage ad claims Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restores charm and nerve balance for women. It asserts the tonic improves digestion, strengthens the system, eases female distress, and boosts pep and energy.
The article argues that a strong free legislature is essential to curb unworthy executives and guard against dictatorship. It warns that a good governor matters but emphasizes the legislature's power to ensure four years of good state government by electing honest, independent public servants in January.
Citizens endure a rare air alarm in Paris when artificial fog from anti-aircraft units cloaked the city height as watchers reported gas sightings. Residents sheltered in stairwells while Parisian defenses claimed success, noting no planes reached the capital and observers adjusted to the eerie scene.
Reports from the early weeks of conflict describe German forces pushing into Poland and East Prussia while Mussolini mulls Italy's future amid Axis alignment. Survivors of the Athenia tragedy reach Britain as U.S. neutrality efforts intensify and ships travel back from Europe.
The United Spanish War Veterans and auxiliary will hold a benefit bingo party at the Knights of Pythias Hall on Friday night. The public is invited to participate. The note about water boil temperature is erroneous in this context.
Do not scratch itchy skin minor irritations. Scratching worsens discomfort and may invite infection. Seek relief with Black and White Ointment and cleanse with Black and White Skin Soap, sold everywhere.
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