Red Cross Perfected System for Caring for War Prisoners
The International Red Cross Committee and its Central Agency for Prisoners of War mobilized before and after hostilities began in 1939. It prepared premises, opened on September 14, 1939, and handled mail logistics, telegrams, and family notifications while coordinating with belligerent governments. The agency informed roughly six thousand families daily and distributed tens of thousands of packages to British Empire prisoners, plus provisions and linen for interned civilians and others.
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Henri Dunant
The
Red Cross
Geneva
Switzerland
International Red Cross
International Red Cross Committee
International Redresa Committee
International Committee
Central Agency For Prisoners of War
Central Agency For
Wieke
British Red Cross
Lisbon
Mediterranean Porta
It Could Happen Here Col George A Drew Says War Warning
Col George A Drew warns that the war could come to the United States if the nation does not act. He cites brutal acts abroad and warns Americans to prepare with maximum strength to prevent similar violence at home.
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George A. Drew
Gestapo
France
Hess Fares Well On Rations For Guards
Hess receives the same ration as his guards and far more than civilians. The war minister told the House that Hess gets 2 lbs 10 ozs of meat weekly versus the civilian ration of worth. His sugar is 14 ors weekly, bacon 8 ozs, jam 4 ozs, and an ounce of jam daily. His diet includes sausages, offal, canned salmon, cake and fresh milk.
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Rudolf Hess
Hess
House of Commons
D.worth
A Country Of Lakes Finland Lands Of Lakes Named
A Country Of Lakes Finland is famed as the world’s greatest land of lakes with numerous bodies counted and uncounted, reflecting its renowned watery landscape and national identity.
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Finland
Baby chicks claim most vitamin source, not humans
Fragmentary note suggests baby chicks rely on ced-tiver esi and other vitamin-bearing items for nutrition rather than humans. Unclear context and missing specifics limit full interpretation.
Home Grown Drugs Rise In Wartime Canada
The health department in its annual report to Parliament notes wartime disruption of normal drug supply prompts home production. Cascara digitalis and belladonna output in British Columbia strengthens local needs. Belladonna scarce. US exports limited. Digitalis crop in BC supports global pharma needs. cascara forest conservation urged.
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The
Health Department
House of Commons
British Columbiaz
United States
Britsh Columbia
London
Pacific Slope
Ingenious Sumatra Farmer Uses Bell System
A Sumatra farmer operates a central tower and cords to trigger bells in his rice fields, frightening birds whenever he desires. The simple yet clever device covers his paddies, protecting crops from avian damage.
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Sumatra
Potatoes in Suffolk Grow Enough for Half a Ton Per Briton
Suffolk crops yielded enough potatoes this year to supply every British person with half a ton, illustrating the region’s abundant harvest and its impact on national food supply.
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Suffolk
Britain
Decree Threat to Norwegians Known as Mass Torture
Dr Karl Evang surgeon general of Norway, now in London, warns the German blanket seizure plan would be a unprecedented mass torture. He says without fuel fats meats and warmth Norwegians would face catastrophic health effects as their homes must be heated for months and blankets become vital for survival against a harsh winter.
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Karl Evang
Norway
London
Evang
Pirates Lurk Near Island Waters Off Kwangtung Province
Pirates still infest the islanded waters off the coast of Kwangtung Province in South China, raising concerns for maritime activity and regional security as authorities monitor sea lanes and patrol routes.
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Kwangtung Province
South China
Talk of the Quilting Bee Pattern 7000 for Winnipeg pattern
An old-time quilting pattern titled Talk of the Quilting Bee Here’s Philadelphia Pavement promises easy piecework suitable for beginners. Pattern 7000 includes a block chart, pattern pieces, quilt directions, and yardage. Send 30 cents to Household Arts Department, Winnipeg Newspaper Union, 175 McEthera book pubs.
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Philadelphia
Household Arts Department
Winnipeg Newspaper Union
Food Shortages Grip France Amid Requisitions And Rations
United Press staff correspondent reports severe scarcity across unoccupied France. Meat, eggs, potatoes scarce as Germans requisition farm produce, transport limits, and gasoline shortages curb fishing. Black and blue markets flourish. rationing tightens for humans and even dogs.
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Marseille-Lyon Express
Legion
Grand Hotel
Cannes
France
Germany
Lyon
Mediterranean
Marseilles
Italian Naval Strength Seen By Cunningham
Admiral Sir Andrew Cunningham, commander of Britain's Mediterranean fleet, told an Alexandria newspaper man that Italian battleship strength is four or five ships, about the same as at war’s outset. He said eight inch gun cruisers fell from seven to three or four, destroyers and torpedo boats cut about 35 percent and 30 percent of Italy’s submarines have been sunk since the war began.
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Sir Andrew Cunningham
Britain
Mediterranean
Italy
British Broadcasting Corporation
Alexandria
Andrew
Germans and Allies Serve Together in Pioneer Corps
In a notable British army unit the stand side by side Germans and Russians within an alien company of the pioneer corps. Germans and Austrians form the majority but Russians and Poles also serve. A German private bears the iron cross. They are all bitter anti Nazi, having endured oppression at home.
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Pioneer Corps
Wodehouse Broadcasts End Abruptly Amid Reputation Concerns
P G Wodehouse ceased broadcasts from Berlin after a roundabout message from former English friends warned him of the damage to his reputation from his recent ill advised efforts. The note stressed the seriousness of the situation for his standing.
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P. G. Wodehouse
Berlin
England
War time lacquer curb hits domestic items and autos
Douglas Lorimer Dominion Chemical Controller warns civilian lacquer use will be cut for war needs including airplanes shells and other war materials. He cites substitutes and cautions housewives about spills and hot plates while promising methods will adapt for the duration of the war.
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Douglas Lorimer
Dominion Chemical
Lorimer
Spain Gasoline Shortage Hits Large Taxis Hard
Spain faces a severe gasoline shortage that has driven many large taxi fleets out of operation. The crisis strains urban transport as firms end services and drivers seek alternatives.
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Spain
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