Passenger Ship from Germany Reaches New York
The Manchuria arrived in New York City from Hamburg sailing January 4 with 39 passengers, the first German port to U S since 1914 and first American-flag voyage of its kind. Officers described Hamburg fatigue and food scarcity, noted slow labor and low morale among dock workers, while passengers faced passport and travel restrictions. The report also covers cotton market manipulation in Europe and advice to hold raw cotton, with broader wartime economic commentary from American Cotton Association officials.
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Hamburg
Southampton
Adrian Zeeder
Manchuria
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Germany
Wannaman Warns of Cotton Prices Bullish Plot
J Skottowne Wannamaker president of the American Cotton association accuses a European American gambling syndicate of forming a combine to depress off grade cotton and drive prices. He cites Europe and U S reports showing demand far exceeding supply and a bullish outlook not seen in six decades.
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England
America
American Cotton Association
Wannamaker
Europe
Great Britain
J. Skottowne Wannamaker
The
Mr. Wannamaker
Treasury Savings Certificates Facts from December Sale
Fundamental facts explain that certificates come in $100 and $1000 denominations, discount bonds of the United States Government maturing in January 1934, costing $84 or $846 respectively in December. They may be purchased with cash, checks, or War Savings Stamps and are offered at designated banks and trust companies. No individual may own more than $1,000 of these securities.
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United States
United States Treasury
Transformation of a Knight Mood and Courage Restored
A dramatic shift from dull thrift to radiant vigor is described. The speaker portrays a once tedious life transformed by renewed resolve and knightly virtue. The warrior spirit rises, enabling bold action and sacrifice.
Quinine Advertisement Promotes Laxative Formula
An old ad touts Laxa tive Bromo Quinine as a better option than ordinary quinine for avoiding nervousness and intoxicating effects. It emphasizes the product’s non disturbing action and urges remembering the full name for the signature EK W Grove.
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W. Grove
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Herald Publishing Co
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