Wartime note from Vichy sparks US stance on Caribbean
A London style commentary notes Berlin reports that Washington sought immobilization of French warships at Martinique and the surrender of cargo vessels. It argues the United States will act to deny the enemy use of Caribbean bases and protect American shores amid Laval's maneuvers.
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Pierre Laval
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Niagara Falls
Madagascar
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Roosevelt
Americas
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Classified Advertisements For Rent And Sale Items
Multiple notices list rental of service station in Boyce with house option, sales of auto glass by Valley Wrecking Co, foundation garments by Clara Fultz Bentz, building lots on Valley Pike near Winchester, Jersey cow and bull by J H Lutzenhiser Grimes VA, two houses for sale by J H Lockhart, chimney and furnace cleaning by Ed Seal, and roomer and boarder requests with contact Dial 6107.
Panama Canal Defenses Seen Close at Hand
The article notes Martinique and its sister islands lie about 1,350 miles from the canal, presenting an easy striking distance for warplanes. It suggests Vichy France actions will be cautious as Laval's regime faces pro allied sentiment at home.
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Caribbean
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Baltimore Grain Market Closing
Baltimore prices show Wheat No 2 Red Winter at 1.203-4 May 1 203 4. Corn quoted 96 98. Winchester Market lists Wheat at 1.15 per bushel and Corn at 90 cents per bushel. Prices based on deliveries at mill.
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Local Markets The Star Daily Markets Not Responsible
Market notes from The Star warn readers that the daily listing is correct but they do not assume responsibility for typographical errors.
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Local Wholesale Market Prices Summary
A crowded listing shows prices for patent brand feeds and grain mixes, including 12 and 24 pound bags, and 48 and 98 pound bags. It lists dairy and animal feeds with per-bbl and per-bag rates, plus rough retail flour prices, egg and livestock figures, and creamery butter retail pricing.
Oil Drum Rafts Save 22 Sailors
An American merchant vessel torpedoed off the Atlantic coast sank within minutes. 22 crew members were saved by oil drum rafts improvised on deck, while 15 crew members were missing. First Mate Charles R. Clark credited the rafts with preventing greater loss of life. Survivors were rescued by local fishing boats as the ship disappeared. Mrs Rumy Compte witnessed the sinking from the beach.
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Baltimore Livestock and Produce Markets Summary May 14
Baltimore market notes show cattle strong with trims to 14.35 per cwt for 1000 lb steers and 12.70-13.75 for good grades. hogs up to 14.40 top with varied weights. calves 12.00-15.50. sheep small lots around 16.00-16.50. Chicago and Pittsburgh markets also report mixed hog and cattle activity and price ranges.
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Daily Crossword Clues Puzzle Listing
A compact crossword read with entries including Silkworm Eskimo tool Nobleman Metal circlets and more. It lists various clue answers such as Mother of pearl Land measure Young dog Spill over a state abbr Strike Likely Devoured Locks of hair Spanish title Handle of a whi eS and other entries.
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