GENERAL CABLES.
Ottawa.—The capture by the United States authorities of two German navy officers who escaped from a prison camp at Old Fort Henry, near Kingston (Ontario) is announced by internment headquarters. When American newspapermen told the Germans details of American aid for Britain they replied: "We do not believe it. It is vour free Press propaganda." " London.—The New Zealand forces Rugby team defeated a scratch but gritty Hertford and district side by 15 points to 6. The New Zealanders recalled the skill of the old All Blacks. Washington.—The Navy Office Has disclosed that four large destroyers of the fleet battle force collided and were damaged slightly during technical night exorcises in Pearl Harbour (Hawaii). There was no loss of lite.
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Manawatu Standard, Volume LXI, Issue 97, 24 March 1941, Page 8
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121GENERAL CABLES. Manawatu Standard, Volume LXI, Issue 97, 24 March 1941, Page 8
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