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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1934
Page
1
Washington dispatches report Japan may withdraw from the Washington naval limitation treaty, likely triggering automatic end of the three-power framework. Tokyo and London await Hiroji Saka’s official notice while U S and Britain brace for a shift in naval strength, with Japan rapidly expanding until year end 1936.
The United States reports 373 warships totaling 1 002 025 tons with 68 ships under construction or authorized for 234 000 tons. Britain lists 216 warships at 3 159 659 tons with 8 under construction and 44 to be laid down by 1936 end, while Japan has 270 warships totaling 65681 tons with 45 under construction and a destroyer slated for 1500 tons before treaty end. The three powers debate strength and future builds as London talks approach adjournment.
Dayton observes the 91st anniversary of the first powered flight with a tribute at Wright Field. Army Air Corps Chief Major General Foulois, Navy Bureau of Aeronautics head Rear Admiral King, and other officials tour Orville Wright’s home and grave, receive a personal message from President Roosevelt. Wreaths, a flyover, and aviation exhibits mark the ceremonies. Orville Wright reflects on aviation’s rapid progress and its scientific and engineering strides.
Weather cancels planned 109 plane aerial salute over San Antonio for the Wright brothers anniversary. Twenty five planes flew from Kelly Field and three from Brooks Field in observance, with hangar displays all day and a dinner at the Gunters Hotel Monday night under chamber of commerce auspices.
A lengthy conference led by Theo M. Plummer, chairman of the Bexar county board of welfare and employment, and administrators Marvin T. Bradford and J. Tullis at county headquarters Monday produced no announcements. Officials stated relief activities run smoothly with no personnel changes. Gardner, head of welfare, has been absent several days due to illness and is expected back Tuesday.
A devastating earthquake levels 50 villages in Tehapadjur region of Anatolia near Barterm. Officials report about 160 dead and many injured as rescue teams search for survivors. Local authorities appeal for aid and emergency supplies.
In Baton Rouge Huey P Long directs rapid passage of 35 measures touching taxation and university expansion. The Ways and Means committee reports favorably, with plans for a 244th Long law this year. A festive scene at the statehouse contrasts with brisk legislative activity, including potential radio funding and police budget changes.
Col Charles A Lindbergh will carry a revolver at all times when away from home. Officials report guard plans for Bruno Richard Hauptmann's trial in Flemington New Jersey, with Lindbergh as the only armed civilian allowed to enter the courthouse when the trial begins January 2.
Thirteen suits seek injunctions to restrain sale of hard liquor at restaurants, hold drink stands, and night clubs. Two establishments are near the University of Texas. No action is taken yet. Earlier injunctions granted in similar cases raised concerns of accomplices of Hauptmann at large who might threaten state witnesses.
Detroit reports on the three-man board of inquiry into autolabor's demands for a five-day week and minimum salary around 1400 dollars, with private conferences under Henderson and Roosevelt’s panel. Ford's William Cameron criticizes parlor offers and touts high wages as a peace stimulant. Labor groups back the basic demands and cite disorganization and seasonal fluctuations as issues affecting production and employment.
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