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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1938

Page

2

Air Force Expansion Debated as Congress Weighs Navy

Washington lawmakers clash over a proposed fourfold air force buildup amid defense planning. Bi partisan senators push for aviation strength while insisting the air arm can protect the nation without sidelining naval programs. Proposals include funding for aviation research and pilot training, highlighting a broader battle over military priorities.

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Britain Plans Navy for India to Back a Modern Royal Navy

The British India Office announced plans to create a modern, independent royal Indian navy. Britain pledges to maintain a sea-going fleet of modern vessels while India promises an annual naval contribution of $600,095 as part of the defense arrangement.

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War Vote Plan Gets Support in Senate Referendum Push

Washington Feb 26 Twelve senators launched a campaign for adoption of a LaPallete war referendum resolution. It would let the people vote on declaring war to engage in overseas warfare except in certain defense cases. The plan seeks to bypass opposition from the administration and House conservatives. Included supporters span Democratic and Republican members from several states. Meanwhile Governor Allred of Texas accepted an invitation to speak at the laying of a new $275000 Texas library wing, set for March 4.

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Secrets of U S Navy Codes by Ring in Nazi Plot

A U S secret ring run by Rumrich and Glasser pursued naval data and aviation secrets for a foreign power. They posed as American officials to obtain codes and information on coast artillery fortifications and canal zone mobilizations. Arrests and indictments followed, with ties to a broader espionage investigation.

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Avy Chiefs Center Seek New Defense Setup

Washington reports that top officers from the army's defense arms convened with the general staff to examine emergency defense plans in light of a spy ring exposure. The meeting reviewed Justice Department evidence and outlined potential swift actions to safeguard the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. The gathering included signals intelligence and artillery branches with a focus on air and coast defense revisions.

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Chiropractors Face Suit on Copyright Texts

A college, its president Br. James Re Droth, and two chiropractors face a federal copyright suit for alleged infringement. The complaint claims Craver and Davis traveled to deliver lectures copyrighted by Hugh B. Lagar and Logan Basis College of Chiropractic. Damages sought total 150000.

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Americans Rally Behind Navy Bill and Air Defense Push

Readers urge swift passage of the navy bill and expanded air defense. Advocates, citing Admiral DuBose and Captain Eddie Rickenbacker, call for billions in spending now to build fleets and training for defense, warning costs of waiting could be far higher. They insist Congress must fund extensive naval and aerial defenses to keep America safe and deter war.

America Congress Maverick Texas Eddie Rickenbacker Atlantic Pacific

Siskovsky Named Director of San Antonio Music Dept

Turostiy Siskovsky, famed violinist and teacher, named director of the University of San Antonio music department to fill the vacancy after Dean Ear Vente’s death. A Cleveland native, he studied early, then abroad, served as bandmaster at Port of Spain, joined the New York String Quartet, touring 17 years with 4,300 concerts in 4300 cities. The quartet disbanded two years ago. he arrived in San Antonio two months ago as a winter visitor.

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Local radio slot airs at 4 daily except Sundays

A KTLA program runs in the 4 PM slot each weekday celebrating The Lient's fest. An on air notice instructs listeners to dial P1234 for adwriter inquiries.

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Rebels Bomb O Loyal Cities In Spain

Spuatti February reports say rebels bombed Murviedo near Valencia Guixols on the Catalan coast and Pagamos causing numerous casualties and heavy destruction. Insurgents also push a salient beyond Lerual with no major engagement noted. Archer Willan Archer of the South Texas chamber of commerce will speak to Freeport and Gonzales chambers on upcoming nights.

Barcelona Spuatti Murviedo Valencia Guixols Catalan Pagamos Leruel Archer R. Willan Archer South Texas Chamber of Commerce Free-port Chamber Gonzales Chamber

Skyscraper Receives Pan American Tower Name

The Smith-Young tower in San Antonio has been renamed the Pan American Tower after a name contest won by Mr. and Mrs. Howard Doolittle of West King's Highway. Turner, a Dallas representative, said the title reflects friendship with Latin America and marks a gateway between Mexico and the United States. The building’s management remains with Rupe and Son, Inc. The event occurred during a Friday reception for tenants and guests.

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Mexican Seizes Stolen Cars Near Nuevo Laredo

Four men were arrested south of the border city with Isaac Marcia Rodriguez identified among them. Rodriguez admitted he and a partner stole two cars in San Antonio and brought them to Mexico to sell. One car was abandoned after entering on bogus permits, the other was in custody as officers investigated.

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