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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1938

Page

4

Proposals to Withdraw U S Troops From Islands Stir Debate

Washington reports indicate administration debates moving troops from the islands as congressional groups push for immediate independence and drawdown. The army supply bill would fund 6400 Philippine scouts and remaining U S forces, while some lawmakers urge rapid withdrawal to save $15 million annually. High Commissioner McNutt may testify in secret as pro and anti withdrawal arguments clash.

Washington Far East Fiin Uder Philippines House Paul McNutt Stefan Gempcrnt Nebraska

Catholic Knights to Hear Anti Red Talk at Central Catholic High

Catholic Knights arrange a lecture by Dr George Meriman Derry of Detroit on social political and economic problems at Central Catholic High School in Columbus. The event, led by Rev W A Mitchell and a long list of organizers, includes a discussion period and public attendance.

Weis Calwmbus State Council Grim Apos George Merimann Derry Rortrait Mich Central Gatholiigh School Derry

Major D H Young recalls Kelly Field war days

Maj. D H Young, veteran aviator and Pure Oil aviation manager, recalls Kelly Field’s role in World War I and the 1917 surge of activity. He discusses early training, the Ninety-Sixth Squadron, and postwar flying, noting the current presence of large bomber units and ongoing aviation development at Kelly and nearby fields.

Are Yeager Kelly Teld Maj D. Young Laredo St Hirson Field Kelly Field Langley Field Texas Military R. D. McGinen Beaumont Emles Cedets Daves Gene Meador Waco T. A. Jones Tha ‘Texas Company Cleveland Stinson Feld Iint Thompson Bloomington Victoria Sandos Stinson Touls Magatiai B. L. Blackstock Oklahoma Cuy Myrlek Wallas Aviation School Dewe Auice Fred Thomson Austin Mon Cub Young McClaren Visil Oil Company Aviation Jook At Field

Anil Removal Plan Ready for San Antonio Street Rails

Street Commissioner Paul Bleter said a WPA project for removal of rails now on San Antonio streets will be submitted immediately. Thomas Coghill, the coordinating engineer, said he returned from Beaumont after surveying equipment for a similar project. Bleter declined to discuss the request or the amount expected from rail sales, noting the letter was withheld to prevent bidding interference.

Paul Blotsfler San Antonio Thomas Coghill Deaumont Bleter Sleffler

Britain to stage largest air defense tests in August

Britain orders massive August air defense drills in rural Essex and eastern counties. Realistic maneuvers will test anti aircraft batteries, searchlights, and blackout measures as landowners and farmers cooperate. The drills aim to protect London and eastern farmlands from air raids and study defense efficiency.

London INS Spain Iuna Great Britain Anglia Britain Air Raid Precautions Department War Office A.A Wold

Brackelhurst Awaiting Legal Move On Execution

Lawyers for Lester Brockelhurst of Galesburg Illinois prepared a potential new appeal as a stay request to delay the execution of the 62 year old former Smidey school teacher slated for the Tucker prison farm next Friday. Brockelhurst attempted self harm while in custody after reports that Victor A. Gales of Little Rock had opposed the stay.

Brackelhurst Pine Boufpf Atk Peb CING Wills Nis Lester Brockelhurst Galesburg Smirdey J Pridsy Tucker Tor

Allred Hopeful for Nye Resolution

Governor Allred declared he hoped the Nye resolution to confiscate submerged funds would be defeated. He led Texans before the house judiciary committee to oppose the measure and returned to Austin early this morning.

Allred Austin Washington Es Eerie Allred House Judiciary Committee

Bankruptcy Referee Faces Tax Charges in Kansas City

Kansas City report says federal bankruptcy referee Wred S. Hudson faced charges of evading federal income taxes from 1931 to 1994. He allegedly underreported income of about 81,143 versus 51,134 listed, with a possible 5 year prison term and a 14,600 dollar fine. Indictment was returned yesterday by a grand jury.

Kansas

Bryan to be named Los Angeles customs collector

President Roosevelt agreed to appoint William Jennings Bryan Jr as Los Angeles customs collector based on Senator McAdoo's recommendation. McAdoo said the nomination would go to the Senate early next week after a White House conference.

William J. Bryan Jr Washington Roosevelt Wiliam Jennings Bryan Los Angeles McAdoo California White House Senate

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