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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1932

Page

4

Naval power comparison between United States and Japan faces post war debate

An article compares current and planned navies of the United States and Japan, noting Japan's heavier building program and projected tonnage. It discusses treaty limits, required ships, and the impact on strategic balance with figures for cruisers destroyers submarines and capital ships.

Wasitington Racinn China Tole United States Japan Roloes Gary Daitel Kington U. States Bashkin Tnt Destroren United Staten L Ie Sebel Yfennaxel Joran la States United Rintes Medere Ator Male Nepublican Maine Natal

Germany plans to remain neutral amid rising tensions

The article notes Germany intends to stay neutral as European powers reassess alliances. It mentions public sentiment and official statements amid mounting pressure from neighboring nations.

Germany Werdin

Borah Warns Against Japan Boycott Amid Sino-Japanese Crisis

In Washington DC Senator William Borah Republican of Idaho warns peace groups that an economic boycott against Japan could trigger a wider war. He opposes halting shipments and immunities to either side while Senate debates. Senator King proposes sanctioning Japan and a global stance against aggression. Dill of Washington argues for stronger air defenses rather than new troop buildups.

Ashington D.C Tan William H. Borah Republican Tinhn Japan Borah Boscott Dil Chiow Beccott King Nerocrat Leak League of Rations Fle United States America Dill Washington

Japan Purchases 600 000 Bales of Cotton From Us

Washington January 20 The commerce department advised that Japan is negotiating for 600000 additional bales of cotton bringing total Japanese purchases to 1,000,000 bales this month. Such orders strain Japanese gold reserves and currency reserves with potential adverse effects on business in China.

Japan Washington,d. C Commerce Department Tedeyees Inez Sit Desartment China

Kern to Serve on Y Camp Staff

Campbell Kern, senior student at the Walvrear¢y of Penneylvania and son of Bi-topaol Kern, will serve as the medical rector of the YAN.8 camp. The announcement notes his assignment with the Southern Methodial mission in bullet riddled shama and mentions the upcoming summer program.

Kern Campbell Kern Walvrear¢y Penneylvania Ron Bi-topaol Yan Stoy'y Sonica Maineday

Strike Looms in Shanghai Colony

Washington D.C. January 20 UNS reports the retirement of Shanghai threatened by a general strike risking a food shortage. Col. Michael Hooker, commandant of the American Marines there, provided dispatches from the Narr department today.

Washington D.C UNS Shanghai Geocen Narr Department Michaeil Hooker Amerin Marines

Houston Hanging Judged Death By Own Action

A man was found dead by hanging in a garage in Wisconsin, authorities report. The incident is considered a suicide as no foul play is suspected and the case is being investigated by local police.

Houston Bron, Inc Helmke Ile Win Garage

Girl Kills Father While He Sleeps

A report from Armico area describes a daughter, Erin Armico, killing her sleeping father with a hotgin while he rested. The suspect, Martha Cooper, is linked to the case as a household witness. authorities say the accused confessed and a man identified as J Cooper, aged 42, is connected to the incident.

Briton Warns Japan War Lords Seek Own Path

A British writer argues Japan's war lords will act independently if pressed by other powers. He predicts only external pressure or a united Allied front could deter Japan and notes the emperor may order silence while war continues.

Ian Urmilton Krish Atiwene Sapsdees Cupyrimhe Tor Jqnbont Japan Notalie Joris

Severe Cold Spreads Across Midwest and Plains

Weather fronts push into the Northwest as temperatures fall to single digits in Chicago and beyond. By afternoon highs reach around 15 below in parts of Iowa Minnesota and Montana as freezing conditions spark winter sports and frozen lagoons. City relief crews aid thousands of homeless and frostbite victims are taken to hospitals as astern regions brace for more cold.

Chiaze Yawketna Montana Vet Iowa Minnesota Torn Hospitala

Portrait of Washington loaned to U.S. for bicentennial

Stuart's portrait of George Washington will be exhibited at Cochran art gallery in Washington D.C. beginning in March. The British owner Earl of Rosebery sold the canvas after a lengthy sale process, and it will join nationwide commemorations authorized by the George Washington bicentennial commission.

Unclear text about a rally and event leadership

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a rally led by advisors on a Tuesday evening with a quoted name and time. The readable parts mention a person in charge at four o'clock and reference a city street and direction, but specifics are obscured by errors.

Futile search for Century Pacific plane near Santa Paula

Reported missing after leaving Bakersfield for Los Angeles at 1:50 p m a Century Pacific plane with eight aboard, three women and five men, prompted a large search. Ninety three planes scoured the area and hundreds of men on foot and horseback combed mountains and valleys.

Tof Angeles Santa Paula Santa Maria Partiog Century Pacific Gince Diakersfield Los Angeles War Department Marchfield Todas Anil Rloude Eanyang Ani Pakersfield Uewity Frank Jewar Swan Sinieh Nod di Potkem Franvivry Mev Misa Nina Meffrath Mintie Combs

Hawaii Death Penalty for Attacks on Americans in Islands

Washington reports the Hawaii island law to impose the death penalty for attacks on American women in the Hawaiian Islands. Lawmakers indicate the measure passed both houses and awaits final signing.

Hawaii Washington Dec Tan Sereenor Tindit Informe

Tin Gan Tourists Attend Convention

Delegates from Tin Gan Tourists attend the annual winter convention of the tin can industry opened tonight. Members from Pampata 102 19 province advance material tonne ing organized across towns in the tinian, Canada and Merion region.

Tin Gan Haiasota Plg Tan Atates Quare Chan Lomo Tin Can Ty Pampata Tinian Canada Ani Merion

American consul seeks aid for Nanking evacuation mission

Commander Williams of the Yangtze patrol reported to the navy on potential military operations as the American consul prepared to request access to Nanking. He noted the Chinese Nationalist government had abandoned Nanking and moved the capital to Josape.

Washinglon Tan INS Corsul Pencenl Lear Adasen Vinees Williams Navy Department Teenign Naokine Josape- J

Akron Airworthy Confirms Akron Flight Test Stance

Commander Charles Rozendahl testified before the House naval committee about the Akron dirigible. He denied rumors of structural issues and said the airship has flown about 25 000 miles in varied weather. The committee reviews reports on the Shenandoah disaster and Akron’s safety.

House Akron Washington, D. C INS Nass Abe Chin Charles Js. Roxendahl Naval Committee Rozendahl Tie

Obituaries for William S McKeorie and Martha Mugler

William S McKeore died at his home on West Kiex highway after a long illness. He had lived in Pennsylvania and worked for years in Peters Market Ind, with survivors including Emma Janise McKeorever and siblings in California and Terre Alta. Martha J Mugler of Alamo Heights died at home with services at Miche chapel officiated by Rev Francis Davis. she was born in New Orleans and survived by husband F Mugler and children, with funeral arrangements in progress.

William S. McKeorie Hin Horar West Kiex Saturdas McWeeser Peter Marte Ind Ani Pecasslvania Railway Library Aed Bilee Kereivara Tle Willow Emma Janise MeKerever Calif Terreale Hertha Mugler Mea Perlbit J Maeiler de Atgeasentie Alama Heights Satida Miche Om. Nomdag Francie Davis

Careful plot seen in Jap s China attack

Washington observers warn that Japan aims to end Anglo American commercial supremacy in the Far East and establish itself as a Pacific power. The piece cites military experts noting Japan’s swift Manchuria occupation and Shanghai advance as a model for future expansion, with emphasis on raw materials and a strong naval base.

China Mervlee Washington Inu Japan Far East Orient Jatan Jsenan Unc Neephe Financial Dapin Haeigen Manchuria Shanghai Heleium Caratal General Staff Shanxhai United States Janaehia wil—Tapan

Asiatic Fleet Deploys 28 Vessels and 15 Submarines

The American Asiatic Fleet will deploy 28 vessels and 15 submarines. The Houston, a cruiser, leads ships moving toward Shanghai to fight insurgents and protect the line to Manila. Commanders and gunboats accompany the fleet with operations in the Philippine area and nearby waters.

Dan Anerean Asiatic Shanghai Houston Admieat Montgomery Taylor Asiatic Fleet Mbinila Hiticen M4nila Manila Rive Aircraft Teathera Manth

Russia Prepares for Potential War Amid Manchuria Tensions

Reports from Senlin indicate Russia pursues intensified military readiness in response to Japanese moves in Manchuria. Observers note Moscow aims to strengthen defenses while avoiding direct conflict, with signs of factory retooling for rifles under secret police oversight and export restrictions tightening.

Senlin Japan Manchuria Russia Berti Tontard Cielon Tussi Ching Sapanese Manchiria Chanechun Warbin Savigt Wiere Reviese Uvil Eevecal Agricallal Machinery Planta Selmoshtras

China Communists Threaten to Behead American Skipper

An American barge captain was reportedly held by Chinese forces after a seizure near Veiping. Negotiations allegedly sought ransom or a parley, with details on the seized vessel and crew unclear amid wartime reporting.

China Veiping Clisttes Baker Mrtuclerk Lin Uirrakaf Oabu Aerne Bakere Kitnaping M Oransom Celeste

Mexico Grants U S Warships Access to Ports

The Mexican government will allow American warships to touch at Mexican ports and permit military aircraft to fly over Mexican territory. Ambassador Joshua Kendon Clark made the formal request and was advised by Foreign Minister Manuel Tellex.

Mexico CIES Jon Armbaagador Johua Kendon Clark Fia Planea Fie Panally Thera Department Clark Foreden Manuel Tellex

Capital of China Moved to Leyang Amid War Rumors

Fragmented wire text reports shifts in the Chinese capital from Nanking to Loyang amid threats of Japanese invasion. It notes moved archives, wartime rhetoric, and calls for mobilization while officials debate a formal declaration of war and Chinese self defense.

China Leyang

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