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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1939
Page
2
The Army will launch its largest expansion since World War I, with the retiring chief of staff urging even larger efforts. A recruiting drive targets 112,300 new soldiers to enlist and replace losses as part of the expansion plan.
Craig outlined an expansive defense posture to start the new fiscal year. He proposed expanding regular forces to about 200000, adding five divisions of seasoned troops, and increasing officers by 3600 and men by 23000 to reinforce an outpost line from Alaska to Hawaii. The plan also calls for full mobilization of arms and equipment to prepare for an emergency, with Congress already funding partial elements of the defense package.
Jerusalem authorities imposed an eight o clock curfew on all downtown cafes and ordered all Jews to leave the city by noon today and six p m Sunday. Earlier an Arab workman was shot dead in the Meah Shearim quarter by an unidentified assailant.
Nazi Der Angriff reports large batches of deserters crossing from Poland into Germany from Wilno Wilcz, Poland, via a border area described as active today. The item notes wave of troops fleeing to the German side amid ongoing tensions and military movements.
In a historic election at Camp Jer vis N Y, Invid Cohen of Sezartania was named international vice president and district grand councilor for the 25th district in the Southwestern region. Cohen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Meyer Cohen, attends the New York election.
London June 30 Donald Owen Reginald Adams 56 described as writer for news papers was brought before a police magistrate on a charge of violating the Official Secrets Act. Adams protested innocence and was freed on a formal charge alleging he recorded information relating to the forces between November 1998 and June 40 that could be useful to an unspecified party. Further details were withheld.
In a heated council session, Maury and McGown discuss graft offers tied to a five equipment bid. Maverick claims bids were inflated to benefit certain suppliers while pledging to cut commissions and reveal the true costs to buyers in Mexico and nearby territories. Additional witnesses describe press conferences and internal bid manipulations amid claims of political pressure.
June reports say Japanese planes destroyed an American marked school near Foochow as coastal offensives began. British gunboat Grasshopper landed 36 hive jackets to protect interests while Foochow and Wenchow ports were blockaded. American owned Union Middle School damages estimate at 50 000 dollars. River Mit mouth closed by a Japanese boom hindering sea access. Japanese forces claim repulsed Chinese counterattacks and retreats of landing parties north of Can ton. Food supplies at French and British markets remain plentiful despite ongoing blockades.
Authoritative sources said Japan would broaden the steps of talks on the Tientsin controversy to include the question of foreign rights in China. The petition emphasized that retirement of the dispute alone would be fruitless without addressing the wider issues.
June 30 The Nazi controlled government of Danzig moves to strengthen the city police as panic spreads in Poland. Officials deny any German troops are in the city or vicinity and no irregular forces are being formed. Arthur Greiner abstains from senate duties while serving aboard a German ship. Max Ruhle says no German soldiers on duty in Canalg.
A call to action urges readers to oppose a joint resolution amending the neutrality law. It warns the measure would abolish the embargo on Pomition sales and grant the president power to decide arms recipients, risking U.S. entry into a new European war. The plea asks readers to write or telegraph senators and representatives to vote against Sol Bloom's neutrality bill.
Montreal June 30 Sir Herbert Marler 69 Canadian minister to Washington was under observation at Royal Victoria hospital after a special airplane flight from New York. He reached Montreal last night and was taken to hospital where officials said he might remain for several days. The minister, a native of Montreal, was described as comfortable and no illness details were released.
Paris announces a decree allowing foreigners resident in France to pledge for military service during peace or war with a three month training period. The pledge is voluntary and can be revoked if they change their minds, per ministry provisions. An unofficial enlistment bureau previously operated amid delays, now superseded by official channels.
Paris reports quoted diplomatic sources that Nazi Germany was mobilizing reserves and moving Italian equipment through the Brenner Pass. French leaders including Daladier and Gamelin warned of Alpine defenses and possible aggression. Lord Halifax signaled Britain would mobilize all pledged aid if further aggression occurred.
Foreign Secretary Lord Halifax warned that any further aggression in Europe would meet united action. The speech emphasized stiff consequences and global resolve amid rising tensions as Allied nations prepared to confront potential threats.
Berlin reports show official calm amid British warning of potential fight over aggression. German quarters dismiss London and Paris nerves, saying they are conscious of strength and prepared, while Berlin papers played down Prime Minister contact and ignored the foreign secretary’s insistence that Britain would meet force with force.
A woman fired at Moseley in his home wounding him, then hid the pistol in a drawer and went to the kitchen. Cox later said his wife had told him of trouble with Moseley and desire to move. A.Eaves and J.L. Snyder corroborated details of the shooting scene.
The Labor Department said Immigration Services ordered W. C. Hemiteky to appear at Kirkland within five days to straighten travel papers. Hemiteky, author of articles on the Soviet regime in Lower Russia, was described as a collaborator of Gelinmigration service official Kriviteky. No indication of departure from the U.S. was given. Assistant City Attorney J. Arar Bendila served Friday during the absence of City Attorney J. Ura Kercheville and Assistant Heney Dielmann at a bar association meeting in Austin.
The page lists multiple dance events and bands serving the area. Entries include the Cady and Faeie’s Place Dance, Hartman at Zuenl Sal, Duke Wright’s Misses Mistars, and Maestro’s orchestra performing Saturday night. Prices range with tables available and admission noted.
Washington June 10 A surprising House decision kept the arms embargo in place amid a tense neutrality fight. Republicans pressed for repeal as Democrats were largely absent, shifting support when several GOP members joined the amendment. Democratic leader Rayburn said the embargo would be struck down on later roll call.
Vorys noted his amendment trimmed phrases about war and weapons, while Rep Tish argued oil and airplanes were not exempt. The House rejected Altos proposal to repeal neutrality laws and advanced a provision letting both Congress and the president declare war, shifting authority. The bill also removes presidential control over certain clampdowns to bar American ships from combat zones.
Fragments indicate county court actions upholding auto case rulings. Text references co operating Wilt and peace officers curbing reckless driving, a Friday event, retirements, and appeals from justice court in Bort. Papers discuss collection of fines and state of docketed matters pending further action.
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