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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1938

Page

4

Japan forms new wartime cabinet under Ugaki Ikeda and Araki

Japan's quick victory cabinet reorganizes with Gen Kazushige Ugaki as foreign minister and Gen Baron Araki as education chief. Seihin Ikeda outlines three aims for yen stability, reserves, and easing import controls amid broader government changes. Reports say War Minister Sugiyama plans resignation and Gen Itagaki may be named successor as Japan eyes increased actions in China with troops massing near Hankow.

Tokiq Japan China Kazushige Ugaki Korea Koki Hirota Seihin Ikeda Okinobu Kaya Baron Sarao Araki Koichi Kido Lnstead Gen Sugiyama Seishiro Itagaki Hankow Chiai

Hull declines Mexico travel guidance in note

Secretary of State Cordell Hull told the U S consular office at Laredo that the state department disclaims responsibility for tourists deciding to alter plans to visit Mexico The telegram notes somewhat disturbed conditions in San Luis Potosi where government troops have concentrated and suggests postponing departures near the Laredo Mexico highway until the situation stabilizes.

Cordell Hil United States Laredo State Department Mexico San Luis Potosi Laredo-Mexica

Britain and Czechs watch talks on border observers

May 27Britain discusses posting neutral observers on the German Czechoslovak border with its envoy to Czechoslovakia. William Strang, after visits to Berlin and Prague, plans talks with Foreign Minister Kamil Krofta and officials to shape policy. Czechoslovakia’s ministers abroad return for consultations as friction remains unsettled. Brond buster to ride section notes a separate western horse contest itinerary.

Berlin Bsirang Budelen London Paris Jan Masary Stefan Osusky Krofta Milan Hodza Eduard Benes

Mexican Library Crown Queen Mary Esther Gustellanos

Mary Esther Gustellanos, 22, was crowned queen of the Mexican Library association by Jose G. Pineda at the Mexican library on Dolorosa street. She will reign for 12 months as the library, sponsored by the Mexican consulate and partly funded by the government, continues operations. She is a member of Uso Orchidea Club and resides at 805 North Street.

Mary Esther Gustellanos Mexican Library Association Jose G. Pineda Miss Casitllmos Dolorosa Sireet Rosaura Martinez-Garma Miss Castellanos Uso Orchidea Club North Street

Southern senators back wage hour bill differential plan

Washington with a seven member Senate panel showed initial support for regional wage differentials in a nationwide minimum bill as pay concessions became a major dispute among House members on the joint conference. Senator Harrison of Mississippi warned any extended floor fight hinges on the conference outcome.

Washington Wagit Taday House Joint Conference Committee Harrison Democrat Senate Ellen Ser Louisiana Wemoesat

Insurgents Bombard Cerbere and Port Bou Border Fight

In May 27, about 2000 residents of Cerbere fled underground for protection as eight Spanish raiders bombed the border, hitting the railway between Cerbere and Port Bou. Port Bou escaped direct hits while a 41 ton mail car was blown from tracks, three houses destroyed, and three people injured by shattered windows. French searchlights tracked the planes but no French fire was directed.

Cerbere Prince Cerberet Port Bou International

Progress Report On League Program At Regional Meeting

E. E. McAdams executive secretary of the league reported favorable progress on the regulative program of the Texas Municipalities League. The plan includes state highway department construction of designated highways and revenue from motor license fees with city exemptions from the state gasoline tax. A complete report and recommendations are due at the 1938 state meeting in Port Arthur in October.

Weaghe Texas E. E. McAdams League Plaza Hotel Highway Department Port Arthur McAdams

City Health Head Dr W A King Gets New Auto

City health officer Dr W A King will use a new coupe bought by the city for 749 80 after credit for the 1929 Ford. The commission also bought a Diamond T truck chassis for 475 and paid 171 for a adding machine. Cement bags cost 368 and pipe fittings from San An Supply totaled 70147.

New Auto W. A. King City Commission Milam Chevrolet Company Pr. King Moser Equipment Corporation Burroughs Adding Machine Company Dave Lehn, Inc San Ane Machine and Supply Company

Czech Customs Portrayed In School Program at Alamo Heights

A program featuring Czech customs, folk songs, and a talk on Czechoslovakia's present situation was held at Alamo Heights Junior High auditorium Friday. Dr. Joseph Roucek of New York University spoke, with Mrs Roucek performing folk songs. The event was sponsored by Wesley Circle of Alamo Heights Methodist Church.

Alatio Heights Joseph Roucek Wesley Circle Alamo ‘Heights Mrs. Roucek

Recital Slated by Concert Violinist Eisenberg

Concert violinist B Barclay Eisenberg brother of cellist Maurice Eisenberg will give a recital at the G Anthony Hotel ballroom Monday priced at 2.18 per seat. He has been first violinist with the New York Symphony Orchestra under Walter Datorosch for three years and previously played with the Philadelphia Orchestra under Stokowski. The event is sponsored by the San Antonio committee and the American Art Federation for relief for Jews.

B. Barclay Eisenberg Maurice Eisenberg G. Anthony Hota San Antonin Committee American Art Federaion Eisenberg New York Symphony Orchestra Walter Datorosch Stokowoki Phidelphia Orchestra

Release demands stall in Dahl exchange talks in Spain

In Salamanca on May 21 the government refused a prisoner exchange for American Harold E. Dahl, shot down last July, despite efforts by his wife to secure his release. Dahl told insurgent authorities he would not fly again for them, expressing fear and a desire to return to the United States.

Salamanca Spain Harold E. Dahl Dablind Mark Pahl United States

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