Moscow, Sept. 11.
Important military measures have been taken in the proximity of Soviet Russia's western borders in order to face any emergency.
The Kiev and White Russia military districts have become "special districts" and have been granted an autonomy similar to that of the Far Eastern Army in order that they may enter into immediate action if neeessary. Roads and railways between Moscow and the western borders have been undergoing strenuous repairs ever since the Anschluss, and are now. entirely modernized, The effectives of the army have been brought to maximum figures and kept ready for action. A new contingent is gradually being called to the colours while recruits whose terms are due to expire will be kept until September 20. The autumn manoeuvres ended recently but it is understood that the troops have not re" turned to their garrisons, Long lines of mechanized units have been seen frequently progressing along. the main roads. Huge quantities of supplies, foodstuffs, and other. materials have been stored for the year.—Havas. t army since the beginning of the
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