The Archive · 1939

Occupied Memel

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Jewish residents of Memel continued their frantic efforts to leave Memel for Lithuanian territory.

A proclamation was issued by Lithuanian authorities urging the populace to maintain strict order and not to disturb the friendly relations between Lithuania and Germany.

Temporary martial law in Lithuaula but not Memel was ent forced today.

The Chairman of the Memel Directory, Herr Boetcher, took over the authority from the Lithuanian Governor, and appealed for calmness He said Lithuanian troops will be transported to Lithuania from Me jeme).—United Press.

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