Jerusalem, Oct, 27.
It is officially stated that the strength of the British forces in Palestine, excluding the police on the trans-Jordan frontier, is approximately 18,500 officers and men. New drafts are expected.
The maximum number of foreigners to be admitted into Palestine during the six months ending March 31, 1939, will be 4,870, according to the "Palestine Gazette.' It is understood that the majority of permits are intended for Jewish fmmigrants.
The Arab village of Miar, to the east of Acre, was demolished by sappers as a punitive measure yesterday, following numerous cases of sniping, also damage to the roads, and opposition to the troops.
The effectiveness of howitzers in calling a halt to the disturbances was demonstrated by the firing of several rounds, The military are taking measures to ensure the security of the roads in Northern Palestine.—Reuter.
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