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Brazil Puts Drastic Curbs on Activities of Foreigners

April 20, 1938
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The Brazilian Government today imposed drastic restrictions on the activities of foreigners in the country. The substantial German and italian communities were regarded as the obvious targets of the new regulations.

Special rules were established for the conduct of foreign schools, companies, and newspapers. Foreign organizations were forbidden to use insignia, flags, or uniforms suggestive of any aggressive designs. Foreign newspapers were subjected to censorship and foreign schools placed under direct Government control.

The Associated Press reported that President Getulio Vargas’ decree bans public demonstrations and political activities by foreigners.

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