MUSSOLINI ANNOUNCES CHOICE IN EVENT OF WAR Will Weight On Germany's Side
Throw His Only Issue Doubtful Is When She Would Intervene
Rome, To-day.
Signor Mussolini's speech, in which he demanded a plebiscite for all nationalities in Czecho- Slovakia which demanded them, is generally interpreted as indication that Italy will side with Germany in the event of a general war. It is not clear, however, at what point her benevo- lent neutrality might develop into armed inter- vention.
Nevertheless the Duce's desire for a peaceful solution is stressed, and the speech is described as a sober contribution to ultimate
settlement.
"We hope even at this late hour,” he declared, "that a peaceful solu- tion will be found. We hope that if this is not possible that an even- tual conflict will be confined and localised. Should this not be pos sible and should a campaign of uni- versal character for or against Signor Mussolini in his speech, Prague develop, the world must which was delivered at Trieste, de-¡know that Italy's side has already scribed Mr. Neville Chamberlain as the "flying messenger of peace.”
ITALY'S CHOICE
been chosen."
JEWISH QUESTION
of
The Jewish question which was originally intended to be the prin- cipal topic of the speech, was not Il Duce expressed the hope that mentioned until the near end
peaceful solation would be reached, and indicated that if there is to be a major conflict, Italy had already chosen her position.
a
who
the address and then made little impression upon the hearers were still under the influence the remarks on the more important question.
of
Emphasising that the race pro- blem had become acute for Italy German reaction to Signor Mus-
since the conquest of the Empire, solini's speech, says a Berlin re-the Duce declared that those Jews who possessed Italian citizenship port, is one of utmost satisfaction. and who performed military or The speech is described as being civil service for Italy would be extremely helpful and clarifying, dealt with understanding and justice particularly his support of the but that the rest of Italian Jews plebiscite proposal, which is re- would be removed from the public. garded as clear indication where life of the country.Trans-Ocean. Italy's place will be in the event of a Czech refusal. Reuter.
.
Arriving on the torpedoboat de- stroyer, Camicia Nera, the Duce was jubilantly cheered as he mount- ed to the speaker's platform design- ed in the form of a ship's bridge. His words were interrupted by con- stant ovations.
DR. TRAUTMANN IN BERLIN
The Duce declared that regardless
Geneva, Yesterday: of the Berlin-Rome Axis and the
The German Ambassador in sentiments of friendship that binds Italy with Hungary and Poland, China, Dr. Oscar Trautmann, who one must look at the matter from had been requested by the Ger- man Government to come to Ber- the European standpoint and « de- cide upon the simplest and most lin for the purpose logical and radical solution.
The only solution
infoi ation concerning
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NO BRITISH STATEMENT
London, To-tlay?" The Anglo-French talks yes- terday lasted a total of over No statement eight hours. whatever from British quarters. hitherto has been forthcoming regarding the talks.
It is expected that the French delegation will return
-Reu to Paris this morning. — ter.
RUMANIA BUILDING ROAD FOR SOVIET TO CROSS
Bucharest, To-day. Rumania has increased the la- bour force working on the strategic railroad which would link Czecho-
KING AT WINDSOR Slovakia with Russia in an almost
London, To-day.
direct line, according to a reliable.
source.
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The King spent the weekend Meanwhi quietly at Royal Lodge, Windsor, ment, troops have been shifted and yesterday morning attended to points where they might be service at the Royal Chapel where needed in case of disorders or prayers were offered for peace. His conflicts.
British Majesty does not intend to return to
until London
to-day. Wireless.
WEATHER FORECAST
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NEED FOR HASTE Emphasising the need for haste in solving the present difficulty, Mussolini had a word of praise for Mr. Chamberlain, whom he charace terised as the "flying messenger of peace” who had also realised – the lot need of haste since every delay not only complicates the solut increases the danger
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