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No. 14788
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28, 1935.日三初月一十
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RAS DESTA NEARS MOGADISCIO
ITALIAN BASE THREATENED
DARING RAID INTO SOMALILAND
.100,000 WARRIORS AT
GRAZIANI'S REAR
Harrar, Nov, 27.
A serious threat to the Italian communications in the South is present in the Ethiopian advance into Italian Somali- land, the tribesmen led by the capable Ras Desta, brother-in-law of the Emperor.
..
The advance bands of Fanno tribesmen, among the finest fighting men in Africa, reconnoitring ahead of Ras Desta's forces, are nearing Iscia Baidon, an important town in Italian Somaliland, only 150 miles from the capital, Mogadiscio.
It would appear that the Italian reports that Råg Desta's raiders were annihilated by aircraft and infantry attacks were either grossly exaggerated or that the Italian authorities were misled. In any event, Ras Desta is still marching, -
The main body of Ethioplan raiders is reported some distance to the north-west of Mogadiscio.
ITALIAN DENIAL
Rome, Nov. 28,
Reports of Ethiopian victories and the italian withdrawal from Blakale are officially dismissed as ridiculous. It is unnecessary, the authorities askeri, even to deny such obviously false reports. The real position is that the Italians are in complete and solid
All possession of positions occupied.-Reutor.
BRITAIN DEFENDS
L. TSANA
CLOSE WATCH ON ITALIAN ARMY
PUSHING OIL EMBARGO
A reliable account of Ras Desla's invasion states that this mysterious warrior, mounted on a white mule, led i hin Sidomo tribesmen, numbering nearly 100,000 men, down the Jubn Valley and crossed the frontier inte Italian Somaliland days ago. Many of his men have died, either in battle or from the fever-ridden and arid ell. mate. Nevertheless, winding their way like gigantic snakes, his columns have pushed inexorably on until the nd- sagra Ordinases, 1. Received, November vance is now causing perturbation at Mogadiscio.
(Special to "Tolograph”) (ly Telegraph. Copyright. Telegraphia Mra-
27. a.m.)
Picture shows Ethiopian troops leaving a train at an important paint near Harar, to form, an
outpo at for defence ayninxi Italian aircraft, s
ELLSWORTH PLANE CALLING
WEAK SIGNALS ARE HEARD IN N.Z.
CONTINUOUS
WATCH..
Wellington, Nov. 28.
JAPANESE LEAVE FENGTAI
SUNG CHEH-YUAN
OST
REFUSES
NANKING MAY ATTACK
Paiping, Nov. 28. The purposes of their demonstration The signals which HLAS. Dunedin having apparently been met, the picked up, and which are believed to Japanese military authorities this have come from Lincoln Ellsworth, morning withdrew thele troops from the lust polar flier were very weak Fengtai and Changyimen stations. and unreadable. The call signal, enter. KUNIR, was heard several times, however, removing any doubt as to tho identity of the distant sender.
The Ellsworth.plane appeared to be giving its position in ligures, re- peating the same thing over and over ngain.
any
This indicates that the fliers are down. But their position cannot be
with estimated
necuracy. Apparently, helpless themselves, they are sending out signals in the hope of attracting attention and bringing rescuers to the scene. Ellsworth and a companion set out on a flight un which they intended to map a new In the event of that area being en: part of the const of Little America, tered by Italian troops, it in intimated and claim the country for the United that the British Governoient would states. They have been missing
London, Nov. 27. Ras Desta's threat hus compelled Authorities are considering reports General Graziani to divert strong that the Italians may suon invade the
Lake Tsana region,
forces from the high land of the Juba area to meet the. dangerous raid. Reuter.
MAKALE ABANDONED
Addis Ababa, Nov. 27.
i
call the attention of Italy to the four days.--Renter. Treaty of 1888 and seek officini as
that the integrity of the
surances
The entire population of the capital Treaty would be respected. The
defines the Apheres
is wildly celebrating on the Italiane economic influence of its signatories, of the official claim that the aró evacuating Mukale, and in the ab- Britain, Franco sence of
from the Italian | The Cabinet, meanwhile, any news side discrediting the report,
The people declare that the Italians
Italy. and
LONG SILENCE
New York, Nov. 27. The New York Times, which publi shes exclusively news of the Lincoln has re- Ellsworth expeditions to the Southern affirmed its desire that the League Polar regions, announced to-day that extend sanctions to oil. Simul- Ellsworth had been silent for four
now realise they have bitten if more Sir Samuel Hoare, the days since starting on his light of ex-|
than they can chow.
Meanwhile,
Minister, has been appointed ploration. At least, the paper said, the Government circum-to take charge of the Committee of no calls from his plane had been stantially reports that 1,000 Italian Eighteen which will meet sour, prob- heard.-United Freas.
troop hurriedly evacuated the eity oli umbargo.--United Press.
who have been garrisoning ahly on December 5, consider the
yesterday, with tanks, guns, stokes
and lorries. The track back to
Adigrat is crowded with men.
CAUSE OF WAR?
REPORT CONFIRMED
Wellington, Nov. 28.. Lincoln Ellsworth's signals, Leying Rome, Nov. 27. to indicate his position, were picke A captured officer of the Askaris
It is stated officially that the 90 day up by the steamer Monowni, on her attributes the sudden Italian retrent demobilisation of 100,000 troops has way from Wellington to Aukland. to over-hastiness, in advance, and the been cancelled "in view of the atmos She confirms the report of the signals mistake made in not clearing the sur-phere of uncertainty created by re-heard by H.M.S. Dunedin.-Beuter, rounding country, including the
of possible additions to the perts of Temblen Plateau, and thus sécuring sanctions list." their communications before advanc- ing further-Router,
RETREAT CONFIRMED
Addis Ababa, Nov. 27. Offcially it is stated that 1,000 white Italian troops have evacuated Mokslo and returned to Adigeat, thus abandoning the 53 mille advance which
This is apparently a hint that Italy considers an embargo on oil, coni, cotton, fron and steel would be a cause for war against the powers backing) the sanctions-United Presa.
TROOPS MOVING
Rome, Nov. 27. With referenco to the reported: gratified the Italian command a movement of Italian troops as a re- month ago. However, it is believed sult of the situation caused by pro. that Askaris continue to garrison the posals to extend sanctions to include oll, it is stated in well-informed circles Ethiopian city.
Objecting To Nazi Visit
BRITISH LABOUR
WARNING
kho occasion of
DECLINES POST
Nanking, Nov. 28. General Sung Cheh-yuan haa tele graphed to the National Government declining the post of Pacification Com. missioner of Hopei and Charlur. He addressed his reply to General Ho Ying-ching, and says he is incapable
PROMUOREITMANBRIERUBENÉ JAMAHERDANIGRAD
DUBLIN SENATE'S DAYS NUMBERED
De Valera Continues Reform Campaign
Dublin, Nov. 28. Mr. Eamon De Valera,
ITALIAN- AMERICAN QUARREL
U.S. FORBIDS OIL SHIP SAILING
CARGO FOR ITALY
(Special to "Telegraph")
Washington, Nov. 27. Diplomatic secrecy has velled the apparent alash between-the- United Sintes and Italy since the United States refused to permit the oil- of oil to Italy. tanker "Ulysses" to anil with a cargo
Well-informed circles herò express the belief that the Italian Ambassador protested
to the United States Secretary of State against the ac- tion. However, neither the Depart
nent of State nur the Italian Embassy
will confirm this. One official said: "It is top delicate to. [discuss," which remark diplomuta have interpreted as a laclt admission of a controversy,
It is indicated that, the United States in standing firm on its refusal
JAPAN CABINET STRUGGLE
FINANCE MINISTER HARD PRESSED
ARMY AND NAVY URGE BIG APPROPRIATIONS
(SPECIAL TO “TELEGRAPH”)
(By_Telegraph. Copyright, Telegraphic Messages Ordinance, 1894. Received, Nov. 28, 2.15 p. m.)
Tokyo, Nov. 28. The War Ministry and the Finance Ministry in the Im- perial Cabinet have reached a virtual deadlock regarding thu budget. Statement and counter-statements are expected to continue.
Replying to the contention of the Minister of Finance, Mr. Takahashi, that the Japanese position was not, especially endangered by the recent complications in Europe and else where, the War Office, has thundered: "National defence must not be neglected.".
Also, the War Office asserts, in the event of anybody. fearing that the army's demands will be resented by the popu- lation, part of which is already financially distressed; politicians should seek a remedy for the situation.
The War Office points out that Japan's wealth is increasing and that the Army's demands are for indispensables.
LAVAL IN STRONGER POSITION
OPPONENTS FAIL TO AGREE
FRANC SHOWS
STRENGTH
Paris, Nov. 27.
M. Pierre Laval's prospects of retaining control of the French Cham-i ber of Deputies, and keeping hia
to
Cabinet meetings will continue un- til this position is threshed out, dir. Takahashi remains adamant, asserting that the budgeted amounts for the nalion's defence are adequate, He denies that he fails to realise the im- portance of national defence re- quirements.
The Minister for War, · General Kawashima, and the Navy Minister, Admiral Osumi, explained to the Cabinet the necessity of maintaining Japan's international position with regard to defence mattorn
So far other Cabinet ministers have not participated in the debata Both sides are expected to present new arguments to-morrow,United ProsN..
H.K. DIVORCE PETITION
BY COURT
to permit the sailing of the tanker, Cabinet in office, were somewhat DECREE NISI GRANTED' The Director of the Shipping Board, brighter this afternoon. Mr. J. C. Peacock said: "There is no The Left Group
unable was change in the status of the Ulysses."secure a united front for to-morrow's
-Uaited Prean.
debate, at which its landers hoped A petition for divorce was prosented to bring such pressure to bear that by Mr. James McCloskio before the M. Laval would be forced to resign. Chief Justice, Sir Atholl MacGregor,
The Bourse reacted to the new in the Divorce Division
president of the Irish Free Close Bond Of situation, Rentes rising three-quarters Supreme Court this morning.
State, has finally decided to abolish the Senate: He has tabled the necessary motion, which will come up in the Dail on December, S. It is a motion for the, re-intro- duction of the Bill abolishing the Upper House, which was held up for eighteen months following its rejection by the Senate.
The matter can now be constitutionally raised again, and the Bill can become law.. within sixty days even if it is rejected again by the Senatd. Reuter.
Friendship
ANGLO-SWEDISH
RELATIONS
London, Nov. 27,
of a
of
the
point in half an hour after the
was petitioner's The respondent The frane was also stronger. open Left Group will
wife, Mra, Lilian May McClosko, Mr. meot
again to
to Douglas Salmon Green was named as morrow and attempt to find enough co-respondent. Neither the respon- common, solid ground on which to dent nor the co-respondent was pre- set their feet for the onslaught on sont in Court nor were they legally the Government. Radicals, however, represented.
favour starting the Chamber debate Tho
was granted nisi to be made absolute, in
with the consideration of the fatto petitioner the frane and the best polley to de-
three fend it. This, they maintain, is the first
months. Mr. H. C. Macnamara, instructed Speaking to-night at a dinner of maintala; and this is what M. Laval by Mr. H. J. Armeirong, of Mes
Deacons, appeared for the petitioner, the Anglo-Swedish Socialy in Lon-| M. Laval has asserted that the de- Mr. Macnamara said the petition was don, at which the Crown Prince of fence of the frane.is the most vitally for the dissolution of his client'a Sweden WAR A guest, the essential task of the Government marriage with his wife on the ground Foreign Secretary. Bir Samue! If Parliament does not agree, he says, bf adultery, Hoare, said Britain and Sweden had let the Chamber declare itself, and the Evidence was then given by the recently been engaged in a common will resign." He has made the Isino | politioner and His Lordship heard, task at Geneva task to which clear-cut-Reuter.
evidence by Miss J. Edwards ns to: domicile.
| League members had sat thoir hands with one purpoão, to preserve · and strengthen the machinery for peace
CHUKAMATACAKLARI SAATCREAMOand he paid a tribute to the Swedish
Ivien.
·Renter
Tokyo, Nov. 29.
Foreign Minister, M. Sandler.
Sir Samuel Hoare remarked
that never before had so many nations spoken with one voice, Sweden and
GREEK KING
IN TROUBLE
with his
05
по
Referring to the muttor of damages,“ mentioned in the petition, His Lord- ship said: I am rather in difficulty as regards this extremely dificult point, na I have evidence whatsoever be. for me that this is one of
mo Whore
one of those cases here a man was robbed of his wife evidence
of that sort After hearing the
ovidence, Hie Lordship granted a decreo-nisi, to be made absolute, in three months,
LOCAL DOLLAR UNCHANGED
of shouldering such heavy responsibil
Since it is already dimeult to safe her neighbours in Northern Europe ALREADY BICKERING by the co-respondent. There is no guard the security of. Peiping and though for removed from the scene (Special is "Telegraph”), Tientsin, I fear I cannot undertake of conflict, showed not a moment's The Ethiopians are jubilant and that no indications have been given of
WITH CABINET are convinced that the Italians' any collective movements.
the heavier responsibility of pacifying hesitation In responding to the call London, Nov, 27. fallure in "mopping, up" operations is However, it is recalled that an au-
Athens, Nov. 29. The General Orunell of the Trade Hopel and Charlar," he says of their obligations as members of the League of Nations. It had been
Two days after his return to the forcing their withdrawal from their thoritative' spokesman has stated Union Congress has called the atten
atosting time for them all, and throne of Greco, King George has present line and make it necessary that Italy would regard a ban on tion of the Home Secretary to reports
-STRICT CENSORSHIP. he had followed closely the currents become involved in a for them to consolidate their positions petrol as a grave act and would have that thousands of Nazis would pass
serious clash of opinion in every country which was
the question Eritrea. nearer
to reconsider her attitude towards in processions through London,
ministers called upon to play its part, Commenting on yesterday's an-Banctions.
In Sweden, those currents had ap- of the amnesty... Although the order rolleving 100,000 Zvior coaches decorated with the North China rews despatches are [
Hin Majesty ordered Goreial nouncement that the Italians had
swastika emblem on evacuated
Corrahel and Gerlagubi, a troops.from, duty in the colonies has the football match between Germany "Rently subject to heavy consor.proximated so closely to the pubile Kondylis, the Prime Minister, to sub-
opinion which has found such strong mit the draft of tha Palace ofléial sald:
been announced, it has now beer and England on the Emperor's cancelled-Reuter-Special. "It fully Justifion
wide, The situation at Tientsin, where expression among the British people, hiszignature bral amnesty. Council states. The
Kondylis the Japanese have provented the that he had felt how close were the -opinion that his troops ara continually
acctions, of the British people view despatching of freight train to the affections of the two peoples and how has not yet complied, owing to the demoralising the Italians and proves
with abhorrence the brutal Intoler south, in unexplained United Press, suro a
of the tank - the absurdity of Rome's manortions
anco towards organised labour dis
the inclusion of and her was shown of the
The official rate of the Hongkong that Ogaden has submitted to the
played by the Nazi Government,
And
JAPANESE PRECAUTIONS neighbours. agreed with. Venizelos and M. Plasteras and other dollar was unchanged at la. bd, this Italian dictatorship.
saucsa warning of the grave risk
had recently mid that leaders of the revelt of last March morning, Sandler, who If Ethioplan; announcement-is The King and Queen expect to of a serious disturbance of peace.
Tientsin, Nov. 28,- the historical action of the League in the amnesty list.
Business rates on opening were 1 true, the Italians are-now-back where leave London for Sandringham after An appeal is niado to the Home A Japanese military spokesman was an abiding det. In times ... of A deadlock Ima been reached. Itis 6d. sellers and 1s, 5.11/16d, buyer, they were on November 23, 1934, the State opening of Farilament next Secretary to prohibit the match and stated; to-day that the purpose of trouble, nations would remember that Majesty is expected to make somo) with I. 6% di recofted later, 3 The when the Boundary Commission ar Tuesday, and will rein there for the visit of Nax! contingenta-Reuter bringing about 000; Kwantung Army s determined effort had been made to move to break it, possibly to-day-market is quietlyabeady, // but not rived at Ualual-United Press. about a week-British Wireless. Special.
(Continued on Page 1) kinzo*now”tralias=British¬39fr@teza.** | Reuter:
much business is passing,
the
THEIR MAJESTIES
London; Nov. 21.
Almuir, his Cabinet, and indeed
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