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COPTIC RELIGION IN EGYPT.

NEW ANGLE TO PUZZLING SITUATION.

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CHRISTIANS TURNING TO ISLAM.

THE EX-EMPRESS ZITA.

HUNGARIAN ROYAL FAMILY ON HARD TIMES.

́ITALY'S 'FRIENDSHIP "WITH

VATICAN,

LONDON (U.P.). - The religions tematically opposed the agitation question is one of the main hins of the reforming party to bring the drances to the settlement of Egypt's | finances of the monasteries. under troubles. Internal intrigues, all | proper financial control. along, have prevented complete Ariba had set his heart on be-

Paris (U.P.) The Empress Zita's politica peace, but the death in coming patriarch, though he knew August, 1997, of the Patriarch by doing so that he was breaking dreams of power are over, one of the canon law and the ancient the best informed of Hungarian traditions of his church.

The reform party had right on emigres residing in Paris, told the their side, and held that the elec-United Press recently. 210

tion of Abuna Harah Sulama Prince Otto, whom she equipped Her son, was according to the traditions and and educated for the throne at laws of the Coptic church. They

Cyril, after a reign of 30 years, has provided a

abgle new

to the puzzling situation.

Roughly speaking, there fourteen millions of Moslems and, one million Copts in Egypt. But so backward is the administration of the Coptio church and so little are its priests instructed, that at least 400 leave the Christian faith every year and adopt Islam.

"Presbyterians in Fören.

There is, nevertheless, a consider able number of younger, and some older, Copts who are enlightened and earnest Christians, and still hold the orthodox faith, refusing to follow the 50,000. Copts who have jained the Presbyterian church, brought into existence by the American mission.

At the death of Cyril there were hopes that a man would occupy the throne of the first patriarch, St. Mark who by using the great wealth of the Coptic monasteries, would teach and maintain a minis- try which would stop the leakage to Islam and bring the light and life of Christ not only to the Copta, but through them to Egypt.

According to the cammon law, no bishop can be appointed patriarch ; he must be a monk who has spent some time in a monastery. Acting on the procedure of former elec; tions, and with the cognisance and approval of Sarwat Pasha, who was then Premier, an election took place in Cairo by representative laymen from all over Egypt, and a priest named Abuna Harmah Sulama, formerly a monk, was elected by an overwhelming majority.

When this was put up to the Premier for approval some mysteri- ous power intervened, and Sarwat Pasha informed the Copts that he had appointed Ariba Yohanis, the bishop of Alexandria, as acting patriarch.

also had the assurance that who-Budapest, must begin again his ever was appointed, Ariba Ychatis stadies of a reality in which his and petitions of protests poured in could never be legally nominated role will be far from great.

And this is also the case with from all parts of the country.

Prince Aforecht, rival with Otto, Months dragged on, and the term for the crown of Hungary: the royal of Ariba Yohanis is acting patri Wittiesbach pretender of Bavaria, arch was extended by six months at and the tottering Bourbons who now a time. The reform party sent a rule in Madrid. deputation to the King, who refer red them to Nabas Pasha, the Premier, He, however, was de posed before they could interview him, and the new Premier would not meet them.

Breaking all Precedent. It was then realised that it was intended to break all precedent and any Coptic opposition to enthron ing Yohania. This was how it was accomplished.

ing of the Meglis. Millo, the elected A lawyer, Dos, attended a meet. council of laymen, whose powers were strictly limited, the appoint ment of the patriarch not being one of then, and tried to force the coun- eit into asking the King to draw up the procedure for election, as they could not agree among them selves.

sent, exactly the quorum according There were sixteen members pre- to the council's constitution. Two resigned there and then, thereby defeating for the time the design of the lawyer.

Last year a royal decree was issued commanding the election of the patriarch and oaming 49 of the royal nominees, pashae and beys. Some were not orthodox Copts at all-ene was a Roman Cathobe, two

"Their dreans have vanished in the scrawl of signatures on the parchment which friendly relations between the Got re-established ernment of Italy and the Vatican," the United Press informant stated. "It was to the Pope that the legitimists looked to far their prin- cipal support. Now that Italy and Vatican have joined hands they realize that the chief instrument for affecting a restoration has been taken from them..

Plans of Be-Conquest, "The plans of cloborated with infinite patience by re-conquest, the former-empress during her long exile have been virtually rendered useless; because in all of them the Holy See appeared as the fulcrum by means of which Otto, would be

would not hesitate, if pushed, to is a woman of courage and she levered into the highest place. Zita

remake her plans, but she is also an old woman and such a step is not likely."

The atmosphere in the Basque home of Zita, it was learned, hoa changed from one of ingenuous ex- pectancy to melancholy disenchant ment.

AFGHAN'S NEW KING..

A SIMPLE ROUGH AND READY FELLOW.

CONTEMPT FOR DANGER

AND COMFORT.

Bombay, March 25 (U.P.) Bachai-sakao, water-carrier, rebel leader, and Dow self-proclaimed king of Afghanistan must be a

the stories which are being told simple sort of fellow jadging from about him.

!

Habibullah, as he calls himself, is described as a short man wit thiqkset figure. He wears a heavy beard, and although he gives the appearance of having a bold air. he wears clothes conspicuous for. their lack of finery.

One typical story of his sim plicity, the authenticity of which is got vouched for, deals with a spring bed.

Kabul after he had entered the Upon occupying the palace in capital at the head of the rebel army, he eventually found his ideal bedroom in what had formerly been Amanullah's bathroom. There

spring bed was placed for him. but when he lay upon it for the first time he was greatly alarmed at the movements beneath him as he turned.

Jumping out of bed, be called his guard to search for an assassin in the room, but without result.

crime is illustrated by the story of Habibullah's personal aversion to the treatment of a man who was brought before him on a charge of stealing a carpet. His punishment was to be secured in such a manner

him to explain his crime to every- ap, and a sentry was posted by that he could neither sit nor stand

one that passed by.

Bachai-sakno's power over his troops is augmented by the belief that he has a charmed life.

Been

Once during his December attack open, regardless of the fact that the on Kabul he was standing in the

Austro-Hungary intact, aamarred by him personally. One shell fell at The old atlas shewing an enemy guns were directed against the dividers and sub-dividers of his feet and threw him violently to or three were Presbyterians, and Versailles, lies untouched. Zita is the ground in a shower of dust, so many others were unsuited Opposing the Reformers,

By the decree 24 bishops were

reported to be planning a short visit the story runs, but when the air Many years ago Ariba Yohanis appointed to take part in the electo France solely for the purpose of had cleared again he was was a servant to a family at Assent, tion and 94 of the Meglis Mille. escaping the oppressive tension of getting up from the ground unhurt. the chief town in upper Egypt. On December 7, the so-called, elec. a house over which hangs the due risks now that he has attained But Habibullah does not take un- Oving to a quarrel with his master tion took place, and even then, had he fled to a monastery where he there beed a really secret ballot. became a mont In due time he Yohanis would not have received was..promoted to bishop of Alexan | the overwhelming majority or even dria, a post that he held for many a majority, at, all reara, until he ultimately became Nine days later he was enthroned the second in sealority to the patriarch, spiritual ruler of the Patriarch Cyril. Ariba bas sys Coptic religion.

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shadow of failure.

When she reaches Paris she will probably go into the country beyond the city to a convent where she is known by the tranquil nuns. She alone of the household. seems to realize fully the importance of what

has taken place..

Otto and his brothers and sisters go on with their games and studies, Otto has grown a little bored. He likes the hum of the miniature zeppelins and biplanes and so he

his objective Realising the enmity with which he is faced he often at- tends prayers surrounded by soi- diers with loaded rifles who closely guard the mosque in which he wor- ships.

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plays with the toys of war which BRITISH CAPTAIN SAID TO had been his preparation for the crown but which now are only play- things. But Otto and the dream of a throne are both the fruit of that

who was born to be queen. Prince Otto is too young

woman

to be tragic:

Parliamenta or. Kings? Zita will remain in Spain, for Spain is the only country which avows a whole-hearted allegiance to Rome, Her spirit, undaunted by war and its borrible aftermath, will 30 on.

Those who have seen Zita recent I say she has changed, that the fire has disappeared from her eyes and all that remains is a cold ashen regard for her children. Efforts are

Lospos (U.P.), A new one-man machine gun, which is self-loading and capable of Bring 35 shots a minute, it is understood, is being experimented with by the British Three well-known comedians figur-War Office, and if eventually adopt ed in Court proceedings on the same ed, is likely to have an important day in London recently.

influence on battle tactics in the Mr. Justice Luxmoore, in the future. Chancery Division, made a com- The new gun weighs only one. mittal order against Mr. Will half pound more than the present Evans, the music hall artist, standard army rifle, but it is said respecting maintenance arrears due to be an infinitely more effective this former wife Bertram weapon addition to firing being made to persuade her to move. Long, for the wife, said that the arrears amounted to more than $1,000, and although a court order had been made against Mr. Evans to pay £7 a week of the arrears, he had paid nothing..

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Condicting reports have been re- RETURN SEASON three British officers of the Donald son Line steamer Tritonis who have been arrested following the explo ion in their ship in Buena Ventura Bay, Colombia.

The ship, carrying 200 tons of dynamite, caught fire and blew up, two persons being killed. Mose of the others on board escaped without injury,

The three arrested officers are: Captain Robert White, Second Officer MacMie, and Third Oficer Angus MacDonald.

No" Confirmation. We have cabled for confirmation

One report from Colombia stated her residence to France but she that the crew had aison been placed refuses. If the revolutionary move

under arrest, pending an investiga- ment succeeds in banishing Alfonso tion into the explosion.

It was from Stain, Zita may come, an old followed by an unofficial message; lady with a large family, with received by a member of the Naviga aim. Further there is less recoil.

talent for sovereignty in an age tors and General Insurance Com It was disclosed that he had turn-

It can be fired from the shoulder which prefers parliaments to kings.

It is generally known that the the vessel had been released.

pany in London, that the master of ed himself into a business, called and can be set for semi-automatic Will Evans and Company, owned

or full automatic ring. The new Hapsburgs, the Wittelsbachs and by his present wife. He said before the United States Army, but the Pope looked to them for aid in the of this but so far have received no weapon is based on a design of the Bourbons were the principal supporters of the Pope and that the Mr. Justice Tomlin that his eara-

understood to ings were approximately £50 a week original design is as a rule, and he now alleged that have been considerably improved extension of his power. The treaty answer," said an official of the coin- he had no money.

upon by the Birmingham Small with Italy is interpreted among the pany. Our last mncsége was from menting with it for two years, Arms Co., who have been experi- royalist emigres as a capitulation, the captain, in answer to a cable we that is, a surrender of royalism to sent assuring him and his crew of One problem that has yet to be democracy. Well posted individuals our help. It said: Thanks assist worked out is that of the mainten find in the treaty the "faia" of ance We have now cabled the aace of sufficient supplies of amall royal nspirations Catholicism, consul." munition for the soldier, but it is probable that this will be solved in the same way it was when machine guns were introduced."

Mr. Evans did not appear, and the judge ordered that the commital order should lie in the office if he paid.

Harry "Weldon's £25 a Week. Mr. Hurry Weldon, the music hall artiet, gave evidence of his means in the Chancery Division, when he appeared on a judgment summons respecting arrears due to his wife) under & Divorce Court order.

Defaulting Income Tax Man, When the best statutory meching Mr. Tindale Davis, for the wife of the creditors of Mr. Davy suid that the order was made in Buenaby, the actor, was held at the 1928 for Mr. Weldon to pay his London Bankruptcy Court it was wife £20 a week, and the arrears stated that his affairs had been amounted to. 2420. Mr. Weldon, looked after by an income tax col according to an affidavit, had been loctor who disappeared.. earning a large income..

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Mr. Weldon said that his average weekly earnings between May 1920 and 1927 were £67, and the next year they were £63 a week. Then the slump came, and from May, 1928, until the prosent day, his average weekly earnings dropped to £95 a week. He had earned ncthing during the past three months.

The man was subsequently con victed on a charge of misappro priation, and Mr. Burnaby die covered that he owed £3,000 to the Inland Revenue authorities.

They obtained judgment against him, and be filed his petition to avoid a committal order obtained by them.

Accounts submitted showed total Labilities of £6,231 and a deficiency Mr. Justice Luxrmore adjourned tributed his position to heavy of £5,734. Mr. Burnaby, who at the summons on Mr. Weldon's unclaims for income and super-tax, dertaking to pay £8 a week off the has been on the stage for twenty arrears. He said, that Mr. Weldon six years. complied with the order until September 1928.

The estate was left in the hands of the Official Receiver to wind up in bankruptcy,

(Continued on next Column),

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they hold, by embracing Fasciama has forsworn its policy of aiding the disposnessed royal families. One in formant asserted that it is ominous writing on the wall and bodes no good for Spain, last of the legitimate

nations.

CINEMA NEWS,

THE AWAKENING" TO-DAY

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Finally starred in “The Awaken- ing," the Samuel Goldwyn Picture which comes to the Queen's Theatre, to-day, Films Banky can now turn back and look with some pride at the steps of the screen ladder which she has climbed in the last three years.

The Foreign Office, who were stated in one report to have assured the Donaldson Line, in Glasgow, that the captain had been released, aud the others would shortly be free, added to the mystery.

"The three officers are still under arrest as far se the Foreign Office knows," a Press representative was informed. No mention of the crew consul for full particulars when was made. We telegraphed to the news was first given to us, but no. reply has yet been received

The arrest is a normal proce dure, the ship being in territorial waters, and there is no more we can do na yet.".

Reports received do not give any information on the charge being made against the officers.

"The Winning of Barbara" | ma Worth," "The Night of Love,"

The Magic Flame" and "The she has played a young beauty but Two Lovers with Ronald Colman has not been given an opportunity in pubife favour, and before "Two the heroine of as co-star gave her 5 firm footing for much acting. Marie Ducrot, Lovers," was filmed, it was decided however, fa a little Alsatian peasant The Awakening," that in the future she was to be girl capable of defying whole re- starred alone...

giments of cavalry and managing "The Awakening" shows her in a farm, a household, and a grand- a new mood. In previous pictures father without taking time off from ›(Continued at foot of next column.)her day dreams.

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