British air and naval forces refine Mediterranean postures
London reports a British air ministry buildup of Royal Air Force strength at Mediterranean stations as Italy and Ethiopia dispute. The Admiralty lists reinforce naval stations in the Mediterranean with support from the American West Indies fleet while keeping heavy air reinforcements secret. Movements near the Suez Canal and Guinean fronts are hinted but not detailed, signaling Britain’s readiness to defend interests amid rising tensions. The Ajax arrives at Gibraltar after Caribbean transit, while the Queen Elizabeth and Australia prepare for Mediterr anean duty, as fears of conflict loom over the region.
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Mussolini Rejects British Peace Proposals On Ethiopia
Mussolini dismisses the league peace plan as unacceptable and derisive in talks with Ward Price. He argues Abyssinia lacks a national identity beyond Amhara rule and asserts Italian guidance would benefit oppressed Ethiopian groups as tensions rise with Britain and France over Africa policy.
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Lloyd George Warns of Imminent World War Anew
In Bradford England Prime Minister David Lloyd George warned that war lies within a fortnights reach and blasted peace makers for delaying action as Italy readies for conflict. He urged decisive measures amid calls for reconstruction. A three room unfurnished apartment at 516 Dallas is for rent at 150 dollars monthly.
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Ethiopian adviser speaks on Italo-Ethiopian conflict stance
In Addis Ababa an adviser to Emperor Haile Selassie said no conferences were held to reconfirm League of Nations terms, reiterating no Italian protectorate or territorial concession. Five thousand Ethiopian warriors gathered at the imperial palace urging Milles and declaring readiness for war if needed.
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City funds pay for police and fire exams
City commissioners Thursday appropriated 163 from the general fund to cover examinations for 42 applicants for fire and police department positions. The tests were conducted by Dr. C. A. Holshouser after city health officer Dr. WwW. A. King reportedly had no time for sick work.
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Residents urged to clean chimneys before cold weather arrives
Fire and Police Commissioner Phil Wright urged home owners Thursday to have flues and chimneys cleaned ahead of cooler weather. He warned defective chimneys cause hundreds of fires annually and suggested contacting the city health department for chimney-sweep services. A $150,000 fire occurred at Monmouth Beach club.
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Millionaire lays claim to Ethiopian mineral rights
LAOMON Sept miner Chertok of New York arrives to offer over a million dollars for all Ethiopian mineral and ail' rights, claiming a preexisting concession that predates the American interest concession by Rickelt later nullified at Hull's suggestion. Geneva report notes Swanson statement on possible transfer of U S fleet from Pacific to Atlantic if war breaks out in Europe causing naval concern.
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War scare boosts Tokyo stock exchanges to late close
In Tokyo and Osaka markets the exchanges stayed open until 8:30 p.m. amid a war scare, with transactions hitting record highs not seen since 1878. Simultaneously, popular demonstrations expressed sympathy with Ethiopia during the Italo Ethiopian crisis.
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Dues Paid by S. A. Pays in Municipalities Body
The city council approved a 3800 appropriation for San Antonio to join the Texas League of Municipalities. Mayor and city commissioners endorsed the measure at the meeting held Thursday.
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Argentine Labor Federation backs League sanctions
The Argentine General Federation of Labor announced to the foreign ministry its support for League of Nations sanctions against the aggressor in the Italo Ethiopian conflict, urging prompt application of measures.
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Japan denies fortifying Pacific mandated islands
The Geneva charge that Japan was fortifying its mandated islands in the Pacific was officially denied. Japan said the operations were strictly economic public works projects, not military fortifications.
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Narcotic Charge Rising Bond Set in Arrest Case
A man identified as Benson, 22, was arrested by Narcotic officers with the help of immigration authorities. He faces charges tied to possession of heroin. The bond was increased from 1500 to 2500 dollars following the investigation.
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