The Archive · 1936

Prime Minister's Statement

Reviewing the political situation, Mr. Baldwin expressed satisfaction at the settlement of the Arab strike in Palestine, resulting In an improvement in the situation and permitting the dispatch of a Royal Commission of Investigation. Meanwhile, he urged that such a controversial "subject should be avoided as it might inflame the feelings of either side, "We earnestly hope." Mr. Baldwin continued, "that both parties in Pales. tine will' ce-operate to the fullest extent with the Commission so that it may inaugurate an era of prosperity and peace in a land where we have had so many disappointments."

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