The Archive · 1938

Problem of the Soviet Accord

Other problems were also discussed, notably that of the Franco-Soviet Pact. It is understood that Lord Halifax declared that his country takes into consideration the repercussions this entente may eventually have on the settlement of various European problems but does mot against the pact as such.

Political circles here voiced great satisfaction over the results of the present talks, which re-emphasized the complete understanding and community of views prevailing between Paris and London. The ce-operation of both countries is complete, it was pointed out, despite the many efforts made to separate them.

The reaffirmation of the positions outlined on April 29 proves sufficiently that the solidarity of both countries is closer tham ever, politicians here declared.—Havás. spent by Their Majesties in P. marked by a colourful Gard at Bagatelle in the Bois de Boulos: ich was followed by a brilliant quet at the British Emba The Sovereigns spent the evening at the Grand Opera where they att gala performance:

Tremendous Enthusiasm Ki ure to Bagatelle to demonstra r anth official procession of ten ca proceeded along Rue d Avenue des Champs Elysees, Avenue Foch and through the Bois de Boulogne, while thousands upon thousands of Parisians, held back with soldiers who lined ed endless!

The Garden Party had the intimate and aristocratic character which became the site of Bagatelle, a picturesque "folie" of the Eighteenth Century, surrounded with a park designed by the best gardeners of that time. In brilliant sunshine, Their Majesties. President Lebrun and a few distin nished guests attended a dancing per formance which had as its background the famous Bagatelle roser

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