The Archive · 1938

Berlin Denies Mobilization

Berlin, May 24. The Czechs have only invented the sertion that Germany is mobilizing in order to give the Czechs a pretext for mobilization, declares a communique issued here late last night.

Despite this manœuvre and "permanent provocations," the statement seys, "Germany has preserved her calmness, unmistakeably showing thereby the German will to peace, although Germany will be compelled to watch very seriously for any further incidents.

Third Incident Alleged sudeten German et the talk "was not unfavourable," and that Dr. Hodza showed himself "conciliatory and right Following the interview the Government, in a radio announcement, thanked the public for the calmness shown during the elections and appealed to political parties to refrain from demonstrations which might cause clashes.

The Government also announced that the maintenance of public order had now been entrusted solely to the police, gendarmerie and military.

This measure is expected to lead {c an improvement of the position in Sudeten regions, where there has been a grievance that members of patriotic organizations are entrusted with the maintenance of order.—Reuter. S

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