Restoration of the monarchy and establishment of a "Spanish Government on a regular basis," were expected by Spanish quarters here today following the fall of Barcelona A secret Spanish Nationalist agent has already approached the French and British Government and has emphasized that Gen. Franco intends to repatriate all foreign volunteers after his final victory, a reliable informant stated. There is no question of having ex-King Alfonso re-ascend the throne, Spanish observers continued. Rather, his son, Don Juan, former officer in the British Navy, will be asked to become sovereign of Spain.
It was pointed out that he would be "the best guarantee for the maintenance of Spanish integrity, which s indispensable for Br and in France."
Senor Pablo de Azcarate, Spanish Republican Ambassador here, called at the Foreign Office today and declared that his Government intended to continue fighting in Catalonia despite the fall of Barcelona.
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