In an Imperial Rescript to the nation on the occasion of the 2,600th anniversary of the empire's founding. Emperor Hirohito exhorted the nation to ce-operate in this time of emergency and enhance the glory of E n's fundamental spirit The Rescript, which was countersigned by all Cabinet Ministers, mentioned the great task performed by the first Emperor Jimmu in founding the empire.
The nation was urged to follow in the footsteps of the first monarch. carefully consider Imperial policy, and ce-operate in conquering the present emergency.
On receipt of the Imperial Rescript, the Premier, Admiral Mitsumasa Yonai, issued a statement asking the people to renew their determination and to act in accordance with the Imperial command, to enable the country to achieve the lofty mission of establishing a new order in East Asia.—Domei.
Telegrams Flood London Embassy London, Feb, 11.
Telegrams of felicitation flowed into the Japanese Embassy here all day today on the occasion of celebrations of the 2,600th anniversary of the Japanese Empire's foundation by the first emperor, Jimmu. fifth-generation descendant of the Sun Goddess.—Havas, China's National construction of a new East Asia.
Delegates from Manchoukuo, North Chita, Central China, riner Mongolia, South China, Hawaii. and the South Sea Islands are attending the sessions.
—Domei.
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