Palace circles said there were rumours that Carol had been arrested, but this could not be officially confirmed.
King Michael continues the Hohenzoller dynasty but with greatly reduced powers. His first decree eliminated h royal prerogatives of granting amnesty ud contracting treaties Gen, Antonescu further strengthen. ed his own dictatorial position by ssuing a decree which eliminates the Royal Council entirely. He thus can control the state single-handed, fo his decrees yesterday had already made bim a virtual dictator.
The Premier issued a proclamation announcing Michael's kingship- and announced that the Army woul pledge its loyalty to the youthful sovereign by 6 p.m. today.
He then telegraphed to Ex-Queen Helen, who is in Dresden, Germany, urging her to "take the first train and take your place at the side of your son to complete his education for the happiness of all Rumania."
Queen Helen Returning London, Sept. 6.
King Micheal's mother is returning to Bucharest to be with het son following the abdication of King Carol. Reuters diplomatic correspondent learns.
The former King will live in Switzetland but it is not known what quarters he will occupy. It is not believed that he has any property in Switzerland.—Reuter.
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