"Treaty Obligations y: All Measures to Defend i Independence, Taken E Cairo, Apr. 24.
Referring to Britain's promises to support Egypt with her military, naval and air forces, the Premier, "Mahmoud Pasha, told the Chamber today that "her actions confirm her s nees."
He added that Egypt was carefully watching the situation, and was con. stantly consulting Britai the Premier declared, Prolonged cheers greeting JPremier's statement that Egypt was "taking all necessary measures to defend her independence and secur-shown. The evening closed with dancing, which was enjoyed until a late hour.
Sir Herbert Phillips, in a short speech, replied for the guests. He spoke in terms of high admiration Of the rise of Australia and New Zealand io their present prosperous Condition and referred to the great natural advantages both countries possessed, stressing the wisdom of Great Britain in leaving to her sons in those countries the fullest control of their own affairs, Sir Herbert especially extolled the glorious record of the Australian and New Zealand Forces in the Great War, especially in Egypt and at the Dardanelles and quoted tributes to their bravery. He concluded by expressing special appreciation of the generous hospitality of the Australian and New Zealand des mid on that occasion. 2 wis]
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