Oslo, Oct. 4
Strong condemnation of the sinking jof neutral merchant vessels by Ger. man submarines was launched in a Meanwhile, reports from Washing-ion said that the Navy was considering refitting decommissioned destroyers now on the e; ud sending them to Ha to strengthen th:
"security pa The U.S. action in sending ships to Hawaii was endorsed by Congressmen. hould arouse no concern among friendly nations The Naval spokesman at Washington said that no notice was taken of panese reaction to the latest move.
Foreicn diplomats were quick to point out that the step was taken to remind the world that the United States was prepared fo defend its legitimate rights—United Pre;
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