London, Oct. 26.
"We shall hold South Africa against all comers and assist in defending other territories in Africa belonging the British Commonwealth, eitz, Minister of Native in the Government of the Union of South Africa, in a broadcast speech last night clearly defining the Union's attitude towards the war.
Col. Reitz has come to London to represent the Union of South Africa in the Empire consultations.
He said that South Africa, as a voluntary partner in the Eritish Com-r"onweaith, was not only free, but far safer than they could hope to be if they were on their own, with the "smash and grab" policy which was new trying to dominate the world.
Col. Reitz gave a solemn assurance that there was literally no pro-German element in South Africa.
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