BELGRADE AND ITS PEOPLE
Sir,—May I be allowed to confirm the opinion " that the assassination of King Alexander of Yugoslavia is the most tragic murder of recent years. This sad fact is well borne out by so many spontaneous messages of condolence for the grief-stricken Queen Mary and the Yugoslav nation from all parts of the world. Regarding Mr. R. A. Laidlaw's statements about Belgrade, may I say that on my travel through Europe in 1929 I had the opportunity of visiting Belgrade, and looking into the development of that city and its people. Considering its condition after being devastated twice by the Great War, 1914-1918, I can unhesitatingly say that the progress made during the period more than favourably compares with any European city. This is fully testified to by many travellers. As to the intellectual standard of its people, before one can make any comment, it is most essential to look into the inner life of the people, and may I ask Mr. R. A. Laidlaw if he has done this? In my own case, possessing the knowledge of the language and knowing the characteristics of the people, i most emphatically disagree with Mr. Laidlaw's statement. M. E. Simich President Yugoslav Club.
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LXXI, Issue 21931, 15 October 1934, Page 14
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