FIVE POWER CONFERENCE
•ST. JAMES’ MAY BE THE VENUE. By Telegraph—Press Assn.—Copyright. London, Nov. 21. The Daily Telegraph says that it is understood an announcement' will shortly bo made that the five-Power conference will be held in St. James’ Palace, but being a Royal palace this must await His Majesty’s formal announcement of approval. There are most elaborate surroundings and priceless objects of art appropriate to a historic conference. Likewise elaborate preparations are being made for Press representatives. American papers are sending contingents of correspondents. , UNITED STATES DELEGATION. REPRESENTATION OF THE NAVY. Washington, Nov. 21. The number of delegates has been increased by one, apparently to allay the Navy Department’s apprehension tnat its interests would not_.be adequately safeguarded by a 100 per cent, civilian delegation. Rear-Admiral Hilary Jones and Admiral Pratt (retired) will go as naval advisers. Rear-Admiral Jones expressed anxiety regarding the nature of the delegation, and for a time it was believed he desired to go as a delegate. However, the appointment of Mr. Adams. Secretary to the Navy, has apparently removed his. reluctance tc go as an adviser."' , • - . - ~.-7 .
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Taranaki Daily News, 23 November 1929, Page 9
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