Imperial Valley press., 1936-03-01

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States Upper warfare in large central United States
Mississippi River breaks loose with serious damage.
the Mediterranean comes new concentration in
the Pacific Ocean.
Death of an outstanding English scientist or
famous man of letters during the first part of the
year Editorial Note: KipIng died in January)
Change in the Ireland situation it is probable that
de Valera is eliminated is forced to retire on
account of his health Catastrophe in coal
mine. Accident to a Warshp in the waters around
Great Britain.
Indications for Italy
1T is to be feared that large part of the good
] work for the unifcation of Italy, acquired during
the Fascist regime will be seriously compromised.
An anti-Fascist revolution rapidly develops this
year. having the provinces of Apulee and Abruzzi
center The movement is not truly national, and
is checked, but arises later in the year to be-
anti-Fiscst political party which will play
an important role in the destiny of the country
after the end of the dictatorship
The lire will fall to almost half it's 1885 value.
The Vatican will act strongly for the peace of
the Italian Ethiopian War, causing much criticism
of the Pope in Italy but raising the prestige of the
Vatican in the eyes of the whole world.
Indications for Japan and China
THE first part of 1886 is favorable for Japan;
the latter half unfavorable. Signing of treaty
limiting the dominance of Japan on the continent
of Asia.
The north of China will become the center of
world attention during 1886 The Chinese prov
inces which Japan has seized under pretext of a
defensive "ant-Communistic' program, will not
continue under Japanese control.
British and American fleets will be found in
Chinese waters, and Far Eastern diplomatic uues-
tions will become acute.
Indications for Russia
A VERY favorable year for this country The
+o1y
technical industrial methods to Socialism, will
necessitate total reorganization of the whole
Russian system and will prevent all outside mill
tary activities, except for hostile words with
Japan.
Belgium The cabinet of Van iceland falls
Strike in the textile industry, with the wreck of
factory Indications for the Belgian King remain
menacing, especially in travel or transit The
country is saddened by threat to the life of one
of the royal children. The city of Namur under
goes disaster during 1886.
Holland. Difficulty in maintaining the stability
of the 1orin. The Catholic Party attempts to gain
control. The health of the Queen causes anxiety
danger of a surgical operation. Numerous acci-
dents on the North Sea, on the coasts of Holland
Belgium and England; the elements are very Sc
during the last part of the year.
Switzerland becomes the center of worldwide
financial interest in 1886. Gradual depreciation of
the Swiss franc, followed by banking difficulties
adroitly managed but causing much trouble; in
crease of taxes Political assassination followed bv
evacuation of foreigners from Switzerland.
Austria is much troubled in 1885, her efforts for
independence appear to be ended. Change of chan
cellors Prince Won Stahremberg loses much of his
prestige; the peasant party takes control
Greece remains peaceful in 1886 The royal fam
lily remains in power with the aid of England Some
friction with Turkey, The Greek question of the
Dodecanese Islands is renewed.
Egypt is the center of much diplomatic activity.
Attacks on Englishmen in the streets of Cairo.
Change of government; the King is deposed Eng
land does not insist on Alexandria as naval base
but maintains warship in the port.
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