765.84116/49: Telegram

The Chargé in Ethiopia (Engert) to the Secretary of State

54. Communiqué last night reports that on January 21st three Italian planes dropped large quantities mustard gas bombs northeast of Makale. Northwest of Makale Italians are still trying to retake position they lost and heavy artillery bombardments audible day and night since January 23rd.

Communiqué also refers to minor successes gained by small detachments of Ras Seyum’s army between January 14th and 19th.

Netherlands Red Cross unit arrived Dessie yesterday.

Engert