An Arab group, calling itself “Arab Executive of Transjordan,” wired Emir Abdullah of Transjordan and the Palestine High Commissioner that “public opinion watches with anxiety Zionist intrigues” and that it would welcome any scheme to develop Transjordan provided the plan is carried out by Arabs and the Jews are prevented from taking possession of the land.
The “Falastin” accuses Emir Abdullah of encouraging the Jews in their efforts to secure a lease on Transjordan land despite his cancellation of the option and his denial of any intention to lease his own lands.
The Arab organ asserts that Emir Abdullah’s denial is insufficient.
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