The first adunata (general assembly) of the Italian people occurred Oct. 2, 1935, marked the beginning of the War in Ethiopia. At the second adunata, held early last week, the occupation of Addis Ababa by Marshal Badoglio was announced. Four days later came the call for the third adunata which all Italy had been feverishly awaiting. Well drilled, the Italian people knew their posts, their cues. A good hour before Il Duce's speech, they had left their homes, cafes and shops to gather in public squares. In the shoeshine parlors and groceries...
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