Theocratic News

◆ Commencing Friday, February 27, and over the weekend, Brother E. C. Chitty, a member of the governing body, shared in the dedication of a fine assembly hall in North London, England, that holds over 1,600 with extra seating. There was a total attendance of 6,229 for the five meetings with a repeat program, all showing a grand spirit of appreciation and enthusiasm. Work has just started on a fourth assembly hall in the British Isles.

◆ For the first time since 1953 a large supply of Bible study aids was officially permitted entry into Ethiopia. The 1,782 publishers were overjoyed to receive over 41,000 books.

◆ Despite inflation, Italy was able to report a peak of 57,310 publishers.

◆ Ghana reported 18,900 Bible studies—over 700 more than previously. Studies are being started in the new booklets.