text: mobilisation proclamation, of 3rd October 1935, read by the Grand Chamberlain,
  read as follows:
  conflict between Italy and our country, which has now lasted for almost a year,
  started at Wal-Wal on 5th December, 1934.
  soldiers, serving as an escort to an international commission, were attacked in
  our territory by Italian troops. Italy, following the attack, demanded
  reparations and apologies, which were refused.
  after much resistance on Italy’s part, we were able, thanks to our perseverance
  and the efforts of the League of Nations Council, to bring this difference
  before the arbitrators, they unanimously recognised that we were guiltless of
  the fault Italy imputed to us.
  Italy, which for a long time has shown an unconcealed desire to acquire our
  country, now prepares to attack us.
  the signature she gave to the League Covenant, violating peace promises
  solemnly made to us in the 1928 Italo-Ethiopian Treaty, and reducing to nothing
  all international engagements, notably the Pact renouncing war, Italy prepares
  a second time to violate our territory.
  hour is grave. Arise, each of you! Take up arms, and rush to the defence of
  your country. Rally to your chiefs; obey them with single purpose, and repel
  those who are unable because of weakness and infirmity to take an active part
  in this sacred quarrel, help us with their prayers.
  of the world has been revolted by this aggression against us. God be with us
  all. All forward, for your Emperor and for your country!
  Oct. 3, 1935.
  Selected Speeches of His Imperial Majesty Haile
  Selassie - page 303 -