THE RUSSIAN HEWS.

Hokitika Guardian, 12 November 1917, Page 1

THE RUSSIAN HEWS.

Mil MASSEY’S VIEWS OF' LATEST

DEVEEOPMENi

WELLINGTON, Nov. 9

To-day the Prime .Minister', referring to the news contained in the most recent telegram concerning the present position in Russia, and the statement regarding a separate peace, said: —“1 can hardly say lam surprised. Something of this character was to be expected. A country in a state of revolution cannot successfully carry on a war. For this purpose a strong Government is required, and judging by present appearances 'Russia "'ill Tl °t arrive at that stage for some considerable time to come. The question Is, How will the latest development affect the war? ,Tn conjunction with recent events in Italy it will probably have the effect of prolonging the struggle. “Hut although we cannot help feeling disappointed there is no reason to feel discouraged. Our navy is still unbeaten, and retains the supremacy of the sea. Good work is being done by our forces in Palestine. The losses by submarines are decreasing. The French and British forces are steadily driving the enemy back on the western front. The Americans are coming in, and may soon he expected to make I their presence felt.

“Wo have much to lie thankful for, and whatever happens we can last longer than Germany. The fighting spirit of the. British, that combination of courage and tenacity which has contributed to the success of our race on many previous occasions, is being thoroughly aroused all over the Empire. As British citizens, always relying on Divine guidance, we shall, with our Allies, carry on to the end and conquer.”