LLOYD GEORGE SPEAKS.

Hokitika Guardian, 2 April 1918, Page 4

LLOYD GEORGE SPEAKS.

[PER PRESS ASSOCIATION.—COPTRICHf.] j] Londony March 30. Mr Lloyd George, in a message: to M. Clemenceau, says: “Britain is calm and resolute, relying on the justice of her cause and the valor of her men to defend, it. Our confidence grows as we watch the steady march of France’s 1 gallant armv to repel the invader." Mr Lloyd George issued a statement For the first few days the Germans launched an attack with an unparalelled concentration, of troops and the situation was extremely critical. Thanks to> the indomitable bravery of our t coops, who gradually stemmed the advance until reinforcements could arrive, and our faithful ally entering the battle, the situation has now improved. The struggle, however, is only opening, and no prediction of its future course can yet be made The War Cabinet has been in constant session since the first day and 111 communication with Headquarters and the French and American Governments. A number of measures have been taken to deal with the emergency. The enemy had an incalculable advantage in fighting as one army. The Allies have taken a most important decision to meet this. With the cordial co-operation of the British and French commanders-in-chief, General Foch lias been charged by the British, French and. American Governments to coordinate the action of the Allied, armies on the West front. In addition to the necessary action taken to meet the immediate needs of the moment, he is to bring* into operation certain measures, long contemplated should a situation like the present arrive. Whatever happened in this battle, the country must be prepared for further sacrifices to ensure final victory. “I am certain that the nation will shrink from no sacrifices to secure this, and the necessary plans are being carefully prepared and will be announced when Parliament meets.”