KAISER’S LETTERS

Hokitika Guardian, 22 January 1920, Page 3

KAISER’S LETTERS

(By Electric Telegraph—Copyright)

(Received this day at 9.30 a.m.) * LONDON, Jan. 18. The Kaiser, replying to “Nicky” regarding Anarchist outrages, declares that they show that the arrangements by the Russian and German Governments to control Anarchists had completely miscarried, because they, can live with absolute impunity in London, and there arrange their murderous designs. All the Continential Powers

shoul<l~ti#k’ the English Government for international agreements to fight these beasts. The right place for them was the scaffold, or life imprisonment in lunatic asylums. I think it would he possible, by the common consent of Powers, to impose capital punishment for the manufacture of chemicals for bombs or using bombs. Referring to the Czar’s troubles in the Duma, the Kaiser mentions his recent visit to the ‘ kind old Emperor Francis Joseph.” He is still remarkably fresh, though age has bent him a little. He was also much irritated at the behaviour of his parliament. The hours spent with him were most agreeable, through his warm-hearted kindness and chivalry. FURTHER CONFIDENCES. (Received this day at 10.20 a.m.) LONDON, Jan. 19. In a further letter written in December, 1907, the Kaiser informs “ Nicky ” that by his visit to England he (the Kaiser) thinks he lias removed many causes of misunderstandings and distrust. So that the presssure on the safety-valve has been relieved. -As a - piece of news, quite private and confidential for you personally, I found the British very nervous about the Japanese, whom they begin to fear and mistrust. The sailing of the American Pacific Fleet angered (London highly. They tried everything in their power to hinder j'b. London is afraid of an encounter between Japan and America, because they must take sides with one of them. It will be a question of race, not politics only, of Yellow versus White. The dropping of Japan would 'immediately entail the loss of India, which the Japanese are quietly undermining. The revolutionary Japanese have foreseen this development, and

are preparing for it. Perhaps they will fight and attack India and leave the Phillipines alone. British Naval and officers spoke openly to me and my officers of their distrust at the Yeilow Alliance with the Japanese, whom they hate. The Kaiser recounts that ho had received) word that 10,000 Japanese reservists, with hidden arms, were working on plantations in Southern Mexico, and that they indulged in secret drill, and were intended for use as a corps to 'seize the Panama Canal and cut off American communications. The Raiser adds:—“This is my secret information for you, so that you have time to arrange plans. It is sure and good information. Developments may be slow, but it is important to observe when the Japanese prepare themselves for an emergency they are going hi for the whole of Asia, carefully preparing their blows against the white races in general. Remember my picture is coming true. If France sides with England in this affair, Saigon and Aunam are gone.” Received this day at 11.25 a.m.) LONDON, Jan. 19.

In January 1909, the Kaiser was at —great pains to explain Germany’s annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, which he tells “Nicky” was a genuine surprise ,particularly for 11s, as we were informed about Austria’s intentions, evpn later than you. “I think it my duty to draw your attention to this, con sidering the fact that Germany is accused of having pushed Austria into taking the step. The allegation is absurd. The fact is that Austria took the step without consulting us, or any hesitation as to the course we, local Allies, had to follow. Without Question, wo could not side with her opponents.”

Thp Kaiser goes on to express uneasiyjqss over Russia’s attitude towards France. ’’Valuing her friendly relations, I consider it all important, that whatever might injure them should be removed. Recently we have been represented as showing uneasiness about your agreement with England concerning Central Asia. We understand perfectly that Russia must avoid a conflict with Britain. Apart from this, you have repeatedly assured me you would not enter into an agreement with England of more than a general nature. I have your word on that, else I should

require it. We wish, as you, do, to ~ v improve our relations with England. I look forward to Uncle Berties’ coming visit, as having a useful result for the peace tif |hp worli|. Your Central agreement Joes n °t cause uneasiness 1 The cause of such uneasiness is quite different. It is a patent fact that tho Russian policy during the last two years, has been gradually drawing away from us towards closer combinations with powers unfriendly to us. The T’riplc Entente of France Russia and ■pnglaqd is bping talked of qs an accomplished fact. The Russian press joins in the chomp. The late Russian policy has shown a mistrust of the German policy regarding Persia and China,

which is entirely unwarranted, and ajsp regarding the Baghdad railway, where We counted on Russia ,but she has giv- / e ,i us a wide berth. It is surprising k -~*bat a certain estrangement is growing up. It is my duty to draw yo.ur attention to the situation, before it « late, I also frankly tell you your views about Austria’s intentions are too pessimistic. We have not tho slightest doubt that Austria is not going to attack Servia. This would not bo like Emperor Francis, who is wise and judicious, and such a venerable gentleman ■ nor do we believe Aercnthal liartour. «K* tolcs t are' an awful nuisance. The sbgjitf.sf encouragement from any quarter makes them frantic. I hope a peaceful solution will be reached. Anything I can jPTo s i, a ll certainly be done.