MISCELLANEOUS

Hokitika Guardian, 3 February 1920, Page 1

MISCELLANEOUS

,Jsy Electric Telegraph—Copyright./

GERMAN PROFESSOR’S VIEWS LONDON, Feb. 2.

The' “Daily Mail's” Berlin correspondent interviewed Herr Ernstein. Rcl'erring to Marconi’s statement lie said lie had every reason to believe Mars and other planets were inhabitated. Instead of wireless they might be expected to use light rays for communicating with the earth because they were more easily controllable. Personally, lie believed the wireless interruptions were due to atmospheric disturbances, or secret experiments in telegraphy.

A GERMAN VIEW. LONDON, Eeb. 1

The “Daily News” Berlin correspondent asked von Garner who is regarded as the Napoleon of German finance. “Is Germany going bankrupt?” He replied—“ The general position is virtually bankruptcy, though it does not apply to the Treasury, which is forced to continue the use of abundant paper. The whole fabric credit is tottering to a, crash and would involve' the whole of Europe, owing 'to its economic independence. No sane British or l 1 rencli financier believes that Germany will bo able to pay the indemnities specified but if given breathing space and credits of raw materials wc will ultimately pay a very large sum.”

FIJI-INDIAN STRIKE. SUVA, Jan. 1. The Indian strike is unsettled. Government has appointed a commission to inquire into the price of foodstuffs, wages and salaries generally. ROUMANIAN FEAR. LONDON, Eeb 1. The Roumaniain Premier interviewed, stated Roumanians desired to remain in the closest contact with the Allies. Regarding the dangers of Bolsheviks he declared to his knowledge they

are preparing a ‘ campaign in the spring with a well organised army, led by trained German officers. The Roumanians must he'most watchful and take all defensive measui'es. They have communicated with the Supreme Council in regard to the Allies establishing a sanitary cordon from the Baltic to the Black Sea to prevent the spread of disease. A LABOUR PROPOSAL. PARTS, .Tan. 29. The Administrative Council and the International Labour Bureau dismissed a Polish motion, in favour nf a commission of employers and workers delegates to study Labour conditions in Eastern Europe, particularly in Russia. It was decided to consult the Council of the League of Nations regarding the practicability of the proposal. ■

THE CROWN PRINCE. LONDON, Fob. 1.. Reports regarding the German oxCi’own Prince go to show lie affirms that lie is favourable to Britain, and had no wish to see the war between England and Germany.' He declares he “has been misrepresented and misunderstood. It is reported that the Prince is now reading many English books, including all the war memoirs. lie has become an ardent boxer, and is taking regular lessons. Fie is olso a keen motor-cyclist.

The Crown Prince has evinced a lively curiosity regarding the state ol Ireland. He also refers to the developments on the. Indian frontier, where the British are moving against the tribesmen.

TRADE STATISTICS

OTTAWA, Feb. 1.. Statistics published by the Government states that last year the Canadian imports were vaiiied at $941,000,000. and the exports at $1,294,000,000. 'I lie countries with which the Canadian export trade grew include, Australia to the extent of $2,250,000; New Zealand $2,775,000; the United States, $21,504,000; and China $2,000,000.

FRENCH CABINET. PARIS, Feb. 1. It is generally considered that the situation of M. Millerand’s new Cabinet has now greatly improved. This is consequent on the Chamber of Deputies adopting a vote of confidence by the big majority of 510 votes to 62. It was after the Premier (M. Millorand) gave an exposition of the Government’s general policy, which aims to establish harmony, encourage production, and avoid 1 class strife. CONSTANTINE INTERVIEWED BERNE, Feb. 1. Ex-King Consatntine in a special interview with the “Times” anticipated a revolution in Greece, probably after the signature of the Peace Treaty. He declared the present regime to lie reactionary and was responsible for shooting three thousand people.

SPIES SHOT IN FRANCE. LONDON, Feb. 1

The “Daily Mail’s” Paris correspondent states:—Two of ten spies who are under capital sentence, were shot at dawn at the Moat of Vinciennes. One was an Austrian Major, who lived in Paris during the war, by means of false papers, describing him as an Irishman. Ho informed the Germans where “Big Bertha’s” shells fell. A GAINST BOLSHEVISM. LONDON, Feb. 2. Constantinople and Cairo have issued manfestoes denouncing Bolshevism as being contrary to the law of Islam. WIRELESS TELEPHONE (Received this day at 8 a.m.) NEW YORK, Feb. 1. Do Foret Radio Company announces they have carried out a wireless telephone conversation with Now York and Chicago, a distance of nine hundred miles, on a low wave apparatus.

lAN HAMILTON’S APPEAL

(Received This Day at 8 a.m.)

LONDON, Feb. 2. General lan Hamilton in a letter to the newspapers says General Von Sanders name appears on the black list. I feci sure I speak for the troops who fought at the Dardanelles, when I say they do not wish him to bo tried. He was a clea nlighter and played fair during our brief armistice. He never shelled clearing stations or hospitalships. I appeal to the generous minded public to see that Von Sanders is left severely alone.

STEAMER ASHORE. (Received This Day, at 9.25 a.in.) LONDON, Feb. 2. Tlie Berrima is ashore near Dover. Tugs failed to refloat her. PASSENGERS SAFE. (Received This Day at 11.20. a.m.) LONDON, Feb. 1. All the Ber rima’s passengers have landed at Margate. A PROFOUND IMPRESSION. (Received this day, at 9.30 a.in.) WASHINGTON, Feb. 1. A profound impression has been created by Earl Grey’s letters in the London “Times” expressing willingness to accept Mr Lodge’s reservations. Republicans assert that the Ambassador’s attitude confirm them in the impression that Britain would be glad to have United States in the League of Nations upon America’s own terms. The Democrats are reticent. It is disclosed that during an informal meeting with Senators while in Washington Earl Grey showed letters from. Hon Lloyd George indicating that Mr Lodge’s reservation, as voted on in the Senate on! the closing day of the special session would he acceptabe to Britain. Earl Grey, however, refused a compromise on the Dominions’ right to vote.

BREAD SHORTAGE. (Received this day at 9.20 a.m.) 'PARIS, Jan. 2. Owing to the shortage of wheat, Cabinet has decided to resume the rationing of bread. GREEK PRINCE MARRIED. (Received this day at 9.30 a.m.) GENEVA, Feb. 2. Prince Christopher, of Greece, uHl.s married to Mrs William Leeds, an American millionairess, in the presence of Greek Royalties, excepting King Constantine and Queen Sophie. The guests included Lady Sarah Wilson