GERMANY WITHIN.

Hokitika Guardian, 7 April 1920, Page 3

GERMANY WITHIN.

{AC&TEALIaN <£ N.Z. CAHl.fi association! » THE RUHR COUP. PARIS, April 5. The press regards the Ruhr coup as a replica of the Berlin coup d’etat, engineered by the Prussian General staff of whom the Government are the accomplices or dupes. Their explanations are contemptuously received by the press of which sections advise caution until, tho Allies participate, but the majority think the situation warrants- France acting independently irrespective of tho Allies from London, Rome nad Washington. It is understood Britain’s attitude is one of watchful waiting.; j.

FRANCE’S ATTITUDE. (Received this dav at 1.30 p.m.) FARIS, April 4.

M. Millerand, semi-omcially interviewed stated the misunderstanding which Germany advanced as a pretext for the entry of troops into the neutral zone, despite our injunctions, and the brutality of the attack demonstrated it was evident they had faith. France wili .not be responsible for possible serious consequences since she is convinced of the danger of Germany’s interven-, tion, and she hpis left nothing undone to prevent it. The authorities at Ber-| lin have broken their engagements, and. therefore must bear the responsibilityl for possible conflicts. M. Millerand is convinced that the Allies will wish to j associate themselves in any measures France may demand to assure respect for the Treaty and maintain Franco’s •safety. '