BRITISH & FOREIGN ITEMS

Hokitika Guardian, 31 August 1922, Page 3

BRITISH & FOREIGN ITEMS

AUSTRALIAN AND N.Z. CABLE ASSOCIATION. FEARS OF EUROPEAN “BLOO.” LONDON, August 29. The “Daily Express” correspondent at Paris relates an amazing story of a widespread plot to restore the Bavarian, Russian, and Austro-Hungarians dynasties. King Alfonso, of Spain is reported to be negotiating on behalf of his relative, ex-Empress Zita. It is understood that before returning to Spain, he will interview M. Millerand. The success of the plot would create a Continental bloc, isolating Britain. GERMAN AGREEMENT. (Received this day at 12.25 p.m.) BERLIN. Aug. 30 A conference between Government and prominent industrialists trade •union leaders, agreed to supply Government with coal and timber for reparation. The labour leaders agree to augment production by extensive overtime. This agreement follows up, on the Government offer to Sir R. Bradbury to supply guarantees in kind. GERMAN' PROPOSALS. (Received this day .at 12.25 p.m.) PARIS, Aug. 30. German delegates appeared before the Reparation Commission. Schroder made a comprehensive statement on the conditions in Germany and outlined certain new proposals. PARIS, Aug. 30 Spears won the Grand Prix at Dernonceau, Baily (Englishman) second.