FOREIGN.
London, February 17. England's reply to Russia's circular depends upon the course of events. Before expressing its views the English Government desire to know the views of other powers. Gathorne Hardy, replying to Gladstone's question on Friday said that England could not be freed from the treaties of '56 and '71. It would be unjust if Turkey was left in the cold, but Turkey was saddled' with obligations under treaties, and if she was bound, these treaties imposed no duty in case of war for Turkey, but respect for her independence and integrity. He strongly protested against drawing the sword with a view of coercion. February 15. It is generally stated that a Russian army consisting of 200,000 men and 720 guns is at Kichenan in splendid condition and ready to cross the Danube.
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Nelson Evening Mail, Volume XII, Issue 44, 20 February 1877, Page 2
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