Central Powers

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXI, Issue 90, 13 November 1916, Page 5

Central Powers

the demands for peace. DRESDEN SOCIALIST DEMONSTRATION. Press Association —Copyright, Australian and N.Z. Cable Association. Zurich, November 11. Socialist loaders headed a profession of 80.000 iu the streets of Dresden and marched to the Ministry of tho Interior, where a deputation demanded food, also an immediate peace, and desired the Government of Saxony to make representations to Berlin. The Minister admitted ihn justice of the complaints as io the dearness of food, but could not act in Berlin in favor of peace. The, procession' proceeded to the Town I,Tall. It was orderly throughout. Amsterdam, November 9.

In the Reichstag, all parties welcomed Herr von Hollweg’s declaration that Germany was willing to join an international peace union. In reply to a Conservative spokesman, the representative of the Socialist minority pointed out that Viscount Grey never advocated tho boycott or destruction of Germany. He also declared that peace was impossible if Belgium were reduced to a vassal State. The Preismenz© Zeitnng says now is tho time for the Entente, especially England, to produce a peace po gramme.

Tho Vorwaerts hopes that Herr vnu Bethmann-Hollweg’s speech Will help to dissipate tho clouds of hostile distrust. NORWAY'S NOTE. Press Association—Copyright, Australian and N.Z. Cable Association, f (Received 8.55 a.m.) Amsterdam, November 12. A semi-official note to the German newspapers admits that Norway s Note is conciliatory in tone, but is unsatisfying, and indicates that there is little hope of a peaceful solution. Other advices show that official circles are disappointed at Norway’s unwilingness to modify her attitude, hut the danger of conflict is passed.

AN ENEMY ASSOCIATION.

THE OVERTHROW OF ENGLAND.

Press Association —Copyright, Australian and N.Z. Cable Association.' ‘ (Received 12.10 p.m.) Munich, November 12.

Tho association which was formed for the speedier overthrow of England is spreading in many cities. In Saxony there arc twelve thousand adherents, who are supported by the Bavarians, with members of the Royal House, prominent generals, admirals, lawyers and politicians. The chief object is to induce the Chancellor von Bethmana-Hollijeg to:act with greater vigour.