PEACE KITES.

Taihape Daily Times, Issue 201, 26 September 1916, Page 5

PEACE KITES.

APPEAL TO AMERICA. DECISIVE END WANTED. The United Press Association Agency has received the following London dispatch: "Germany will attempt another peace kite about the middle of October, according to the expectations of the British military and civilan authorities. Apparently well-authenti-cated rumours have reached London that Germany, having suffered immense losses in the recent Allied offensive is endeavouring to suggest an armistice through Spain or the United States. "It is understood that King Alfonso is not responsive, and the Germans now hope to tempt President Wilson on the ground that if successful his action would favourably affect his reelcction, "ximericans conversant with inside British sentiment are certain that such, a move from Washington would not only fail, but would alsp be bitterly resented by the Allies, and would permanently eliminate Washington as «t possible mediator. "Every indication points to the fact' that not only'are the Allies unified and purpose continuing the war until a decisive peace is obtainable, but also the Army, Navy, and political leaders are united in their determination to assume the responsibility,'if necessary, for the continuation of the war after Germany is willing to quit. "The British soldier's only present worry is possible over optimism of civilians, because of recent and coming successes. The soldiers realise that the Germans are not yet beaten, and that a long and arduous task is before them."