LABOUR CRITICISMS.
EFFECTIVE REPLY BY LLOYD GEORGE. LONDON, Oct 11. In the House of Commons, Mr R. D. Holt, M.P. for Hexton, complained of Mr. Lloyd George's interview with the United Press of America, and his idea of fighting to a finish. Mr. Lloyd George replied that it made no difference to either himself or Mr. Asquith. He recalled Mr. Asquith's declaration that Prussia's military domination must be wholly and finally destroyed. This was a complete answer to those who were trying to spread dissatisfaction by asserting that he spoke only for himself. The interview expressed the opinion of the Cabinet, their military advisers, and every Ally. Neutral intervention would have been a military triumph for Germany and a disaster to us. As War Secretary he had the right to prevent such a disaster. The interview was timely—how timely would be revealed in due
course. The House adopted the credit vote
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Taihape Daily Times, Issue 211, 14 October 1916, Page 3
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