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NOVEMBER 4, 1915.

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Normeber 4 1915,

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KINO'S GENERAL CONDITION IMPROVED.

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THE KING'S MISHAP.

HIS MAJESTY'S CONDITION IMPROVED.

November 3, 12.10 p.m.

The Press Baresu son uncos that His Majesty has not had so good a night and still suffere some pain, but his general condition is improved. He is now able to take some food.

OBITUARY.

HON. W. L. C. WALROND.

November 3, 6.30a.m.

The Hon, W. Lionel Charles Walrond, M.F. for the Tiverton Division of Devonshire, has been killed.

THE SEIZURE OF THE HOCKING.

MR. LANSING ASKS FOR REASONS.

November 3, 12.55 p.m.

Mr. Robert Lansing has telegraphed to necartain Great Britain's reasons for the seizure of the s.8. flocking.

SERVICES OF INTERCESSION. RECOGNITION OF THE DEVOTION OF THE MANHOOD OF THE COUNTRY.

November 3, 12 55 p.m.

(Continued from Yesterday)

MR ASQUITH'S SPEECH,

MR. ASQUITH'S SPEECH.

CONDENSED.

General Manoury has been ap pointed Governor of Pariz.

His Majesty's general condition

The financial position was very serious. We were buying goods abroad in excess of our exports to the extent of £30.000,000 monthly, against an average of £11,000,000 before the war. At the Lae improved and he is now able same time we were making advances to Allies and others which was to take solid food. estimated in the current financial year to ameant to £423,000,000. We had also, alone amongst belligerent nations, maintained our free market for gold, and had, indeed, exported a large amount. were farther undertaking commitmente which could only be paid by a farther export of gold or a sale of Securities.

We

Mr. Lansing has telegraphed to ascertain Great Britain'areason for the woizare of the as. Hooking.

The Hon. W. Lionel Charles pro- Waldrond, M. P. for the Tiverton the division of Devonshiro, has been Far killed.

That was not the case. No one was more responsible than he (cheers). He thought then, as everybody must bare thought who

Hence, rich and resourceful though we were, we must eat our know the whole circamytonces, that we could ran ne risks, especia'. ly as we had vory great objects in view, namely, to influence the cost according to our cloth. Nevertheless, he did not think our whole Balkan situation in a sense favourable to the Allies, to open position compared unfavourably with that of Germany, where the communication with the Black Sea and to strike a bbw at the very consumption was far in excess of what the country cool heart of the Tarkish Empire. The operations culminated in the duce, and where stocks were rapidly diminishing. Forth attack in the Narrows, which resulted in a set-blok, The Govern standard of living for the greater part of the population ment had then to consider whether further operations should be many left little or no margin of reserve. Britain was in a

better position in this respect, but we could not sustain the bu continued.

of this great war unless individuals and Government alike propared to make greater saorifices, retrenchment, and economy

The average cost of the army is unnally reckoned at one han. dred sterling per head annually, but under present conditions that figure se vastly increased. The army waa costing now between £250 and £300,

It was the opinion of advisers to the Government, and it seemed a very teamble opinion, that by the aid of an adequate military force an attack might still be driven home sucoentally. Sir Lan Hamilton, who was selected to conduct the expeditios, had itunes ed

March 18, and he and the the poval attack on Vice Admiral on the spot were in agreement that e joint military attack was necessary. An active plan of operation was left to the judgment of Commanders on the spot and there was never "ay disagreement between them and the opinion of the deneral Staff in Britain.

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A whole year's profits of the priooipal Victorian racing olubs will be given to the war Relief (Fnude.

franchise womeL.

The Republicans have carried the whale State of Massachussetis The Prime Minister then dwelt on the question of compulsion. on their ticket as well as twelve He admitted that voluntary recruiting as hitherto practised was hap-seats in the Legislature. hazard, ospricious, and to some extent unjust, bat his objection to The actual operations were familiar to everybody, and he would compulsion was based on the ground that under existing conditions

The State elections in New. only say that in the whole course of the war they had never sustained compulsion would forfeit what wes regarded as of supreme ospital

keener dieappointment than in the failure of the operations at the importance, namely, the maintenance of national unity (cheers). York, Massachussetts and Penn- beginning of Augast. The chances of success Bremed not only He would propose not to rale oat compulsion as an impossible ex-sylvania have resulted in the great but preponderating. The consequences of success would be pedient, but that compulsion ought only to be resorted to with defeat of the proposal to en- slmost immeasurable. It would solve the whole simation in the something approaching general consent.

He did not fear that there would be any necessity to resort to

At Sydney, the Premier, in Balkans, would have prevented Bulgaria entering the war, and laft Constantinople opoa to capture and would have been acclaimed throughout the whole Eastern wild westiest demons anything bayond Lord Darby's grest national effort, which was

being carried out with the hearty goodwill of, all partico, He om-introducing the New South Wales tion of the superiority of the Allies.

But it had not succeeded, notwithstanding the magnificent ex-phasiced that married men who enlisted would not be called on to Badgat said that horse racing hibition which had never been surpassed-(cheers) of the gallantry serve while younger and anwarried men were holding bick. He would be taxed and it is estimated and resources of British troops, and none were more conspicuous than boped unmarried men would be obtained by voluntary effort, but, that $75,000 will be derived

therefrom. the Australians(cheers). Nor ought the house to forget the extraordin-if need be, they would be secured by other means (cheers).

Mr. Asquith, concluding, dealt with the question of the war paid an eloquent tribute to the services of eubmarine, and em committee of the cabinet, which would have power to summon ary and magnificent services of the Navy (cheere). Mc Asquith phasised that up to October 20, operating in the Sen Marmora, experts with special knowledge on all important questions. The they had succeeded in sinking or damaging two battahip, five cabinet should be kept constantly informed of the decisions of the gun boats, one torpedo boat, eight transports and 197 spply ships committee and also in all questions involving a departare in policy the cabinet should be consulted before any decisiva action was taken. (cbeera).

The Prime Minister then described the arrival of Grman sub-He was confident that only on these lines, was the successful con- marines, but said that the navy was equal to this and doted safe dust of the war possible. harbours, while small craft assembled in great numberto maintain the communications of the army. Finally a numderit spsorally constructed vessels, largely due to the inventive geil ui Lore Fisher himself, went to the Mediterranean and had lone most magnificent work. The navy throughout had risen sarior to all dificulties, and had maintained the communications the army intact (loud cheere). He considered it still prematarec form judgment regarding the Dardanelles operations, but it ist besp

sidered what would happen if it had not been andertak.

was probablo that the Russians might have a serious eet back in the Caucasus, the Turke might have organds great have been swept out of existenes. Also they must norget that the British at Gallipolli were holding up 200,400 Tur and pre- venting there doing incalculable mischief in other perheers).

He attached the greatest importance to a more complete and intimate ox-ordination between the staff of the Allied Powere. A very happy illustration was General Joffre's visit,

Mr. Asquith affirmed the great responsibility reating apon him as head of the government, as measured by what had happened and what was still to happen. Our best blood was being spilled and thousands of young lives cat abort. A cry went up in over- increasing volume from torn hearts and mutilated homes, and wo might have stood aloo! in this most moving tragedy in the history of mankind, yet he did not believe that these sufferers would have

The Archbishops of Canterbary and York propose that January attack against Egypt, while the expedition to Mesopopis might it said that Britain oɔuld have acted otherwise.(obeera).

1st 1916, be set apart in charches for services of solemn intercession to the Almighty, and for thankful recognition of the devotion of the country's manhood and womanhood. The King endorses the proposal.

NEW GOVERNOR OF PARIS.

GENERAL MANGURY APPOINTED.

has been appointed Governor of Paris.

November 3, 12,55 p.m.

At Wellington, the Premier, in speech, said that he did not want conscription but if there was a shortage of volunteers the Government would not hesitate to adopt compulsion.

The general opinion is that,

has considerably cleared the despits criticisms, Mr. Atquith political atmosphere and removed the apprehensions that the 'Gov ernment had split on the rock of compulsion.

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The Archbishops of Canterbury and York propose to set apart January 1 for a solemn interces- sion service to the Almighty and a thankful recognition of the de- votion of the country's manhood and womanhood.

Mr. Redmond opposition to a premature peace came as a com- plete surprise and means the strong support of the Government He laboured unceasingly in upholding the common cause. If since the recruiting field in there had bean errors, shortcomings, and lack of foresight he was roland is comparatively The present situation of the Dardanelles was recaig the most the first person to acknowledge it, but he challenged anyone to touobod. careful and anxious consideration, as part of the lag strategic prove that there had boon anything of sloth, indifference or self question raised by the recent developments. Mr. Aegd explained complacency to face anpalatable facts or to conceal the truth how the Allies laboured ceaselessly for daily in the Ikan States, (oheers.) He was confident that we were going to carry a right and admitted that the result had been disappointmentnd failure, eous cause to a triumphant issue. "I am not going to shift the bor He pointed out to critics who were king of great adroitness, den until satisfied that I cannot bear it, or that it can be performed that unity of direction was the most important as, and that better by others." declared Mr. Asquith amid cheers.

As long as I enjoy the confidence of my sovereign, the House Germany had the advantage of euronity, while thallies must According to Renter's correspondent in Paris, General Manoury consult each other, resulting in ivitable differences the point of of Commons and the country I shall not surrender the heavy task. If there be moments when we are tempted to be faint-hearted lot ue view in say operation.

Germany further had the Jvantage of making lich promises ask ourselves in what year has car history done moro to justify to Bulgaria, whereas the All could not barter awashe property faith in the manhood and womanhood of our people (oheers). I of our allies and friends bead their backe-(cheer or without brought us the imperishable story of the last hours of Edith Cavell reply to the Anglo-Russo-Japanese the assurance of adequatompensation. Farther, wen the allies facing a worse ordeal than death, watching the moments creeping representatives, says, that it has were represshed for bangas late in providing give help for on to her doom, slowly and remorselessly, in death already swallow- always opposed the monarchical movement, bat, in view of recent abed that up to the very lasmoment there ed ap. It has taught our bravest men a supreme lesson in courage, events, the forcible suppression Berbia it must be rememb

such women. A year ago we did not know it Wo have great tradi- and act apon her Treaty ligation to Sorbi.

mobilisation was began. Venizelos tions but a nation does not exist on traditions alone. Thank God peace and good order. When the Bulgari'i asked France and our for 150,000 man. Testras on the ex-we have living examples of all the qualities that built up and Let us be worthy of them sad endure to press understanding Greens would mobilies als M. Venizelos sustained our empire. ister announced the must abide by her treats with Serbia, the end." (Loud Obsere.)

od the declaration, and M. Vexiglos resigned. but the King reputo be recognized by people complaining of the

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Allied Governments He wished to say on alleged inertia Olment and people of Britain and the opinion behalf of the Go p.m.

France and Russia-that Serbis cannot be slowed

NEW ZEALAND.

CONSCRIPTION NOT WANTED.

The Chinese Government in

Premier in his speech said that he did not want conscription, but if wan the strongest reason believe that Greece woul acknowledge and in the United Kingdon and Empire there are thousands of thereof would be a danger to

November 3, 2.55 a.m. According to Router's correspondent in Wellington the there was a shortage of volautsere the Government would not -hesitate to enforce a system of compulsory servias.

MORE AUSTRALIAN PATRIOTISM. RACING CLUBS PROFITS GIVEN TO RELIEF FUNDS.

November 3, 12.55

Heater's Melbourne correspondent telegraphs that the whole year Boats of the principal Victorian Racing Clubs will be given

to the War Relief Funds.

HORSE RACING TO BE TAXED,

HOW THE SPEECH WAS RECEIVED,

November 3, 6.30 a.. It is generally opined, despite criticism, that Mr. Asquith has

DON'T FORGET.

TO-DAY.

Bijou Theatro-9.16 p.m. Victoria Theatro-9.15 p.m. TO-MORROW.

was also shared thissinister and nefarious combination (Cheers). considerably cleared the political atmosphere and removed appro- to The Big French General Balls had come to complete heusion that the Government would split upon the rock of elle- The "That Serbia may be assured her independence pulsion. His refreshing candonr of the suhjus of the Dardanellos agreement Os as one of the essential objects of the Alliance," and finance is also welcomed, placing all subjects in their propor

Bijou Theatre -9.16 p.m. is regarded

Violoris The tre—9.15 p.m. perspective and enabling the public to better grasp the knotty pro

Monday, November 8... (Cheers), th next dealt on Houe questions, namely the anpply Blone with which it was faced.

Mr. army and navy, the provision of munitions, and the Mr. John Redmond'e opposition to premature psace came as a

Hongkong Corinthian Yacht men ff common Allied finance. The Nation had to odasider burden/on-ordinate and adjust the different ways serving these ornment, sinos recruiting in the field of Ireland has been com-Phas

complete surprise and was the means of strong support to the Gov-Club Annual General Meeting & how it that the United Kingdom nd the Empire generally paratively untouched.

Theatre Royal-Borace Goldia® & Company 9.16 p.m. [In the event of tolograms arriving too late for lasertion on this purparibate most fruitfully and effectively to the common okuse, į

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According to Reuter's correspondent at Sydney the Premier introducing the New South Wales Budget said that hores raoing would be faxed. It is estimated that $75,000 sterling will be darived therefrom,

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