THE GERMAN ARMY BILL.

Press, Volume L, Issue 8476, 6 May 1893, Page 7

THE GERMAN ARMY BILL.

Ems awaelrtlon—Weattto Teleeraph—Copyiigbt Berlin, May 4.

A few members of the centre are inclined to compromise, and it is believed that the Army Bill will be rejected, despite a powerful appeal by the Chancellor to make a sacrifice necessary to maintain the peace of Europe and the nafaty and honour of Germany. He threatened to dissolve the Reichstag if the Bill was rejected. Chancellor yon Caprivi is increasing his efforts to bring about a compromise over the Army Bill and has slightly reduced the numbers Jy which he proposes to increase the strength of the army on a peace footing. He insists, however, on the two years' service. In the course of a speech in the Reichstag he said he was doubtful of the ability of Germany to attack France and the rejection of the Bill would impress that power with their weakness and compel Germany, in the event of an attack, to retire behind the Rhine.

Chancellor yon Caprivi stated in the Reiebatag to-day that even if there was an appeal to the country in regard to the Army Bill, the Government would still adhere to the terms of the compromise. May 5. The Berlin correspondent of tbe Daily Weivs telegraphs that the Emperor William is exhibiting consider* able anxiety on account of the deadlock which has occurred over the Army Bill. He sent for Chancellor yon Caprivi at midnight, and as the result of a long conference authorised him to dissolve the Reichstag in the event of the rejection of the measure.

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