MR. ASQUITH AT THE FRONT
HE CONFERS WITH BRITISH COMMANDERS QUAINT SCENES. (Received June 5, 11 a.m.) - " LONDON, 4th June. Renter's Agency reports that Mr. Asquith (British Prime Minister) this week visited the headquarters in France. 'Using a fast motor car, ho .visited an eminence whence he was able to trace the firing line. He addressed one of the brigades, emphasising the deep appreciation of those at home, who were following the doings of the men at the front. There were quaint scenes during his visit to a brewery, where enormous vats had been converted into baths, each accommodating twelve men. When MrAsquith arrived scores of naked men jumped out of tho vats and cheered. The Premier conferred with the British commanders. He had a great reception from the Indians and 'Canadians. He has returned to London.
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Evening Post, Volume LXXXIX, Issue 132, 5 June 1915, Page 5
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