Allied Problems.

Hawke's Bay Tribune, Volume XI, Issue 200, 17 August 1921, Page 5

Allied Problems.

THE SILESIAN TANCLE. STATEMENT BY MR. LLOYD GEORGE. DILEMNA OVER ASIA MINORIBy Cable—Presa Association.—Copyright.] (Received 17, 1.15 p.m.) London, Aug. 16. Mr. Lloyd George, in a statement in the House of Commons on the work of tne Supreme Council conveyed little fresh information. Ho said that on the , basis of population, and on the principle of one man one vote, the disputed area should go to Germany. British and Italian experts agreed in that view. The Frenchtook another view. Clear unanimity was impossible. The problem was therefore referred to the League of Nations’ arbitrament- All were pledged to accept its decision. Owing to the delay it might be necessary to send reinforcements to prevent repetition of disturbances threatening tho peace of Europe. Another question discussed was the sanctions under the Treaty. There was a general feeling that the time had come for a gradual reduction of the military burdens imposed on Germany. At the conclusion o* the meeting th© spirit of tho alliance was as strong as ever. He quite understood the nervousness of France. The first real security was disarmament of Germany, but it was impossible fox’ any country to manufacture large supplies of armaments secretly. The fact was bound to come out before it became a menace. The Allies were in a dilemma over Asia-Minor. There were only two alter natives, firstly to compel the Turks and Greeks to agree, which was impracticable, and .secondly, to leave them to fight it out. He hoped, however, that in the event of a Greek victory that Greek statesmanship would not commit thp unpardonable error of carrying victory too far.—(A- and N.Z.) | POLES DOUBT LEAGUE. I — I PREDOMINANCE OF ENGLAND FEARED. THE DOMINION REPRESENTATIVES. London, Aug. 15. The “Morning Post’s” Warsaw correspondent states that Poland is disappointed at the Silesian decision and is doubtful of the unbiassed character of the future, belieying that England will control the League. The Government is preparing a Note asking for an immediate meeting. Afiti-British feeling is increasing. In the House of Commons, Mr. Lloyd George, replying to a question, said he was unable to give the names of the Australian and Canadian representatives at the League of Nations meeting. South Africa would be represented by Mr. Walton, High Commissioner, India by the Maharao of Cutch, Mr. Justice Sastri, and Mr. Meyer, and Britain by Lord Robert Cecil and Mr. Gilbert Murray.—(A. and N.Z.)