AFGHAN WISH FOR PEACE.
EVADING BLAME FOR RISING
PROFESSION OF IGNORANCE CIRCULAR TO THE ARMY. By Telegraph-- Press Association—Copyright, (Received S.lo p.m.) Neuter. SIMLA, Juno. 3. A certifier! copy of the Amir's orders to the commander of the Afghan eastern army, and presumably to the other commanders, states that: "' According to information received from the Government of India" fighting had occurred owing to some misunderstanding. The Indian Government, therefore, was ordering its commander to suspend hostilities until the. door of communication was opened. " As wo had no intention of fighting with this old friend of ours," the message continues, " and were, obliged to take defensive measures, now that he also desires peace, w-i order and command you to keep back your regular troops and tribes for whom we are responsible, and await further orders." The letter adds: ''You should, however, keep in view defensive and offensive operations, while awaiting the result of the discussion between the Indian and Afghan Governments."' The order is dated May
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New Zealand Herald, Volume LVI, Issue 17179, 5 June 1919, Page 7
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