AMERICAN COMMENT.

Colonist, Volume LX, Issue 14621, 28 January 1918, Page 5

AMERICAN COMMENT.

MILITARISTS STILL IN CONTROL,

BOMBAST TO HIDE THE REAL

POSITION

(Australian and N.Z. Cable Association)

(Received Jan. 27, 5.5 p.m.) Washington, Jan. 25

Hertling's speech is regarded as indicating that the militarists still control German diplomacy. His arrogant claims are intended to deceive the world regarding Germany's real weakness and desire for peace.

Czernin's statement is interpreted as meaning that Germany cannot rely on Austria's support in a war of conquest. The speed: es make peace more remote.

America, adheres absolutely to President Wilson's war aims.