TIRED OF MALICE.

Star (Christchurch), Volume LXIV, Issue 939, 8 December 1933, Page 1

TIRED OF MALICE.

Better Understanding Seen in Europe. LONDON, November 2S. Hitler’s peace declarations and French and Italian willingness to continue to aim at disarmament, revealed in the speech of Sir John Simon, Foreign Secretary, in the House of Commons, shows that Europe is wearying of the old malady of malicious joy in the misfortunes of others and envy of their successes, says “ The Times ” in a leader. To-day the nations wish each other well. Why then should they arm against each ether? The question brings a sharp reminder that agreement in the principle of procedure on disarmament is still much easier than agreement in substance and detail. Sir John’s speech received a more favourable reception in Germany than usual, says the Berlin corre. pondent of “ The Times.” The view is that it shows a better understanding of Germany. Sir John Simon, reviewing disarmament in the House of Commons, declared that the adjournment of the Conference did not mean an adjournment of the work for disarmament. Exchanges of views between Governments would continue in the interval. There was no suggestion of dictation to Germany. The British Government had made it plain to the French Government that if the latter could see its wav to enter into closer communication with the German Government it would have Britain’s complete goodwill. Italy was anxious to co-operate, and the French Government would not assume a rigid stand.