THE EX-KAISER.

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume LXXVI, Issue 17780, 31 January 1920, Page 11

THE EX-KAISER.

LONDON, Jan. 26. The Allies do not ‘jntend placidly to accept Holland’s refusal.- which synchronises with the announcement of the German-Dutcih trade agreement, by which in return for a loan of seventeen million sterling Holland receives valuable coal concessions on a long-dated contract for the purchase of produce,. Although the Allies in no circumstances will use threats or unfinendly pressure with Holland, they .will emphasise their arguments before taking the last resort of trying the Kaiser in his absence. An ap.ieal Am the League of Nations is suggested!' French opinion is resentful. The Petit Journal sarcastically refers to the coincidence of the trade agreement, and says it is truly singular to see the Dutch Government welcoming and protecting the bloodthirsty madman wiho violated every rule of The Hague Convention. The Allies considered placing the Kaiser at the head off the list presented to the German Government. This would be possible if Holland argued that the extradition! treaties only authorised the removal of criminals to the country of origin, but the Dutch Note evades the issue, and merely invokes the right of asylum. The Echo de F aris suggests that the Allies should request Holland to undertake the permanent internment of the Kaiser and Crown Prince. Other journals advocate the use of economic pressure against Holland. GERMAN PRESS JUBILANT. BERLIN, Jan. 26. The Press is jubilant and fulsome. ly complimenting Holland. Even the Vcrwaerts writes: "This small, upright, democratic country courageously refuses to bow to the victors. Will the Entente rulers use their overwhelming fc»vee to compel Holland to dishonour herself?”