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ADMITTED BY GERMANY | HESS’ ARRIVAL IN SCOTLAND I "THOUGHT HE COULD COME TO TERMS WITH BRITAIN.” London, May 13. The German radio, for the first time, admitted that Herr Rudolf Hess. Deputy-Leader of the Nazi Party, had landed in Scotland. It added that Hess thought he could come to terms with Britain. It is thought in this country that his flight was the sequel to serious disruption within the inner circles of the Nazi party. It would have been dangerous for him to have landed in a neutral country, where he would doubtless have been killed by Nazi agents. He has been found perfectly sane. Authorities anticipate that Hess will disclose facts about Germany under the Nazis which Hitler would “give anything to conceal.” It is added that his escape indicates a serious split in the Nazi party. The Germans were fooled when, on Saturday and Sunday, they did not receive the news and spread the story of an air crash, but they branded Hess insane, still anticipating a successful landing was possible. Hess is a skilful aviator, and medical examination definitely belied the German version. New York. May 12. Hess’ arrival in Scotland has caused a sensation. American newspapers carry heavy two-inch headlines. The New York Times editorially declares that this is the most fantastic story in al! history. Hess was sane enough to pilot a plane. His escapade seems to escape from a purge, or an attempt to represent a reactionary group within the Nazi party. The escapade must have a terrific effect on Germany, particularly on Hitler.
The Herald-Tribune says: The astonishing episode fits into a pattern of the nightmare of fantasy and unbelievable melodrama and stage horrors with which Hitler has engulfed the world. We assume Hess must, be mad.
The New York Times' Washington correspondent describes the news as a bombshell to the capital. It is believed to be a heavy blow to Nazi prestige, sufficient to offset the results of the invasion of the Balkans and cause small nations to draw hack from Germany. The news might indicate that Hess no longer believes Germany can win.
(Recd. 11.55 p.m.) Berlin. May 13. Hitler has abolished the post of Fuhrer's deputy and has created a new office for Hess' chief of staff, Martin Bormand.—U.P.A.
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Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 85, Issue 111, 14 May 1941, Page 5
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