THE WAR. THE PEACE CONFERENCE.

Wanganui Herald, Volume XXXIX, Issue 11646, 25 August 1905, Page 5

THE WAR. THE PEACE CONFERENCE.

A Japanese Offer.

Press Association.— Telegraph.— Copyright. Eeceived August. 24, 11.15 p.m. WASHINGTON, August 24. Baron Koniura has introduced a written compromise, which M. de Witte described as "an old enemy in a new uniform." It is understood that' a hundred and twenty millions sterling is asked for the re-purchase of the half of Saghalien, and to cover the cost of the maintenance of prisoners of war, with other features, including what was cabled yesterday. It is intended to spare Russia's susceptibilities.