New York, Nov. 30.
The press here this morning roundly condemned Soviet Russia for her attitude towards Finland, which proved conclusively that she has aggressive intentions against that country, The papers reflected the indignation felt throughout the United States at Moscow's stand, Commenting on the offer made to both countries by the U.S. Government, the "New York Times" believed that it did not have much chance of succeeding but stressed that it had to be made.
"No representation made by the United States Government is likely to stop a power desiring to grab what it can without taking into account any moral or humane considerations," the paper added, "For the benefit of history, it is right that our attitude should be as clear as that of Finland."
The "New York Herald Tribune" viewed the situation in a similar light.
"Probably the Kremlin won't worry T much about the fact that, if Soviet Russia attacks Finland would have the moral support of every man and women in this country," the paper said. "However, it may be more interested to know that if the attack is made, Russia will be considered by the United States guilty of a coolly calculated crime against morality for which Communism will never be pardoned,"—Havas,
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