The Royal Proclamation notifying nother 2,000,000 men of their lability {or military service is generally wel comed, says a special commentary issued here.
The greatness of Britain's war effort, it is stated, disposes of German gibes. that "Britain is willing fo die to the last Frenchman."
Methodical calling up over a considerable period is said to be indicating British ability to utilize manpower (o the maximum advantage of both industry and service, thus avoid ting the waste and confusion which were so conspicuous in the last war, When acceptance of compulsory ser vice war qualified by strong opposition and widespread misgivings, even after seventeen months of desperate campaigning. This time, however. the scheme is warmly approved by all sections of British opinion, the commentary adds—Reuter.
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