It is now possible to get a clearer picture of the sequence of events connected with the Russo-Finnish peace talks.
The suggestion was made some ten days ago, when the Russian thrust on the Katelian Isthmus appeared to be progressing so rapidly, that the time had come to consider an armistice. Communications passed between Finland and Russia through M. Elias Erkko, former Finnish Foreign Minister, in Stockholm, and the Swedish Legation in Moscow. The Russians refüsed an armistice, but agreed to receive the Finnish delegation which, as is now known, flew to Stockholm, then went to Moscow.
The time-limit fixed for the talks will, it is believed, expire on March 12.
Meanwhile, it is understood contact is being maintained between the Finnish and Allied governments about. ways and means of increasing help for Finland, if necessary.—Reuter.
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