London, Feb. 7.
It is learned in Netherlands circles in London that Dr. de Goer decided to go to Holland because he was anxious about his wife's health. It is reported here that on his arrival in Lisbon he learned that his wife, who nas been in Holland throughout the war, was dangerously ill.
Prominent Hollanders in London said: "Dr. de Goer has been feeling his advancing age for a long time and has been pining for his family. He has grown feeble and frail. peace-time he was an admirable Prime Minister but is not the man for such a vigorous task as prosecute ing the war.—Reuter.
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