2 AUGUST 1919, Page 2

The Xing and ;Queen went to the .Guildhall on Tuesday

to receive the congratulations of the City on the conclusion of Peace. The King in his reply said what all sober men are thinking The British people displayed throughout the war a spirit of union, self-sacrifice, ,and patience. But these great qualities must now be " reinforced by the homelier virtues of industry and thrift." The King warned the nation that idleness and extravagance would infallibly cause depression and poverty, and prevent us from regaining our commercial greatness. The King expressed his belief that " the ancient and sterling virtues of the British people will not fail us in the hour of need."