The debate was resumed on Wednesday. The most unsparing criticisms
of the Emperor came from Herr Hausmann, leader of the South German People's Party, and Herr Heine, the Socialist Deputy. The former noted that not a single Deputy had expressed approval of what the Emperor had done. The Emperor had said ho would not tolerate pessimists, but he had himself now created pessimists in millions. Again, Prince Billow had expressed doubt as to the accuracy of the details of the interview. "Why express doubt ? The Emperor knew, and the Emperor must be asked."—Here we may note that the Daily Telegraph has issued a statement declaring that the interview was not published until it had received the official imprimatur, and every possible step had been taken to make sure that the Emperor desired its publication, and that the matter contained therein represented his considered opinions.—In regard to Germany's attitude towards England, Herr Hausmann said that the German people had the utmost admiration for England's achievement, and had never envied England her institutions more than at the present moment. It was small comfort to learn that Prince Billow was convinced that henceforth the Emperor would be more reserved in his private conversations. " What they wanted to hear was that the Emperor entirely agreed with the Chancellor that he ought to be more reserved."
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