27 SEPTEMBER 1924, Page 2

Although the Spanish Directory has had the moral courage to

suggest terms of peace in Morocco, it is obvious that certain military successes are regarded as a necessary preliminary to negotiations. For instance, Sheshuan is still beleaguered, and in great danger, and must be relieved. Besides, the .Riff have opposed extravagant demands to the Spanish offer of reasonable terms, so that Spain has a double reason for the offensive that his just been undertaken. But it would seem that the Sheshuan garrison must be saved quickly if it is to be saved at all.