6 NOVEMBER 1915, Page 15

On Wednesday M. Briand read the Ministerial declaration. It WOM

an eloquent and courageous speech, and shows the utmost determination. " Any failure to maintain the dis- cipline imposed by the vital interest of the country will be immediately and vigorously repressed." Considering, however, the imperturbable sang-froid of the nation, the Government feel justified in reconsidering the question of the Censorship. M. Briand went on to declare once, more that France will not sign peace until right has been restored through victory and until she has obtained all the guarantees for a lasting peace. The declaration of policy was very well received in the Chamber, which by 515 votes to 1 adopted a resolution expressing confidence in the Government.