France's attitude in the matter is especially mysterious." "I am a strong supporter of Lord Roberts," Lord Saxthorpe said, "and I believe in the vital necessity of some scheme for national service.

At the same time, I find it hard to believe that a successful invasion of this country is within the bounds of possibility." "I quite agree with you, Lord Saxthorpe," Mr.Fentolin declared smoothly.

"All the same, this Hague Conference is a most mysterious affair.

The papers this morning are ominously silent about the fleet.
From the tangle of messages we have picked up, I should say, without a doubt, that some form of mobilisation is going on in the North Sea.

If Lady Saxthorpe thinks it warm enough, shall we take our coffee upon the terrace ?" "The terrace, by all means," her ladyship assented, rising from her place.