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Kaiser to Make Personal Plea for Peace With United States
Washington reports indicate Emperor William will personally plead for peace with the United States, sending for Mr Gerard to convey to President Wilson Germany’s desire to remain on friendly terms. Berlin advices suggest Germany may meet American demands to end current submarine warfare practices without disclosing specifics. Secretary Lansing noted Gerard’s visit to discuss Germany’s forthcoming reply and clarified the exchange was not a direct negotiation.
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