The Washington times., 1904-11-20
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That Austro-Hungary May Be Annexed to
the German Empire Is the Hope and
Cherished Ambition of
Kaiser Wilhelm

Emperor's unruly subjects. the ever IN
satisfied Hungarians.
His keeE eye soon perceived the re.
markable vitality of the Hungarian na-
ton. He realized that a nelghDoring
country. with nearly %. e5J,OOO of popula-
ton, with constitutional language and
with a national idea, represented a force
well worthy of the most serious consid-
Grafton. II consequence, he did not hes
itate TO show his sympathy for, and hts
interest IN. the marvellous progress and
development Of modern Hungary
Soon after his accession 70 the throne
he accepted an Invitation for a hunting
trip 10 the Hungarian estates of the
Arekdulye Frederick, and spent many de-
Ightful days on the Bellyeer hunting
grounds. BE was kind and aftable with
everybody. and not chary with expires
siohs of sympathy with "the chiValrous
Magyars."
4 little afterward he took occasion to
pay visit To the Seventh Hungarian
Regiment Of Hussars. Of which he was
the honorary colonel At the officers
banquet he declared how keenly he felt
/ the honor of being placed at the head OF
| this particular regiment, which was al
ready intimately connected with his
house by the fact that his uncle had
held the cOlOnelsnip before him. He IN
1 sisted On having a Hungarian for Aus
tFo-Hungarian ambassador in Berlin,
and. indeed. ever since the accession Of
| William II none but a Hungarian has
represented Francis Joseph IA Germany.
| He frequently returned TO Hungary 10
go hunting or the Bellyeer grounds, or
10 witness the maneuvers Of the Austro-
/ Hungarian army. Belye and its vicin-
cinity he gained immense popularity by
his pleasing and affable manner and his
hattering comments on Hungarian af-
fairs, At the maneuvers he spent his
time alternately with his Hungarian
regiment and Francis Joseph: but he
seized every opportunity 10 praise the
remarkable alertness Of the Hungarian
troops and their efficiency.
A people so exceedingly sensitive on
questions of national honor or even of
national vanity, ana moreover neglect
ed, nay. often offended in its most cher
ished patriotic feelings by the reign
ing dynasty. could not help being
charmed by the German Emperor's 3
hattering attentions BY such means
he soon ingratiated himself with the
people Of Hungary II was popularity
believed. even. that in his inmOst heart
ne sympathized with the national de-
signs Of complete Hungarian indepen-
dence.
A Sensational Toast.
, As 1t happened. the beliel in the good
, Will OF so powerful and resolute a mon
. arch soon grew 20 the proportions of a
political dogma. In 1886 Hungary cele-
brated the millennium OF her existence.
/. and William II availed himself OF the
opportunity 70 visit the Hungarian capt
tai. During his stay at Budapest. he
} preferably wore the uniform Of his Hun
garian regiment. At the grand opera he
demonstratively applauded the popular
airs OF patriotic musical-drama. He
also honOred with his presence the
Park Cuba magnificent and unique
club Of ladies and gentlemen-and IN
response 10 her greeting, gallantly
kissed the hand OF Nine. Daniel. wife
Of the Hungarian minister Of commerce
Thus his genial nature won all hearts
but IL was reserved to one OF his
speeches 20 arouse the enthusiasm OF
the Hungarians 20 it's highest pitch.
Responding to the toast OF Francis
Joseph. at the old royal palace OF Buda
William II lauded the virtues OF the
Magyar people. declaring that only ''in-
, dividuality' can lead persons and ma
tiOns alike to true greatness. Then. al
luding 10 the lame OF her national kings
/, he prophesied for Hungary yet more
glorious days 90 come.
This toast. spoken al the palace where
Matthias Corvin. the greatest OF Hun.
gary's national kings. had once reigned
and in the presence Of the Emperor King
and all members of the Hapsburl
dynasty entitled 10 Succession. and op
posed 10 Hungary's national develop
ment, Was a resOunding act causing
consternation in Austria but arousinl
j unbounded enthusiasm ia Hungary. 1