Atlanta Georgian. [volume] (Atlanta, Ga.) 1912-1939, 1914-03-14
HUNCAR|ANS'
CHANCE FOR
REPUBLIC
Hussars Lieutenant Certain Con-
fIict, After Long Preparations.
Will Be Momentous Fight.

War between Russia and Austria
Hungary is not Only possible, but very
probable according to Baron Andor
Won Cob0ly Of Hungary, who is IN
Atlanta at the Georgian Terrace.
Should Russia declare war. it viii be
on Austria. and Hungary will remain
independent, being solely on the de-
fensiye, said the Baron.
Hungary has long been trying to
sever its connections with Austria,
and the Baron no is a lieutenant Of
the Austrian Hussars. thinks in the
event OF Austria going to war with
Russia that an opportunity Will be
given his country men to break away
from the rule of the Austrians and
set UP a republic of their own.
Emperor Franz Joseph, he says Is
gradually losing his power and his
advanced age prevents Elm from taxi
ing an active part in the matters OF
state. Baron Won Coboly has been
quoted in several interviews as pre-
dieting civil war in Austria j Hun
gary following the death Of Emperor
Franz Joseph.
Relations al Breaking Point.
Diplomatic relations between Rus
STA and Austria Hungary have been
at the breaking point for some time
said the Baron, and war between the
two countries has been Impending
Both nations have Increased the mil
tarv forces in preparation for the re-
garded inevitable conflict. The Aus
TRAN military budget for the build
ing of fortresses. battleships' estao-
fishing an aviation corps and enlarg-
ine the army, has been raised from
s25. 900, 900 in 1907 to over s50,oOo,oOO
In 1918. while the Russian budget Tor
military increase is now over $40
600. 900 yearly. compared with SEQ
600. 900 in 1907
Baron Won Coboly would not tell
what he thinks is behind the trouble
but from his attitude it was apparent
that he is well acquainted with the
source OF the difficulties He would
neither say whether or not he woulG
return TO his native country should
war break out.
Might Involve Allies.
Because OF the triple alliance be-
tween Austria Hungary Germany
ana Italy, it is possible that both
countries would become entangled, al
though ! believe that Italy would re-
main neutral TO a large extent be-
cause OF the recent Balkan war. in
which that country became embroiled
Germany would possibly side with
Russia, but ! think it would attempt
TO keep out of the trouble a much as
possible" said the Baron.
"On the other hand, there is the
triple entente between Russia Eng
land and France. Undoubtedly should
Germany take any part in the war
France would side with Russia. be-
cause OF the troubles between France
and Germany, Uhict have been be-
coming more acute since 1878. France
probably would lend It's diplomatic
influence to Russia although il is my
opinion that the French would re-
main out Of the controversy as much
as possible.
England, I am almost positive,
would take no stand and remain en-
tirely neutral. Difficulties in India
are now giving the English Govern
ment all the excitement IL desires
SHOULD war develop. It will be the
most famous in history, as both
countries are prepared, 1t will be
war that will last for many years and
both countries will suffer large losses
Although | would be glad 70 see
Hungary given this chance to get
away from Austria, hate to imagine
war between two such powers as
Russia and Austria