The Hague, August 22. The Generals had a three hours' interview with Mr Kruger at Utrecht. The latter closely questioned them as to the attitude of the burghers uuder the new regime, and expressed him self disappointed with the replies. A member of the local committee said he hoped the Boer Republics would soon be re-established. The Generals ignored the remark. Extremists in Holland are irritated at their attitude. The Generals have abandoned their proposed tour of Holland, and will re turn to England immediately. General De Wet has completed his history of the war, and Generals Botha and De la Rey are writing a preface. Brussels, August 22. Botha received an ovation here, crowds shouting " Long live the Boers." London, August 23.
Mr Kruger is bitterly disappointed at the Generals' determination to loyally adhere to the peace terms. Botha declares it is the burghers' duty to respect the laws and become faithful subjects of the King. De Wet is pressing Dr Leyds for documentary proof of M. Delcasse's, French Minister for. Foreign Affairs, alleged promise to intervene prior to the issue of the Boer ultimatum. There are indications that the Boer colony is deserting Brussels for Dres den.
The Standard's Brussels correspon dent states that Fischer, Wessels, and Wolmaruns intend to take the oath of allegiance, and apply for permission to return to South Africa.
SOUTH AFRICA.
Capetown. August 22.
Progressive members of the Cape Parliament opposed to Sir Jas. Gor don Sprigg, Premier, have elected Dr Smartt leader of the party. The Natal Witness 1 : states- that Wakkerstroom will be excluded from the Transvaal territory recently ceded to Nat.nl.
