TitleIllustrated London News 1885 vol.86 page 58DescriptionThe article says Germany’s Emperor praised the country’s growing economy and argued that new overseas colonies would boost trade. Meanwhile, Bismarck faced resistance in Parliament, which rejected funding for African exploration but later approved money for ships in the Cameroons. Bismarck warned that if Germany wanted colonies, it must be willing to pay for them. He also mentioned conflicts in the Cameroons and New Zealand’s interest in Samoa, but said relations with Britain remained peaceful. The Budget Committee eventually approved the naval budget and the exploration funds.
Article continues on page 59.Year1885Volume86Page Number58FormatNewspaper article