KING GEORGE CONGRATULATES CANADIANS WHO CAPTURED VIMY

LONDON, April 10 — King George sent the following message today to Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig, commander of the British armies on the western front:

“The whole Empire will rejoice at the news of yesterday’s successful operation. Canada may well be proud that the taking of the coveted Vimy Ridge has fallen to the lot of her troops. I heartily congratulate you and all who have taken part in this splendid achievement.”