Ambassador Meyer to the Secretary of State.
St. Petersburg, April 7, 1906.
Sir: I have the honor to confirm my cable of April 6,a true reading of which will be found attached.
The success of the constitutional Democrats has made a great impression on the Government and created considerable nervousness.
Witte is really anxious to resign and go out of the country for a much-needed rest. But he assured a mutual friend that he would stay and serve the Emperor as long as His Majesty desired.
The elections so far have impressed upon his mind the want of confidence which exists among the people as to his administration. As he is without any supporters among the elected members of the Douma, it is difficult to believe that the Emperor will be able or even desirous of having him continue to serve as premier after the Douma is organized.
I have, etc.,
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