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Show WANTS TO BE KELIEVEM. The Duke of Cambridge Will Possibly Resign. London-, April 3. Special. The Duke of Cambridge has given formal intimation of his desire to be relieved from the responsibilities of his post as head of the army. This is not the result re-sult of a recent domestic affliction, as many think, for a similar intimation, though not of so decisive character, was forwarded to the queen last August. The duke expresses his willingness to act as adviser to his successor for so long a period as may be needed, and it is surmised that this offer will bo accepted. ac-cepted. Though the formal announcement of the duke's retirement may be delayed, it is considered highly probable that the Duke of Connaught will take up the duties of the position iu October next, when, in addition to the installation of the new adjutant-general, several other important changes on the headquarters staff will take place. |