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THE

WAR.

END.

NEARER THE

THE HONGKONG DAILY PRESS, THURSDAY, JUNE 14mm, 1917.

SIGNIFICANCE OF MESSINES VICTORY.

MUCH ACTIVITY.

CANADA AND CONSCRIPTION.

DEALING WITH GREECE.

Franco-Belgian Front,

LATEST UABLES. {THROUGH ARUTESʼN AGENCY.] BRITISH GAIN FURTHER GROUND.

ADVANCE ON TWO MILES FRONT.

LONDON, June 13th. Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig re- ports: We have gained further ground to the east, and north-east of Messines, on n front of nearly two miles. We have also occupied the hamlet of Goprned, have advanced slightly astride the Bonchez river,

There has been considerable enemy artillery activity to the north-east of Gouzeau Court, and to the south and north of the Scarpe, in the neighbour hoods of Lens and pres

Our aeroplanes yesterday did some useful work despite the unfavourable weather...

One of our machines is missing.

BARLIER CABLEN. MESSINES VICTORY COM- PLETE

Pants, June 12th It is semi oficially announced that the British victory at Messines is now com plote. The British dominate the valley of the Lys, which is the most essential

•German communication north of Lille.. EXTRAORDINARY ACTIVITY.

LONDON, June 19th. Router's Correspondent at the British Headquarters says: There is intermit tont shelling east and north-east of Ypres, It does not appear to indicate paything, but rather suggests “jumpiness.”

Extraordinary activity prevails along practically the whole of the present battle

frost.

THE RAIDER AND RAIDED.

LONDON, June 13th. Field Marsha Sir Douglas Haig re porta:-Wa snoocasfully raided last night to the north of Neave Chapelle, and re pulsed raida to the south of Neave Chapelle, to the east of Armentieres and to the North of Ypres."

FIELD MARSHAL TO HIS TROOPS. PRAISE FOR THE SECOND ARMY

LONDON, June 12th Reuter's Correspondent at Headquarters says that Field-Marshal Sir Dougins Haig has addressed the Second Army as

Follows:

Russian Front.

BABLIER CABLES (THROUGH BEUTAR'S AGENCE.J GENERAL ACTIVITY.

BRITISH INDUSTRIAL

UNREST.

CANADA AND CONSCRIPTION. SPEECH BY PREMIER.

OTTAWA, June 12th.

JAPAN'S NATIONAL

COMMITTEE

STRENGTHENS COUNTRY'S

POSITION

ADDRESS BY THE PREMIER,

LONDON, June 13th The political situation is most interest- ______________ LONDON, June 12th.

Mr. Lloyd George, at Downing Strect, ing in view of Quebec's opposition to Beuter's Correspondent at Paris draws addressing the Commissioners appointed conscription and the resignation of Mr.

Toxio, June 13th. attention to the Austrian communiqués

to enquire into industrial unrest, said Pateanud, the Secretary of State. The National Committee, believing that it Businessmen heartily support the new. reporting lively skirmishes in the wooded that the industrial machine had been latter announcment caused a sensation; menns non-interference in the internal Carpathians, in East Galicia, and to working at exceptionally high pressure, henco. the galleries were crowded to heat affairs of China. They also most loyally

general activity of the Russians,

Naval Activities.

EARLIER OABLES. {THROUGH REUTER'S. AGBWOY.} DEALING WITH GERMAN RAIDERS. SPLENDID WORK BY FISHING VESSEL.

LONDON, June 12th.

support the British Alliance, and the cultivation of confidence and friendship abrond

Those who are best informed state that

Five million men, in the prime of life, Sir Robert Borden introduse and had been withdrawn front industry, but plain the Conscription Bill. The latter with diminished numbers it had been provides for reinforcements not exceeding necessary in many cases to maintain an 100,000 by the selective system.

'Threo increased output. Consequently, there tribunals will maks the selection, the had been much overstrain, fatigue ex- first composed of two persons of each the Committee undoubtedly strengthens haustion and irritation." He did not loculity, one chosen by the County Judge the country's position. doubt that the innumerable changes and the other by u Banrd of Selection RAILWAYMEN AND MILITARY necessary to adapt, the picace machine to appointed by Parliament. This Tribunal war exigencies had caused much fris will decide exemptions.

SERVICE The second tion. The marvel is that there had been Tribunal is an appeal body and will be

LONDON, June 13th

The Times understands that as the end

It is officially notified that Lieutenants little The results accomplished had designated by the Chief Justice of each of last week 15,000 railwaymen were re- been beyond the anticipations of men Province. The third Tribunal is also leased for military ervice at home perfectly acquainted with the industrial an appeal body consisting of the Judge There has been some friction, but owing possibilities of this country. This had of the Supreme Court of Canada, who to a give and take spirit there is no undoubtedly been a great surprise and will niso determine the conditions of doubt that railwaymen will be furnished

H. Boll-Irving, of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve, commanded the drifter which tackled the enemy sceplanes men- tioned in last night's communiqué.

in the war that it has been officially It is noteworthy that this is the first time

It is unofficially reported that the five seaplanes were would-be raiders, who were thus intercepted and scattered. This is another example of the unceasing vigil ance and daring which inspire all

DAMAGED GERMAN SUB- MARINE

Capiz, June 18th.

“The complete success of the attack of the Second Army under General Sir Her- bert Plumer is an earnest of the eventual and final victory of the Allied cause. The recorded that a fishing vessel successfully position assailed was one of very great attacked seaplanes, natural strength, on the defences of which the enemy had laboured incessantly for nearly three years. Its possession, over looking the whole of the Ypres salient, was of the greatest strategical value to the enemy for the excellence of the branches of the Service. observation he had from this posit added enormously to the difficulty of our position

preparations for attack and ensured him ample warning of our intention. He was, therefore, fully prepared for our assault and brought up reinforcements of men and guns to meet it. He had the further advantage of the experience gained from his many previous defeats in battles such as the Somme, the Anere, at Arras and

drawn from these he had issued care. at Vimy Ridge. On the lessons to be

all these advantages, the enemy was com fully thought-out instructions.

pletely defeated. Within the space of a few hours all our objectives were gained, with undoubtedly very severe loss to the Germans. Our casualties were, for a battle of such magnitude, most gratify ingly light. The full effect of this vis- lory cannot, be estimated yet, but that it will be very great is certain,

Despite

A Spanish torpedo boat has towed in a Gorman submaring with its engines damaged.

General.

LATEST CABLES. [TABOUGH BAUTER'S AGENOX. ] DEALING WITH GREECE. MORE COMPLETE GUARANTEES NEEDED.

Panis, June 13th,

A message from Athens states that M. Jonart, in a conversation with M. Zaimis, stated that the protecting Powers

intended to

chase tho Thessalian crops Jistribute them through-

appeal. Those exempted will be practi

men in Britain. Remforcements will be cally in the same position as exempted

cailed to the colours in ten classes ing to age, beginning at 20 and ending!

accord

40 years.

towards the half million fresh troops which are demanded by the end of July.

AFFAIRS IN GREECE. PREPARING FOR A SETTLEMENT

LONDON, June 13th. Telegrams from Athens stato that

a disappointment to our enemies.

friction which the Commissioners would Nevertheless there had been trouble and

investigate Murmurings and grun- blings do not come merely from men in- terested in promoting disquiet, but from men honestly anxious to help the country with the prosecution of the war," The Government" wished the

THE PREMIER'S SPEECHL Sir Robert Borden, in introducing the radical resolutions appear to be in course enquiry to be Compulsory Service Bill, laid stress upon of preparation for the settlement of the thorough and impartial, and he was sure,

the obligation to reinfores the gallant Greek question The French ex-Foreign from the character of the Commissioners,

troops in the field. He said: If wo Minister, M. vonnart, who was appointed that that would be the case. The investio not provide them with these reinforce by the Allies as High Commissioner for gation should not be too formal, there met with what countenance, ball, we Greces, has arrived at Salamis, and bas fore it was not desirable that the meetings so much concerned for the day on which General Sarrail and M. Venizelos,

meet them on their return?' He was not proceeded to Salonika to consult with should to public, otherwise witnesars would be disinclined to talk freely Ho when these men would return if the Bill the Bill would become law us for the day

LONDON, Jung 12th. was anxious that the enquiries should be were denied. He conduded by shying; delayed, but is is understood that M. Telegrams from Athens are greatly concluded at the earliest possible moment so that the recommendations for the beating back the invaders of France and sures for the purpose of ending anti- This afternoon Canadians are press, Jonnart's Mission betokens strong mea way of dealing with the unrest could be Belgium. Let us prove ourselves worthy made as soon as possible

to call them comrades. Some may have EARLIER CABLES. made the

de the Kupreme sacrifice for Canada, even we speak.

BRITAIN'S WAR FINANCE.

LONDON, June 12th. The Government will детс for credits amounting to £304,953,200 for the third-quarter of 1017, making a total since

** Les uz summon, in thought, these brate comrades, arm of heart and strong of purpose. Those who have fought, yes, and those who shall fight so more Let 1s summon them in spirit to our deter

Entente inchinations.

AMERICAN LIBERTY LOAN.

WASHINGTON, June 13th. The Treasury admits that the Liberty. and it is feared that it will fall about by Loon

has been greatly undersubscribed,

£100,000,000 when it closes on the 15th

vents since 1935 and the war of £1,000,000,000, including ad-gination? Let us speak and determine CHINESE TELEGRAMS.

and to cas Fout Creepe

obliged them to demand note,complete Following upon the successes already guarantees for the safety of the Eastern ained, it affords final and conclusive army, and also for the restoration of proof that neither strength of position, unity in the Kingdom, and the working. nor knowledge of, and timely prepara-of the constitution is a true spirit.He tion to mest, an impending attack, can also notified the establishment of Allied save the phemy from complete defeat, posts for the control of the Isthmus a and that, brave and tenscious as the Corinth, and the provision of military German troops are, it is only a question forces, so as to assure the maintenance

of order,

GREEK ACTION.

of how much longer they can enduro a repitition of such blows. Our victory was due to causes which always have

ATHENS, June 13th, given, and will give, success, namely, the

The Government subsequently placard atmost skill, valour and determinationed a communiqué explaining that the

thoroughness in preparation

in the execution of an attack, following Powers had no intention of sasailing the upon the

greatest forethought and rights of Greece or the constitutional regime; they only desired Greece to re- main strong and independent.

The situation is calm. FRANCO-BRITISH TROOPS IN

THESSALY.

PARIS, June 13th

AFTER THE BATTLE, GERMAN OBSERVATION POSTS.

LONDON, June 12th. Mr. Beach Thomas, writing from Head- "I desire to place on record here my quarters, states that the most interesting deep appreciation of the splendid work of all that is left on the battlefeld are done above and below ground, and alco the old German observation posts, espe in the air, by all arms of the services and cially near Xprea. They dominate our departments, and by the commanders and ald positions, and thow how oxoplate staffs, by whom, under General Plumer's was the nakednse exposed to the enemy orders, all the means at our disposal How we held Ypres Gil these months is were combined, both in preparation and a miracle. The battle was a periset execution, with a devotion and bravery example of team work There were a few beyond all praise.

A column has entered Thessaly The great success single feats among the infantry, but there gained has brought us a long step nearer were some amazing reports of air fight the final victorious end of the war, and the Empire will be justly proud of the troops who have added such fresh lustre

ing

A British airman found himself with

a number of craft on both sides. He to its arina.”.

tried ́s spinning dive, but fell 8,000 Fest before he could straighten. When 2,000 feet from the ground he saw two German planes In succession tumble past him, shot down, and then, as he began to climb, a third Hun plane came hartling down, almost falling on top of him,

AUSTRIAN PEACE DELEGATES MADE PRISONER,

Losnow, June 13th Regarding the supposed Austrian peace delegates to Russiz, it is now clear that these were taken prisoner and never reached Petrograd.

The mission is not regarded seriously.

GERMAN REPORT.

LONDON, June 12th.

A German official communiqué speaks of British cavalry east of Mossines.

There was lively fighting on the Dwing

especially near Brzczany and on the near Hinorgon and Baranovitch, and

Narajowhe

SILVER,

LONDON, June 12th. Silver is quoted at 387. There is & scarcity in offerings. The market is firm

vances

the Allies,

THE RUSSIAN SITUATION,

REVAL FOLLOWS KRONSTADT.

LONDON, June 12tb. message from Petrograd says Reval has followed the example of Kronstadt and has ejected the Government Commis. sioner, the Council of the Soldiers and Workmen's Delegaten having taken over the administration.

THE SPANISH SITUATION.

GERMAN INFLUENCE?

LONDON, June 12th Owing to the rigid Spanish censorship, the Spanish situation is not clear. The substitution of the Date Ministry for the previous Ministry is not regarded as momentous, but it is significant that the overthrow of the Liberals has been accom- plished under military pressure instigat

A message from Athens states that ed, according to several Spanish news rich troups have disembarked at papers, by Germany Benor Dato's pro- Corinth, and thus a French and British gramme comprises complete neutrality,

THE LATE MAJOR REDMOND. HOW THE END CAME.

ABDICATION OF KING CONSTANTINE?

repeived in London yesterday to the The Time states that reports were

effect that King Constantine was about to abdicate, if he had not already abdiested, in favour of his son Alexander, It is believed that this solution will be acceptable to the Entente

LONDON, June 12th

an if they were in our midst, (Cheers) Sir Wilfrid Laurier assured the Pre- mier that the debate would be conducted with frankness and moderation

by

the opposition side, as befitted free British citizens. He appreciated that the duties devolving on Sir R. L. Borden were of great magnitude, but his own vero

Rely less important. BRITISH SUFFRAGISTS FOR PETROGRAD,

LONDON, June 12th. Mrai Pankhurst and Miss Annie Fanney have sailed for Petrograd.

MESSRS. MACDONALD AND JOWETT

WILL THEY LEAVE ENGLANDI

LONDON, June 13th

The predicament of Mr. Ramsay Mac- Donald and Mr. Jowett continues to arouse great interest Captain Tupper, of the Sailor's Union, states that he has warned the Premier that if naval crew was put on board the ship on which the delegates wished to sail, or a destroyer was used to convoy the delegates, there would be a national strike of seamen on the morrow.

Mr. Wilson, President of the Sailors Her Majesty the Queen has sent a Union, states that the delegates are message of condolence to Mrs. William to leave by another port, which has boun trying

Redmond,

telegraphically warned, and pickets will Sir Edward Carson has written to Mr.be posted. John Redmond stating that the late Major Redmond's most active opponents respected, and liked him.

It transpires that when the ship on which the delegates meant to sail left, Mr. Roberta, the Labour MP., remained

It is stated that the Allies have occu- pied the Isthmus of Corinth unopposed.

It appears that Major Redmond was behind also, although he was not boy-

trol of the crops of Thessaly have entered

A French Eastern communique states serving on the Staff, but prior to the catted. that the troops entrusted with the con- battle of Messines he urgently insisted Thessaly without difficulty as far Klassons.

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that he might so allowed to go into action with his regiment, He was leading his men in an attack in Wytschaete when he KING CUNSTANTINE ABDICATES was struck by a shell fragment and died LATER without recovering consciousness. He was King Constantine has abdicated in buried in a village behind the fighting favour of his you Alexander.

line.

PRESIDENT WILSON AND FLAG DAY.

FROM OUR OWN CORRESPONDENT. ] POLITICAL ADVISERS DIFFER OVER DISSOLUTION.

PEKING, 12th June. The President, unable

to get Minister to countersign the Mandala dissolving Parliament, to-day had & fur- ther consultation with Dr. Morrison, and Mr. Ariga, his political advisera. The former opposed dissolution, but the latter supported it,

It is believed now that the President will recall the mandate,

[HT COUNTERY OF THE CHUNG NGÔI

SAN PO

THE CRISIS.

SHANGHAI, June 13th. The President has rejected Dr. Wu Ting Fang's resignation of the post of acting Premier, but he will resign again and will leave Peking immediately.

name to the Mandate dissolving Parlia Li King Shi alen refused to sign his

ment.

Wing Chi Chen is about to leave Peking, and the President bas sent Kiang Cho Tsung-to stop him,

The Military Offer at Peking is de manding the dissolution of Parliament.

Chang Hean has wired Dr. Wu Ting Fang urging him to sign the Mandate.

Tang Chi no has wired the President demanding that he shall maintain the Parliament

"Behind the altar, said, the cathedral guide to a party of tourists, lies Richard II. In the churchyard outside lies Mar Queen of Boots.” And who WASHINGTON, June 13th

above an unriarked flagging in the stone

an President Wilson is planning an im-

flour and addressing a tourist from London

do you think, air, is a portant speech for the Flag Day celebra lying ews on this spot? " tion on the 14th, when he will make a com Well, prehensive statentent on the aims and don't know for

answer the Cockney,

position of the United States.

Isuspicions.

my