Dr. Michaelis, new German chancellor, intimates readiness to talk peace if Entente allies ask. Russians continue retreat. . Russians launch offensive in Pinsk region. . . Russians capture Kalusz, Austrian headquarters. August Aug. 3.
Government takes over all merchant ships over twenty-five hundred tons building in United States.
President Wilson signs food control bill. . . . . . Wilson replies to Pope, declining proposal and declaring no terms can be with existing German government alone. . . . . . . Greece definitely at war with Central Powers, British Minister, Bonar Law, announces. . . . . . . . . French assault at Verdun recovers remainder of chief positions. Russians begin general retreat in Galicia, caused by treachery of disloyal regiments. . . . . .