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New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
Novel and Interesting Lingerie
LANE BRYANT.

A fascinating little boudoir robe. or mouse
frock. consists of loose snock and tulI'
box-pleated skirt. L has collar, finished with
J knotted tie Many colors are shown, includ-
mo rose white and navy. In albauoss IT costs
s8.65. and in crepe de chine, Sll.o5
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
oPPENHEIM, COLLINS & co.

Attractive fibre silk sweaters in colors with
white trimming are moderately priced at $500.
A very good topcoat for early fall is of mouse
color duvetuyn, which promises to be promi-
nent among autumn fabrics. 1t is made on
very full lines may be buttoned up to the turn
over collar and has two huge patch pockets
Price, S2975.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
STERN BROS

In an Oriental rug sale, I saw Kurdistan
rugs, 313x6 feet, in soft charming colors, re-
duced from So to only Sl4.75. Oriental hall
runners are also much reduced and may be had
for $3.50. The large sized rugs, 9x12 are
being marked down from Sis to SIT.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
SAKS & co.

A blue serge frock, which hangs perfectly
straight like child's dress-the waist line only
defined with row of tiny silk buttons--is at
tractvely embroidered in rope silk with slight
touch OF yellow. The sleeves are OF chiffon.
Price. $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
R. H. MACY & co.

Batiate nightgowns, daintlly figured IN tiny
rosebuds or fine blue or pink checks and simply
finished with rufles OF narrow Val, cost "a
cents Envelope chemses to match are priced
the same. New crepe de chine camesoles
trimmed with pufings OF fne net are moder-
ately marked SO cents.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
Household Far mishim IS
GIMBEL BROS.

An attractive box. containing an extra large
bath towel, two medium sized ones, and two
face cloths, all marked with pretty blue en-
broidery initials costs only So complete, in the
August sale Fine linen scarfs, with wide Dor
der OF linen lace, imitation flet, are S1,25. Irish
linen damask cloths, 7Ox7O inches, are specially
priced Sl95.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
BONWIT, TELLER & co.

IVomens So oxfords, in incomplete sizes, are
bein.2 closed out at 81. The So pumps with
suede >tops are now offered for 375. Excellent
quality silk rose in shot silk and black are
markedE down to S1l5. Silk Isle stockings are
so certs.+a
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
STERN BROS.

Women's silk hosiery in fancy stripes and
shepherd plaid effects, is offered for 81 so pair
Childrens fancy imported socks, with scalloped
tops are being marked down to as cents, for
merly priced up to 95 cents.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
LANE BRYANT.

A smart blue serge house frock is fastened
with white trimmed buttons, which match the
white embroidered buttonhOles. Two narrow
belts which cross in front are so designed as to
give an especially good line to large figures.
The neck is finished with two tiny turnback
revers, faced with black silk. Price, $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
WI Cho~SAu
T. ES2d ShOp Bargains for the WeekEz
Midsummer Brings Its Sales
of Midwimter Necessities

are round pique collars either embroidered
or plain, priced at 50 cents. These add much
to the becomingness of some Of the rather try.
inc new colors. Wide suede belts, striped with
patent leather and fastened with two small har.
ness buckles, are offered for ST. also saw
unique collar and cuffs sets with deep points.
They arc made of knife plcated organde, I'm.
ished with either picot edge or narrow Val
lace. Price, Sl.95 a set.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
BEST & co.

A distinctive autumn street frock for the
young girl is OF blue serge made with very
short loose bolero. and deep white silk girdle
showing beneath it, Over this is drawn a mar
row fat sash OF the blue serge, caught with
red military decoration. Price, $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
Concerning Footwear
FRANKLIN SIMON COMPANY.

Mems S oxfords, in tan Russia calf, or
black calf with buckskn tops, are being closed
out At s. on account of broken sizes. The 81
and SIS Bannister oxford in plain leather or in
combinations, is reduced to 81.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
JAMES M'CREERY & co.

Week end cases Of enamelled duck lined with
cretonne have top pockets and nice little tray
aud, II sizes "a to q inches are priced at S3.7S.
fibre wardrobe trunk with ten hangers and
five drawers, usually priced S28 is being put or
sale for $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
John WANAMAKER.

On table Of reduced sweaters in odd sizes
saw beautiful silk and wool mixtures with nov
eltv checks in charming color combinations,
gold and purple, gray and white, etc, formerly
$40 and now $3.50 There were others in solid
colors. checks and two toned effects. also very
much reduced, some being as low as IS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
AUGUST FURNITURE REDUc rToNs

fronts and three shelves, are ,srked down for
August to Sl4. Mahogany ookracks with
three shelves reduced to So Small desks
in mahogany finish are specially offered for
SlO75.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
JAMES MCUTCHEON & CO.

Imported nightgowns, hand scalloped and
embroidered, are being marked down to s. and
up. Hand embroidered chemises, in variety
OF charming designs, in cdd sizes, are marked
down 10 81.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
OPPENHEIM, COLLINS & co.

Sport skirts of heavy linen crash striped in
black or colors are very practical for this
season and are reduced to sos Box pleated
novelty black and white checked skirts are the
same price.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
Little Odds and Ends
STERN BEOS.

Lovely long MORE ribbon sashes, with large
tasses, arc priced SOS.
OPPENHEIM COLLINS & co.
Full ostrich rufus Of white or black and white
mixture. arc finished with long silk tassels and
offered fer sos
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

Wash frocks for girls from six TO fourteen
years. in odd sizes, are being closed out at
sos. Among them are hand-smocked ard en-
broidercd gingham, and chambreys, and also
snart little linens.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
STERN BROS.

Warm Shetland wool sweaters in stripes or
plain effects come with either sashes or belts,
priced 1896 The fibre silk ones in plain colors
or combined with contrasting shades are OF
fered at $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
IOHN WANAMAKER.

White drill middies for young girls and small
women may be had shocked in color for ST..
English tweed sport skirts, just received, are
S. and 81.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
SAKS & Co.

II IS we'll known fact that the foresighted
woman purchases her furs during the summer,
when they are much reduced in price. A lovely
set Of red fox, with large barrel muft made
with head and tail and scarf Of one large ami
NAL with head and bushy tail, is reduced to
s29sO. These fox sets are also dyed Baum
Msrten," rich dark brown. They are reduced
to $3.50 from S47.5O. Single animal scarfs
are marked down to $3.50 and up.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
STERN BROS.

Good quality glove silk vests are specially
offered for SIPS; glove silk boomers at Sl.59.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

Especially practical, as well as attractive tor
early autumn sports are glove silk middies
with sailor collar and silk cord iacings. Price
S5Q5
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
LORD & TAYLOR.

An attractive blouse Of Georgette crepe has
groups Of fine pin tucks, which cross to form
a plaid effect and simple turnback collar and
cuffs. Price, IS.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
BEST & co.

Especially charming is new fall blouse Of
embroidered Georgette crepe in blue, green or
African brown. This has a white MORE silk
vestee and high collar with turnover points
Price, $3.50.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
BEST & CO.

Middies. made of nice quality pQue, are
belted and have two large pockets Ike sports
coat Price. S2.75.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

For Girls OF Various Ages
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
JAMES MCUTCHEON & co.

Head rests OF cretonne with handles and
large pockets fer magazines, etc. are priced ST.
Linen pillow cases, stamped for embroidery
are 81 so a pair
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
LORD AND TAYLOR.

Broken lots Of 50 cent boxes OF initial sta
tioncry are offered for Is cents. Children's
handEetchicis with fascinating "Kewpie" Dor
dere. come three in boz Ior 25 cents.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
JAMES M'CREERY & co.

Mems 81 shirts, including good quality satin
striped silks, in a variety OF colors, have the
French foldback cuffs and are reduced to sos.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

wicker bird cage on metal stand to
Ohich are attached three grocefW little glass
fo,0er holders is picturesque n the extreme.
Lord e Taylor sell this for $500.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
B. ALTMAN & co.

A lovely autumn sport suit is made OF golden
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

That the smock can claim other en'"V'
ment besides garden IS eridencsd BY ms 90
hgbtul loupging robe, consisting Of '"'''
and tW pleated skirt h a'bG'ross' " ,
priced $500 and in crepe de chime Sll'''' ~
Lane Byyant's.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

Tiny coin purses Of leather may be worn con-
vcnienhy strapped TO the wrist like a watch
br2ccct Price. so cents.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
GIMBEL BROS

Well made sectional bookcases, with glass
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08

CorseGs and Un derwear
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1915-08-08
FRANKLIN SIMON & co.

Specially designed for wear with sweaters
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
BY AUTHORITY.
SEALED TENDERS.

Sealed tenders will be received by
the Superintendent of Public Works
up until II noon of Monday, May "a
1915, for the Construction of Home
stead Roads in Kaneohe, Oahu.
The Superintendent of Public Works
reserves the right to reject any or
all tenders.
Plans, specifications and blank
forms of proposal are on file in the
office of the Superintendent of Public
Works, Capitol building, Honolulu.
CHAS r. FORBES,
Superintendent of Public Works
Honolulu, May u, 1915.
6162-10t
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
WANT A WAR MAP?

A limited number of war maps OF
Europe have been secured by the
Star-Bulletin and are offered to pat
rcns of this paper at the very reason
able price of 10 cents, the order to
be accompanied by three coupons clip
ped from this paper. The coupon is
published in another column This
map takes in all of Europe and enables
the reader to follow the actiy-
tiles of all the European warning fore.
os. Remember that the supply is lin
tied. ..= -..> . f..
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
LOST CERTIFICATE OF STOCK.

Notice is hereby given that Cert,
ficate No 2O91 evidencing 10 shares
of the capital stsek OF Honolulu Brew.
ing & Mailing Co, Ltd. standing in
the name of ]. P. Cundell, has been
lost or destroyed, and all persons are
hereby warned against negotiating the
same.
HENRY WATERHOUSE TRUST
CO, LTD.
6163-May 13, Il, 20, %. q, 90, June
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
MINERS FLOCK TO WAR.
TAssociated PressI

MISUNDERSTANDING to trade uni
on officials, more than 100000 min
ers have been recruited into the Brit
ish army since the beginning Of the
war Most of these have been en-
rolled as engineers or sappers, thus
providing trained men for this work,
which is proving Of the highest inn
portance in the trench warfare on the
western front.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
FOR RENT

A modern six-room bungalow, mosqui-
to proof, laundry and shower, ser
wants quarters, lawn taken care OF
by owner Call at 800 Lnnalilo st.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20

Ships offcer-Oh, there goes eight
bells; excuse me, it's my watch below.
Old Lady-Graciousi Fancy your
watch striking as loud as that!-Sail-
ors Magazine.
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20

Inter-IsIand and Oahu Railroad ship
ping books at Star Bulletin Office. II
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
SHORTHAND AND eookkEEplNo.

Glass, private or postal tuition given
in above subjects. Speed classes.
formed Apply evenings only, or by
mail to Arthur Grounds, F.. Inc, 8.
T. (Eng.l, at 1881 Matlock ave.,
city. 6167-1m
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
WANTED-To BUY.
sALEsLAoIEs WANTED.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY.

For sale-Well established CONT
ag'cy. at reasonable figure; owner
desires to leave territory. Box 185.
this office. 6167-6t
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20

A piano at low price. Address &c, +"
this office. 6166-4t
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
SURGEON cHIRoPoDIsT

Corns, corns, corns-all foot troubles.
McTnerny's Shoe Store, Fort street.
DR. Merrill If
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20

BARGAIN-Singer piano, nah. case
DR.. R. G. Aver, 1880 Kinau st.
6156-tf
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
FOR SALE

Cadillac, in fine condition; part cash;
cheap. 500 South King st. -
6164-tf ..- ..
Honolulu star-bulletin. [volume] (Honolulu [Oahu, Hawaii]) 1912-2010, 1915-05-20
cocoANUT PLANTS FOR SALE.

Cocoanut plants for sale; Samoan va
riety Apply A. d. Hills, Lihue
Kauai. g., ri. 6277-tf
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16
JAPAN

limited Press Leased Wire Service.1
WASHINGTON, April 1e.-oficiaIs
continued today to deny that there is
the slightest cause for alarm in re-
ports Of the establishment Of Japa.
nese naval base on the Mexican Low
er California coast.
Great interest was still displayed In
the subject, however. Secretary Dan
ie!s has asked Admiral Howard to re-
port the extent or Japanese operations
at Turtle Bay.
It is not denied that since Admiral
Won Specs squadron sunk the British
naval force under Admiral Craddock,
last November, off the Chilean coast,
Japan has Rad a strong fleet in east
ern Pacific waters, but officials here
declared this is in no way menace
to the United States as Japan, In her
capacity as EngIand's ally, has under
taken patrol Of certain section OF
the Pacific.
Officials insist they are taking Japan
at her word in the statement that the
Turtle Bay operations are to raise
the Asams. They decline to discuss
reports that the bay in reality 10
| japanese naval base. >..
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16
UNION CARPENTERS
ARE ON STRIKE
Between Fifteen and Eighteen Thou
sand Men, Tie Up All Build.
ING Work.

IUnited Press Eeased Wire Service.
CHICAGO, April 16.-Work on $780,
OO0, 900 or more of building construc-
ton throughout Chicago was at a
complete standstill today, due to the
strike Of between $4,000 and $4,000
union carpenters. The official notifl-
cation to the employers that the
strike was on to bitter end came to.
day. The mems demand for an in
crease from 65 to 70 cents an hour
was met by counter-proposal OF an
increase to 67k cents after eighteen
months. The men refused.
With the carpenters strike it was
estimated today that thousands of
other workers have been forced out
of work in material factories.
While the carpenters were arang-
ing plans to picket all large build
ings, the contractors today announced
they will Immediately import from g.
900 to 10000 non-union. men from
cities whence there have come re-
ports of a shortage Of work.
In the meantime there was put on
foot by public men, plan to have the
state arbitration officials Immediately
take the matter up with a view to
peaceful settlement Of a situation
which If allowed to continue, it is
believed will mean an enormous eco
nomic loss at this time.
The proverbial charges and coun-
ter-charges of smuggling by hired thugs
by both sides were made today.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16

HOLLAND

UNITED Press Leased Wire Servicel
THE HAGUE, April 16-The Dutch
government officially announced to-
day, through Minister Of Marine RAM
bonnet, that Il was satisfied a subma-
rlne sank tho Dutch steamer katwyk
near the North Hinder ightship.
The government however, careful
Iy refrained from indicating the ma
tionaIlty Of the submarine, but de-
ciared that an official inquiry into
that phase OF the case was continu-
ing.
"The submarine disappeared In the
darkness, after refusing the request
Of the katwyk's crew THAT she tow
their boats" said the official state
ment. "At an official inquiry, the Kat
wyks crew was unable to state def
nltely the nationality Of the attack
ing vessel"
The leading Dutch newspapers and
the public generally were certain
that the katwyk was torpedoed by
German submarine and gave vent
to bursts Of indignation today. News
papers with English leanings, called
upon the government to issue sharp
note to Germany, demanding an apoI-
ogy and declaring repetition OF the
ioffense would mean war. Other pa.
spers, though less war-like, warned
Germany that an accumulation Of at
tacks against Dutch vessels by Ger
man submarines was rapidly develop
Ing a most serious situation.
GERMANY WILL INVESTIGATE.
BERLIN, (via Amsterdam) April
16.-The German government has be
gun an official investigation Of The
charge that German submarine
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16

United Press Leased Wire Service.l
WASHINGTON, April 16.-Evl-
dences multiplied today in the view
of officials, that an organized cam
paign designed to force Intervention
In Mexico has again been commenced
All the embassies and legations here
have been deluged with af1davits ana
reports asserting that absolute an.
archy prevails Specific instances OF
murder, robbery and abuse are cited.
The whole report comes from the IN
ternational commission recently form
ed at Mexico City. Reports from vera
Cruz that Obregon has signally de-
1eated Villa at Celaya with . loss OF
five thousand killed, 5000 prisoners
and forty cannon were denied TO-DAY
oy the Villa agency here.
Food supply 10 Low.
WASHINGTON April 16.-The
Mexico City food supply was again
causing serious concern today. Duval
West, President Wilson's representa-
i've, wired Secretary Bryan tnat
Prices were soaring and that the sup
ply even at legations and embassies
was short. He feared anti-foreign
demonstrations.
Secretary Bryan telegraphed Con
sul Silliman at Vera Cruz to ask Cen
eral Carranza to permit forwardins
" food supplies.
The Carranxa sssncy here insisted
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16
Continued on page 81
GERMANY

limited Press Leased Wire Service.
BERLIN, (Ma wireless Is london)
AorII 16-British destroyers standing
near the coast, assisted the allied
land forces in a heavy artillery at
tack ucon the German positions be-
tween Nleuport and Ostend yester.
day, according to an official state.
ment from the war office this after
noon. The Germans trained their
coast ouns upon the war ships and
forced them to retire without doing
any damage.
Increased activity all along the
battle front was reported in offciai
dispatches received here today. Sew
eraI infantry clashes have occurred
at the southern outskirts at st. EIoi,
In northern France, the Germans oe-
cupyinc two houses south Of the Lor-
ette Heights Fighting has recon-:
meneed between the Meusc and Mo
seIie, according to the war office, but
has been confined largely to art'-
lerv dveiling. In this region. the
French, having failed to make any
s,bstantiaI progress BY charging the
German positions have resorted to
the use Of asphyxistin9 bombs and
explosive cartridges, according to dis
patches from the German command
ere.
There is little change In the situa-
tjon on the eastern battle front, &C
eord,no to tho war office. In skirn,'
ishes near kalvarya In the last few
DAYS, the Germans have taken 1.o4o
Russian prisoners and captured sew
en- machine Huns.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16
The War in Mexico
Latest Developments Among Our Revolution
ary Neighbors of the South.

that following a thirty-eig hours
battle at Celaya yesterday. Obregon
inflicted crushing defeat on V1llista
forces which lost $4,000 killed, wound
ed and prisoners, forty cannon. hve
Thousand rifles and large quantities OF
ammunition. The state department.
version was: -,
.The battle at Celaya was still in
progress April IA, without definite ad-
vantage to either side, but apparent
lv favorable to General Villa.
IN the latest battle at Matamoros.
roo constitutionalists were killed and
sixty.seven wounded while the Vili1sta
attackers lost 200 killed and 100
wounded"
Calls Huerta Z Liar.
SEATTLE, Wash, April 16-Thaf
Huerta lied when he stated In New
York he had nothing to do with the
assassination OF President Madero,
was the emph:Sic statement mace
bare today by Col. M. Perez Romero,
IN. new Carranzista minister to Japan
before he sailed for the orient.
"Huerta is q humbug and mar
SAID Romero. who is brother-in-ia"
of the murdered Madero. Everyone
who knows anything about the circum.
stances knows that Huerta ordereo
Madero killed. was on the sIounu ln
and knew the facts leading up 70 ene
assassination.
The daily Gate City. [volume] (Keokuk, Iowa) 1855-1916, 1915-04-16
What the War Moves Mean
Bv J. w. 7. Mason, Former European Man.
ager Of the United Press.

Russian Caucasus province and they
occupy as well a very large area Of
northern Persia. A comparison OF
gains and losses is distinctly favor
able to Turkey. While the Persian
gulf hinterland is of immense value
to England, it is simply a waste plot
OF ground to the un-enterprising
Turks. On the other hand, Turkey
has long been ambitious to acquire
foothold in Persia. which, with its Mo-
hammedan civilization, is far more at
tractive to the Turks than the noma-
die lands Of southern Babylon
At the same time. all the prestige
of the recent Dardanelles engage
ment has fallen to the Turkish de-
fenders-and of course, their German
ally. It Is unqUestionably stfmulat-
ing to the Turks to feel that the war.
ships of France and England not only
have been unable to make any seri-
Gus impression upon the Dardanelles'
fortifcations, but also have been
compelled to withdraw after serious
losses.
All these circumstances make 1t
highly improbable that the Turks
are desirous of making separate
surrender to the allies. Turkey
doubtless would be willing to agree
to peace now if she were allowed to
retain what her armies have won In
exchange for the loss of the Persian
gulf territory. This too, would be a
satisfactory peace for England, but it
is OF course, out of the question at
present. Neither France nor Russia
would agree to such proposal and
England's major interests are bound
IN with those of her allies