Italian Navy Patrols Entire Coast of Tripoli
Battleships reportedly appeared off Smyrna and Saloniki as an Italian cruiser landed troops at Prevesa after destroying a Turkish torpedo boat destroyer. The Italian fleet blockades the Tripolitan coast and unconfirmed reports say Purkey may issue an ultimatum to Greece over Crete while massing troops in Thessaly. European chancelleries erupt as war is declared with neutral motives cited to avoid Balkans complications.
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Prevesa
Tripolitan
Balkans
Refused to Surrender as Italian Officer Demands Turkish City
In Tripoli an Italian destroyer Garibaldino arrived with a white flag and an officer who demanded surrender of the Turkish garrison. The Turkish commander refused. Crowds watched as Arabs gathered, mosques filled, and British officials considered protection for Italians. National emblems were removed from Italian facilities to prevent incidents.
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Tripoli
Garibaldino
Ering
Turkey
Germany
Italian Plan to Land 40 000 Men in Tripoli
Italian advices say Rome plans a October 7 landing of 40 000 troops in Tripoli with Duke of the Abruzzi as first governor. An administration plan envisions tax cuts for Tripolitans and a protectorate discussion with German mediation, while a public pro Turkey demonstration is organized in London.
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London
Tripoli
Abruzzi
Vienna
Italy
Turin
Milan
Verona
Neue Freie Presse
Daily News
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Turkey
Turkey to Present Ultimatum to Greece
A Vienna despatch reports Turkey will present Greece with an ultimatum demanding withdrawal of all claims to Crete. The move follows regional tensions and signals a hard line from Ankara.
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Turkey
Greece
London
Vienna
Crete
Turkish heir apparent appeals to Victor Emmanuel to avert war
From Rome the Turkish heir apparent who visited King Victor Emmanuel bearing congratulations on the Italian jubilee asked the Italian monarch to intervene and prevent a war.
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London
Rome
Victor Emmanuel
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Mrs. F. Cox of Chicago credits Resinol Ointment and Soap with curing her baby boy’s severe eczema after other remedies failed. She notes first applications relieve skin irritation and pain from burns, with overnight relief for sunburn and poison ivy. Resinol products sold at all drug stores.
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Why Italy Declared War On Tripoli Clash Blazes To Tripoli
Italy and Turkey drifted toward war after decades of disputes over Tripoli. Italy mobilized its army and navy, sent a first squadron to Tripoli, warned Turkey against sending troops, and prepared a second squadron to Salonica as tensions rose.
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Italy
Rome
Tripoli
Morocco
Constantinople
Tripolitan
Salonica
Fear Adana Massacre Threat Looms in Turkey
Despatch from Constantinople reports four ammunition laden transports depart for Tripoli to seize influential Italians in Turkey. Italian residents ordered to close schools and shops as fear of an Adana massacre grows amid guarded Banco di Roma and post office. Turkish troops occupy Thessaly to deter Greek moves on Crete. Russian fleet anchors at Trebizond. Sultan and heir apparent join ministers through the night.
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Daily Chronicle
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Tripoli
Banco di Roma
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Asia Minor
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Thessaly
Crete
Black Sea
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Wrinkle Treatment Ad Promotes French Formula Use
An advertisement advocates avoiding facial massage for deep wrinkles and crow's feet. It praises a French formula of saxolite and hazel in a half pint solution to bathe the face neck and hands daily, claiming marvellous effects on wrinkles and sagging skin.
Italy Declares War on Turkey in 1911 Message
The Italian embassy delivered a formal declaration to the Porte stating that the delay in Turkish replies to Italian demands has expired. It asserts Italy’s rights and dignity require action, announces a state of war, and orders passports for the Italian charge d affaires while assuring Ottoman subjects in Italy may reside safely.
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Constantinople
Porte
Tripoli
Cyrenica
Turkey
Rome
Armies of Turkey and Italy Face Off in Strength Test
Turkey and Italy prepare for a force display as both nations mobilize units. Reports note army strength and near term exercises amid regional tensions.
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Italy
Italy’s Tripoli ultimatum shocks Sicilian mood
Milan dispatch reports weak public enthusiasm for the colonial venture after Italy’s ultimatum to Turkey. The note provokes fears abroad it reflects Sicilian brigandage ethics, while authorities curb telegraph communications to Trieste and other ports.
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Turkey
Tripoli
Chronicle
Milan
Sicily
England Sees Broad War Cloud Over Balkans Greece
London reports growing apprehension as Turkey Italy conflict spreads fear of Balkan unrest. Officials fear Greek claims on Crete and Turkish domestic politics, while Britain cốntinues neutrality to avoid angering either side. Daily Graphic criticizes Sir Edward Gray over treaty obligations.
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Great Britain
Italy
Turkey
England
Greece
Crete
Balkans
Tripoli
Austria
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Germany
Morocco
Europe
Daily Graphic
Edward Gray
Ottoman Empire
U S Keeps Clear as Italy Declares War on Turkey
Washington reports Italy's sudden war on Turkey shocks officials. State Department expects pressure from Berlin-Mrench pact signs and notes no U S political stake in Africa. Navy plans limited presence with ships Chedker Scorpion and protects American archaeological interests in Cyrene and Tripoli.
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Italy
Turkey
State Department
Berlin
Tripoli
Europe
United States
Africa
Chedker
Scorpion
Chester
Cyrene
Consulates Crowded as War Tension Rises in Tripoli
Report from Tripoli dated Sept 29 says foreigners seek refuge in consulates with the British consulate crowded by women and children. Native reservists are called out while Turks buy camels and secure supplies. Belief in nearby British warships quiets locals who hope the Turkish fleet arrives soon.
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Germany seeks concerted action to limit fighting area
Berlin reports Berlin aims for coordinated effort with other powers to restrict war zones. Germany had earlier tried hard to avert war and abandoned hope only at the last moment. It is said Germany agreed to protect Italian lives and property in Turkey during hostilities, where about 50,000 Italians are present.
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Berlin
Turkey
Absorption Process Makes Faces Young
A home care discovery claims mercorized wax can remove aged skin safely. Applied like cold cream at night and washed off in the morning, it supposedly removes dead cuticle and cleanses pores to reveal rosier, healthier skin.
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