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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
7
Special London Times cable to the Washington Post reports Russian psychology may avert a debacle as mutinies and extremism threaten the Eleventh Army. The Provisional Government seeks land reform to gain peasant support while Kerensky consolidates power and contemplates the death penalty to restore order.
Petrograd reports Nicholas Len ine a pacifist agitator and alleged German spy fugit ive from Petrograd since July 22 has been arrested after a vast man hunt. He was seized at Ozerkie Finland on Tuesday morning and news reached Petrograd today as Russians joined extensive house to house searches. Lenine's chief lieutenant in pacifist propaganda was also taken early today in Finland.
Sir Eric Geddes first lord of the admiralty was elected unopposed to the house of commons representing Cambridge borough. Almeric Paget resigned the seat to make a place for Sir Hmie ee ee ee.
London Times military critic Col. Repington argues that Russia's setbacks widen the burden on the United States and Britain. He urges unity among the western powers, stresses the need to push Germany on land and sea, and notes America’s vital role and the risk to Atlantic trade, with focus on Aisne, Saloniki, and western front strategy.
The article reports Vera Butchkareff leading a doubled wounded girl officer unit in action on the Krevo front amid Russian setbacks. German forces push from Zboroff to the Sereth, forcing retirements along the Strypa and Zlota Lips lines as Hallcz faces threat, while discipline measures surge and arrests rise among troops. Berlin notes Russian retreat into the Carpathians south of Tartar Pass with captures at Staniglau and Nadorna as heavy artillery roars across Galicia.
Petrograd reports the Finnish landting majority drafted an address to the Russian provisional government regarding independence. The provisional government refused to acknowledge the validity of the independence measure after hearing Michael Stakovich's report.
London July 25 report shows the government carried a division with 209 unionists 89 liberals and 8 labor members voting for the measure. Against were 1 unionist 80 liberals and 16 labor members. Several former liberal ministers sided with the minority. Herbert Asquith was not present.
Tokyo dispatch notes Viscount Ishii and other Japanese officials say the forthcoming Ishii mission to the United States is unrelated to America’s note to China and will focus on war operations. They may discuss fleet cooperation, war supplies, and potential American fleet shifts. Debate in Japan over China policy grows amid domestic political shifts and criticism of foreign policy.
Berlin dispatchs report Pan German Peace Program maintains influence as Lloyd George doubts German Chancellor Michaelis. Reports cite ambiguous policy and criticism of German parliaments under Michaelis. Meanwhile Russian forces retreat in Galicia as Austro German advances push toward Buczacz. Berlin also notes Emperor William visiting Galician front, decorating officers and inspecting troops.
A July dispatch from Copenhagen reports German and Austrian forces captured large quantities of munitions armored cars and food in Galicia. The Russians reportedly destroyed many heavy guns and saved light artillery. The occupied area is cited as of great importance with harvest ready corn in many spots.
Paris July 25 representatives of entente allies concerned with the Balkans began a conference here. Utmost secrecy will be maintained. Alexandre Ribot, French premier and foreign minister, addressed the gathering. Labors will cover more than the Balkans, aiming to clarify air after last week Reichstag action.
Copenhagen July 25 Gen Pilsudski organizer and former commander of Polish regions arrested by German authorities while attempting to flee Poland on a large passport. His capture ends a long dispute over Polish armies under German control and marks a shift in the view of the legions and their leader.
The Hope sale of sculptures in London totaled £51,000 with £129,000 by day. The Times notes most finest pieces stay in the United States or go to American museums. Purchases by Metropolitan Museum official Mr. Martin include Amphora for 1,090 guineas and Hydra for 700 guineas.
Pope Benedict addressed the sacred college in Rome on Tuesday July 24. He spoke about the war and its atrocities and destruction, lamenting the extension of the struggle. The pontiff answered greetings from the college on the eve of his name day.
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