THE WAR SCARE.

Auckland Star, Volume XXVIII, Issue 43, 22 February 1897, Page 3

THE WAR SCARE.

FIGHTING IN CRETE.

Turks Compelled to

Retreat.

Capture of a Fort by the

Greeks.

Athens, February 20. Colonel Vassos compelled the Turkish outposts at Platina to retreat on Canea. He also captured Fort Vouroulies, killing 100 and losing 11.

The British fleet prevented Greek steamers landing powder and food where the coast was protected by the Powers.

The Powers decline to take notice of Colonel Vassos' proclamation of annexation.

Karathesdory Pasha has declined the position of Imperial representative in Crete. Owing to the slate of the finances and the lack of necessaries, the mobilisation of the Turkish forces is regarded as unlikely to be proceeded with. Colonel Vassos has promised the Moslems protection and equality of treatment. The Powers, especially Russia, Germany and Austria, are greatly incensed at the obstinacy of Greece, but popular feeling in France and Italy strongly favours Greece.

Berlin, February 20,

Ernperoi William is furious at Great Britain's refusal to blockade the

Phase us,

The German press says that Lord Salisbury, by the stand he has taken up, imperils the peace of Europe. Rome, Fobruary 20. The Marquis di Rudini favours the stand taken by Lord Salisbury.

Paris, February 20,

Application is being made daily at the Greek Legation at Paris by men willing to serve in the Greek Army. Washington, February 21. The Senate has passed a resolution of sympathy with Greece.