Greece

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXXII, Issue 7, 2 December 1916, Page 5

Greece

FRENCH TROOPS LANDED.

EXTRAORDINARY SITUATION.

CREEK RESERVISTS CALLED UP.

Press Association—Copyright, Australian and N.Z. Cable Association. Athens/ December 1. An Allied transport, laden with French troop's, landed them on the Piraeus quay. The King has signed a decree, accenting army volunteers. Greek troops have occupied the surrounding hills and villages. The King yesterday congratulated the officers of the First Army Corps upon their manly attitude, and ordered them to resist by force of arms any Allied attempt to occupy the buildings. Greek troops are in possession, and the bands of reservists in the streets of Athens are considerably alarming the populace. It transpired that the latter were proceeding to their barracks, where uniformed, armed Greek authorities appear to be doing their best to maintain order. Calling up the reservists removes a dangerous element from the streets. , Mr Jeffries, wiring from Athens, states that the General Staff has ordered all unremovable munitions of war material to be buried or destroyed. Mr Jeffries interviewed Admiral du Fournet, who stated he was determined to carry out the terms of the last Note. The Allies desire to avoid bloodshed, if possible, but unless the guns are handed over he will land a large detachment of troops, occupying previously chosen positions. Admiral du Fournet expects a quiet surrcndoi, because his forces are backed by the heaviest of artillery*. ALLIES’ DEMANDS REFUSED. Press Association —Copyright. Published in Times.” (Received 8.50 a.m.) Athens, December 1. It is reported that the Government has finally .refused Admiral du Fournet’s demands.