Austro-Germany.

Taranaki Daily News, 8 July 1915, Page 5

Austro-Germany.

ALLIES' VIGOROUS ATTACK. ARABS SENT TO GALLIPOLI. SMYRNA BOMBED. Received July 8, 1.20 a.m. Athens, July 7. After a heavy bombardment from the land battery, the Allies' infantry at the Dardanelles at noon on Monday began an attack which lasted into' the evening. Ten thousand Arabs havo arrived at Constantinople, and the majority have been sent to Gallipoli. British aircraft dropped bombs on Smyrna.

SIR lAN HAMILTON'S REPORT. - PRESS COMMENTS. Received July 8, 12.15 a.m. London, July 7. The Times, referring to Sir lan Hamilton's Dardanelles report, says the despatch is one of the most important and nobly-worded documents in European history. It is now evident that it was impossible to land at Bulair, because the cliffs were too high and steep. The most northerly landing judged practicable was the spot at which the Australians and New Zea landers disembarked, and evf?n there it was impossible to get ashore heavy artillery and supplies. The main force of the colonials scrambled ashore and remained a thorn in the side of the Turks, but- the principal army, with its heavy impedimenta, was bound to land at the extreme end of the peninsula. The enterprise was extremely difficult, but was not a "wild cat" scheme, 'and with the exercise of patience, skill, and heroism those engaged may look for final success.

The first overwhelming thought which surges up 0 n reading Sir lan Hamilton's stirring words is one of pride of admiration for the gallantry and devotion of our heroic troops and those of France. General Hamilton's references are vague, but really meau the transport earning war material were ordered 'back to Alexandria because they were defectively- loaded, *and the contents had to be talccn out and rearranged.

: MUNITIONS FACTORY BURNED. ; PETROLEUM GETTING SCARCE. Amsterdam, July fi. There are. Teport3 that petroleum is scarce in Gprmany, and that the Government is forcing three leading companies to sign a contract not to supply private consumers. Berne, July fi. An ammunition factory in Dresden has been burnt. Eight persons perished. GOOD WORK. FAIR PRTCE. That's tbe principle upon which wo work, and which has made us popular on nl' sides. The householder appreciates setting his furniture removed careful!? and safely; the business man has confidence in us "because we pass bis entries quickly and deliver goods and Earwigywith jeflfularity and speed. In

The public are entitled to know what excuse, if any, can be offeerd for the fundamental mistake of trying to force the Straits without military aid. Apparently, Mr. Winston Churchill is responsible, but the truth can have no effect on the present stage of the operations. c may require infinite patience, but the unflinching courage which inspired the troops in the narrow and fireswept trendies will carry them to their goal.

Tlie Morning Post says the landing must rank as one. of the finest feats of arms in history. The Dublins, Munsters, 'llampshrres, Australians and New Zealanders, added to the imperishable traditions of the army achievements, and were worthy of their forefathers..

The Daily Express states that Sir lan Hamilton's tribute to the Australians, New Zealanders and Indians is fine and just, being neither exaggerated nor understated. The expedition's object is not yet fully understood by the general publie, but when it is the invasion of Gallipoli will rank as the most astonishing feature of all this astonishing war.

The Daily Mail says: All the 'world knows the expedition was bungled. Despite the unprecedented bravery of the British, French, Australians, New Zealanders and Indians, we have hardly advanced through the hills and ravines from the landing at Callipoli. The expedition was started 'by politicians who were not aware that the Germans had a submarine capable of travelling to the Dardanelles.

PROTECTING VON SANDERS. (Times and Sydney Sun Services.) Received July 7, 7.20 p.m. London, July 6. A Bucharest message states that Gen- ' eral von Sanders wears armor of some kind oil bis body and also on his head, as he fears assassination at the hands lof the. disenchanted Turk. None are admitted to his house unless they are 1 personally known to him. A smill sliding panel is in the door, and visitors «» thoroughly examined before they ai'i received. ASSISTANCE FOR WOUNDED. Invercargill, Y.ast Night. Taking advantage of the appointment as chaplain of the Mahcno of ChaplainMajor Dutton, who lias ft wide circle of friends and acquaintances in Otago and Southland, the Southland Patriotic Committee voted £2OO to be expended in agisting wounded Southlanders who come under Chaplain Dutton's notice. Tho Otago Patriotic Committee voted £l.">o to be expended by Chaplain Dutton in assisting Otago wounded men. '-■" Now, Gladys,, get in off that gas-box, It's time all young girls were in bed; The nights are too cold for love-nonsense And von have a bad cold in your head." "O. mamma, it's so warm in this corner, There's no need to worry, I'm sure. For Bertie's just brought me a bottle Of Woods' Great Peppermint Cure." Lot your tea-cup tell you bow re-