London, 24th December.
The Archbishop of Canterbury never recovered his strength after a 25th December.
The formal British and German proposals to President Roosevelt to arbitrate reached Washington to-day.
The Italian note has reached Washington. It is couched in the most cordial terms towards the United States, and says that Italy will be glad to see President Roosevelt arbitrate, and if he is not disposed to undertake it, Italy has no objection to the Hague Tribunal—Reuter.
London, 25th December.
Three rebel armies totalling 6,200 men ate nearing Caracas. President Castro is starting to oppose them.
An Aurrican steamer which sailed prior to the blockade has been allowed to enter [1 Guaira and was given atime limit to discharge her cargo. The allies refused an extension of time, and she was compelled to leave only partly discharged—Exclusive service,
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