The Archive · 1916

TIRPITZ'S RESIGNATION

London, March 18.

The German papers freely discuss the resignation of Admiral von Tirpite, which they ascribe to Herr Ballin, declaring that the latter warned the German Emperor that a continuance of "frightfulness"' means the seizure of all German vessels in neutral ports and will finally alienate South America.

Count von Reventlow admits that the resignation of Admiral von Tirpits is so staggering that be is unable to discuss it.

Aw Villa is trapped near Babrieora Lake. Everything depends on President Carranza's troops holding his end, The semi-official Cologne Gaszette" admits that it is difficult for Germans not to be anxious over this serious crisis inasmuch as its

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