Paris, May 18.
A steady stream of refugees from Belgium and northern France is still passing through the capital but the Government has now warned civilians not to leave towns and urban areas until instructed.
The order is regarded with widespread approval, the object being to keep roads free for military traffic.
Observers claim that there is little danger from "fifth column" activities, owing to continuous action against suspicious foreigners since the war the began, coupled with the recent intern-dent of many men of German origin. Nevertheless, precautions have been taken against surprises,—Reuter.
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