Paris, May 4, Political circles here expressed satisfaction at the clear definition of Italy's attitude made upon the initiative of the United States, This has dispelled the alarming rumours spread recently regarding Italy's intentions in the Balkans, If Italy enters the war on Germany's side, the United States would automatically extend the Neutrality Act to the Mediterranean, and this would mean the total economic blockade of Italy, Italy would then be compelled to turn to Russia for her raw materials and thus become part of a triangular agreement into which she has been unwilling to enter so far,—Havas, First British Air Ace Of War Missing London, May 4.
Squadron-Leaden Kenneth Doran, first British air ace of the war, is reported to be missing. Doran led the famous raid on Kiel at the beginning of the war and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross—Reuter.
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