Aug. 20—Italy declared war on Turkey.
Aug. 24—German ambassador sends note in regard to "Arabic." Loss of American lives contrary to intention of the German Government and is deeply regretted.
Sept. 1—Letter from Ambassador von Bernstorff to Secretary Lansing giving assurance that German submarines will sink no more liners without warning. Endorsed by the German Foreign Office (Sept. 14).
Sept. 4—Allan liner "Hesperian" sunk by German submarine; 26 lives lost, 1 American.
Sept. 7—German Government sends report on the sinking of the "Arabic."
Sept. 8—United States demands recall of Austro-Hungarian ambassador, Dr. Dumba.
Sept. 14—United States sends summary of evidence in regard to "Arabic."
Sept. 18—Fall of Vilna; end of Russian retreat.
Sept. 25-Oct.—French offensive in Champagne fails to break through German lines.
Sept. 27—British progress in the neighborhood of Loos.