Sir Edward Carson resigns from the British War Cabinet (see July 17, 1917).

Jan. 22 (Tues.)

Dr. von Seidler, the Austrian Premier, tenders his resignation, which is refused (see June 24, 1917, and July 23, 1918).

Jan. 23 (Wed.)

Two meatless days a week are enforced in Great Britain by a Public Meals Order.

Jan. 26 (Sat.)

It is announced that the British have taken over an additional sector of the front in France, and that their line now extends southward beyond St. Quentin.

Jan. 27 (Sun.)

The Goeben is refloated and towed to Constantinople.

Jan. 28 (Mon.)