An
item dated Rome 4 October reported that the minister of Navy ordered that all
Turkish ships which lying in the harbours when the war broke out but not
knowing this was to happen could request for a pass with as destination Turkey
or elsewhere but other Turkish ships would be seized. Turkish ships which were
forced to enter a harbour were allowed to stay as long as necessary to be able
to continue their voyage safely and in case a neutral ship was seized were
orders needed how to handle with the merchandise on board.
