Trieste, 24 June. According to the newest tidings from
Greece were the inhabitants of the island Sciathos despite a fierce defence
against the Turkish fleet forced to retreat after a long bombardment. During
the attack in the mountains the Turkish losses were so large that they went
back on board of the ships and the Captain Pasha departed towards Salonika. A
part of the Turkish fleet was sailed towards Candia to provide the Turkish
fortress with victuals. A Greek squadron transporting troops to this
destination met the Turkish squadron at the same moment that the latter
intended to enter the harbour of Suda. After a short but heavy fight the
Turkish squadron was mostly destroyed or scattered and some vessels captured by
the Greek.
Zea, 26 May. An extract from a private letter provided
more details dealing with the latest events. When begin May the Turkish fleet
passed the Dardanelles she sailed via Mitylene towards the island Sciathos with
the order to attack and capture the island. On board was all the landing troops
which could be find at least 7.000 men.
