18 May 1922
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Newspaper
Alamogordo News
Location
Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1922
Page
1
The article reports on a published Russo German military pact and ongoing Genoa talks. It notes China’s political shifts under Wu and ChiangKaishek, and analyzes the British French Belgian stances on war debts property restoration and Soviet recognition amid European tensions.
Edward W. Pickard reports that Russia’s reply to Genoa proposals was long and controversial and called unsatisfactory by France and Belgium while Britain saw room for negotiation. Russia proposed a mixed expert commission for financial matters but opposed a similar body to decide compensation for nationalized property. Russia withdrew counter claims after others rejected a large loan. Lloyd George hoped for progress toward a nonaggression pact with mixed backing from Italy and Japan showing sympathy with France and Belgium on a firm Russian reply.
The Paris L Eclair prints a text alleging a Berlin signed pact in April by the German general staff and the Russian army. It claims Germany would furnish arms and material for 180 infantry regiments and 20 divisions, train 60 chem warfare instructors, send experts to Russia, and open new plants. The deal includes reorganizing Baltic and Black Sea fleets, supplying 500 airplanes, 150 field wireless outfits, and establishing German plants in Russia with joint operations to grant Baltic access.
The council chaired by Count Quiones de Leon of Spain convened in Geneva. The Earl of Balfour signalled he would seek immediate approval of the British mandate after a formal US-British agreement. Tensions with France and Britain warned of renewed friction.
Dispatch from Peking reports General Wu Pbei Fu securing a decisive victory against General Chapg. Details describe battlefield movements and subsequent control of strategic positions in the capital region.
A peace committee report to Dail Eireann fails to find a basis for reconciling Free State and republican differences. The truce expires, radicals vow to阻阻 election disruption, while Free State forces insist the vote proceed, fueling continued bushwhacking warfare.
Attorney General Daugherty reports to President Harding blaming Congress for delays in prosecuting war contract profiteering. He urges rapid passage of a 23 new judgeships bill and a DC grand jury measure, plus $500000 for ongoing inquiries. He cites past administration lapses and vows to expose influential figures involved.
Dawes presented to the President and the House Appropriations Committee a Budget Bureau report claiming $225,000,000 in savings for the current fiscal year and a reduction of over $1.6 billion in actual expenditures for 1921. President Harding said the document shows government cost at its lowest possible level and supports a return to peacetime normalcy, while Democratic critics labeled it deceptive citing $292,000,000 in deficiency appropriations and challenging Madden on the administration’s share.
Secretary of State Hughes told a delegation from the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom that recognition of the Soviet regime rests with the rulers of Russia and only if a competent government shows willingness to manage international relations. He noted no legal barriers to trade with Russia.
A Sketch of London cites a reliable French source saying Germany plans to mobilize about 150 000 reserves as a warning. Lloyd George canceled a Genoa meeting on enforcing payments but hopes for another venue. France insists no meeting after May 31.
Dispatches indicate Wu Pei Fu held the upper hand in the weeklong clash with Chang Tsao Lin near Peking. President Hsu pressed for a ceasefire as foreign diplomats protested the fighting and warned of consequences for China if foreigners were harmed.
The Washington conference plans with China are suspended amid warfare. Chinese press decries fighting as harmful to whichever side wins. General Chang claimed General Wu was killed by artillery, not confirmed. Sun Yat Sen claims alliance with Chang and a northern push. Chen Chiung Min defected from Kwantung governorship. Irish conflict grinds on until De Valera calls for a four day truce and five member peace committee. Ulster border tensions rise as Free Staters seize Ormond castle and Mullingar police barracks are blown. Pan American conference slated for Santiago may discuss arms limits. Chilean envoy proposes considering military expenditure reductions.
Former Senator Albert Beveridge defeats incumbent Senator Harry S. New in Indiana Republican primaries to win the nomination. Beveridge runs on Progressive lines, calling for Adamson repeal, Sherman Act reform, a sales tax, and government efficiency. Samuel Ralston wins Democratic nomination, setting up a senate contest likely to feature Volstead act reform as a campaign issue.
In May day remarks Samuel Gompers denounced Bolshevism and warned that recognizing the Russian Soviets would betray civilization. He linked Red propaganda to U S efforts and urged labor to continue its fight for rights while opposing sumptuary laws.
The Alamogordo baseball team defeated Las Cruces 6 to 3 in a fast game played in Las Cruces. Pitchers were Hill for Alamogordo and McCormack for Las Cruces. Key plays included Melts three base hit and a double play chain. The Alamogordo and El Paso Legion squads lead their groups with two wins and one loss each.
Purity beat Legionnaires 13 to 3 in a Sunday score update. Alamogordo defeated Las Cruces 6 to 3 in the same reporting.
Las Cruces faces Purity in El Paso as two prep games set for Sunday. Legion battles Alamogordo at Alamo while Las Cruces hosts Purity in El Paso.
Syracuse May 13 A new oil engine by H H Elmer promises 300 miles on a gallon of fuel oil at five and a half cents per gallon. The device, praised by experts for its simplicity and potential cost reductions, operates without spark or carburetor and weighs about 350 pounds for heavy use. Elmer plans market release within 60 days with five engine types.
A brief note from H. H. Windsor in the June Popular Mechanics Magazine explains that taxes entering the government treasury are paid. This compact reflection underscores public compliance with taxation.
The Genoa agreement fuses Berlin and Moscow amid a broader split with the Allies. The pact seeks commercial access for Russia and a loan in exchange for recognition, while highlighting Europe's fragile balance of power and the risk to smaller buffer states.
Washington reports the United States invited to a Hague economic conference, but no decision yet. Genoa, Italy, frames the Easter Rapallo pact between Germany and Russia as undermining hopes for European peace. The Hague meeting to focus on the Russian question may proceed June 15 with Lloyd George absent.
Edward Pricer and a Mexican associate Gonzales were arrested near Bent with a liquor cargo two weeks earlier. Pricer posted a $2,000 approved bond Tuesday before U S Commissioner A F Menger and will face the federal grand jury in Santa Fe in June. Gonzales posted bond days after incarceration. liquor and car were taken to Albuquerque. Attorney Oppenheimer of Lyons Oppenheimer represented Pricer.
Mr and Mrs Jed R Yale formerly of Alamogordo now prospering in Haines City Florida. opening day reception ran 2 to 6 pm. The Yales built a larger store after their small Florida shop grew, drawing many friends from Alamogordo.
Santa Fe May 13 School Auditor John Joerns prepares a 300000 trip to visit every county seat May 15 to July 15 to help education boards draft next year’s budgets. He aims to reduce next year’s costs below this year’s by cutting nonessential expenses as tax valuations are expected to drop about 20 million dollars.
County and city school superintendents receive a proposed salary plan from Auditor John Joerns. It ties pay to educational qualifications and experience with examples from high school and college graduates. Joerns cites J. J. Tigert and notes some districts underpay while others overpay. a Santa Fe meeting backs stricter certification standards.
On Saturday June 10 1922 at 10 a m the Otero County Board of Education will open bids for a five room stone school house near Mt Park New Mexico The board reserves right to reject any and all bids Plans and specifications are available at the County Superintendent's office.
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