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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1918
Page
1
Count Berns torff reports a press message showing Delgians contesting Tron rules amid German wage disputes. Hearst correspondent Drew Fat salary claim linked to Germany. Hale Wag speaks on pay and political pressures.
Special correspondent describes Belgian troops entering Aix La Chapelle under martial law. Proclamations demand indoor confinement, hostages, and public salute to officers. Hats off scenes as German orders are read and displaced prisoners observe the new regime amid tension and cautious welcome.
Confidential records show German agents and officials considered buying the Washington Post for 2 million dollars and using Hearst connections to influence U S media and policy. Testimony links include Count von Bernstorff, Theodore Lowe payments, and notes on the papers' neutrality shifting under pressure.
Associated governments led by the United States and allies told President Hsu Shih Chang they seek reconciliation between warring Chinese sides. The memoire said disunion harms foreign interests, hinders postwar peace, and aims to encourage lawful settlement without aiming to intervene. A separate memorandum to Germany stressed no recognition of the southern government.
Denver forecast notes partly cloudy and warmer with possible rain in the northwest portion. Sunday remains cloudy with local rain in the north. Arizona expects wet conditions with probable rain Saturday and little temperature change.
The report notes a maximum of 61 degrees and a temperature around 50s by 6 pm. Winds were from the northwest and conditions were clear throughout the period.
American British French Italian and Japanese diplomats reminded the president of a small part in war as concerns rose over CIIL strife and international tensions.
The Senate confirmed Representative Carter Glas to be secretary of the treasury succeeding William G. McAdoo. Glas will resign from Congress and assume duties December 16. McAdoo remains director general of railroads until a successor is named.
King Carol of Romania awarded General Pershing the Cross of the Military Order of Michael the Brave in gratitude for the United States troops' role in the victory. The Romanian king sent a telegram to General Pershing noting his profound appreciation and friendship.
Heated Senate debate on the League of Nations scheme ends without a crowd as only thirty senators remain in the chamber. The plan fails to excite the gallery or gain broad support among lawmakers.
In Washington the senate debated the proposed league of nations with Democrats Lewis Walsh and Williams supporting it and Republicans Borah Head and others opposing. Borah argued about enforcement power and feared restraints on U S sovereignty while others warned of potential entanglements and race for influence among nations.
Rosika Schwimmer, noted writer and pacifist, is appointed minister to Switzerland by the Hungarian government making her the first woman entrusted with a diplomatic post. She will assume duties soon in Bern and is credited with originating the Ford peace ship concept.
Morning Journal Special Mooney case probes set by William Denman appointed special representative of labor to investigate irregularities in prosecution. Secretary Wilson notified Governor Stephens and Mayor Rolph directing cooperation with the attorney general. Labor leaders deny action and warn strikes may follow. Mooney faces murder charges linked to the preparedness day bombing in San Francisco.
Foreign Secretary Arthur Balfour argues the Nations League is the council's greatest achievement and essential to unite peers. He says its success will depend on wartime cooperation and the broad production of good will among nations.
London December 6 Associated Press Arthur J. Balfour outlines views on the Paris peace conference saying it will be informal and preparatory for a broader gathering after the year’s start. He stresses a league of nations is vital and the United States must share the work to prevent future wars.
London reports Great Britain will demand in the Leeds speech a huge German payment as indemnity for war costs. Premier Lloyd George is said to announce a German settlement that would relieve Britain and dominions from costs of war through a substantial annual payment.
President Wilson to be advised by wireless on dates for the inter allied conference and peace congress opening the first week of January. British premier Lloyd George and foreign secretary await arrival to attend, with Italian, French, and other delegates to be named. talks project a four month deliberation ending near May.
A semi aviator known as the sixteenth lieutenant is not leaving Seattle today and will delay his return flight to Mather Field due to unspecified reasons.
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