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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
1
Paris officials await word from Weimar on German plenipotentiaries for signing the peace treaty. An ultimatum may be issued if Berlin does not name negotiators within hours, with possible signing delay until Saturday or Monday.
Senate passes army appropriation bill totaling 888 million dollars for an average force of 400 000 next year with increased funding and personnel, sending the measure to conference amid delays tied to peace treaty and league of nations votes. Naval appropriations and sundry civil budget follow, with leadership aiming to clear bills by July 1.
The trial of A. C. Townley and Joseph Gilbert for conspiracy to commit disloyalty continues with witnesses detailing league activities in 1918. Prosecution cites Gilbert's speech after officials barred nonpartisan meetings, while the judge notes broad community sentiment and political tensions surrounding the league. Townley remains in North Dakota as the case proceeds.
Opponents of the League of Nations fail to back a fall resolution postponed by committee. The action blocks a declaration ending the war as proposed by congressmen and senators.
A title reflects debate over colonial voting power in a league as the president states colonies gain influence. Delegates weigh the proposal amid competing interpretations of authority and representation.
Berlin dispatch reports Herrmann Mueller the new foreign minister declined to sign the Versailles peace treaty. Field Marshal von Windske has resigned as chief of the army, a major leadership shakeup in the German military.
Advices from Germany report the government chose new delegates for Versailles as the peace conference leaders remain perplexed. No official word yet on formal signing or ceremony.
Special correspondence reports Red Cross stores packed in large quantities set to depart for Siberia. The shipment aims to aid relief efforts amid ongoing shortages and harsh winter conditions, with organizers coordinating transport and distribution plans.
The Navy parcels out reshaped ships with New Mexico to fly as flagship of the Pacific fleet under Rear Admiral Hush Hod plus the Pennsylvania slated for Atlantic duty. The force reorganization targets operations along the western coast between July 4 and 20 as Secretary DMittiess announced.
A farm policy measure reached accord with negotiators in Washington. Details remain sparse as lawmakers prepare to review the draft and set timelines for implementation and votes.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a Treasury department announcement dated July 4 and related references to a member and a meeting. The legible parts mention a date and a mature process but details are unclear due to text garble.
Paris reports turmoil from the fall of Premier Orlando's ministry. Political circles warn the crisis may weaken Clemenceau's majority as Italy and France face delicate alliance tensions and possible reapproachment rumors unfold in Rome and Paris.
Irish American delegates Frank Walsh and former Governor Dunne press the peace conference for a hearing on Ireland. They ask if the conference or its members have requested recognition of the Irish republic and access for Irish case presenters, and seek prompt action or disclosure of results. Colonel House notes no immediate trip to Ireland but may visit later.
A garbled note suggests a discussion of allowing states to withdraw alcohol from warehouses as part of prohibition era policy. Names and places are unclear but the topic centers on federal or state control of alcohol reserves during Prohibition.
Roy Flamm resigns from the position of road superintendent amid controversy and government pressure. The notice notes a possible offer of university training for disabled veterans as part of the broader context surrounding his resignation.
In Washington on June 26 the Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted 12 to 4 to defer action on Senator Fall of New Mexico’s peace declaration proposal. A later special meeting was set for Monday to resume consideration, with Fall predicting a favorable report. Opponents argued against immediate action, saying the treaty must be ratified first.
Atlantic City dispatch reports debate over German peace terms and continued Allied occupation. The Third Army may return home by August 1 if leave rules hold, while labor leaders confront congressional pressure amid League of Nations revisions and postings from Paris and Washington.
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