Senate Affirms Sympathy for Irish Aims in Treaty Vote
In a tense Senate session on March 18, a Geary reservation was adopted 38 to 36 reaffirming support for Irish self-government and hopes Ireland will soon join the League of Nations. Some senators warned the move is politically framed, while Borah criticized the wording as inadequate to express his view.
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Arraignment of Republicans Over Irish Reservation
A Washington speech by Homer B. Cummings charges Republicans with graft fears and delays in world peace, contrasting Democratic leadership with GOP resistance. The Gerry Irish reservation and ratification debates dominate the scene, with senators from both parties split on self determination and Korea references amid war context.
Vote on ratification of peace treaty blocked in Senate
Washington March 18 leaders report a bid for unanimous consent to take a vote on ratification of the peace treaty tomorrow was blocked by Senator Lenroot Wisconsin Republican leader of the mild reservationists. The Senate adjourned after 11 pm with most leaders predicting the vote would occur late tomorrow night.
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Former Kaiser Enjoys Privileges of Gentlemen in Holland
In The Hague the Dutch government faced grilling in the second chamber as deputies criticized the decree restricting Count Hohenzollern’s movements and his pledge to stay out of politics. Socialist Deputy Schaper argued the measure was insufficient and warned the emperor would otherwise remain a quiet, privileged presence with easy mobility across the frontier. Communist Deputy Van Ravenstern condemned government silence, suggesting the empire’s stay in Holland reflects tacit approval. Other deputies echoed calls to limit the Hohenzollerns’ residence.
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Myers Opposes Third Term for Wilson as Delegate Candidate
Special Dispatch from Washington reports Senator Myers declares opposition to a third term for President Wilson and states he will not seek delegate nomination for the San Francisco Democratic National Convention. He thanks supporters but says Montanans should look to other Democrats for the honor, noting his prior service and gratitude.
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Former German Emperor Burns Night Oil in Holland
In Amersfoort and Wieringen reports describe the former German emperor awake late at night as revolutionary news reaches him. Movements around Dutch torpedo boats off the Zuyder Zee near Wieringen prompt curiosity, with a boat arriving and later being withdrawn by Dutch orders. The scene reflects heightened tension amid upheaval after the emperor’s residence.
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Western Germany under extremists in Berlin coup aftermath
Paris March 18 The Times dispatch says a Russian Bolshevist report notes Western Germany’s turmoil with extremists. Pro Bolshevik influence reaches Alaska separatist talks, while a Soviet Republic is proclaimed in Rostock Mecklenburg Schwerin. Bolshevism spreads in Cuxhaven Banony Württemberg and Meckenburg
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New Party Talk Secret Session London Meeting
Premier Lloyd George and Coalition liberals met privately to discuss forming a new party by fusion with the unionists. He reportedly rejected a Liberal Labour coalition and urged unity among moderates to counter socialists. A large Labour-sympathetic bloc in the Commons was said not to reflect true Labour interests. An assembly to be chosen at a new election will meet in Berlin on June 11, per Berlin telegraph.
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NEWBERRY FATE IN JURY HANDS IN MICHIGAN TRIAL
Twelve jurors in Grand Rapids hear about senators and leaders charged with using the mails to defraud contributors to Truman Newberry 1918 campaign fund. Judge Sessions outlines possible verdicts as deliberations continue with two counts left to decide.
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Colorado Storm Most Disastrous
Three people died and property damage ran into thousands as a strong windstorm struck Northeastern Colorado. Katherine Christenson, 13, was killed when a wall collapsed in a city apartment house. T P Bags and Joe Salter perished in a collision with a fire truck in Boulder. Telegraph and telephone lines failed and Denver’s connections to other regions were severed, isolating the city.
Berlin teeters as Ebert's government regains control
Berlin reports say the Ebert government is again in control with Chancellor Schiffer guiding admin duties after Dr. Kapptempe’s retreat. Gustav Noske and troops restore order while debates rage over cabinet reshuffle, amnesty, and new election law as strikes persist and censorship ends.
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Earling Warns Storms Bring Grave Concern for Milwaukee
H B Earling vice president of the Milwaukee road spoke in Butte about Dakotas snowdrifts delaying Milwaukee trains. Macy Nicholson and other executives accompanied him as they noted floods feared on the Yellowstone and said weather conditions in the Dakotas are the worst in state history.
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Duchess Olga Enters Box Car in South Russia
American Ted Cross reports Duchess Olga and Nicholas of Huss aboard a box car near Novor Ossisk in South Russia. The Red Cross notes the pair will stay at its headquarters in the area.
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Sims Layers Before Senate Thirteen Specific Counts
Washington March 18 Rear Admiral Sims testified before the Senate Investigating committee detailing thirteen specific counts in his indictment of the navy department conduct of the war. He charged failures to have vessels ready for America’s entry and delays prolonging the war, including misapplied time, lack of policy plans, and poor unity of command.
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