Early Release for Yankees Paved by Paris Treaty
Washington reports that the Paris treaty provides for withdrawal of the American occupation army from Germany. Army officials say terms imply a shift of garrison duties to France at an early date, with President Wilson and Premier seeking guarantees of France’s security. Secretary Baker notes homeward movement could begin by August, though final timing depends on allied decisions in Paris.
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Projected American Expeditionary Force in France Treaty Plan
The text discusses a possible congressional guarantee of France protection and a ready organized expeditionary force. It mentions the president's aim, readiness of embarkation ports, and transport arrangements to ensure rapid landing of U S troops in France as part of a treaty plan.
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Washington Man Sees Treaty Exacts in Official Summary
Washington May 7 official Washington reserved comment on the peace treaty as leaders in Congress held back their views while studying the published official summary. Senators and administration officials abroad in Paris to handle statements offered few expressions, and Senator Hitchcock said he could not yet study the document before commenting.
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Allies Decide Disposition of All German Colonies
Associated Press report states a council agreed on the disposition of former German colonies. German Samoa and other possessions are allocated as mandates to New Zealand Australia with the equator as a dividing line, placing islands north of the line under Australian control.
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Von Rantzau Denies Sole German War Guilt at Versailles
At Versailles on May 7 Count Brockdorff Rantzau head of the German delegation tells the assembly Germany accepts responsibility for the war but denies sole guilt. He says Germany fought a defensive war and that public opinion in adversary nations disagrees on responsibility while Germany pledges to repair damages to Belgium.
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Treaty of Peace at Versailles reshapes Europe
Official summary from New York reports Germany is stripped to limited army under 100000 troops and forbidden conscription. Alsace Lorraine returns to France. Danzig internationalized. Poland gains territories including Posen and West Prussia west of the Vistula. colonies renounced. Sphere of influence by League of Nations. Japan gains Shantung. Belgium gains Malmedy Eupen. German economic reparations set at 20 billion marks plus further bonds. vast territorial adjustments and self-determination votes planned. Allied guarantees and ongoing disputes noted.
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Alderman objects to outside city appointees in Butte
In Butte realty council last night Alderman Freudenstein protested Mayor Stodden’s appointments of Dr George Stephenson William Sweet Mrs Bert Harrix and William Jenkins all residents outside the city He argued city ordinance requires residents to hold appointments The mayor acknowledged awareness of the ordinance while defending the selections noting they are all US citizens and praising human judgment amid the dispute
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Riots Rise in China After Treaty News
Paris May 7 The Associated Press reports serious trouble in China following the council of three power decision on Shantung and Kiaochow. In Peking rioting broke out, targeting the home of Siao Yu-Lin minister of communications, noted as Japan-friendly.
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Congress Calls Extraordinary Session May 19
Washington May 7 President Wilson issued a proclamation for a special session of Congress to convene at noon on May 19 1919. The announcement cited the need to address urgent communications and public interests.
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Humble Reply From German Delegate Brockdorff-Rantzau
Versailles May 7 Havas report recounts Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau denying the extent of defeat and opposing Allied peace terms He asserts German armies are broken and asks for liberation of prisoners while pledging to repair Belgium and reconstruct Northern France under Wilson points He also mentions Germany adopting the League of Nations placeholder tone without concluding pact
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Victory Loan Takes On Burst Of Speed
The Victory Loan campaign reports show subscriptions rising to 163000 and a day’s gain of 398000000. New York district contributed 287000000 as the federal reserve board discusses frictions and regulations. Iron and silver markets are noted as stabilized sources and imports.
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Treaty Summary to Be Found on Pages Ten and Eleven
An official summary of the German treaty is issued, directing readers to consult pages ten and eleven for the complete and exhaustive details. The note emphasizes the formal nature of the document and the importance of the full text for precise terms and commitments.
Versailles Peace Talks Preview From Plenipotentiaries
May 7 dispatch reports M Clemenceau addressing plenipotentiaries of all powers united to shape the peace. He outlines that the conference will present the second Versailles treaty and give time for examination, with careful guarantees that the peace endure. The German delegation will have 15 days to submit observations and questions, with immediate responses as needed.
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Butte Corner Rules Spark Busy City Noise
Fragmentary WN THE STANDARD TODAY item notes Butte street scene with references to a three phone conference and a Columbia event. It mentions murder punishment, a court case, and advertising chatter amid unclear bits of aviation and mail talk. The passage is garbled.
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