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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Apr 01, 1920

Page

5

Germany moves against Kappists as government tightens grip

Berlin reports the government initiating proceedings against Kappists with arrests of Under Secretary Falkenhausen and General Lavazow. High officials including von Lettow and von Beck are dismissed. The National Assembly sits as Chancellor Mueller calls for deeper democracy, disbands unfaithful units, and outlines social reforms while planning early elections and potential Ruhr reinforcements.

Per Press Association Berlin von Kapp Ruhr Frankfort Hamburg Darmstadt

Revolutionary Communist Plot Reported in Europe

Dispatches seized in Paris warn of a planned Communist rise across Germany today with simultaneous actions in Mannheim and Stuttgart. North Germany would send machine guns to Frankfurt to seize the city as a southern operational base. warrants issued for Dr. Kapp and others, with rewards for aid.

London Marcel Paris Germany Mannheim Stuttgart Frankfurt Kapp

Allies' Attitude at Conference of Ambassadors

At Paris and the Conference of Ambassadors the American Ambassador says President Wilson favors sending more regulars to the Ruhr if Germany seeks it. Miller declares France will not be cheated and demands effective German disarmament plus penalties for interference with the Allied Commission.

Paris Wilson Ruhr M. Miller France Allied Commission

Defiant Tudendorff Replies to Berlin Coup Coverage

General Ludendorff writes to newspapers from Berlin defending his role in the coup attempt. The message seeks to justify his actions and rally support among readers amid the political crisis.

German Ruhr Crisis Deepens As Allies Move To Occupy

Berlin reports a serious Duisburg situation with Burgomaster fleeing amid Communist pressure. Plauen officials seized the newspaper office, while Allied terms call for occupation of Frankfurt and Darmstadt and martial law power. Germany rejects conditions, cites 20 kilometer advance, Chancellor Mueller defends reinforcements, and Millerand warns France may advance if the August accord fails.

Berlin Duisburg Plauen Vortlander Geitung Frankfort Darmstadt Mueller Reichstag Germany France America London Ruhr Sone Paris Iecured M. Millerand Millerand

Allied Concessions on Ruhr Troop Deployment Reported

London authorities state the Ruhr situation causes Allied leaders anxiety. Germany seeks to send 100000 troops, beyond the August pact of 40000, prompting French concerns but Allied powers may consent to expanded deployments to stabilize order. Britain and allies weigh strategic implications as talks continue.

London Australian Press Association Ruhr Germany France Britain Gopenhagen Thera Ip

Britain and France void Feisal's Syria kingship claim

In Paris on March 27 Britain and France notified Emir Feisal that his declaration as King of Syria is null and void. In Washington on March 30 the State Department reports Lebanon has proclaimed independence in protest of Feisal's crowning.

Paris Britain France Emir Feisal Ins Syria Washington State Department Lebanon Feisul

Arabs Raid Antioch Seizes Town Then Abandons It

Cairo reports Arab volunteers captured Antioch after a fierce fight, killing fifty French troops. They raised the Arab flag but abandoned the town, leaving it ungoverned.

Cairo Antioch

Powers of Congress on War Regulations

Washington March 30 Secretary Colby opposes the House resolution on peace with Germany saying the State Department cannot accept it. Congress is seen as able to abolish wartime regulations but many lawmakers question whether Congress can authorize an embargo if Germany does not accept terms within 96 days.

Washington Colby House of Representatives Germany State Department Congress

Wilson Note on Turkey Hints at Armenia Fate

President Wilson's note to the Allies on Turkey arrives with a careful, nonconfrontational tone. He shows concern for Armenia's future and says Turkish retention of Constantinople is undesirable but stops short of calling for formal expulsion.

Paris Wilson Turkey Armenia Constantinople

President Wilson's stance amid peace treaty debate

The dispatch notes President Wilson aims to press ahead with the peace treaty despite opposition. He delays public engagement, keeps Ambassadors at bay, and seeks to let the people voice support at the election. Rumors hint at a possible third term or a Macadam ticket.

Washington Wilson Sus Pense Macadam Turkey Adriatic Germany

Chamberlain Pushes War Wealth Tax Reopening

London report notes Mr A Chamberlain urged resuming the enquiry into taxation of war wealth. He argues relief for small incomes needs new revenue sources. The committee met privately and may extend terms of reference. The Daily Chronicle says Excess Profits Tax will be drained in the coming Budget.

Per Press Association London A. Chamberlain Daily Chronicle

Bolshevik Wireless Claims Massive Prisoner Capture

A Bolshevik wireless claims ten thousand prisoners captured at Novorossisk while a further fifteen thousand retreat toward Gelendik as British reports monitor the advancing fronts.

Per Press Association London Novorossisk Gelendik

Lenin's Boasts On Bolshivik Congress Inauguration

A Moscow wireless reports Lenin presiding at the All Russian Congress of Bolsheviks praised centralisation and self sacrifice as decisive over exhausted governments and decapitalised powers. Norwegian and Swedish delegates attended.

London Moscow Lenin Bolsheviks

Refugees Appeal for Allied Relief in Crimea Crisis

Morning Post Paris correspondent reports about one hundred thousand refugees in the Crimea, the gentleborn Russians who escaped Bolshevik forces. They beg Allied ships and coal to avert annihilation and seek passage to Crete or Serbia until Russia stabilizes.

London Morning Post Paris Crimea Crete Serbia Russia

German Directive Eases Occupation Plan in Hanau Area

Chancellor Mueller stated France scrapped plans to occupy Hanau Frankfurt and Darmstadt. He said this will give German forces three weeks to restore order in the disturbed area.

Germany Mueller Nationale Assembly France Hanau Frankfurt Darmstadt

Sinn Fein leader Sweeney among arrested in raids

During military raids on Londonderry Tyrone and Donegal a number of Sinn Fein leaders were arrested including Mr Sweeney a member of the House of Commons in Northern Ireland.

London Londonderry Tyrone Donegal Mr Sweeney House of Commons

Home Rule Bill Passes Second Reading in London

London March 81 the Home Rule Bill's second reading was carried by 848 to 94 votes delivering a strong majority in favor of the measure as it moves forward through parliament.

London

Cork's New Mayor Elected Amid Sinn Fein Ties

Alderman McSwiney chosen as Lord Mayor of Cork. Sinn Fein leader, he has been deported and imprisoned several times. Reported from London on March 87 with note of his political activity and previous detentions.

London Alderman McSwiney Cork Sinn Fein

Asquith and Bonar Law Clash Over Irish Home Rule

In the Commons debate on the Home Rule Bill, Asquith argues for broader Irish reform and potential dominion status with safeguards, while Bonar Law stresses retaining control with Ulster optins and defence under Imperial oversight. Other leaders weigh loyalty to Britain and the future of Ireland.

London House of Commons Bonard Law Asquith Ireland Gish Ulster Bonar Law Dublin Labourites Sinn E. Carson Home Mile Sinn Fein Adamson Labour Party

Soldiers Guard Gaol

London dispatch reports troops guarding the gaol amid wartime unrest as authorities confront Sinn Feiners. The scene follows anti British activity and security measures in the capital.

Danish Crisis in Copenhagen Ties Cabinet to Pro German Plea

March report from Copenhagen notes a political crisis over the cabinet's pro German stance on the Schleswig plebiscite. The Social Democratic and union committees demand Zahle ministry reinstatement and Parliament summoning, with a general strike threatened if refused. The king reportedly rejected socialist demands.

Per Press Association Copenhagen Second Schleswig Social-Democratic Party Zahle Congress of Trades Unions

Denmark’s King Dismisses Cabinet Over Schleswig Policy

The King fired the Cabinet amid a dispute over Schleswig policy. Zahle refused to resign, arguing no loss of Chamber confidence. Socialists threatened a general strike if constitutional government was not restored. A new cabinet may form with the Danish Minister in London as foreign minister.

Copenhagen Schleswig Zahle Peracyan Liebe London

Acclaimed Republic Sparks Crowds in Copenhagen

A royal ultimatum failed as troops guarded the Castle through the night. March 30 reports say crowds greeted soldiers with cries of Long live a republic while the King refused to comply.

Copenhagen

General Strike Favoured by Labour Leaders in Copenhagen

Copenhagen reports Labour leaders plan to push a general strike at the Trade Union Congress on Wednesday. The streets are quiet amid anxiety across classes as railway and postal workers pledge to participate. Social Democrats back a republic with universal suffrage for those over twenty-one.

Copenhagen Trade Union Congress Social Democrats

Prince of Wales Visits Panamanian Ports Aboard Renown

On arrival at Colon H M S Renown was officially greeted by the President of Panama. The Renown remains in the Culebra Cut awaiting a blast to pass. The Prince showed interest in Gatun dam works as crowds and aircraft welcomed the ship. A reception and dance followed at the Hotel Rivoli with British officials and dignitaries aboard.

Press Association Panama Colon H.M.S Panamka Prince’ of Wales Culebra Gatun

Liner Carawa ashore near Galapagos

The Federal liner Carawa is ashore on the Galapagos Islands near Panama. The crew is safe but fears grow it will become a total wreck. Reports from Delhi Melbourne and London note other shipping and political developments including war wealth tax revy failure and a new oil supply company with £1,200,000 capital.

Melbourne Galapagos Islands Panama

Argentina Japan food trade treaty eyed amid unrest in Japan

Washington reports a proposed treaty between Argentina and Japan for free exchange of foodstuffs including wheat beef canned fish fruits and vegetables. Japan would export canned and salt fish fruits and vegetables while Argentina ships wheat and beef. Japanese Minister Makamura calls the pact highly important to calm unrest and price pressures.

Per Press Association Washington Buenos Aires Italy Argentina Japan Portugal Makamura

Boots Prices in England Hit by Scarcity and Costs

The Crockett and Jones firm cannot meet country trade due to material scarcity and skilled labour limits. English factory prices rise while a New Zealand price undercuts, as Gough and Son offer Crockett and Jones boots at 63s a pair, highlighting possible savings and urging stock before old prices end.

Crockett and Jones New Zealand Messrs Gough Gough's

New York Times Sees American Arbitration Edge

The Times editorial favors American arbitration as the best method for settling disputes and cautions against adopting the Australian system. It notes English cricket team prospects and the 1919 English A.F. team success as indication of forthcoming first class material. In Washington the Mexican Foreign Office says interest payments on foreign debentures will resume soon.

New York New York Times Sir BE Braddon America London Ford A.F England Washington Foreign Office

Londonderry Gaol Sees Military Guard Amid Rebel Songs

Authorities deploy a strong guard with machine guns at Londonderry Gaol after demonstrative singing of rebel songs at the windows raises fears of disorder.

Londonderry

Dublin press comments on home rule scheme

Dublin papers attack the home rule bill. Freeman’s Journal calls it dishonest and a sham. Independent denounces the bill as unclean. Irish will resist in opposition, while Irish Times notes the government left no chance of success.

Dublin Freeman’s Journal Irish’ Times

Five strike leaders convicted of seditious conspiracy Ottawa

Ottawa reports five leaders from last May’s general strike have been convicted of seditious conspiracy after a courtroom demonstration sparked brief fighting. The item notes the event’s context and timing through a Winnipeg message.

Ottawa Winnipeg

Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Advertisement

Prepare for travel with Chamberlain's Coke and Diarrhoea Remedy. Change of food and water can cause diarrhoea and it cannot be bought on trains or steamships. The remedy provides quick relief and is pleasant when mixed with water. Sold by all chemists and storekeepers.

Chamberlain

Good Friday Gospel Passage on Judgment and Mercy

A text from the Bible describes the final judgment in which the Son of Man separates people as a shepherd separates sheep from goats. The righteous inherit the kingdom for feeding the hungry and visiting the sick, while the cursed depart into eternal punishment for neglecting these acts.

Crucifixion narrative from Luke detailing Pilate Herod and crowd

The passage narrates Jesus before Pilate and Herod, the crowd demanding crucifixion, Jesus bearing the cross carried by Simon, and the crowd wailing as Jesus is crucified at Calvary. Jesus asks forgiveness for those who do not understand their actions.

King of the Jews mocked on the cross and burial details

The text details the crucifixion scene with soldiers and onlookers mockingly taunting Jesus as the inscription KING OF THE JEWS appears. One criminal rebels, the other rebukes, and Jesus promises paradise. Joseph of Arimathea asks Pilate for Jesus body, they entomb it, and preparations for the Sabbath follow. Women from Galilee observe and return with spices and ointments for the burial.

Eople Jesus Paradise Galilee Barnes Joseph Pilate

World Language Use and War Time Anecdotes

English is spoken by more than double the number of French speakers, with about 160 million to 70 million. Notes cover a stained glass project in a London church, Arctic wind and sound transmission, butterflies in Australia, and Russia’s multiethnic divisions. Poland’s civilian toll exceeds two million with 20 percent refugees. Early Greek and Roman housing opened doors outward, and a misread map misnaming Jersey as Ona persists.

Poland

Poisoned rat experiment shocks Auckland council meeting

At a Auckland City Council meeting Marty Holdaworth recounted a case where rats fed on poison supplied by the city sanitary inspector survived for days. Boys who tested the poison noted the rodent remained alive and strong before drowning it after six packets failed. Fieldsworth called the incident no joke and criticized the council for failing to exterminate rats.

Iits Auckland Marty J Holdaworth Fieldsworth

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