German troops sent to Ruhr amid Red terror fears
Berlin dispatches say troops move to the Arbr district to protect workers and quell Red terror amid socialist pressure for action. General Watter to have free rein as authorities push the Bielefeld accord, while chaos grows in Rotterdam reports and Ruhr fronts.
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Per Press Association
London
Berlin
Arbr
Bielefeld
Watter
Ruhr
Plawen
Red Guards
Ruhy
Rotterdam
Germany
French Resentment Over German Ruhr Advance
Paris reports the Reichswehr bombarded Duisburg and occupied the town as Germany threatens the Ruhr. M. Millerand accuses Germany of violating Articles 43 and 44 of the Peace Treaty and urges Allied action. Britain may resist joining a broader occupation plan centered on Frankfurt Hanau Hamburg and Darmstadt.
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Paris
The
Reichswehr
Duisberg
Ruhr
M. Millerand
Marshal Och
France
Millerand
Herr Meyer
Duisburg
Germany
London
Frankfurt
Hanau
Hamburg
Darmstadt
Britain
Reichswehr Evacuates Kinsburg in Neutral Zone
Paris dispatch reports Le Matin that the Reichswehr evacuated Kinsburg after being ordered to leave the neutral zone. The Mayence correspondent notes the move occurred around April 5.
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Paris
le Matin
Mayence
Reichswehr
Kinsburg
Militarists Return to Power Reported in Berlin
The Times Berlin correspondent says militarists control the new German government with Watter's army described as brutal in occupied districts. The Times leader asserts Allies cannot bow to breaches of the Versailles Treaty and allow it to be reduced to a scrap of paper. London reports Britain may refuse to cooperate with France in occupying Frankfurt Darmstadt Harburg Hamburg.
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London
Times
Berlin
Watter
Rance
Franikfort
Darmstadt
Haran
Haniburg
New York Times
Mexico City
Guatemala
Bolsheviks Attack Poles On 350 Mile Front
Report from Warsaw April 4 states Bolsheviks sent strongest troops with artillery tanks armoured cars and cavalry to force peace but were defeated with heavy losses. Poland now dictates to Russia and will not armistice except at Borisoff where talks are planned. General Pilsudski seeks a quick Polish peace and Britain and America misread Polish aims regarding the 1771 frontier and territories near Kiev Volhynia and Podolia.
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Per
Press Association
Warsaw
Poland
Russia
Borisoff
Pisludski
Britain
America
Io Kieff
Volhynia
Podalia
Japan and Siberia Troop Withdrawal Policy Criticized
An official Gazette notice from Tolsio states Japan cannot withdraw troops from Siberia immediately due to unrest in Manchuria and Korea and threats to Japanese lives and property. It asserts no political aims against Russia and promises withdrawal when conditions improve. Tokyo papers condemn the policy as yielding to militarist influence.
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Washington
Tolsio
Japan
Siberia
Manchuria
Korea
Russia
Mor. Bronchial Coughs Woods
Peppermint ate readings show bronchial coughs at woods event with odd chatter and fragmented notes. Readers puzzle over cryptic phrases and disjointed quotes mentioned in scattered lines.
Danish Crisis Shocks Copenhagen as King Faces Socialist Deputation
Forty thousand workers surround the Royal Castle in Copenhagen during a socialist deputation to the King. The King agrees to consider claims and calls a conference of party leaders. The King orders the new Cabinet to resign and elections will follow under a new Electoral Bill. the general strike is canceled.
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Per Press Association
Copenhagen
Royal
Republic
Communist Demonstrations in Copenhagen Stir After Crisis Settlement
In Copenhagen on the April 6 crowd riots erupted as Communist elements attacked police with stones and bricks. Police charged the mob sending several injured to the hospital despite most people accepting the new cabinet settlement.
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Copenhagen
Socialists Jubilant Over Danish Provisional Ministry
The new non partisan provisional ministry aims to run elections as Socialists claim triumph over the Royal action and push republic demand to the forefront of their election programme.
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Copenhagin
Commission reports on Armenia mandate costs and policy
The American Commission to Armenia published findings noting the United States would need 275 million dollars and 25 000 to 200 000 troops to administer Armenia. It urges U S control of Turkey s foreign policy before accepting a mandate and lists numerous arguments for and against acceptance.
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Per
Press Association
Washington
American Commission
Armenia
Commission
United States
Aremnia
Turkey
Lloyd George cites Irish terror threat and bill for unity
In a letter to the Dublin Lord Mayor, Mr Lloyd George warns of a large terror campaign menacing Ireland and officials. He says the government must pursue terrorists, even if it disrupts normal life, and argues the new bill offers unity without further Imperial Parliament involvement. He contrasts Sinn Fein violence with conciliation as the path to peace.
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Per
Press Association
London
Lloyd George
Dublin
Ireland
Sinn’ Fein
Fires Roar Across Ireland in Wave of Incendiaries
London April 4 Fire Brigades battled in Dublin for three hours to subdue fires in income tax collectors and surveyors offices destroying crucial correspondence. Similar blazes hit Cork pensions and inland revenue offices while police barracks burned or blown up across Ulster. Authorities report widespread damage and note taxpayers will bear the burden. A youth named Kiernan Klynn was shot in Clara Kings County during raiders intrusion.
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London
Dublin
Pensions and
Inland Revenue
Cork
Londonderry
Sinn Fein
Clough
County Down
Loughbrickland
Rosstrevor
Trillick
Admiralty ‘Pier
Queenstown
Sinn
Clara
King’s County
Crisis in Cilicia Threatens Adana and Tarsus
The situation in Cilicia is described as serious with the Christian population endangered. Turks are threatening Adana and nearby towns Tarsus and Marsina, while Armenian volunteers are being organized to respond.
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London
Cilicia
Adana
Tarsus
Marsina
Armenian Invasion Reports Near Persian Frontier
Ten thousand Armenians reportedly crossed into the Nakischvan Ordubad district near the Persian frontier. They destroyed Mussulmani villages, massacred inhabitants, then withdrew in what is described as a reprisal for cruelties at Akoulis.
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Trhberan
Nakischvan-Ordubad
Mussulmini
Akoulis
Waihi Miners Vote Likely to Accept Mine Owners Offer
A Waihi conference between mine owners and Miners Union delegates proposed wage scales for eight hour work days with surface underground pay ranging from 15s 3d to 17s 3d and up to 173 for underground. Overtime to time and a half for first three hours and double time thereafter. A ballot showed a large majority in favor of accepting the offer.
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Press Association
Waihi
Film and Newspaper Rivalry at London Expos Dinner
The Cinematograph Exhibitors Association met in London as leaders discuss film’s rising reach. Lord Burnham estimates 150000 Britons already work in film. Beav erbrook says the screen cannot replace newspapers. O Connor foresees a future evening illustrated cinematograph newspaper in every city. Burnham notes Northcliffe sent a commission to America to study cinema's educational aspect.
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Cinematograph Exhibitors’ ‘ Association
London
Lord Burnham
London Daily Telegraph
Empire Press Union
Great Britain
Lord Beaverbrook
T. P. O’connor
Board of Film Censors
Lord Northcliffe
America
British hospital to refuse admit soldier-patients
Authorities at t. de Clonmel Hospital decide not to admit any British soldier-patients and will urge other hospitals to act similarly to ease battlefield strain.
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T. de Clonmel
Destructive bombing cripples Dublin to Cork line
Reports from London say vast damage in Ireland with the Customhouse between Dublin and Cork spared. Destruction occurred mainly by mines and bombs, costing several millions with few casualties. Main cables to England and Scotland cut and telegraphs halted between Dublin and North Ireland.
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London
Dublin
Cork
England
Scotland
Ireland
Quiet in Chief Towns After Weekend Attacks
Reports from country districts describe further arson against police stations. Six barracks burned in Leitrim and one blown up. Dublin and Belfast remained quiet on Monday as citizens observed a holiday, though eighty attacks on official premises occurred during the weekend.
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London
Belfast
Leitrim
Dublin
Leeper Links Sinn Fein Rise to Irish in Australia
Dr Alexander Leeper of Melbourne writes to Spectator detailing Sinn Fein growth in Australia and the Irish Catholic bloc’s union with Labourites shaping Federal and State politics. He warns press influence and private imperial scepticism, and urges an Irish Church delegation to Australia and New Zealand to explain Irish self determination.
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London
Alexander. Leeper
Melbourne
Spectator
Sinn
Leeper
Irish Church
Australia
New Zealand
Sugar price shuts Australian Jam Factory at South Yarra
Melbourne reports the Australian Jam Factory will close due to higher sugar costs, leaving 600 employees idle. Sydney coverage notes a Bondi disappearance reappearing, a Royal Show tragedy with a shooting, and university appointments plus a Chinese nationalist convention in Sydney.
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Melbourne
South Yarra
Great Cattle Drives amid Disorder Across County Mayo
Eighteen hundred men joined a massive cattle drive in County Oak Way clearing thousands of acres. Police were powerless as several smaller drives occurred in County Mayo with three drives in Ballyhaunia. General Lewin's residence, a large landowner, was attacked. military forces arrived and fired over drovers' heads, six men were arrested.
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London
County Oakway
County Mayo
Ballyhaunia
Lewin
Compensation levies awarded for police deaths in Ireland
Mr Justice Kenny imposes a local levy of 5000 pounds to compensate relatives of Detective Hunt shot at Thurles. The County Court at Tipperary awards 2000 pounds to Sergeant Brady's relatives and 2800 pounds to Constable Foley's relatives.
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London
Justice Kenny
Hunt
Thurles
Tipperary
Brady
Lorrha
Foley
Fires signal new policy against governing Ireland
Dublin reports indicate fires mark a new push to render Ireland ungovernable by England. Observers link the protests to income tax, customs and excise changes under Hone. Rinle. Press notes Sir H Greenwood’s appointment may bring drastic department changes though no confirmation on Lord Brench’s resignation.
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Dublin
Ireland
England
Hone
MacPherson
Aviation crash during forced landing near racecourse
Lieutenants Parer and McIntosh crash at Moulmein while attempting a forced landing to avoid crowds rushing to the racecourse. The aeroplane was badly damaged. The flight will resume once repairs are completed.
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Per Press Association
Delhi
Parer
McIntosh
Moulmein
Poulet Returns to France After Burma Trip
Poulet arrives at Moulmein in Lower Burma with a machine needing repairs and several important parts. He hopes to reach Australia, while Bandki the mechanic heads back to France on April 20.
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Paris
Poulet
Moulmein
Lower Burma
Australia
Bandki
France
Italian aviator ferrari injured in Rangoon test flight
Captain Ferrari one of the Italian aviators attempting the Rome to Tokio flight damaged the undercarriage of his machine during a landing at Rangoon. He will remain five or six days for repairs.
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Delhi
Ferrari
Rome
Tokio
Rangoon
Egyptian Royal Air Force Plane Crashes Near Atbara
A Royal Air Force Hantey Page aeroplane crashed north of Atbara in Cairo on April 4. All four crew members were killed. No details on the identities have been released.
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Cairo
Royal: Air * Force
Atbara
Adelaide to Melbourne Flight Arrives After Overnight Trip
Sir Ross Smith departed Adelaide in an 8 Vimy at 7 30 yesterday morning and landed in Melbourne at 2 15 in the afternoon, marking a rapid cross country flight.
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Melbourne
Sir Ross Smith
Adelaide
Canadian aerial force to be formed in Canada
Ottawa reports the Canadian air force will be formed immediately with about 5000 personnel drawn from former officers and airmen of the RAF now in Canada. Two training centres will be established operating year round.
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Ottawa
RAV
Canada
Mary Pickford and Douglas Fairbanks Secret Wedding Reported
New York April 1 report Mary Pickford wed Douglas Fairbanks in a private ceremony at her home conducted by a Baptist minister. The couple reportedly share a combined income of 400 000 pounds and faced church and legal scrutiny over Pickford’s divorce status and Nevada residency.
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Press Association
New York
Mary Pickford
Bee
Douglas Fairbanks
Fairbanks
Pickford
Attorney-General
Bar Association
Miss Pickford
General Mangin critiques British staff in 1914 analysis
Paris April 3 General Mangin in Reveue des Deux Mondes confirms Trench's claim that Lanrezine's retirement forced a British withdrawal He condemns his own staff for early misunderstandings and praises Britain's moral and effective aid. Rio de Janeiro April 3 preliminary work begins on 50 million dollar irrigation project in drought affected NW Brazil to extend railways, due in five years.
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Paris
Mangin
Reveue Des
Rio DE Janiero
Brazil
Samoan Labour and Indenture Debates Abroad
Wellington reports Mr Holland MP condemns indentured labour in Samoa noting planters demand 5000 coolies and low wages for natives. He cites government moves to China for more labour and criticizes censorship, military presence, and lack of native inquiry. Holland urges Samoa’s natives gain democratic control and warns of vast costs to New Zealand. He also discusses Fiji evidence of economic strain and mistreatment of Indian workers.
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Per Press Association
Wellington
Holland
M.P
Carter
China
New Zealand
League ‘of Nations
Samoa
Fiji
James Allen
Adelaide Man Arrested in Child Murder Case
Alexander Lea was arrested on a charge of murdering three children in Rhydin. He reportedly died after drinking milk in Ohio, with initial suspicion pointing to poison as the cause.
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Adelaide
Alexander Lea
Ohio
War work draws 400000 women into service
It is estimated that war work attracted about 400000 women from domestic employment to take up roles supporting the effort including textile and related tasks in England during the period.
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England
Influenza bacilli development and immunity note
A historical health notice describes Pfeiffer's bacillus taking two days to develop in the human system. It mentions a germ destroying regimen and a bottle labeled Trienzol containing 89 doses, with a firm refusal to comply.
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Pfeiffer
French cabman bets on smoking one thousand cigars
A cabman wagered 1000 francs that he could smoke 100 cigars in two days. In the first 24 hours he used 66 cigars and after a two hour rest resumed with such vigor that by the end of the second day the last stub was burning. NAZOL offered immediate relief for cold symptoms during the ordeal.
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Cabman
Maritime unions and gold mining policy dominate reports
Reports from St John New Brunswick New York and London cover plans for a New Brunswick Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island union to boost Dominion influence and streamline governance. Also, Yukon Development League seeks gold royalty abolition and loosened placer laws to expand prospecting.
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ST. John
New Brunswick
Vay
Maritime Board of Trade
Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island
New
York
Dawson
Yukon Development League
League
Hungary may reject peace terms amid European tensions
The Times Vienna correspondent reports Hungary could refuse the conditions as unjust and dangerous to peace. Count Apponyi may decline to sign, with doubts Assembly will accept blockade reimposition. Persian Foreign Minister seeks good relations with Russia. Abidh vows to abolish harmful treaties. Jerusalem reports deadly Jewish Muslim clash with 188 casualties, situation under control.
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London
Times
Vienna
Hungary
Count Appony
Count Apponyi
Reuter
Persia
Russia
IM. Abidh
Independent Labour Glasgow Conference Tackles Unionism
The Glasgow Labour Party conference is seen as defining its stance on unionism amid acute internal differences and financial strain. The party reports a £2000 deficit for the year and heavy losses in recent by elections. In Paris, the Chamber Finance Committee approves a 10 percent tax on bachelors. In Geneva, police allow entry of several deposed royals including ex Kings of Bavaria Wurtemberg and Baden into Switzerland.
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London
Independent ‘Labour Party
Glasgow
Geneva
Police
Switzerland
Bavaria
Wurtemburg
Baden
Polish art and scent evoke mixed impressions abroad
Fragmentary text describes Polish artistry and beauty, noting color blending and a feminine reference, but voices confusion and unclear sentiment about UNAZO and a reliever scent. The passage mixes scattered phrases without a clear news event or date.
Canterbury Autumn Meeting Horse Races Report
Canterbury April 6 reports show the Jackey Club autumn meeting concluding with several races in dull weather. Notable results include Delight defeating Bebe head and Little River by two lengths in the Autumn Nursery, Yaldhurst Welter Clean Sweep won by Old Gold over Sleeprhead and Scratched. Kilmoon and Nishtraider led in Great Autumn Handicap, Radial and Warlove scratched, Kilcalm and Cashmere Jm walked. Chow Satisfaction won Addington Handicap by three lengths ahead of Cashmere TM and Grim Joke.
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Christchurch
Canterbury Jackey
Little River
Chrysostom
Askari
Yaldhurst
Sasanof
Kilmoon
Nishtraider
Radial
Warlove
Feilding March Races Draw Record Crowd and Close Finishes
Crowds pack Feilding track on March 5 with high attendance as multiple hurdles and handicaps conclude in tight finishes. Winners include Lady Pinza by three tenths in 2:46 and Risingham by a length in easter handicap. Simon leads a field including Achillion and Sweet Song with close margins.
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Kimbolton
Sweet
Pipperary
Sailhome
Zola
Algo
Omaha
Vigilo
Fbautana
Whetol
Lady
Pinza
Ex Kaiser Laments as Rotterdam Publishes Royal Letter
A translated Dutch press excerpt from January 2 quotes ex Kaiser Wilhelm II writing from Amerongen. He laments harsh times, notes inflation, isolation, and distrust, reflecting on Potsdam, German colonies, and distant loyalties while asking a friend to publish letters with limited alteration.
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Rotterdam
Amerongen
Murstenberg
Muller
Wilhelm
Potsdam
Cecilia
Aéis
Nicholas
Marek
Germany
Fand Kriege
Texand
Nicks
Sragic
Heinrich
Vicstoria
Parewell
Violin Music Awakens Enigmatic Patient From Slumber
A New York woman named Mantz aged 29 has slept 102 days in a strange sleep disorder. Doctors, desperate, used music therapy by violinist Boffma to rouse her with Schubert melodies. After the bedside concert, the patient opened her eyes and showed limited responsiveness.
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Dora’. Mantz
New York
Boffma
Schubert
Nodderthee
Devtors
Strenathesh ‘Hospital
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