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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Dec 27, 1918
Page
6
Washington December 23 Mr Lansing denies a rumor that the United States prefers the German Fleet to be sunk rather than divided among the Allies and states the American delegation has no such plan.
Washington reports President Wilson stating Allied public opinion supports close cooperation of self governing peoples to secure peace. The British government did not invite Mr Hughes to attend the Peace Conference. Observers note German colonies tariffs indemnities and raw materials affect a third of Wilsons points.
New York dispatch reports Laurence Hills says the German colonies fate is rising as a pressing issue with Wilson in England. British opinion leans to temporary US administration. others propose Holland for Danzig and Switzerland for Constantinople. South-west Africa residents petition for a republic linked to Germany.
The Berlin Congress of Soviets favors disarming counter-revolutionaries and abolishing all orders while urging officers to be appointed by soldiers. It shows Bolshevik strength, though proceedings appear chaotic. Socialists under Scheidemann may push a national assembly amid rejection of Soldiers' Councils government. Liebknecht urged a socialist world revolution at a cuirassier regiment after alleging a counter-revolution.
In London and other areas strikes are easing with only about 15,000 extremists still striking. The Bee reports a decline in active workers as unrest diminishes and labor actions wind down.
Foreign Minister in Copenhagen reports Count Rantzau former ambassador to Copenhagen has been appointed foreign minister in Berlin.
Berlin dispatch reports mutinous sailors following a clash with the guard entrenched themselves in the Royal Palace, signaling a crisis in the city as authorities move to restore order.
The Lithuanian Councilles announce that Prussian Lithuanians have revolted against Prussian rule and seized Tilsit Memel Tasterberg Darkehmen Velau and Goldap. They demand East Prussia be incorporated in Lithuania and a Prussian Lithuanian National Council be formed.
A historical advertisement extols Baxter's Lung Preserver as strengthening lungs and vital organs against influenza. It claims quick relief for the sick and tonic benefits for recovering patients, with a large bottle priced at 2s 6d available at local druggists.
Dispatch from Amsterdam reports violent fighting in Danzig between partisans and revolutionaries. The flag was replaced, prisons stormed, and inmates freed. Several people were killed or wounded amid protests against Poland’s proposed inclusion of the town.
The Archangel correspondent of the Morning Post states that intervention in North Russia has achieved important results promising the resurrection and regeneration of Russia. It already established military security in North Russia.
Mr. Charles Crane, member of the Root mission to Russia in 1917, returns from the Orient and says Siberia is filled with small republics but lacking stability. He argues Allied intervention has slim chances of success and urges Allies to repair Russia’s transportation system and focus on relief work.
Der Lazevert, who admits aiding in Rasputin's slayings, departs for Russia to help form a new government in Odessa. Allied aid is pledged to establish an army there to stamp out the Bolshevik threat.
The minister notes no need for alarm as British steel works remain fully occupied and prices stabilize with subsidies. He cites large government stocks of non-ferrous metals and calls for rapid work and unity to secure orders from government departments and dominions, aiming to restore normal industrial capacity.
Elisa's Fund in London reports the King’s Fund for Disabled Service Men has helped eight thousand men start their own businesses.
Sir Thomas Mackenzie speaking for the Graves Commission announced that the temporary crosses marking soldiers graves will be saved for relatives and friends who wish to keep a memento.
The Neves Wiener Journal accuses Archduke Teopold Salvator Generals von Boem Ermolli von Arm and von Kovess and the Kaiser of looting depots after demobilisation. Goods worth trillions sterling allegedly taken.
Capetown message estimates South African casualties across Africa and overseas total 6 800 killed with 11 500 wounded or gassed and 4 630 of the killed reported as invalid to Europe due to strain and exposure.
New York Times correspondent Ackerman reports Russia’s civil war approaching decisive battles between Bolsheviks in the east and militarists and monarchists in the west. The conflict is described as a struggle for power not freedom, with Sergoa Serafol or Seracenol effects noted.
The Russian Embassy was notified that the intrusion forces defeated the Bolsheviks on the Dekaterinburg front. Bolsheviks retreat toward Perm, losing substantial equipment and supplies.
London reports Russia suffering immense losses with 9,130,000 casualties, including 1,700,000 dead and 2,500,000 prisoners, amid ongoing hostilities and public attention on the war toll.
Belgrade dispatch reported by Belgrade says the union of Montenegro and Serbia has been officially proclaimed. The Amsterdam correspondent of United Press notes the historic merger.
Paris dispatch lists likely participants for the peace talks. France may include Clemenceau Pichon and Marshal Foch with Bourget, Tardien, Brine. Italy eyed Orlando Sonnine Diaz with Gioitti and Marco. Belgium could send Aymons and Vandervelde. Romania names Bratiane. Czechoslovakia names Thebenes Masyrik. Britain awaits final choices after elections.
New York Times correspondent Ackerman in Winterburg speaks with Parfen Alexei Dominin formerly the Czars major domo. The eye witness account details the Czar's final days under Bolsheviks, a brief trial and family farewell, and a plot by generals to restore the monarchy leading to execution ordered by the Soviet.
In London the Prime Minister told the Trade Union Advisory Committee that with the West front quiet six weeks the Ministry of Munitions began reducing controls and shifting toward peace production. Key aims include liquidating contracts, aiding conversion of war to peace industry, and disposing of stores, with vast material values at stake.
President Wilson greeted by General Pershing at Chaumont on Christmas morning. He planned a dinner with American troops at Langres then a 6 o'clock departure for London. He stated no difference in aim among Allied leaders and emphasized a peace based on justice and the will of the people.
New York December 25 correspondent reports advices from Europe on the Glaitas crisis via Persia. The note mentions admission of a Persian delegation to the Peace Congress cancellation of treaties contravening alien sovereignty independence and restoration of territory wrongfully taken from Persia.
An odd advertisement touts Wawn's Wonder-Wool as a universal pain reliever during influenza outbreaks. It claims to stop pain instantly for bronchitis quinsy headaches and more, marketed by Kempthorne Prosser and Co in New Zealand cities Auckland Wellington Dunedin and Christ Church.
Paris correspondent reports a French statesman saying peace decisions on German colonies rest with Britain and France will accept Britain's conclusions. He argues restoration of colonies is unlikely due to military prudence and colonial British wishes. London dispatch notes Jordan Chamber of Commerce urging full German reparations in ships coal minerals and money.
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