German Cabinet Opposed to PacTerms in Prach Treaty
The German Cabinet is said to be almost unanimously opposed to the peace terms of the Prach treaty. Received June 19 at 12 30 p m.
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Newspaper
Ashburton Guardian
Location
Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand
Date
Jun 19, 1919
Page
4
The German Cabinet is said to be almost unanimously opposed to the peace terms of the Prach treaty. Received June 19 at 12 30 p m.
Paris reports show Clemenceau pressing for strong German accountability in the peace terms. The French premier’s letter to Germany, delivered after the late negotiation sessions, emphasizes Germany’s war conduct, including submarine warfare and civilian suffering. Public opinion splits on whether Germany will sign or resist.
In Paris on June 1 9 the Council of Four invited Turkish representatives to negotiate a treaty likely after Bulgarian and Hungarian accords. They expect Turkey to renounce Constantinople and allow joint authority over the Marmara region’s administration. Muslim delegations protest the partition.
A June 1 Paris dispatch reports a meeting of Latin American delegates, Indian Egyptian, and South African nationals resolving to form a general committee to bolster their rights.
From Copenhagen dated June 16 crowds in Germany gathered outside the Allied officers residence in Frankfurt. A shot was fired triggering a response as German authorities began machine gunning a building area.
General Sir Charles Barter spoke at a London dinner to the 7th Division decrying his removal from command at short notice after High Wood's capture in the Somme. He called the accusation that he wasted men cruel and unjust and said inquiry was refused, vowing to publicly vindicate his career.
London report says the National Union of Railwaymen urged its executive to act with the Triple Alliance to overthrow conscription, instructing decisive measures. The note was received June 19 at 10:30 a.m. and dated June 18 from London.
Sergeant Edward George Burloee Marsden was discharged for unlawfully jailing Sergeant-Mayor Samuel Stanley Mhoate on the Pakeha on May 26. Dr Gordon testified Choate’s body showed skull fracture from a fall, not blows. The Bench blamed slippery decks and service boats as contributing causes and extended sympathy to Choate’s relatives.
The article mentions the Versailles palace project with space for over 10,000 people and expenditure around 226 million. A unrelated shopper scene is described with a frightened mother seeking quick aid for a sick child using a peppermint remedy.
London June 17 Alcock and Brown arrived at Euston station carrying the first Atlantic mail bag amid cheers. G Hawker joined the congratulators as a procession moved to the Aero Club where speeches were delivered.
Paris dispatch reports a mutiny aboard a French fleet in the Baltic due to Bolshevist influence. The rebellion was suppressed and there were casualties.
The Ministry of Food presents a balance sheet for the year ending March 31 1918 showing a total turnover excluding wheat and sugar of £46 378 571. Administration expenses were £1 115 664 4d. The government notes eighty five percent of the country's food was being buried and priced with ninety four percent of foodstuffs fixed. Consumer prices included administration costs and were lower than in any other country.
The Countess Markievies receives a four month prison term in Dublin after being found guilty of inciting traders to boycott the police.
Mr Macpherson replies to the Irish-American Mission critique of Irish administration. He denies the army of occupation reached one hundred thousand and defends prison conditions as airy with ample exercise. He says hundreds are not imprisoned without knowledge of charges and notes internment only for pro-German activity. He states dependents are supported and the State aid scheme has helped over four hundred thousand tenants. The government has arranged over £100,000,000.
Sydney reports the Cabinet after a thorough review of the influenza situation has decided not to revive masks at present. The decision follows an exhaustive assessment of public health conditions and mask utility.
Wireless advice from Auckland reports the steamer Manuka from Sydney due tomorrow with eleven cases of what are described as mia enga colds on board. The patients include two passengers and crew members.
Doctor Chaos Duncan announced at the American Medical Association convention that influenza could be cured by injecting a drachm of infected mucus pasteurized with filtered water under the skin. He claimed the method would produce a spontaneous cure of Spanish influenza, preammoula and catarrh.
Reported by press association soldiers rescuing comrades wrecked Epsom police station. A police sergeant was killed. The Witley riot protested sailing delays with Australians and New Zealanders in other camps joining the protest.
The weekly unemployment donations fell by 322 117 between late April and the end of May. Of those counted, 78 percent were women.
In a crowded Olympia arena Beckett outpointed Goddard in the second round after a fast start. Beckett landed sharp jabs to both face and body while Goddard was cautioned for clinching. Beckett's assault continued into the second round ending the match. Townley also stopped Hardwick with towel in the twelfth.
Fire at Marghini printing works in Kent Street causes damage estimated around £60,000. Earlier in Sydney a wire ignited a blaze at eight-story Burnett and Co grocery warehouse on Chalmers Street, damaging adjacent buildings housing the dental hospital, Sydney Importing Company, Lincoln Motor Co., and Crescent Shirt Factory, with damage about £100,000.
The Inter-State Labour Conference opened in Sydney on June 18 with delegates gathering to discuss labor issues and policy developments. Leaders from several states attended the event to exchange views and set agendas for upcoming sessions.
In a drawn innings sequence Yorkshire 182 for five with Hirst unbeaten on 74 in a second innings that reached 210 thanks to Hirst 88. Gregory took 6 for 79 and Collins 2 for 29 as Australia chased 170 for nine and won by one wicket with Gregory not out on 41 and Trenerry 89.
New York authorities raided the office of 3. A. Martens the Bolshevik Ambassador to the United States and cross examined Martens and staff as part of a Legislative Committee probe into Bolshevik propaganda. Documents in Martung's office were seized and resized.
Report from Sydney says Moeraki crew join the seamen strike. Melbourne notes Trades Hall leaders proposed settlement terms to Mr Woat. Outlook described as only hopeful by late June.
A mine from an unidentified enemy vessel was washed up on the shore near Cape Everard. Authorities sealed the area and initiated standard ordnance disposal procedures while assessing potential hazards to nearby residents.
June 18 Palmerston North Poultry Show awards announced with Conway of Canterbury taking open class prizes including silver cockerel and Rhode Island Red titles. Winners include Wyandottes, Orpingtons and Rhode Island Reds across cockerel and pullet divisions with Best Wyandotte awarded to HH McWhirter and other honors to T B Conway and RB Mewhirter.
At Ascot on June 16 amid fine weather a pre war style revival drew a record crowd. The royal enclosure showed no khaki as Their Majesties received a tremendous ovation. The Ascot Hunt Cup results list Irish Elezance T, Aven 2, Dansellon 3.
Viscount Ishii has left Washington for Tokyo and tendered his resignation as ambassador amid disagreements with U S officials over China policy. The Japanese Government has not yet accepted the resignation.
Vancouver June 18 The crew of the Makura refuse to take on stores due to a Vancouver longshoremen and teamsters strike. They are fined two days pay. The cargo remains unloaded while 150 passengers await the ship's sailing.
The conference of the Railwaymen's Union adopted a resolution protesting the Government's refusal to recognise the Police Union and urging workers to support the police.
Early travellers believed Lower California was an island until 1842 when its connection to California state was discovered, reshaping maps and geographic understanding. The note traces the shift from island to peninsula status and the realization of land continuity with the mainland.
An old advertisement promotes Chamberlains Tablets to cleanse the stomach and liver and relieve constipation. It also notes Woods Great Peppermint Cure as a preventive remedy for colds. The copy urges warm clothing for children on cold days and includes retail mentions.
Templeman rode Trish Elegance carrying top weight 9st 7lb and led from the start as the equal favourite with His Majesty's Ireland in his first appearance. Twenty six laps. His Majesty's Viceroy secured his second consecutive win in the Waterford Stakes.
It is officially announced that most New Zealand troops in Britain will be evacuated by the end of August and may reach the Dominion before October. It is also expected that all troops now in Egypt will be back in New Zealand by August’s end, according to the Press Association.
In Texas it is 9, criminal offence to swear over the telephone. An amateur photographer plans to review figures and negatives before the show. They suggest enlarging prints using an Eastman Enlarger. BR Totty offers Albums and Enlargers and can explain how to use them.
On June 18 in Palmerston North the Winter Show featured stud cattle and an apple championship. The six Variet ies collection awarded top honors to Bisley Bros Nelson with 93 points, James Cushing West Clive scored 88, and Bisley Bros Nelson again with 88 for third. There were 14 entries in total in the apple class and four in the cockers event.
The article notes Japan employs about 600000 people in seaweed output, using the weed to make items from policemen boots to picture frames and electric switchboards. It also mentions Strasburg forts renamed after WWI leaders such as Foch Joffre Petain Kleber Lefebvre Desaix Ney Rapp Poche Ducrot and Uhrich with gilt inscriptions over fort entrances.
The Bank of England holds about £81.56 million in gold while France, Germany and the United States hold £137.96 million, £113.19 million, and £415.79 million respectively. A curious line promotes a product for public speaking and singing described as a throat aid usable anywhere.
In London Mr Massey conferred with the Minister of Shipping about insulated ship supply for New Zealand. August is expected to be a strong month if labor troubles do not delay. He visited St Dunstan's Hostel for blind soldiers and discussed prospects in the Dominion with fourteen NZ men. He also held talks on Samoa and Nauru mandates with Colonial Office figures. Massey plans to return to Paris for final treaty-signature decisions.
London June 15. Mr W M Hughes opened a series of farewell speeches with a luncheon hosted by the British Empire Producers Organisation. He warned Britain and the Dominions must decide whether to admit Germany and whether imperial preference will sustain empire production. He urged bold policy on labour finance industry and imperial manufacture.
A London Daily News correspondent reports strong push for church unity as Wesleyan Methodists discuss terms of reunion with the Established Church. Dr Chifford warns that unity must honor New Testament principles, not merely form, arguing for inter communion and pulpit exchange while resisting subordination to a prelatic hierarchy.
Sir James Allen rejects Christchurch ministers' criticisms of camp life. He says clergy and padres in camps promote virtue and manliness, while outside influences cause any evil. He supports four month youths camps to improve military training and citizenship, asserting costs align with the current Territorial system.
Captain Reginald Jones and Captain James Smith, now demobilised, meet by chance in a government office waiting room. They recall 1916 at Plumb Tree Farm, discuss a strike by the Stone-breakers Union and their late toils in business and duty, sharing old camaraderie and wistful longing for the front.
In Dunedin Magistrate's Court today twenty miners faced penalties under the Conciliation and Arbitration Act after admitting breaches connected to the Green Island coal strike. Prosecutors cited threats to withdraw cages and a strike threat tied to union instruction. Magistrate imposed £2 fines on each defendant.
A warning explains dangers from constipation as poisons can enter the bloodstream causing headaches and organic diseases. Chamberlain's Tablets are promoted as a safe, long lasting relief option that strengthens bowels and stimulates natural function.
A reunion in London honored the Vantecbury Regiment veterans with Colonel H. Siewart presiding. Brig. Gen. BR. Young and Lieut Colonels Criffiths Mead Shepherd Stitt led about 40 officers as toasts were given and music performed. An Old Comrades Association was formed with HQ inChartebareh N4 and annual gatherings planned during Grad National Week. A Officers Dinner and a strong committee from regional districts were created to advance the projects.
A Budapest dispatch says the Hungarian government ordered an investigation led by the Path prosecutor into claims by the Duchess of Hohenberg’s former confessor about the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and his wife. The report cites alleged Hungarian aristocracy and Vienna Court conspirators aiming to remove the heir and justify Serbia settlement.
A London cablegram reports Sir J Ward has arranged for material on favorable terms for the South land League hydro electric project, pending ratepayer approval. A note on a remedy quotes CNAZOL as a non drug science product claimed to relieve colds, with prices listed.
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