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Newspaper

Ashburton Guardian

Location

Ashburton, Canterbury, New Zealand

Date

Mar 17, 1920

Page

5

German Revolt Lines Up With Peace Treaty Claims

Dr von Kapp pledged that the new German government would honor the peace treaty as far as German honor and economic future allow and promised to crush any general strike while promising early relaxation of censorship. In New York he said the Ebert government failed and that elections would be fair, with the president elected by the people.

Per Press Association London von Kapp New York Berlin Chicago Daily News Kapp Ebert National Assembly Germany

Methods of militarists spark German turmoil in March

London dated report from Daily Mail Berlin correspondent says militarists use clever tactics to sway old army. Prisoners of war from France allegedly misled in reception camps by officers of the old regime fueling hatred of the Republican Government. Noske racing to rally troops. Kapp movement enters city as Ebert and Noske vanish amid speculation of fragile peace.

London Daily Mails Berlin France Germany Herr Noske Kapp Ebert Nosko Vuokers Agai

Allies Await Gevelo Kints From Paris to London

Vancouver reports Earl Beatty and Mr Chutehull head to Paris as Allied leaders monitor developments before deciding on action. In London, press consensus links the Junker plot to military support, with Noske duped and Herries of a military dictatorship seen as the likely aim.

Vancouver Earl Beatty Chutehull Paris Lloyd George Ing mm House ‘of Commons Germany

Berlin vigil and unrest shadow German capital

March reports describe Entente observers allowed at Wilhelmstrasse barricades while British Embassy access is restricted by barbed wire and guards. Berlin citizens show calm but unease grows as agrarians may aid the government with food shipments. Suppression of Treiheit and Voorwaerts noted as troops take offices. Von Kapp sets Reichstag elections for April 11 and Paris cites an accord with the Ferreg regime.

Berlin Entente Wilhelmstrasse Treiheit Voorwaerts

Crisis in Germany: Ebert Reigns as Kapp Plot Collapses

Reports from Stuttgart and London outline the failure of the Kapp coup. Ebert remains president until elections and a new cabinet of experts will be appointed. Kapp and Luttwitz are seen as figureheads amid a political compromise born of apathy and fear.

Stuttgart Thebert Kapp Wi'temburg London Berlin Ebert Imperial News Service Luttwitz

Senate Rejects Multiple Reservations on Article Ten of Peace Treaty

The Senate refused Lodge’s substitute reservation and several amendments to Article Ten. The Streyling-Hausen plan, Taft sub-reservation, Simms offer of friendly offices, and Walsh motion were all defeated in votes ranging from 44 to 59 against. The Republican leader’s amendment denying the Article’s obligation passed 56 to 34.

Ver Press Association Washington Senate Lodge Streyling-Hausen Simms United States Walsh

Treaty Prospects Circulated After Senate Vote

The note says the Senate’s ratification of the Lodge substitution on Article Ten shows at least two thirds support treaty approval. If the same number of Democrats vote to ratify the full treaty as did the Article Ten reservation, President Wilson would bear the blame for the treaty’s defeat.

Washington Senate Wilson

Mixed World News Items From London Copenhagen and Constantinople

Reports from London Copenhagen and Constantinople cover a sports donor gift to a Felton Barry race cup a Schleswig vote split in favor of Germany a brutal massacre in Marash with mass killings and a riot response in London noting convictions and an inquiry into Indian living costs and wages.

Aviators Reach Calcutta After Desert Crossing Flight

Lieutenants Parer and Mackintosh, arriving in Calcutta, recount a 8 hours 10 minutes flight from Baghdad via the Syrian Desert. They battled head winds north of the Dead Sea and lava stretches, forced desert landings, and a late fuel issue before locating the Muphrates and Baghdad aerodrome with only a pint and a half of petrol remaining.

Per Press Association Delhi Parer Mackintosh Calcutta Syrian Desert England Lambs Bagdad Jordan Dead Sea Lake Habbaniyah Desert

Van Ryneveld Flight Diversion Postponed

Pretoria reports the government supplied aircraft for Van Ryneveld’s flight toward the Cape failed and diverted to Bulawayo, disrupting the Cairo Sape attempt.

Pretoria van Ryneveld Cape Bulawayo

Navy Memorandum Sees Navy Costs and Capital Ships Enduring

The Walter Long memorandum on the Navy Estimates reports after non-recurrent war liabilities and recurrent war costs, 37.5 million pounds in normal expenditure remains. It argues wartime efforts allow temporary suspension of production and a minimal fleet, with the battle squadron still primary despite potential future shifts to new ship types.

Per Press Association London Navy Walter Long

Jewish War Memorial Appeal Steps Up for Donations

London reports only 110000 pounds raised toward the one million needed for the Jewish War Memorial. A special appeal will target Jewish communities in the Dominions, while The Daily Chronicle notes the Iovel Commission on Income tax proposals. Belgium and the Netherlands reach a Scheldt treaty for joint administration by a nine member commission, aiming for freedom of passage for ships aside from warships.

Morse London Dominions Daily Chronicle Iovel Commission On Income Britain Dominion Brussels Scheldt

Massey Undergoes Neck Operation in Wellington Private Hospital

Mr Massey had neck surgery yesterday in a Wellington private hospital. The medical report notes the operation was entirely successful and his condition remains quite satisfactory.

Massey Wellington

Germanys Reichstag to Welcome Second Chamber and Military Vigilance

The text contrasts government experts with bureaucrats and notes a plebiscite backed presidential or dynastic possibility. It highlights a Second Chamber in the Reichstag merging labour and capital, while Allies maintain unwavering military readiness amid continued instability after defeat.

Reichstag Germany

Better Than Boracic Heals Fast with Cinna Mon Leaf

A claim that Fhrengol heals rapidly both externally and internally due to leaf from Cinna mon and other ingredients. It promotes Finenzel-is Gd-and Se 8d as essential components and asserts deep penetration to dispel necro-organisms below membranous surfaces.

Ships face Panama Canal delay from Culebra Cut landslide

A The Press representative reports possible delays for New Zealand ships in the Panama Canal due to a landslide in the Culebra Cut. If widespread, disruption could extend beyond a few days, affecting services and the A M S Renown due at Colon around March 30, with several vessels listed as homeward or outward bound.

Christchurch Panama Canal Culebra New Zealand A.M.S. Renown Colon New Zealand Shipping Company Ruapehu Wellington Kaikoura Auckland Duo Panataa Canal Opawa Liverpool Ahaw-Savill Albion‘ Dine Waimena Tainui London Corinthia

A and P Show Opens With Livestock and Aerial Stunts

Ashburton public and farming community prepare for the A and P Show with prize cattle and sheep judged in top condition. Captain Ewan Dickson will perform Avro aeroplane stunts over the grounds while circus acts entertain Juveniles. The event features hunting contests, WCTU ladies catering, and a C.F.M. brand meat exhibit alongside farm manure expertise from CIM.

Ashburton A and P Ewan Dickson Avro Dickson W.C.T.U South Canterbury

Indian Motor Cycles to be Shown by W J Dalley at Ashburton

W J Dalley, Ashburton County representative, will display Indian Motor Cycles at the Show tomorrow and at his East Street workshop. The machine features a complete cradle spring frame, high compression one piece cylinder, and a water proof magneto. It offers up to 70 mph, low upkeep, silent running, long service, and a double braking system.

W. J. Dalley Ashburton East Street

Buick Exhibit At Local Show Promises Motor Wonders

The Buick Exhibit features the famed Buick Motor-car and 4 cylinder Henderson Motor-cycles. Local agent Mr W Page will meet enquirers at the Show grounds all day tomorrow.

Buick Henderson W. Page

Listers Combined Two-Stand Engine Demonstrated at Bailey Stand

Mr C E Bailey showcases a Lister combined two-stand portable engine at the exhibit with engines ranging from 2 to 10 horsepower. Demonstrations cover powering shear sheds milking machines saw benches pumps and chaff cutters. Bailey reviews the devices and meets potential buyers on the show grounds tomorrow.

C. EK. Bailey New Zealand Bailey

Canterbury Frozen Meat Exhibit Delights Shaw Grounds Crowd

The Canterbury Frozen Meat Company presents a major display at Shaw Grounds in a large tent. It showcases wool from raw to finished garments as well as tinned meats and tongues. The exhibit highlights the ClasM brand and invites visitors to spend time learning about New Zealand industry.

Shaw Canterbury Frozen Meat and Dairy Produce Export Company, Ltd Canterbury Frozen Meat Company

Seed display by Wright Stephenson at show draws farmers

Wright Stephenson and Co Ltd presents prize seed and grass and clover mixes at the show. Their representatives will advise farmers on suitable seed mixtures and grounds. The firm also displays Robertson's Highlander Sheep Dip with its solid guarantee for clean sheep and higher prices.

Messrs Wright, Stephenson and Co Lttd Sec Wright, Stephenson Seed Robertson

Alderman W P Fitzgerald elected Lord Mayor of Sydney

Sydney reports Alderman W P Fitzgerald from the Labour party has been chosen as Lord Mayor. The Carpenters and Joiners Society will not work on Saturdays halting building activity. A safe blowing gang robs post offices and stores. The Millions Club case rules it not an employer under the Act for a non soldier employee. A cold snap with rain rough seas and coastal gales begins. Sugar Conference implies a penny rise in raw sugar. Brigadier General Griffiths named Administrator of the Pacific possessions. Government plans to use the Jithgow factory for tool making. Mgr Watt travels to England to explore trade, indemnity and mandate issues.

Sydney

End of the World Seat Sells for 16 Dollars

Cleveland report shows Charles Johnson a 66 year old farmer from West Salem traveled to the city with a reserved front row seat for the end of the world. He complained after learning no one in the staging house had heard the end was near and said two men sold him the seat for 16 dollars. In Tulsa a store robbery by Italian Dalfino Masino was reported with most loot recovered but 868.10 dollars missing. Masino admitted guilt and offered a quizzical remark about changing the letter 17 to m in his name.

Cleveland, O Charles Johnson West Salem Cleveland Johnson Tulsa Okla Dalfino Masino Warner Masino

Centenarians by country and health tonics proclaimed

Servia leads in centenarians with 675 men aged 100 or more and one in 2260. Ireland follows with 578 centenarians and one in 8130. Denmark reports five centenarians and Switzerland reportedly has none. A health tonic NAZOY is recommended for colds with claims of marvellous effects.

Servia Ireland Denmark Switzerland

Election results show Unionists lead South Africa race

In Capetown on March 18 the latest results show Unionists ahead of the South African Party and Nationalists with Labour and Independents also listed. Excludes Bloemfontein and Wetbank where new elections occur.

Per Press Association Capetown Bloemfontein South Wetbank

Logics of electors point to new government leadership

In Ons Land the government organ argues that electors’ decision should allow General Stints to appoint General Hortuog to govern the Union, noting his larger follower base. The piece suggests independence as a lasting, sacred goal, not a mere campaign slogan, and predicts political storms or clearer skies ahead.

Capetown General Hortuog Union Roos Transvaal National Party

Tarred and Feathered: Irish girl assaulted by masked trio

A 19-year-old Irish girl was tarred by three men in women’s clothes and left on a roadside. John Mulvey was acquitted. Brennan and Cronogue were found guilty and sentenced to three months hard labor. The incident sparked debate on motive and justice in Leitrim.

Ulster Assizes John Mulvey James Mrennan John Cronogue Drumnatober Drumsna Leitrim Lizzie Moran Thomas Cronogue Peter Moran Barry Mulvey Justice Dod Belfast Brennan Cronogue

Spiders Cling to Telegraph Wires Delaying Current

In Japan spiders spin dense webs on telegraph wires slowing the current. Attempts to sweep the wires fail as spiders resume spinning quickly. A remedy named Naroy is suggested, used on sugar or inhaled Cnazol to prevent the issue.

Japan

New York Shop Windows Show Summer Prices Amid Snow

February report from Los Angeles notes New York women braving snow to view summer clothes in dry goods stores. Prices soar as coats head to tens of thousands of dollars and even simple stockings fetch high sums. Influenza sweeps the East with mild fatalities. Crowded streets, altered hours, and traffic adjustments are proposed as city life strains under the crisis.

Los Angeles New York Sumer New York “Times America Siberia Europe Galcia Roumania Russia Texas Wellington New

Canada’s Mounted Police Merged Into Royal Canadian Mounted Police

The Royal North-West Mounted Police has ceased to exist and merged into the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Headquarters move to Ottawa with Regina retaining old barracks status. The piece recalls the force’s storied fame and notes a historic 1910 Dawson to Fort McPherson expedition tragedy recorded by Inspector Fitzgerald.

Royal North-West Mounted Police Canada Lzst Royal Canadian Mounted Police Ottawa Regina R.N.W.M.P Mounted Police Inspector Fitzgerald Fort McPherson Dawson Fort. McPherson Fitzgerald Niles

Alphabet Size and Cold Adaptation in Rats

The text discusses rats in cold temperatures developing an overcoat-like cover quickly. It notes world alphabets range from 12 to 202 letters, Hawaiian being smallest and Tartarian largest. It suggests nazol as a preventive measure with sugary or natural intervals, claiming effects.

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Gevelo Noske Times Fhert New Government General Cable News Daily Mail Copenhagen Second Schleswig Flensborg Ifrom Constantinople Suva Lantohe House of Commons Wiji Amary British Navy Boracic N.Z Federal Shire Jina Shropshire Panama Northumberland China A. & P. Show C.I.M. Com Canterbry'y Diet Indian Motor Cycles Prime Canterbury Wright, A Ae and Gay Australia Alderman W.pitzgerald Labour Carpenters and Joiners’ Society The Millions Club Melbourne Griffiths Pacific Jithgow Mgr Watt Hemisphere Pacific Islands Amerigan South Africa Police
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