Allies to Slice Up Rhineland Frontiers and Sterilize West Bank
Paris reports a forthcoming peace treaty map that would redraw western frontiers. Alsace Lorraine likely to France, Briey and Saar coal regions to be curtailed, with Saar region and Rhine bank sterilized to prevent military use. Final decisions rest with the council of great powers.
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Ulster Irish society reads cipher letter on Wilson stance
In London a meeting of the Ultra National Irish society heard a ciphered letter from Edward de Valera, Sinn Fein leader recently escaped from Lincoln prison. The letter advised avoiding any stance on President Wilson, noting it is premature while he and his allies will consider Ireland at a crucial hour.
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Disarmament Talks and Ports Regime Outlined
Paris reports the supreme war council discussed German disarmament from military naval and air expert views. A subcommittee agreed on conditions for applying an international regime of ports and waterways and continued examination of draft terms. Roumanian and Serbian claims were reviewed by the peace conference commission.
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Senators Fight the League Against Ratification
Thirty seven senators destined for the next senate sign a resolution to vote against the league of nations. It demands immediate peace with Germany and sets as a second provision that over one third will not support the league plan, signaling strong opposition to ratification.
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House Members Get Wooly on Last Day of Session
Washington reports the Sixty-fifth congress ended amid wild confusion and partisan wrangling in the house. Speaker Clark urged order as desks were pounded and roll calls on points of no quorum dominated proceedings.
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Peace Conference weighs reparations and Turkish fate
Paris reports the reparations committee estimates enemy nations owe 120 billion dollars to the allied powers. France seeks immediate 5 billion with balance over 25 to 35 years. The plan calls for dissolution of the Ottoman Empire, control of Constantinople and straits, and a Turkish state in Asia Minor with other nationalities freed. Greece could gain the coast from Avali to Smyrna and Ephesus as international mandate or full ownership. In Washington, the House backs Ireland’s self determination, approving a Paris conference consideration. 216 to 41 vote.
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Madrid suspends parliament amid Catalan crisis
Count Romanones suspends the sitting of the Spanish parliament indefinitely due to the grave situation in Barcelona where syndicalists have seized city machinery. Newspapers largely back the move and praise the premier. Madrid bakers strike and bread output falls about a quarter while Valencia printers also strike.
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Seventeen Held in Budapest Counter-Revolution Probe
Seventeen people including Maj. Gen Alexander von Szurmay former minister of national defense and Joseph Szverenyi former minister of commerce are under arrest in Budapest for counter-revolutionary propaganda. Dr Alexander Wekerle former premier and minister of finance is freed due to age.
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Minnesota Senate bans red flags in Nimocks bill
The Minnesota senate passed by unanimous vote the Nimocks bill prohibiting red flags or banners typifying anarchy. The measure had already cleared the house.
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President Wilson Rules Out Immediate Extra Session
Washington March 4 The President refuses to call an immediate extra session of Congress amid Senate discord. He accuses a group of senators led by Martin of seeking to embarrass his administration in support of imperial financial interests tied to the country’s railway systems.
Congress adjourns amid filibuster. many bills die
Washington March 4 Congress adjourned sine die at noon after a tumultuous Republican filibuster. A number of important measures failed to come up for consideration as the session ended.
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New York Boatmen Strike Resumes With Few Ferries Operating
New York March 4. The strike of 16,000 boatmen was resumed today and only one ferry remained in operation.
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Bolsheviks push in Archangel region drive Americans back
March 4 dispatch reports Bolsheviks advancing against Allied lines 160 miles south of Archangel. American forces evacuate the village of Vevsievsk after their blockhouses are burned.
Foch Demands Surrender of German Mercantile Fleet
Copenhagen dispatch reports General Foch demanding the immediate surrender of the entire German mercantile fleet. The plea comes amid postwar tensions and is conveyed by a Wiesn dispatch.
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Senator McCumber Pushes League as US Joins for Peace
Senator McCumber urged the United States to become a party to a league for preserving world peace and to amend the league charter to protect sovereignty and the Monroe doctrine. He criticized GOP critics as far fetched and warned against abandoning efforts to maintain peace. Senator Sherman called for open debate on the league’s constitution and threatened to seek support outside his party if needed.
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Knox
Europe
7288 Yanks Return Home From French Ports
Five ships of the American expeditionary forces arrived in New York bringing 7,288 troops and large cargoes of equipment. Among the returning soldiers 3,253 were wounded. The group sailed aboard the cruiser Frederick, transports Great Northern and Siboney, and freighters Yosemite and Polar Bear. The Polar Bear was delayed by storms a broken steering gear and deck fires requiring repairs in Bermuda with aid from the President Grant.
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Bolshivik Official Strijevsky Dismissed Over Forgery
Washington reports Strijevsky the Bolshevik food dictator at Petrograd has been dismissed for a forgery involving 60 million rubles. Accomplices were stopped but escaped. Advices from Helsingfors to the state department confirm the action and capture attempts.
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Taft Reaffirms No Fear Over Japanese Immigration Under League Covenant
Former President Taft tells Cincinnati Chamber that United States need not fear Japanese immigration under the League of Nations covenant. He argues veto thresholds require broad signer agreement, stresses purpose to prevent war, preserve territorial integrity, and preserve peace. Taft praises Wilson and urges continued effort to organize world peace, warns against militarism and slacker nation tendencies.
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Hun Troops Violate Truce in Polish Frontline
Posen reports say German forces resumed attacks after three days of quiet along the line. Berlin says the German government partly recognizes the Soviets and announces measures to curb a general strike with control of industries by workers councils and strict penalties for further disorders.
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