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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1919
Page
11
Republican Senator Fall of New Mexico introduces a resolution to declare a state of peace and authorize the return of all military and naval forces currently on foreign soil. The notice signals a formal legislative move toward ending overseas assignments and restoring U.S. armed forces to domestic bases.
In Washington June 28 opponents of the league of nations urge a peace declaration with Germany and Austria Hungary should ratification be delayed or fail. Senator Fall of New Mexico introduces amendments and a joint resolution urging the president to immediately recall military and naval forces and allow army funds for foreign war maintenance under certain conditions. Republican Senator Edge of New Jersey joins as a similar measure. Knox plans to press for action, signaling renewed strain in the treaty debate.
Communication with the stricken area was restored as Adjutant W. Rhinow gave an estimate of sixty dead from Sundays tornado. Nearly 400 homes and stores are searched with debris removal to finish by midday. Lake Alice lifeguards plan to drag the lake as many cottages were blown into the water. Over 100 seriously injured are under care at local hospitals. Soldiers and civilian relief workers assist in the ongoing search of ruins. Seven bodies were recovered and placed in temporary morgues. Authorities discuss relief measures and mobilize civic plans for aid.
Bulletin from Paris reports that Germany agreed to sign the peace treaty unconditionally. As the news arrived in the afternoon, gunfire erupted from forts around Paris and at six the Hotel Astoria siren, Britain's HQ, cried for half an hour signaling the moment.
Indianapolis June 21 The state board of pardons considered the life sentence of John Fleming from Howard county for murder. Letters from prominent citizens including former Governor Winfield T. Durbin urged clemency. Fleming had been convicted of horse stealing and escaped from Grant county jail, prompting a fatal confrontation with the pursuing sheriff. Additional cases discussed included Tilia Fuller for truancy and Jesse W. Gishorne for murder from Howard county.
The German republic informs M. Clemenceau it accepts the Allied peace terms under protest. The note, sent through Pr. Haniel von Lalmhausen, pleads for honor and warns against imposing conditions by force. It states Germany will yield to the terms while maintaining its view of the initiative's fairness.
Correxpondent who gave the alleged libelous news testifies on the witness stand during the seventh week of the trial. The proceedings focus on the journalist’s role and the integrity of the reporting claimed in the libel case.
Testimony in a Chicago Tribune suit claims Ford Motor Co. editors press an anarchist editorial while witnesses from Detroit papers challenge the origin of the Uberons piece. Ford executives deny salary cuts, confirm doors stay open for workers. Seven weeks into hearings, the cross examination touches labor costs and hat fashion conventions.
Senate moving through the 833 million annual army appropriation bill tentatively approving a 55 million increase for the army air service. Debate stretched nearly ten hours as amendments were debated and others were deferred. Plans for rapid demobilization were outlined by War Department officials, with projections of personnel strength before and after July 1.
Van Wert Ohio June 23 Roasa Sionnar aged 33 farmer of Harrison township died at Van Wert county hospital June 13 after a beating alleged to have been given by Orville M Stewart 31 Tanner and a neighbor. Stewart bound over to grand jury on assault with intent to kill. His bondsmen include his father and mother $5 000. Witnesses testified of a long dispute over pasture near Connor residence with threats and an attack that left S Connor dead days later.
American chemistry expert Edward C. Worden reports from Cologne and Ludwigshaven that Germany is restructuring major chemical plants in the Thine provinces for a postwar revival. He notes extensive overhauls since the armistice and anticipates resumed production once raw materials are secured, signaling a determined effort to regain economic status.
The American Federation of Labor closed its annual convention pledging a general 44 hour workweek for all crafts and government workers to curb unemployment and counter reduced purchasing power. Samuel Gompers announced railroad brotherhoods had joined the bid, with firemen considering, signaling a potential rise in federation members and possible push for government ownership of rails.
Forecast calls for thundery showers tonight and possible Wednesday showers. Lower Michigan: Tuesday remains partly sunny and warm, with potential showers by afternoon. Wednesday outlook shows more showers, with warmer readings and a risk of isolated thundershowers into the upper Midwest.
New York June 24 Edward Eamon de Valera president of the Irish republic emerged from seclusion and told reporters at the Waldorf Astoria he came to America to speak for the Irish nation. He toured Boston Philadelphia Baltimore and Washington meeting clergy and officials, drawing enthusiastic crowds outside the hotel.
Premier Clemenceau and Secretary Dutasta announce that Germany has accepted the terms unconditionally. Observers expect a final decision by Thursday or Friday as the Allies press for closure.
Thrift week starts in Indiana with Fort Wayne taking an active role in the drive to save and spend wisely. Citizens aim to foster a thrift habit while raising funds for stamps and War Savings bonds. Port Wayne ranked third in the state as children and teachers pledged funds. the effort inspires future savings and reports on purchases made during the school year.
June 23 Associated Press reports that a final peace treaty signing likely won’t occur before Thursday or Friday. German negotiators held firm on reservations, while Allied terms remained. Paris sources indicate readiness of German plenipotentiaries to sign once accepted.
Witness Lieutenant Nuttal aboard steamer Mouetta describes German sailors being shot by their officers as they tried to return to their ships near Scapa Flow where German vessels were sunk. He recalls seeing a destroyer and orders to retreat met with deadly force, four or five sailors killed. (Continued on page 12, Column 4.)
Senator and House members recess as Dr Espiteria Pessoa de president elect of Brazil is honored at a Washington dinner hosted by Secretary Glass. He urges United States Brazil cooperation to build world peace and unity, noting moral affinities and close bonds between the two nations. The dinner caps a busy day since his arrival from France where he represented Brazil at peace talks.
A bombing airplane piloted by Lieutenant Colonel H. B. Claggett struck and killed two children and injured another in landing at Franklin field. Captain Willian H. Chandler was slightly hurt. The plane, one of seven from Albany on the final leg from Dallas, Texas, was wrecked.
Indiana officials propose a three thousand mile statewide system divided into northern central and southern bands. Key routes would connect Fort Wayne with Logansport Muncie and Anderson while tracing the Ohio River wind belt and extending toward Peru Huntington and Evansville within the new grid.
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