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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1919
Page
9
At the Palace of Versailles Germany prepares to sign a peace treaty Friday with delegates led by Foreign Minister Mueller. The new German premier will also sign but discussions of revenge cloud the proceedings as Allied delegates ready to receive them.
An Associated Press dispatch notes at Versailles the pending signing of the peace treaty by German plenipotentiaries led by Herr Mueller and Dr Haniel von Haimhausen, amid German opposition to terms. The article covers expected German, Italian, Turkish delegations, investigations into the Scapa Flow sinking, and the Austrian treaty provisions, with Belgium listed as prioritizing reparations of 60,000,100 francs.
Mayor Charles W Jewett of Indianapolis and L F P Wright address the opening of the twenty ninth annual Municipal League of Indiana conference in this city. Delegates register while arrivals from Gary Richmond Lafayette and Muncie come in. Badges feature a bronze Anthony Wayne replica from Hayden Park.
Washington June 24 There was a pause in the League of Nations debate as the Senate did not take up the peace treaty amid Army appropriation considerations. Senator Fall's amendment to declare the war at an end was blocked on a point of order, delaying any immediate action. If rejected, Fall may push for action on his joint resolution or a similar peace declaration later. Uncertainty persisted as opponents debated the wisdom of the measure and lawmakers anticipated possible delays in committee schedules.
Washington reports the House Judiciary Committee pressed through a session on prohibition enforcement, voting down an amendment to ban private possession of liquor and striking a section limiting use. In New York, President Wilson signed a wheat regulation proclamation effective July 13, exempting farmers and small bakers, with licenses required by July 1 for storage and distribution of wheat and flour products.
Witnesses for the Chicago Tribune testified about the Ford company paying workers who fought in Texas. Detroit Journal and Detroit Free Press reporters recalled 1916 coverage headlined Ford is... and questioned the company’s stance on supporting employees sent to duty. University of Michigan political science chair Prof Reeves and Mrs Mannie Bartwell testified regarding personal connections to involved families. The trial continued with further questioning on June 18 1918 discussions between Dunnewind and J Klingensmith.
Bulletin from Winnipeg reports the general sympathetic strike that began May 15 was called off tonight, ending a period of labor disruption across the city. The move concludes a lengthy labor action affecting multiple sectors and signaling a return to normal operations.
Gordon Fawcet Hamby alias Jay B Allen convicted of first degree murder for killing two employes of East Brooklyn Savings last December. Jury verdict delivered in Brooklyn Supreme Court after brief deliberation. Death by electric chair stated as penalty. sentencing set for next Thursday amid heavy jail precautions and legal wrangling with witnesses and defense counsel.
Disney speeches and dance feature the Indiana Dein Association midsummer gathering at the Country Club. Secretary of the ay will preside as toastmaster George J. Saunders of the Evening Banner at Clufftem is president and chairs. Attendance is expected to be the largest in the organization's history with editors and wives invited.
The University Club hosts a wartime welcome event for returning soldiers with a catty dinner, dance, and readings. President Beall and Master of Ceremonies Worden lead the evening, praising national unity and the soldiers' service as Major Charlies Be iL Ewing Bang and others attend.
President-elect Pessoa urged closer Brazilian ties with the United States to expand commerce and deepen mutual interests. He noted long friendship and trade links, and his tour will include New York Ottawa Boston and Brazil sailing on the Idaho.
June 14 agreement reached by senate and house conferees on legislation to repeal government control of telegraph telephone and other wire systems. Wires to return to private central operation at midnight July 21 with four month rate extensions. Expect signed by the president early in July. The conference plan aims for immediate return of wire fines forthwith to private owners and cautions against accounting confusion if returned mid month.
Fragmented forecast text notes unsettled outlook across Michigan and Minnesota with variable temperatures. Mentions Thursday and Wednesday conditions, possible rain and warmth, but details are garbled and unclear.
Copenhagen erupts in spontaneous celebration when Germany agrees to sign the peace treaty. British and French warships in the roadstead fire guns and horns blare as crews cheer from harbor to streets. Sailors join crowds, singing, amid illuminated ships and searchlights.
Senate approves committee amendments to fund an average army of 400000 for the year starting July 1. Debate focuses on meat disposal and alleged packer favoritism in War Department sales. Senator McKellar criticizes the handling of meats valued at about 65000000 and questions government stores and price controls.
Governor Goodrich announced a special session in late summer to ratify the equal suffrage amendment. He noted 25 of 35 governors contacted support extra sessions. a poll suggests ratification before the next presidential election, per Carrie Chapman Catt.
An Irish Republic bond issue is announced with denominations likely in pounds abroad. The government says proceeds will fund an international mission to gain recognition at the peace conference and establish Ireland as a separate nation. An official notes efforts to present Ireland’s case through diverse representatives.
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