German Delegates Split Over Peace Pact Terms At Versailles
Paris dispatch reports German delegates divided on Polish frontier terms and reparations. Berlin sources say Ebert Scheidemann government may refuse to sign if demands are too harsh, while some expect a new government to take over and sign. New German plenipotentiaries arrived as talks continue at Versailles.
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England
Frazier Faces Opposition Over Referendum Ballot
Rep. O. B. Burtness accuses Governor Frasier of stacking the cards against the will of the people by delaying a referendum election. He claims the proposed measures would limit citizens fair chance to express views on the legislative program. The dispute centers on the timing of the vote and the governor's announced referendum date.
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Referendum Referendum Voting Confuses Initiatives Petition
In Bismarck North Carolina on May 9 observers discuss a proposed special election on laws passed by the last legislature. They argue that voting on initiative petitions filed with the secretary of state at the same time would confuse referendum issues. The governor plans to call the election for June 7 but petitions may not be decided that day and the Independent measures aim to delay or block action until June.
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Bismarck
N. C
Preached Bolshevism but avoids Russia exile case
Mixed news items report a man in Shelbyville locked in a refrigerator car as a tramp escapes after two hours. Other dispatches note Red Cross relief reaching Romania via Galatz and a French finance ministers' intervention to end a bank strike.
Lost Seaplane in Progress of Trans Atlantic Flight
Washington May 9 The navy reported plans to resume the NC 4 trans Atlantic flight after engine trouble near Cape Cod. Seaplane NC 4 was towed into Chatham harbor for repairs, two engines out of service, radio also down, but crew remained hopeful for a morning restart.
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Geaplane
Vicar General for New York Named
Archbishop Hayes appoints Msgr. Joseph F. Mooney as vicar general of New York. Mooney previously served as pastor of Sacred Heart Church in New Geeks. this marks his first major administrative act in the archdiocese.
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Hayes
New York
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Trade Fleet Would Be Operated Privately Under Bill
A bill by Senator Jones proposes placing the wartime trade fleet under private operation. It allows sale or charter to American citizens and corporations and aims to use profits for government needs while preserving national interests. The proposal, presented in Washington on May 9, targets ships built for the army and Navy during the war.
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Washington
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Thomas Nelson Page to resign as ambassador to Italy
Paris reports that Thomas Nelson Page, United States ambassador to Italy, plans to resign after peace. Page arrived in Paris with Camille Barrere, the French ambassador to the United States, and will step down at the conclusion of the current peace process.
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Resignation Rumors Air Over Industrial Board
Washington May 3 Official circles expect the Department of Commerce industrial board to resign after the Railroad Administration rejects the board’s steel price schedule. The board loses influence to probe prices for public use as the nation’s largest purchasing agency buys on a competitive basis. North Dakota forecast warmer tonight with general showers in eastern areas Saturday.
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North Dakota
Victory Liberty Loan totals rise across districts
Reports from Washington and major cities recount the Victory Liberty Loan progress. St Louis first to exceed its era, New York and Minneapolis close in on top, Chicago on track to pass 100 percent, with ongoing national appeals by President Wilson to urge broad public support and record subscriptions across Ninth District and Wisconsin.
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Mixed World War II Briefs From Telegraph News
Paris Senator Humbert was acquitted after trials over enemy dealings. Pierre Le Noire was sentenced to death. New York wheat director Barnes announced 4,000,000 bushels of Canadian wheat headed for U.S. mills. Colonel Henry D Lindsey of Dallas elected American Legion chairman. Fifteen killed in a tornado in Coroua Christi Texas. Senator Poin tdexter accused a dual attack on U.S. independence and charged the president with aiding the movement. Railroads director Hines said the railroad administration will seek competitive bids for 260000 tons of minerals. Willie Meehan outpointed by Harry Greb in ten rounds in Pittsburgh. Baseball autographs sold for 1 6,000 on Wall Street in the Victory London stock market. Walter Miller defeated Ben Kedben two falls at Angel et.
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Austrian navy to be wiped out by peace treaty
Delegates from Belgium Poland and Denmark report satisfaction with settlements as discussions in Paris and Shanghai focus on Austrian terms. The treaty calls for surrender of all Austrian naval ships with disposition to be decided later.
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Crown Prince Enters Pottery Business in Europe
Washington reports the former German crown prince has entered pottery through a new company using Calerebup sands on Wieringen Island in the North Sea. Frederick William Hohenzollern is named director with large investor backing. A notable piece features the director in a costume against church and cottage backdrop. A tile with the portrait cost $40,000 for a presentation to France's Premier Clemenceau.
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Great Northern brings 126th infantry and others to New York port
The Great Northern arrived from Brest with the 126th infantry including 75 officers and 3,062 men, plus 63rd infantry brigade troops and two officers with 23 men of the 32nd division. The report notes 4,100 former guardsmen and officers, along with 760 sick and wounded, and mentions General William R. Smedberg. Additional details reference the Army of occupation and accompanying units from Georgia Alabama and other states.
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Kolchak Government Gains Power and Recognition Expected
Fragmentary report suggests Kolchak administration consolidating power in early May with anticipation of broader recognition. Military leadership under Admiral Kotemek alleged to push plans for a formal government in an unspecified front.
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