26 Jun 1919
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Newspaper
Monroe News Star
Location
Monroe, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1919
Page
1
Paris reports a Allied note declaring Germany must repay for destruction of German ships and burning French battle flags. The note calls the sinking a breach of armistice terms and warns the acts will affect future treaty operations and the pace of Germany’s admission to the League.
Local fans urge forming two Monroe baseball teams for a Sunday league. Louis Petagna calls for a meeting to organize teams to provide exhibition games at Pease Hall during summer, aiming to boost Fourth of July events and relieve fans from AP reports.
Advices from Berlin quote newspapers indicating the Industrial Council has assumed full political and military authority in Hamburg and sits in the town hall. General Vorbeck has been ordered to Hamburg with strong forces to restore order.
Exchange Telegraph reports rising disorder in Berlin with many streets barricaded and serious engagements between government troops and mobs in Amsterdam dispatched coverage.
German Foreign Minister Glerman Muel ler and Colonial Minister Dr Bell have been chosen as the German envoys to sign the peace terms. They will depart Berlin on Friday for the signing.
Paris, June 26. Premier Clemenceau informed the German peace delegation that the German government will be held strictly responsible for any unofficial support of movements against Polish authority in territory granted to Poland in Posen and east and west Prussia.
Paris reports that if Berlin does not issue official communication by the date, the Peace Conference will dispatch an ultimatum regarding the German government's treaty signing plans.
New York reports FroIrish president De Valera warns the peace conference that Ireland will not be bound by a treaty drafted by British commissioners. He reiterates Ireland will accept only its own legitimately chosen signatures and obligations.
Laurel Mississippi June 26 Hartfield the negro assailant of an Ellisville white woman was captured at Gaybreak near Collins and is being brought to Laurel in an automobile after a gun battle with a posse Hartfield was wounded and guarded by officers It is believed now he is being taken to Ellisville for further action by authorities.
Washington reports Confidential notices suggest the former German crown prince and possibly the ex-emperor may attempt to re enter Germany after the peace treaty. Paris dispatches state efforts are underway to sign the peace treaty on Saturday with the Council of Three expressing expectation that German representatives will attend.
German leaders including President Ebert and Premier Bauer publish a proclamation via wireless message urging full implementation of the peace treaty. The document calls for unity with those at risk of separation from the empire and pledges intercession, while stressing work and fidelity for Germany’s redemption.
The revival at the First Baptist Church continues with strong attendance despite rain and showers. A men’s special meeting is planned Friday at 10 o’clock to support a $75 000 000 drive, with Dr Crutcher and John Imrie features. Dr Pickey preaches nightly urging souls to surrender to Christ.
Attention Moose club hosts a special dance tonight from 8 30 to 12. Refreshments and other features promised for attendees.
Advertisement requests hemstitching and precise needlework services by Mrs Grace E K Allen at Magnolia Inn, phone number 478, contact location given as 25 with notices dated four times.
Shreveport Times editor Albert R. Israel addressed Monroe Rotary Club guests praising Monroe as the Oasis of North Louisiana. He urged city planning and civic unity, urging members to unite beyond personal interests to drive progress and development for Monroe.
New York dispatch reports Alfred Cocchi on trial in Bologna for the Ruth Cruger murder. Prosecutor Alfred J. Tally calls Cocchi’s tale absolutely ridiculous and says he will aid Italian authorities if needed. Cocchi claims he saved the body and cut it in two to conceal it after the victim’s death.
Paris reports Frederick William Hohenzollern, former German crown prince, fled from Lolland into Germany. The escape unsettles Peace Conference circles and may signal military pressure on Allies to influence the postwar treaty. He had previously been interned by the Dutch government after crossing from Holland.
Jackson Mississippi June 26 4 charged with violating state anti trust laws through combination and conspiracy to raise drug prices especially physicians prescriptions nearly all Jackson retail druggists indicted by Hinds county grand jury also three Jackson ice plant proprietors and managers indicted on same charges
Postmaster General Burleson told a Washington committee of the American Federation of Labor he would not direct telegraph companies to re hire workers who went on strike. He said they violated rules set by the government wire control board and the war labor board.
The former crown prince is interned on the island Wieringes. If he keeps his soldier status, international law authorities say the Netherlands could be held accountable by the Allies for his escape, amid socialist opposition to the former royal family puzzling officials.
Richmond June 26 The Virginia state board of education votes to continue the study of German in state high schools for a four year course duration.
Washington June 26. The organization of fourteen medical districts where discharged soldiers sailors and marines benefitting the war insurance act may obtain treatment was announced. Alabama Louisiana and Mississippi district headquarters will be in New Orleans.
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