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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1919
Page
2
The former crown prince stays on the island for now, stating he will only return if the German people want him and peace is signed. Diplomats note possible behind the scenes support and talk of a potential coup, with officers and soldiers viewed as capable of rallying to his lead, though immediate aims against the Allies remain unclear.
Paris dispatches report Britain pressing Netherlands over the former Crown Prince's escape to Germany. Powers may call Holland to demand his return and seek surrender of the ex Kaiser for trial under the peace terms. Berlin rumors link Crown Prince and Prince Max to East Prussia amid postwar tensions.
Government officials in Washington received confidential reports that the former German Crown Prince and possibly the former Emperor intend to re enter Germany after the Peace Treaty. An Associated Press dispatch described the Prince's escape from internment on the Dutch island of Wieringen. International law authorities warned the Netherlands could be held responsible if the fugitive soldier is not properly interned, as war neutrality rules require.
Reports trace ex Crown Prince Frederick William’s whereabouts on Wieringen after his 1918 abdication drama. He publicly denied renouncing the throne while a Wolff Bureau release later quoted his formal renunciation done at Wieringen on December 1 1918.
The League of Nations plans a five member commission to trace the Sarre Valley frontier after the peace with Germany. Three members will be chosen by the League. the secretary says the secretariat should be truly international and free of national bias. The plan awaits approval of the organization committee with members from nine nations.
Berlin reports mounting tension as civilians fear a post Weimar crisis. Noske's defences and high officers' stance on the peace treaty dominate talk. Regiments debate loyalty, with officers signaling support while pledging duty to a government backed by the National Assembly.
In Berlin a strike by postal and telegraph workers disrupts business as demand for higher wages and longer holidays grows. The unrest includes clashes between strike pickets, plan-strikers, and soldiers, signaling rising strike fever and fear of military intervention.
Three eastern Prussian provincial presidents issue a proclamation expressing grief over the unconditional allied peace terms. They urge residents not to oppose the government and to refrain from fighting for self determination, arguing it is their duty to honor the decision and avoid harming compatriots.
The Danish government protests to the Peace Conference against German acts in Schleswig alleging state property sales. The June 26 Paris dispatch notes Denmark cites German moves as a breach of sovereignty and property rights.
President emphasizes a lasting partnership rather than mere victory as he bids farewell to France. He predicts widened cooperation, common duty, and universal rights, arguing that enduring friendship and mutual security will grow from this moment.
Special Cable reports President Wilson described the seal ring prepared for certifying his signature to the German treaty. A California gold nugget given with a wedding proposition yielded a seal ring made from ingots including a nugget core. The seal f uses shorthand to spell Woodrow Wilson, creating an Arabic like inscription, unique among signatories.
Paris dispatch reports the signing order for the treaty with Premier Clemenceau Wilson and Lloyd George to sign first with others following. 119 Allies and three Germans expected to sign, ceremony could last six hours. Wilson may sail Sunday. Lansing, Bliss, and House assigned to support tasks.
Berlin reports Foreign Minister Hermann Miller and Colonial Minister Dr Bell chosen to sign the peace treaty. They will depart Berlin on Friday. The Tageblatt notes a proposed commission of nonpartisan officials or former members may oversee the process.
The Italian Senate endorsed the new government's foreign policy as outlined by Foreign Minister Tittoni. He pledged to bring the London compact before Parliament and urged full public understanding of Italy's position, while home policy remains to be judged.
The first cotton cargo arrived in Hamburg for the Czech Government. The Minister of Economics says German customers will not receive any cotton from arriving cargoes for the time being.
Military leaders recommend rapid action reducing forces to two divisions at the Cobi NZ bridgehead, aiming to consolidate control and speed up operations. The plan emphasizes mobility, surprise, and securing critical crossings to deter counterattacks.
Doctors Johannes Bell and Hermann Muller, tied to Majority Socialists, were seen as war critics with minority leanings. Bell urged return of colonies, basing it on Wilsonian principles, while Muller, foreign minister, advocated disarmament talks and admitted German guilt at Berne discussions. He also questioned Hoenstein’s suitability for a paper.
The piece discusses reactions to Root's League of Nations proposals within the Republican stance in Washington and among American peacemakers in Paris. It notes fear that changing the covenant could hinder U S participation, and remarks on Root's leadership role and sympathy for his views even as Democrats praise his counsel.
Paris dispatch notes Matin warning that Germany violated the treaty before signing by sinking ships at Scapa Flow and burning French flags in Berlin. It predicts denials on Poland's front and urges vigilance until enforcement and allied settlements. Clemenceau echoes need for ongoing military readiness along the Polish frontier.
Paris reports the French Government will hold the official victory celebration on Bastille Day July 14. The date marks France’s main national holiday and recalls the German 1918 drive toward Paris halted by Franco American resistance and counterattack.
In Coblenz on June 26, Allied authorities approved sentences for German offenders. Julius Mayer and Hugo Oehler, managers of a Prum area steel works, were jailed six months and fined 10 000 marks for failing to deliver 200 000 shells. Editor George Sauerborn was fined 1000 marks and jailed three months for false statements about American troops. Captain Bachhauser was fined 1990 marks for refusing to salute an American. The actions reflect postwar anti American propaganda suppression and efforts to curb civilian and military dissent in occupied zones.
Vienna dispatch says authoritative French circles expect improved financial terms for Austria in the treaty. The Allies seek equitable war debt adjustments among former Austrian states to prevent bankruptcy and reduce Bolshevist risk. France aims to aid reconstruction if Austria stays out of Germany.
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