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Newspaper
New York Times
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1919
Page
2
Finance Minister Speck warned Bamberg that Bavaria faces a growing deficit with floating debt of 800 million marks and school costs of 27 million while current taxes add only 115 million. He outlined proposed increases in tobacco, sugar, recreations, matches, real estate, and playing cards, plus a 1.2 billion mark income tax for 1919 and 10 billion from confiscations.
Shots fired at Mathias Erzberger’s Berlin residence threaten the former finance minister who backed the Versailles terms. Erzberger fled Weimar after the attack and says he will holiday in Switzerland to escape the hostility. Berlin reports note his fragile security and ongoing political pressure from Centrists despite cabinet support.
The text argues that World War I era Berlin papers mourn the loss of political duty and urge restraint. It urges moral preparation for future deeds and to watch the Versailles proceedings with resolve, warning of future consequences and the need to fulfill growing duties.
Delegates worn out from protracted talks as President Wilson’s departure shifts headship to Secretary Lansing in Paris. Lansing to return mid July with Frank Polk stepping in. Henry White vacationing. Colonel House bound for London. Supreme Council may reform with two delegates per power.
The piece recounts Bethmann Hollweg's postwar memoirs and public statements. It covers his blame for the war, alleged French and British plans to encircle Germany, his call for neutral tribunals, and his defense against Kaiser Wilhelm II’s claims. It notes his political shift toward autocracy, aristocratic origins, and lifelong service in German government.
Amsterdam June 29 The allied powers will not seek extradition of the former Kaiser but will ask the Dutch government to ensure he faces an international court or leaves the country. A Paris Telegraaf correspondent cites a moral rather than criminal proceeding, likely declaring him deposed and confined to a fixed residence.
The minister avoided speaking to a Tageblatt correspondent arriving at Versailles to preserve the mission's seriousness. He said he fulfilled his task with a heavy heart. German press correspondents admitted to the Hall of Mirrors opted for a uniform, plain report due to Germany's day of mourning. A three member committee was chosen to edit it.
King George sends a 300 word telegram to President Poincaré praising the sign ing of the Peace Treaty. He notes joint struggles of French and British soldiers and promises continued cooperation in reconstruction. The message ends with sincere thanks and best wishes.
German Armistice Commission warns General Duport that Poles are interning Germans over 17 at camps in Brest Litovsk Kovel and Novogeorgievsk. Prussian government fires a warning to Polish authorities demanding a three day reply or face measures hitting Polish residents in Prussian territory.
Rio de Janeiro residents celebrated the peace treaty signing with flags displayed citywide, naval salutes, and parades. The event sparked widespread rejoicing as the news spread through the streets.
A vivid report from Paris recounts the Versailles peace ceremony crowds, ticket chaos, and photographers among shopgirls and grande dames. It notes Captain Macdonald’s credential overload, the near misses with security, and the arrival of Wilson George Clemenceau amid throngs at the Hall of Mirrors.
President Wilson travels aboard the U S S George Washington returning to the United States from Brest following the signing of the German peace treaty. A ceremonial sendoff includes French and American officials, naval officers, and crowds along the harbor.
Members of President Wilsons party left the Invalides Station tonight bound for Brest. The group includes Mrs Wilson Miss Margaret Wilson Rear Admiral Cary T Grayson the President’s physician Jules J Jusserand French Ambassador to the United States and Vance McCormick American envoy.
President Wilson sends a peace message printed in The Daily Mail and The Weekly Dispatch. He notes the treaty provides compensation and security for homes and lives wrecked by war and says the League of Nations covenant points toward international peace, but the way forward remains onward.
King George and crowds greet Lloyd George on his return from Paris as Britain celebrates signing of a peace treaty. The premier thanks supporters, kisses the King’s hand, accepts a bouquet, and vows to build a united postwar world amid prayers and public tributes across London.
In Dublin on a Saturday night the British flag was burned outside Trinity College. Union Jacks were seized and torches applied amid cheers for De Valera. Sinn Fein demonstrations occurred in other parts of the city.
A dusty crowd cheered as photographers and President's companions returned through the archives. General Pershing appeared praised by doughboys and locals, with a greeting from nearby onlookers as relief and celebration spread along the road back to Paris.
Berliner Neue Nachrichten and other papers critique the Versailles settlement as a flawed unjust and exploitative outcome. They warn against revenge while urging a future triumph of justice by workers across frontiers and note Germany’s political divisions. The government promises to reveal true public opinion in the next general election.
In Berlin a meeting of railway officials and workers resulted in an overwhelming decision to resume work quickly on lines affected by the strike. A complete agreement was reported as reached.
Paris reports that the Franco American convention was signed for both governments outlining articles and the right to seek Allied aid if Germany violates the peace. Le Journal notes the coincidence with the peace treaty as a sign of unity among the allied states. France seeks immediate economic reconstruction as Poland’s minority rights treaty also looms.
Paris crowds celebrate the peace with parades and flowers for French troops. American soldiers and Wilson supporters receive cheers on the streets near Hotel de Crillon, while Bonapartists and radicals react with guarded optimism about the treaty's future.
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