08 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
New York Tribune
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1919
Page
1
Loud celebrations greet Admiral William D. Sims as victory reports echo across American lines in Europe. News notes strong public support for his leadership and war aims as troops advance and Allied forces coordinate efforts along the continent.
The homecoming of Admiral Sie, after a victory, sparks a massive bay parade. Admirals, captains, and a full naval contingent honor the returning officer as crowds cheer from Fort Hamilton to Pier A and the Biltmore Hotel.
Albany April 27. A joint resolution adopted by both houses asks Secretary of State to forward instructions to Secretary Baker. It calls for a parade to honor the 77th Division upon its overseas return, mirroring the earlier welcome given to the 27th Division famed for wartime exploits.
Albany April 7 Senator George Thompson testified that he was offered up to five hundred thousand dollars to vote for the Martin streetcar rate bill and press its passage as chair of the Senate Public Services committee. The floor fight followed as allies pressed to name the briber, while Thompson insisted on a proper investigation and demanded a public hearing to reveal all facts and names.
New York City Board of Education unanimously forbade meetings of the Teachers Union in school buildings and ordered a sweeping investigation into every member's loyalty. Superintendent Ettinger was empowered to run the inquiry, with Vice-President Wilson saying the move aimed to deter Union activity amid claims of a veiled attack on government.
LBANY April 7 The Walker Malone Sunday baseball bill passed the Assembly tonight by 82 to 60. It goes to Governor Smith for signature. The measure allows local authorities to decide whether professional baseball games may be played on Sunday afternoons after 2 o clock.
Governor Smith's reconstruction commission urges abolishing military training for boys aged sixteen to eighteen. It would shift duties to the State Department of Education and create state summer camps and stronger physical training. The commission seeks $140,000 for the plan and notes the current law fails to reach most eligible youths.
Lieutenant Colonel S. T. Ansell, a leading critic of military justice, is invited to draft a bill reflecting his proposed changes. Secretary Baker notes many suggestions are appropriate and will receive earnest consideration, with draft timing to be set.
Lloyd George’s planned address on the peace conference work was postponed to Tuesday as he remains confined to his Paris home with a severe chill. In Paris Wilson’s condition improved but he stayed in his room per Dr. Grayson’s orders, with plans to resume work soon as the cold nears its end.
Ocean flight news from Ireland to Newfoundland outlines the Sopwith and Shortt Brother efforts to cross the Atlantic by mid April with unfavorable weather and technical prep delays. In Washington and Paris reports, Senator Lodge gears up for early treaty review and President Wilson faces pressure over Germany peace terms and possible deadlines.
Extreme tension marked today's discussions as officials warned that further delays on frontiers and reparations could cut American participation. The President stands firm on armistice principles, with Colonel House the only direct contact, as reports of imminent decisive action circulate amid a wary council.
Army experts describe flame and smoke flares that help aviators gauge drift and correct courses for next month’s naval air service transatlantic flight. Commander Towers says flares will render planes nearly stationary on water to indicate steering angle. Preparations target Newfoundland to Rockaway Beach routes with stow and destroyer support along the North Atlantic coast.
The former Crown Prince of Germany, Frederick William, is said to have broken his wrist and wrist after a motorcycle accident in Amsterdam. He rode with a group from the Dutch Ministry of Communications when the cycle toppled, the machine colliding with a gate. The Handelijksblad dispatch reports the injury.
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