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Newspaper
The Kemmerer Camera
Location
Kemmerer, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1919
Page
7
The article discusses Article VII on admission to the League of Nations, requiring two thirds of represented states for entry by non signatories, and emphasizes self governing nations and colonial dependencies. It notes guarantees of internal governance and the handling of military forces for new members and their external commitments.
Fragmentary OCR shows Article 11 outlining an executive council with state representatives. It mentions meetings at varying times and places and notes decisions may be made by the council on matters the league may deem appropriate. Names of representatives are left blank.
The body of delegates and the executive council will decide by a majority of the states at the meeting. The first gathering of both bodies shall be led by the President of the United States.
The article outlines a new framework for the secretariat of the international body. It details the appointment of secretaries and staff through a centralized process and sets the governance standards for their duties, responsibilities, and reporting lines.
The article outlines provisions for reducing national armaments and enforcing peace through an international council. It details duties to avoid concealment of armament conditions, formulating plans for reductions, and advising on military and naval matters. It also states actions in case of aggression and declares war or threats a concern of all high contracting parties.
The text discusses the process for awards by arbitrators and recommendations by the executive council. It states that disputes should be settled within a reasonable time, with arbitrators’ awards to be made promptly and council recommendations within six months after submission.
The parties agree disputes suitable for arbitration will be submitted to arbitration. A court of arbitration named in conventions will conduct proceedings and carry out any award in good faith. If an award is not complied with, the executive council will propose steps to enforce it.
Article XIV outlines the executive council formulating plans to establish a new court of international arbitration. Once set up the court would hear and decide matters deemed suitable for arbitration under the prior article.
The text outlines that state league members resolving disputes may refer matters to the executive council. Either party may notify existence of the dispute with papers, and the council will propose measures to implement recommendations. If no unanimous report is possible, the majority and minority may issue independent statements. The executive council may refer the dispute to the body of delegates upon request within fourteen days.
The text outlines that a covenant-breaking state shall be deemed at war with all league members and face full trade and intercourse bans. The executive council is to propose military or naval forces, ensure mutual support for financial and economic measures, and grant transit rights for allied forces. It also covers inviting nonmembers to join and applying modified provisions.
The text discusses executive action to prevent hostilities and settle disputes, with a general trade provision on arms in mutual interest. Article XIX asserts that peoples in former colonies deserve a sacred trust, deserving development and securities as civilization advances, continued on page seven.
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