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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1919
Page
7
May 12 report from Berlin says the assembly greeted Chancellor’s rejection with cheers as he denounced the peace terms under Versailles as crushing. He warned Germany would face wartime labor and strangled trade if accepted, while leaders in Paris and Berlin signaled withdrawal from government.
Clark conf e director of the council of National Detanra, which has been expart advisor to every government department during the war. Now the organization is likely to ba cantina prough the rnconstruction er lod.
The Associated Press reports Germany’s draft covenant for a League of Nations, submitted in Paris, outlining sixty six articles and a charter for an International Labor League. Provisions include arbitration disarmament minority protection and a proposed international workers charter with aims for colonial regulation and a future international parliament. The draft excludes some belligerents and requires a two thirds vote for admission.
Berlin readers scan posters urging sympathy for prisoners and Germany’s future under Allied control. The piece argues that the peace would strip Germany of sovereignty, cables, and wireless capacity, separating it from the world. It notes Scheidemann’s critique that peace terms violate Wilsonian equality and participation.
A May 13 report notes two British Vimy and three-seater planes preparing near Holton and Paul with pilots Man' ker Raynham and Captain A G Hennett inspecting alt devices. Weather problems hinder an Indy bound flight. Hawker Raynbow vacated ground for future use. C-5 dirgible arrival expected later in the week pending calmer conditions.
London April 18 By Mall British women have scored a new triumph by securing admission to the Institution of Naval Architects on equality terms with men. The vote was 491 to 220 and Sir William Smith urged equal membership. Sir Alfred Yarrow cited women joiners on a destroyer and a new record speed of 34.61 knots, attributed in part to a young lady named Keary, as supporting evidence. The motion was carried.
Washington May 13 Officials of the war department explained that the agreement by the United States liquidating commission and British representatives settles a net balance of 3,500,600 dollars. It covers only outstanding claims each side had for war material. It does not erase accrued U S obligations for troop and supply transportation in British territories. Separate settlements will be reached on these issues.
The Phe Avatthian peace delegation heads to Paris as German leaders pledge to reject terms seen as too lenient. Chancellor Scheidemann and President Ebert debate new government prospects while Four Power experts review Count von Brockdorff-Rantzau’s messages. A plan for a league of nations and labor reg reation is discussed amid hopes for a stable postwar order.
May 13 New York a delegation designated by Melati arrived with a family and two secretaries aboard. Frederick M1 from Copontingen joined them. A Secretary Lansing was burned in the act ashore. On May 7 a statement recognized the independence of the defveta government of Elat and Andvat, prompting a diplomatic move to accredit a minister in Washington.
Banks of the country serve as information hubs on canning and garden food practices. The War Garden Commission promotes literature and canning manuals through banks and distributing centers, highlighting public need for guidance on preserving produce and home food plans.
Washington May 11 Leaders planned to postpone a vote on Penrose and Warren for senate finance posts. Lodge said routine steps only. Contention over candidates for president pro tempore and committee chairs to be settled after the committee on committees reports. Also noted is a national track meet set for July 4 in Akron Ohio with Gary as host city.
May 12 report notes the Soviet government has not accepted the invitation to name delegates for the peace talks. Allied representatives were directed to Budapest to present the proposal, while the Helms Kun regime is expected to use the move to establish relations with the outside world.
New Orleans La May the proposed plan of organization for the American Cotton Export Financing Corporation calls for a capital of 169 900 000 largely paid in Liberty bonds The corporation would accept a wide variety of foreign securities and market them in currency or in eligible bonds It could acquire control of foreign manufacturing plants It would also finance the entire export transaction by sending money to dealers or shippers on security of warehouse receipts when cotton is assembled for export
In mid ocean, heavy seas and easterly winds hindered a U S Navy transatlantic flight test. Weather observers said conditions would improve tomorrow, with hopes for better outlook near coast and sea lanes.
The Standard announces summer delivery to Ogden Canyon residents. Subscribers in the canyon may have their paper delivered to canyon homes by calling 56 for changes.
Victoria May 12 The first flight from Vancouver to Victory completed by Captain Beckley in a Curtis aircraft. The solo flight covered about eighty miles in roughly one hour twenty minutes. The outbound leg climbed to six hundred feet into a twenty mile wind. Beckley returned at 7 15 p m with the same aircraft and conditions.
London May 1 A Reuters report from Ekaterinodar says Bolsheviks aim to destroy religion by mock ceremonies in churches. A staged funeral over a dog and desecration of sacred icons are described, with exhumation of saints’ bones hinted. Dispatched as part of Moscow Soviet propaganda, the notes claim a growing clerical resistance in Russia and possible abroad travel by the Metropolitan of Ovlossa to rally world churches.
In Paris on April 16 Mrs Woodrow Wilson toured a Red Cross tent and camp on the Champs de Mars aiding American soldiers on leave. She inspected accommodations for about 1600 men, asked Red Cross workers about food prep and service methods, sampled warm apple pies, and received a bouquet of flowers with a French national flag.
Italy gains Tyrol frontier as part of a peace treaty with Austria. The lines redraw the border with Italy obtaining control of strategic passes and high ground, including Meran and Bolzano area, altering defenses and access. The shift follows London terms and aims at secure Italian defense.
Sir Robert Borden, Canada’s premier, is returning to Ascada due to the failing political situation there. Sir George E. Foster is expected to succeed him as head of the Canadian delegation.
Four people were killed in an earthquake striking Las Palmar in the Canary Islands. Rescue and relief efforts have begun as authorities assess damage and aid displaced residents in the affected area after days of shaking.
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