12 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1919
Page
1
Prepared at a lengthy session that ran from 8 PM to 2 AM the agreement finalizes the League of Nations charter for inclusion in the fence treaty. Leaders, delegates, and officials participated in the extended talks.
The report outlines debates at a League of Nations commission meeting over a revised constitution and Japan’s claims. Britain, France, and Japan clashed on sovereignty and immigration, with Japan threatening to resubmit demands. President Wilson, exhausted yet hopeful, signaled readiness to include the document in the treaty, while Japanese delegates left after statements on equal rights.
A British scientist announced he achieved a breakthrough after more than two thousand experiments, stating he has produced a significant result in his field. The report notes the claim and the context of the research effort.
Fragmented OCR lists alleged wartime crimes with references to confiscation destruction bombardment and use of gases. The readable lines mention allied war crimes trials and treatment of prisoners with scattered phrases and garbled wording.
Poston April 12. Tal same means as in the ts of 1812 in their efforts to mill owners to concede in quards. P. P. Cosgrove and an Lawrence the first leaders a here with the first group of chi of the strikers on the York. he children w in Various homes persons w strikers. According to Cosgrove the will continue and be taken to different cities in N land until all are out of or the strike settled.
The French press expresses strong disapproval of the League of Nations decision, arguing the League should be practical. The Journal notes Geneva was chosen as the seat and questions Brissela’s suitability, reflecting widespread French skepticism about the plan.
Dublin report states Mayor of Americk in Ireland was refused a passport to travel to the United States. The note mentions Limerick as part of the processing and indicates the denial occurred in early April. No further details on the officials or reasons provided.
General March announces in a weekly press conference that the present strength of the army overseas remains high at 1 980 508 losses at Argonne described as small compared to other wars.
Incoming war casualty rates remain high in the most severe engagement as General d oat notes. About 0 per cent and 28 per cent among officers and men are reported as casualties. Nearly 90 men are hospitalized by end of March with complete reports available. One thousand Americans are set to sail aboard twenty five ships next week as port officials announce additional transports docking at Atlantic sites bringing total Atlantic arrivals to around 58 thousand.
The wire control board released a lengthy statement defending a public rate increase for telegraph services amid a controversy between Western Union Telegraph Company and Postal Telegraph Cable Company. The board argues maintenance costs rose 108 percent and that the increase is smaller than railroad freight hikes and is essential to avoid collapse.
Ottawa reports pressure on the government by Veterans of many groups to exclude those who opposed war from certain duties. The plea asks the state to bar individuals who did not support the war from public service and related roles, reflecting wartime sentiment in Canada.
A formal document is nearly complete and will be presented to the German envoys for signatures within two weeks unless last minute obstacles arise. Trustworthy sources report the progress and potential delays.
Paris April 12 German envoys push a draft treaty within two weeks as Adriatic disputes and the fate of former emperors dominate talks. Saar Basin coal rights, Rhine demilitarized zones, and Polish Dantzig pose ongoing questions. The big four seek a general treaty for Germany Austria Bulgaria and Turkey amid tensions over borders and reparations.
Professor E. De Valera, president of Sinn Fein, alleges cruel treatment by Irish authorities of Irish political prisoners. An interview appears in The... section, noting conditions and claims of mistreatment.
The readable text is fragmentary and obscured, providing no clear event, names, places, or dates to form a factual summary or identify a main action.
General March issues statement on the revolt of Company 1, 239th Infantry, whose men are chiefly from Detroit Michigan, following advisories from Murmansk. The official report outlines the rebellion’s actions, leadership, and immediate consequences within the unit.
Washington April 12 An American company mutiny in Archangel sector is claimed by Bolsheviks via Gen P C March chief of staff. The 329th infantry of the 1st division draws drafted men from Michigan and Wisconsin, many from Detroit. Murman reports say ships entered Murmansk heading to Archangel. Onda bridge rebuilt on March 22 enabling direct Allied port access as calls grow to remove troops at once.
The Iowa legislative judiciary committee votes 17 to 14 to recommend impeaching Governor Harding over a $10,000 pardon payoff to William Rathbun by Ida County farmer Rathbun for his son. Attorney General Havner’s impeachment is also discussed. a full House vote would occur today.
Albany report lists former Governor Charles Whitman and Theodore Saint, president of the Interborough Railway, and officials Nicholas F. Ady John T. Stanchfield and C. M. Thamus of Consolidated Railways Company as expected to appear Monday afternoon for a Legislative investigation into an alleged misappropriation fund story.
Preparations are under way for the transoceanic flight as aviator Harry A. Hawker prepares his machine in Newfoundland. Weather conditions are reported poor with final trials and repairs underway. The record flight schedule is yet to be announced as crews await arrival and visibility improves.
Boston telegraphers and operators vote for a nationwide walkout likely next month. G M Bugniazy, international vice president of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, urged patience and noted legal hurdles before a national strike. Rhode Island Governor and officials discuss mediation as troops return home.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate discussion of public opinion on a League of Nations treaty. Mentions Washington Ayre and Senator Pom ferene, with references to withdrawal and tactics. Early text hints at political debate and international policy, but many words are garbled.
Proclamation announcing a junction with Russia escalates the Dantzig clash into a political confrontation. Leaders demand the retirement of President Ebert as the strike widens its aims and draws in state actors.
April reports from London and Amsterdam describe turmoil near Danzig as Bolshevik and Spartacide actions unfold. Protests around a Polish demand at the German port intensify pressure on the present government while a food boycott gains traction. In Berlin region news, German workers reject a seven hour day, and a secret conference in Moscow led by Lenine shifts Bolshevik strategy to mobilize support from the United States. Troops occupy rail hubs amid tense conditions in Dantzig and surrounding areas.
Desperate search for Joan H. Kedall former cashier of Amboy Indiana State Bank who vanished last October with 97000. Bank placed in receivership showing 20000 in liabilities and assets listed, with alleged stock holdings and oil stocks as part of the shortage. Police and Chicago detectives pursue leads to recover missing funds and locate Kedall.
London reports the indemnity issue is definitively settled as Germans are to pay all allied war costs. The arrangement centers on financial settlements with the Allied powers and the Bank of the Rhine involved in the broader debt framework.
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