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Newspaper
Warren Evening Times
Location
Warren, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1919
Page
3
Exactly forty eight years after Williams proclaimed himself German emperor at Versailles, twenty five allied powers assemble to settle the fate of the German nation.
Envoys arrive at the foreign office as crowds gather to witness the start of talks. President Poincare, Premier Clemenceau and Marshal Foch attend, with full dress uniforms and national banners. The scene blends ceremony with high political anticipation for the postwar settlement.
Madrid reports martial law proclaimed by Premier Romannones as political turmoil leads to a new cabinet formed on January 5 with Romannones as premier and foreign minister.
Yonkers January confession in the Supreme Court reveals a Manhattan man admitted killing Elizabeth Riddell, with police presenting a photo as proof. He described waiting near the sidewalk in Yonkers, attacking her as she screamed, striking her with a iron bar and disposing of a coat afterward.
Washington January 18 The court martial of First Lieutenant George Schuyler of the infantry resulted in dismissal from the service and ten years hard labor for absence without leave. A reviewing board cut the term to five years, and the President reduced it to one year in addition to dismissal. the sentence now stands as one year more on the overall punishment.
Twenty eight members of the woman's national party were released from prison after five days' detention for protests before the White House. They said they held a hunger strike during their confinement.
Strong support for Friedrich Ebert surges, suggesting his likely election as first president of the German Republic. Public relief follows the passing of Karl Liebknecht, marked by unbounded sentiment and cautious optimism across factions.
Dispatches from Berlin and Copenhagen report upheaval following the death of Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg. Leaders claim murder and allege deliberate actions by authorities. Government seizure of evidence and demobilization moves are noted as the Spartacists resist disarmament and chaos spreads through Berlin.
Jan 18 reports say Peace commissioners plan to keep major deliberations secret while admitting three new reporters from each side only for general sessions. Proponents argue public discussion would hinder swift, just peace. News of Wilson’s talks with Orlando prompts Italian and Japanese delegates to defend strict secrecy.
New York January 18 The former Hamburg American liner President Grant arrived at Quarantine with 4849 officers and men. The ship carries units of the Eighth Field Artillery Brigade including the 2nd 65th and 83rd regiments, Company H of the 347th Infantry, the 118th Trench Mortar Battery, and 231 sick and wounded. Also aboard are headquarters medical and supply detachments and 69 officers including 11 ex-officers and 12 civilians. Five Red Cross nurses sail with the party. The battleship South Dakota also arrives with 1540 officers and men, including 16 officers and 1272 men of the 56th Coast Artillery from Connecticut and seven officers and 145 men of the 474th Aero Squadron. The Montana is due with 1625 officers and men, including 25 officers and 662 men.
Washington Jan 18 Senator Borah Idaho delivered sharp, pointed remarks against a bill to raise federal judges salaries as he opposed the measure. He contended business and workers face hard times and warned against lifting pay for judges while others struggle. Democratic colleagues Martin and Williams joined in vocal opposition foreshadowing defeat.
Major T. McCauley of Tallilferre Field in Fort Worth will attempt a double lap around the American continent in about four days. He starts Sunday at 4 am, reaches El Paso for breakfast, then San Diego, and returns to Fort Worth by Wednesday, with Jacksonville, Florida, on the route. The total distance is about 6000 miles.
January 18 report from Moscow states a Bolshevik official signed many death warrants while in government. His successor Bokli was dismissed for failing to maintain this ghastly average.
Affidavits filed by Har W. Moore allege Le Baudy plotted to kill his wife and daughter. He offered a stranger $500 to shoot them as part of a scheme. A second affidavit by Louis di Weston, a drug proprietor, details the events and timing. The man was jailed following the night in question.
Amsterdam January 18 A triplet guard has been placed about Amecro Ben castle where the ex Kaiser lives after an attempt to kidnap the former war lord was learned today. Three officials from the American legation at The Hague are investigating the alleged kidnapping attempt.
Geneva reports Hungary lost 839000 men as dead in the war based on Budapest information. In Washington, the State Department announced the death of John R. B. Silliman, consul at Guadalaajara, Mexico.
Pittsburgh residents report a hospital fire at Harmonville Convalescent Home last night. One woman patient is missing and believed burned to death, while a girl is severely injured after leaping from a second story window as the building burned.
Marshal Foch in an interview with American reporters at Treves station calls the Rhine the guaranty of peace for all nations that shed blood for liberty. He praises American forces, recalls Pershing’s plans, and warns democracies must keep vigil on the Rhine to prevent a future German threat.
Historic sessions opened with talks on creating a League of Nations to prevent future wars. Delegates from major powers gathered to debate structure, security guarantees, and enforcement mechanisms while aiming to secure lasting peace.
At Versailles the peace conference opened with Premier Clemenceau elected president. President Poincare welcomed envoys as Marshal Foch and Poincare arrived. Wilson's delegation, led by the president, attended except for ill E M House. Crowds cheered as dignitaries entered and the session began amid a brassy fanfare and formal ceremonies.
Washington dispatch reports a fair night with a likely sunny day ahead and a drop in temperatures Sunday.
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