28 May 1919
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1919
Page
1
President Wilson says his presidency is not ahead of him as Brazil’s Epitacio Pessoa prepares to take office. He discusses the duties of a chief executive, American democratic ideals, world expectations, and the need for unity among nations and churches.
President Wilson recalls proposing a regional league to unite American nations and set an example for the world. He cites the Monroe Doctrine and the push to broaden nonaggression in the hemisphere, noting the US cannot claim immunity from aggression itself.
Secretary Daniels told the House Naval Affairs Committee that authorization for building ten battleships and ten scout cruisers is inadvisable. He argued the United States should show confidence in the League of Nations covenant by not increasing the Navy program at this time. He recalled supporting a three year plan earlier, but the peace conference and league discussions now guide policy.
The will of H. J. Heinz the pickle magnate and Pittsburgh industrialist is filed here disposing of a four million dollar fortune. The document outlines distribution among heirs and charitable bequests as part of the late businessman's estate.
Lieutenant Commander Read and his crew complete the first Atlantic aerial crossing by seaplane, flying 786 miles from the Azores to Lisbon in 9 hours 44 minutes aboard NC-4. They depart from Ponta Delgada at 5 18 a m central time and arrive before 3 01 p m. The U S government and Portugal greet the achievement with cheers as Admiral Jackson orders ship bells to ring.
An enormous aircraft made a dramatic Newfoundland to Azores journey. It boarded before sunrise and, after hours, taxied from the breakwater, lifting skyward amid cheers from sailors, soldiers, and crowds along the harbor. The plane circled the harbor before proceeding, its whistle din echoing as it disappeared into the eastern sky.
May 28 reports confirm a Winnipeg general strike expanding toward Calgary and Edmonton. Victoria labor leaders plan a strike vote in sympathy, while Vancouver unions hold votes in preparation. Calgary sees postal clerks strike halting mail remittances to soldiers’ families. volunteers were considered to aid.
Paris dispatches report that Kolchak forces have resumed progress against the Bolsheviks after a temporary setback, with Bolshevik troops retreating toward the Volga line.
In Lima on May 28 a general strike sparked mob attacks on offices of several large firms. Troops and gendarmes moved in to restore order, with gunfire reported in isolated districts at noon.
In Grant Park and along the Loop thousands greet returning soldiers as 6 000 men march home from war. Crowds pack LaSalle and Union stations while relatives cheer from trains and windows, signaling joyful end to the long vigil for loved ones in khaki and gold crosses.
Crowds gathered across Chicago as the Prairie division soldiers marched past Grant Park and along Michigan Avenue. Police controlled the surge of revelers while relatives were admitted to the park. An estimated one million spectators witnessed the extensive military review.
Captain Batt, an American naval aviator, flew from Copenhagen to Stockholm arriving at Calmar. He then left Calmar and landed at Nynes about 0 miles south of Stockholm, before rising again and landing on an island at the mouth of the harbor.
British and American marines have been landed at the Baltic port of Danzig. A powerful fleet will be anchored off the harbor, according to a Warsaw dispatch.
Berlin reports the German reply to Allied peace terms accepts a 100000 man army on a peace footing but argues the limit should not be enforced until conditions are thoroughly stabilized.
Berlin reports say Germany will sign the peace treaty only if a plebiscite is held in disputed areas and if Germany joins the league of nations with equal voting rights. The government’s reply emphasizes self determination and asks allies to respect Austria’s union vote.
A counterclaim of 3.3 billion dollars is to be presented at the conference regarding damages from a sea blockade. The filing seeks massive compensation for economic losses and disruption.
Versailles May 28 The German peace delegation here will present a counter claim for 8,300,000,000 for damages caused to Germany by the Allied blockade to offset the Allies reparation claims in the treaty.
A patch from Eindhoven reports the Belgian frontiers closed and all Belgian soldiers recalled from leave. Mobilization will be ordered when the Germans sign the peace treaty, signaling readiness as the period ends.
Stockholm reports heavy bombardment near Petrograd and Kronstadt with Bolshevik leadership in disarray. Chinese and Finnish Reds allegedly control the city after street fighting as workmen guard districts against looting.
In New York on May 28 a $25,000 robbery occurred in the Wall Street district as 18 year old bank messenger Denis Forest was attacked entering a Pine Street rear door. The attackers seized securities he carried and escaped.
London May 28. Allied powers arrange to feed Petrograd and aid the starving population after the Bolshevik expulsion. Herbert Hoover, head of the allied relief, has details. Relief expected in the city within 38 hours after the refugee withdrawal.
May 28 report notes reduced fare conventions will push meetings earlier than June and that stricter regulation aims to ensure only bona fide participants travel. The AR administration signals tighter rules will govern the process.
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