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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1919
Page
7
An official Navy dispatch notes plans for a cruiser or warship to cruise over Washington and potentially Newark as part of a historic voyage. Officials describe anticipated routes resembling the ship’s famed past as it reportedly nears basel, Newfoundland, and Newfoundland’s vicinity.
The Army plans to complete a large hangar at Langley Field by next month to house the R 34 or R 33 airships. The Navy intends to build a large shed at a major air station for future rigid airships as part of a broader U S program.
A delegation from Abyssinia arrived in Washington to deliver a message to President Wilson and will tour the United States afterward. Led by Dedjarmarch Nado a duke, the mission includes Rantiba Gibroy Ato Herous and Ato Sinkae, with officials from the State Department greeting them. They seek access to cotton production and other U.S. exports while lodging at the Lafayette.
The Greek information bureau reports Greek troops reoccupied Aidin on Friday after evacuating the civilian population. Constantinople dispatches say Turkish forces entered Aidin following the Greek pullout. Aidin lies about 50 miles southeast of Smyrna. The text notes an open veranda at Ardman Park Hotel as a luncheon and dinner venue with music by Ady.
The article argues that Congress lacks sole authority under the war power and urges repeal of the original 1918 prohibition act. It notes concurrent state power to enforce the amendment and criticizes extending the act to all beverages with over half a percent alcohol. It reviews postwar demobilization, trade restrictions, and proposed commissions for occupation and treaty matters.
The body of Captain Charles Fryatt, executed in 1916 for attempting to ram a submarine, was brought to Dover on a British destroyer with a Dover patrol escort. The gun carriage casket was paraded to the railway station under military guard for overnight custody and will depart by train to London for national memorial services at St Paul’s Cathedral.
The Central railroad of Brazil strike, the largest in the country, began Saturday night and appeared to break down after only a few hours. Train service was reported normal Sunday morning in Rio de Janeiro.
Senator Borah condemned the administration plan as he demanded the treaty be judged on its face. He claimed the American delegation protested President’s choice to cede Shantung Trèvince to Japan, disadvantaging China, documented in writing. Continued on fifth page.
Paris reports that a new U S Great Britain agreement pledges immediate aid to France in case of unprovoked German aggression. The pact, public and not secret, aims to deter aggression until the League of Nations becomes fully effective, with force to be provided as needed and lasting until the League offers sufficient security.
The peace commission postponed oral exchanges on reparations until Thursday due to missing German representatives. Admirals reported no decisions on ship disposition until policy by powers is set. Britain backs breaking ships, Japan and the US lean toward sinking, France opposes destruction and seeks distribution, with Italy conditional on its share. Poland supports destruction. Slatin Pasha arrives amid prisoner discussions. Austrian treaty delivery expected later in the week.
Rome reports indicate ongoing clashes between French and Italian forces in Fiume with six killed and twenty wounded so far. Dispatched accounts allege French soldiers mistreated Italian youths and exchanged fire with Italian Grenadiers before retreating to barracks amid crowds at local cafes and beer gardens.
Mother MacColl works from 445 in the morning to midnight and has mailed over 15000 letters for prisoners. She provides legal advice to soldiers and sailors facing charges and describes herself as a lawyer trained in detection and expert stenography and typing. She plans to see President Wilson and top officials to aid men in the service harmed by circumstances.
Special Cable notes France aims to control Adriatic tensions after World War I. Clemenceau, present throughout the session, seeks to manage Fiume fallout and prevent a break in the Franco Italian alliance amid public Italian calls against French policy.
In a secret conference before Versailles the big four agreed to try the former Kaiser in London. Lloyd George secured consent from associates, a move unknown to minutes. President Wilson, then at sea, was the sole American initiator cited by sources.
King Albert of Belgium has awarded Henry Watterson the officer rank in the Order of the Crown in recognition of his devoted support for Belgium. A message from the Belgian Legation in Washington confirms the honor to the Louisville journalist.
The article reports Wilson’s planned return from France aboard the George Washington with the White House awaiting his arrival in Hoboken. Secretary Daniels and officials planned a radio greeting but the speech would be extemporaneous. The president would address grateful crowds and wounded soldiers as he travels to Manhattan for a Carnegie Hall appearance.
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