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Newspaper
Washington Post
Location
Washington, Washington Dc, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1919
Page
1
The article reports on a Senate dispute over peace treaty reservations. President Wilson considers public statements on ratification strategy after talks with Republican leaders, while Lodge proposes a tentative reservations draft to secure ratification. State opposition and strategic moves unfold as Lansing and advisers are discussed.
Montenegro's government led by King Nicholas reiterates the demand for Serbia to withdraw its army from Montenegro. The note requests full Serbian representation at a peace conference and asserts Belgrade’s troops have intruded on Montenegrin territory, fueling tension with Paris as the exiled monarch’s regime claims the other side has overstepped.
Reported revolts in Montenegro were denied in a July statement from Washington signed by Dr Anton Korshetz Jugoslav premier and foreign minister ad interim. The document notes Montenegro’s deposement and union push with the Serbo Croat Slovene state and Yugoslav representatives protecting Montenegro's interests.
New York Mayor Hylan asked Secretary Daniels and Secretary Baker for permission to parade the Second division upon its arrival from France. The unit includes 700 Marines and helped win early World War I battles at Chateau Thierry and Belleau Wood. The French government renamed Belleau Wood in honor of the Marines.
Senator Tiitchpool of Nebraska stated the Senate will ratify the league of nations covenant without amendment though some may seek qualifications. He cited 46 Democrats and 5 or 6 Republicans in sympathy with endorsement and said any proposed amendments would likely fail.
Engineers vow to halt all ships along Atlantic and Gulf ports until wage demands are met. Chief engineers seek 36 lower than masters, assistants to gain 39 monthly. A potential meeting with the American Steamship Association is planned if a settlement is reached, otherwise work remains stopped. Meanwhile, seamen statewide win a 15 monthly raise and coal passes, and cooks and stewards accept terms to resume immediately.
The essay argues Europeans distrust the League of Nations and doubt American financial cures for Europe’s ills. It notes French leadership’s reluctance, British hesitation, and looming upheaval in France while stressing the United States remains the only strong, independent power capable of aiding Europe if it acts with its own judgment.
Notes show Taft letters hinting the Franco-American alliance treaty cannot be ratified due to lacking a two thirds majority. Wilson is reportedly delaying the pact in the Senate. Foreign relations committee pace is unclear with predictions ranging two to six weeks for action and possible completion by October or year end.
Former President Taft says two letters he wrote to Wl Hays on July 26 were personal and confidential and published without consent. He asks the Associated Press to give these letters the same publicity. The AP says it received copies from a recipient not bound to keep them confidential.
The USS Melville naval tender suffered a boiler explosion with six killed and several injured while aboard Pacific fleet operations near Colon. Earlier, a collision at Colon harbor between an army airplane and a naval seaplane wounded crew and killed Lieut James Duggan and Serg Emil von Berg, with others hurt. The Melville, completed in 1915, became a key destroyer tender and flag ship for Admiral Sims during wartime voyages.
Representatives of United Mine Workers district No 29 and New River coal operators draft a wage agreement. The current rate remains until regional coal agreements are set. if nearby states gain increases, New River will match. A closed shop is established, disputes go to a joint commission, fines apply for unsanctioned strikes, and shorter shifts in central rates apply locally.
State department reports 14 year old Philip Thompson, son of an American, kidnapped by bandits near Mexico City for 1500 pesos. Mexican government press notes stability while warning bandits and anti American propaganda persist. Officials urge stronger protection for Americans and property rights in Mexico.
Vienna police report secret Hungarian embassy documents reveal 60,000,000 kronen to fund a Soviet backed revolution in German Austria. The report names Bettelheim as Vienna party dictator and details plans to arm the proletariat and murder high state officials, with the embassy bank entry via sewers.
Controversy over the peace treaty deepens as France and Japan delay ratification pending U.S. Senate action. France may demand a built in international military force for the league if the pact falters. Japan signals months of delay and possible linkage to Shantung settlement and race clause issues. President Wilson seeks public disclosure of Shantung agreements to ease tensions.
Erzberger testified before the German National Assembly that Britain and France sought a Vatican mediated peace in August 1917. A papal note from Mgr Pacelli urged Belgian independence guarantees and German concessions. He blamed delays and German military authority for Germany's collapse, citing Wilson's failed peace efforts and submarine warfare.
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