Allies set May 12 ultimatum on German reparations
London reports Germany to pay 6.6 billion pounds and 25 percent of exports with bonds, or Ruhr occupation by allied forces. A four day window to respond. guarantees debated and a debt commission to monitor German revenues. Mobilization orders for the 1919 class sent to Paris as talks continue in London.
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French Troops Depart for Ruhr in Two Divisions
Two divisions of French troops depart for the Ruhr under Gen Simon in fifteen trains, to arrive in Duesseldorf Tuesday morning. French ministry notes mobilization may proceed with 1919 class, but no formal order yet. Paris mobilization plan includes cavalry into Ruhr and mixed regiments. socialists oppose mobilization.
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Proposals Not Acceptable Hughes Answers Germany
Secretary of State Charles H. Hughes sent a cable to Berlin stating the U S cannot accept the German reparations proposals. He urges Germany to present clear definite adequate proposals directly to the allied governments to meet its obligations and seek a prompt settlement.
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United States
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Berlin
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Simons
Nominations and battles shape White House week
The Washington Post reports potential Shipping Board picks and diplomatic posts as the President weighs Alaska governance, Missouri factional ties, and an Alaska administration plan. Delegates on Japan ambassadorship and a Senate contest in Michigan are noted amid internal White House maneuvering.
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Washington Post. Co
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Jews and Arabs clash leaves 150 wounded in Jaffa
Jerusalem May 2 Twenty persons were killed and 15 wounded in a clash between Jews and Arabs at Jaffa Sunday. Troops restored order without firing on the crowds.
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Jerusalem
Associated Press
Jaffa
Dominion rule offer eyed for Ireland amid executions
Dublin May 2 Associated Press reports that Lord Edmund Talbot Viscount Fitzalan was sworn as lord lieutenant and governor general of Ireland. A peace offer to Irish republicans was announced by former Dublin mayor Joan J Farrell, claiming Britain would grant dominion home rule with military oversight retained. Patrick Casey was executed by firing squad at Mitchelstown after taking part in an attack on crown forces. Meanwhile, North Ireland Parliament is slated to meet in June with the Southern Parliament to follow, and election plans include Belfast polls and Dublin nominations.
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Freighter Tokuyo Maru Fire Sinks at Sea
May 2 news from Marshfield Oregon reports the Japanese freighter Tokuyo Maru aflame at sea and sinking. A beacon message to naval communications gave position at latitude 45 40 north and longitude 124 0 west. Hopes Baxter was noted bound for Tapanghin’s agglatande.
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Hays Hangs Latch String Out-Word Private Door
In a sparse room with Mr Hays at a desk and scattered chairs, an engagement list for the day is laid out. Hays arranges time slots and attendees, while others wait across the room. conferences occur openly without a formal staff presence.
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Progress in Writing Bill Delayed by House Schedules
The article notes delays in drafting a sweeping bill with schedules still unfinished. Republicans control committee writing, Democrats sidelined, and some Republicans threaten to oppose high duties on noncompetitive imports. Mellon hints at possible $100 to $150 million from new duties on staples like tea and coffee, prompting debate on internal revenue taxes.
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Forfeit Bonds Of IWW Members At Leavenworth
Eight members of the Industrial Workers of the World had their bonds forfeited by the U S circuit court of appeals for failing to appear at Leavenworth Federal Penitentiary to serve sentences for hindering war time activities. William Haywood’s bond was not forfeited as officials expected a reply from the fugitive in Moscow. The forfeited defendants included George Andreychine J H Byer Fred Jakokola Lee Laukski Vladimir Lassieff Herbert McCutcheon Grover H Perry and Charles Rothisher.
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Big Bill) Haywood
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Herbert McCutcheon
Grover H. Perry
Charles Rothisher
Threat to the Up Ports of Britain
London May 2 AP report says as British miners strike enters its second month, labor groups move to bar coal exports to Great Britain. Robert Williams and Edo Fimmen met to discuss preventing coal shipments to the UK with Dutch French Belgian German Austrian workers pledging cooperation. The British government seeks foreign coal to bolster supply amidst the crisis.
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Post readers see price list from major stores
The Washington Post item lists prices at leading shops including Waddward & Lothrop Ballantyne and Sons with a note about paper quality and writing material. The short notice highlights where to buy writing paper at set prices.
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United States Intervenes in Panama Costa Rica Boundary Dispute
Secretary of State Hughes issues a US backed note to Panama demanding withdrawal from territory awarded to Costa Rica after arbitration. If Panama refuses within a reasonable time, the United States will enforce the awards to secure Costa Rica’s rights and avert further conflict at the canal gate.
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Washington Post Co
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