Debt Commission for China Urged At Armament Talks
British spokesmen at the armament conference favor creating a commission to run Chinese customs and debt, arguing treaties gave all nations equal advantages. The Chinese delegation seeks full autonomy, while loans like Anglo-German bonds and other foreign debts indicate China’s still fragile financial position amid global scrutiny.
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China
United States
France
Premier Briand and dignitaries bid farewell to Harding
Premier Briand head of the French armament delegation and Ambassador Jusserand paid a farewell call on President Harding yesterday. Admiral Beatty of the British delegation also visited.
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Far East talks spark debate over Chinese consortium plan
Sentiment among some Italian representatives favors focusing on land armaments reductions ahead of the conference. British‑led discussions hint at a proposed international consortium to fund China, with railroads under supervision. Chinese reaction runs hot, as officials debate impacts on prestige and sovereignty while the conference aims to aid China without curtailing freedom.
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China Tariff Reform Aims at Autonomy and Revenue
The committee on Pacific and Far Eastern questions discussed restoring China’s tariff autonomy while ensuring immediate relief, proposing a 12 percent import rate from January 1, 1922. Koo argued the current regime infringes sovereignty, harms development, and blocks reciprocity with foreign powers. The full committee adjourned to November 25, 1921, with a subcommittee to report on armament limits and new warfare agencies.
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Adventists Present Letter to President on Armament Conference
A committee from the Seventh Day Adventists world headquarters in Takoma Park will present an address to the President praising him for calling the conference on armament limitation. Signed by A. G. DanellIs, J. L. Shaw and W. T. Knox, the letter names Elders H. Y. Androsa, F. M. Wilcox, J. L. Shaw, C. S. Longacre, Charles Thompson and O. K. Meyers as presenters.
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New Zealand Supports Anglo-Japanese Alliance
New Zealand and Australia favor continuing the Anglo-Japanese treaty for now or until a more comprehensive Pacific peace system is found. A New Zealand spokesman notes no justification to scrap the alliance, praises Japan's wartime service, and says any dominion shipbuilding counts toward Britain's naval strength total.
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Pacific
Australia
New
Dominions
Japan Denies Demanding Manchurian Protectorate
Tokyo officials reject Washington suggestions that Japan seeks a protectorate over Manchuria and Mongolia. They say Japan only seeks recognition of its post Russo Japanese War position in south Manchuria and insists on retaining railways and concessions gained from Russia and the 1915 China treaties.
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Bar Disarmament Delay Resolution Moves in House
Representative Tinkham of Massachusetts introduced a resolution stating the United States should not enter final naval arms accord until the Anglo-Japanese treaty is abrogated or clearly understood to be abrogated. The measure brands the treaty a military alliance offensive to the American arms proposal and a 10 year naval holiday.
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Great Britain
Japan
Senate Rejects Peace Flag Resolution Proposal
The Senate declined to act on Senator Walsh's request to authorize the American delegation to display a white bordered peace flag at the conference hall during arms talks. Senator Smoot opposed the idea, saying the Stars and Stripes suffice, and the measure was sent to the next session.
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Japan Seeks China Rail Pact Through Loan Pool Plan
In Washington, leading Japanese bankers urged expanding a financial consortium to control China finances and pool future loans. They cited difficulties in guaranteeing loans to China and proposed joint Japan China operation of the Teingtau to Tainantu railroad with a potential clause allowing China to purchase Japanese rights at a fixed price.
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Japan Holds Her Army Backward Due to War
The article explains Japan’s military stance amid World War I era pressures. It notes 21 divisions with about 200000 men, two years service, and recent cavalry cuts. Japan’s aviation weakness, home order needs, Far East tensions, Siberia Korea deployments, and a halted plan to raise to 25 divisions are described.
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Briand to Depart for France With French Delegation
Premier Briand will travel to France today with a French delegation including Ambassador Berthelot, General Buat, Capt Konitz, Lieut de Calbert, M Leger, and others. The party joins three technical committees studying land armament questions and the physiological and chemical effects of poisonous gases.
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Beatty's Tipped Cap Explained By Head Injury
The report notes Admiral Beatty habitually wore a tilted cap due to a cranial deformation after a blow. The tilt developed as a workaround to avoid frequent headaches from attempting a normal angle, leading to his distinctive headwear.
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Associated Press
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Tokugawa denies Japan group feud over Hanihara posting
Prince Tokugawa dismisses reports of a policy clash among Japan’s delegates to the Washington conference. He says Hanihara was named plenipotentiary fourth due to Ambassador Shidehara’s heavy workload and that no quarrel exists. The official bulletin, signed by a Japanese doctor and two Americans, notes Shidehara’s illness and hospital rest.
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Associated Press
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Briand Sees Path to Peace as Armament Debate Eases
A conference statement reports M Briand expressing gratitude for France’s reception in Washington. He notes world opinion shifting toward peace, defends French intentions, and says postwar military burdens may shrink. Viviani to lead in Paris with strong U.S. sympathy.
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Italy Seeks Joining China Rich Aid Call in Conference
Senator Albertini and Ambassador Ricci stated privately Italy favors joining the China fiscal affairs consortium. They argue a broader Italian role may ease objections, with Italy stressing strategic sea lines and the need to defend sea routes while supporting land armament limits.
British Lord Chancellor Sees Parley Success in Washington
London reports Lord Chancellor Birkenhead hails the Washington conference as the greatest moment in world history. He cites hope for saving Europe’s finances if the talks succeed and warns of international bankruptcy if they fail. The British representative to Washington is tasked with aiding a favorable outcome.
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Districts Cupid Tags At Marriage License Counter
The District Supreme Court marriage license counter saw a sharp drop in licenses yesterday about 50 percent from the day before Thanksgiving 1920. Col Sill Kroll and Col Bil note fewer petitions for licenses and more requests for divorce handling by Frank Cunningham, linking hard times and high marriage costs to reduced nuptials.
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