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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

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Jun 20, 1919

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German cabinet resigns in Weimar amid peace talks

Weimar reports say Chancellor Scheidemann and his cabinet have resigned. Paris dispatch notes the government fell as the Allies press for the treaty terms. Gustave Naske expected to form a new ministry to sign the peace. The assembly to vote on the treaty was to ratify the cabinet’s decision.

Paris Scheidemann American Peace Commission Weimar Gustave Naske Minster of War National Assembly The Hague

British Dirigible R-24 returns from German coast reconnaissance

London reports R-24 landed at Forth after a reconnaissance voyage along the German coast. R-33 was sighted off Iceland en route to Helgoland with a message that all is well. The British foreign office cited a Paris report claiming American vessels in German ports were told to ignore British cargo-unloading orders.

London Meth of Forth Gallister Iofland Helleland British Foreign Office Paris Witgon

Cassel as Stop One If War Comms Open

Coblenz reports from reliable sources that Cassel would be the first objective if Germany enters war. The 37 mile front would be pushed as occupation troops prepare, with signals and road wires checked and a rapid advance anticipated as armistice tensions ease. Weather notes predict generally fair conditions tonight through Saturday with temperature shifts.

Coblenz Germany Cassel Berlin Army of Occupation haNnons Alles

Belgium pledges steadfast support for America in WWI aftermath

In Bel Kum the See eton era, King Albert’s realm honors President Wilson. Belgium’s Chamber of Deputies lauds America’s aid as Wilson stresses the League of Nations as essential to postwar order. He announces plans to elevate the American mission in Bel sham to embassy status in recognition of Belgium’s independence.

Peter Belkum Eton Albert Chamber of Deputies Pres Wilson House of Parliament Belgium America Parliamentares League of Nations Bpriz Congress Belsham Gompelte

Revised treaty published today in London and Paris

Secretary of State Folk says the revised peace treaty will be published today in London and Paris. No copies have been received at the State Department.

Washington Aches Folk London Paris State Department

Democratic women form campaign committee in Indiana

In Indianapolis on June 0 the democratic state committee of women held its first meeting at state headquarters to form a campaign organization. The group will operate with similar status to the men’s committee and begin organizing down to the precinct level.

Indianapolis Democratic State Committee of Women

Noske Sees Inevitable War for Revenge in Germany

Gustav Noske, rumored successor to German chancellor, declares in a confidential Weimar speech that another war of revenge is unavoidable after France claims Alsace Lorraine. He outlines plans to strengthen military power, reform schools to supply soldiers, and prepare for conflict with France and Austria.

Gustav Noske Phillip Scheidemann Frankie Taylor Berlin U Njred Press New York Gustave Norke Weimar Germany Alsace-Lorraine Noske Belgium France Sud Austria

Riot Erupts After German Arrest in Frankfurt

A riot broke out in Frankfurt after a French officer ordered the arrest of a German man. Thousands gathered as police and the crowd exchanged shots. One civilian was killed and several were injured before order was restored when authorities warned of potential French artillery if officers were endangered.

Berlin Frankfurt

Future Wars on Pacific

Senator Phelan of California urged a ban on Japanese immigration and warned of future wars on the Pacific not the Atlantic. Speaking before the House immigration committee he claimed Japanese would devastate western states and urged readiness for conflict. He cited California land purchases by Japanese families and neighbors with low living standards as proof of threat.

Washington, D.C Phelan California Fotay America Pacific House Immigration Committee Congress Atlantic

Seizure of Whiskey by Sheriff and Police Near St Johns Cemetery

Sheriff Guthrie and Chief Allen seized six cases of whiskey totaling 288 pints on a Washington road near St Johns cemetery. Haines faced charges under prohibition laws with trial slated for Saturday or Monday. Police tracked the booze from St Franciaville and aimed to prevent its distribution.

Guthrie Elkanah Allen St. John’s Cemetery Haines St. Franciaville Sbie Washington Jiet Allen Guth St. John's Cemetery

Convict Labor at Globe Mine Under Fire in Pike County

A critical expose questions Governor Goodrich and Mr Ball over convict labor at the Globe Mining Company in Pike County. It argues convicts worked there from 1815 to 1818 to boost coal supply, cites pledged state coal deliveries, and notes officials declined coal from Globe when offered. The piece links Governor Goodrich and his son to Globe ownership and calls for thorough investigation into motive and financing.

V. C. Ball Globe Pike County Indiana Globe Company Ball Anji Globe “Mining Company Pierre F. Goodrich Ornor Spre Spee Jesse T. Moorman Ed Robison Globe Mine Tedemnor Sone Thesce Rema Landred Governoe of Ia Dee Goodrich Globe Wins Company Ressopn

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