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Newspaper
Waterloo Evening Courier
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 24, 1919
Page
6
A flurry of telegraphed reports from Copenhagen Paris and Berlin describe Czech troops marching on Hungary Masaryk resigning and Vienna Communists staging sympathy demonstrations. Premiers plan a Paris meeting to discuss Hungary Poland and the entente faces possible military action as Bolshevik influence grows.
Berlin reports that Bela Kun and leaders of Hungary's Communist movement built power with Russian Bolshevik influence and ruble funding. Accused organizer Ranassy allegedly brought 39 million rubles from Russia to form a 70 000 strong Hungarian Communist army.
Berlin dispatch reports German President Ebert rejected signing a peace that annexes Danzig to Poland. He refused ceding West Prussia or Upper Silesia and urged neutralization of the Free City to make Danzig a free port.
A dispatch from Vienna reports former Emperor Charles of Austria Hungary and his family departed Ebkartsen Castle by special train for Switzerland Sunday night. The news comes as the Associated Press notes the journey is under way with no further details available.
Sir Horace Plunkett after seven weeks in the United States urges self government for Ireland settled in Ireland not by Westminster partition plans. He says American opinion is definite and united on Irish national justice and rejects any plan of division.
London March 24 The National Union of Railwaymen reports most demands conceded in principle in negotiations with the government. J N Thomas says the main dispute is among the unions and a final government offer is under review for clearer interpretation. Court Martial Frees Rosso acquitted of abandoning his position before the 1918 Caporetto attack Rome March 23 Gen Rosso commanded Italian line along Isonzo front during the Caporetto disaster case began after the disaster.
Rural Iowa schools with fewer than seven pupils would be discontinued under a Senate supported bill. If closed for low attendance, the board must transport pupils to the nearest district and pay tuition. Senator Newberry defended the measure noting a teacher shortage.
Paris dispatch cites French foreign editorship stressing Hungary crisis delaying peace talks. Editorials warn the council must safeguard Poland and Romania to prevent Germany from dictating terms or aiding Bolshevik movements, with unity against Bolshevism as imperative.
New York plans a massive triumphal parade with color preparations along Fifth Avenue. Police prepare to handle up to one million spectators from Washington Square to 116th Street while 60,000 meals are arranged for 25,000 soldiers as regimental parades begin in Brooklyn, Harlem, and the Bronx.
Reports from Barcelona indicate the recent measures to end strikes appear only provisional and may prove temporary. The city faces a fresh wave of labor action while authorities seek a lasting settlement.
Canada announced a plan to replace the large penny with a coin resembling the American cent in size, though the big cent will remain in circulation as a compromise. Proponents argue the large coin caused shoulder strain while banks favored it for stacking.
London March 24 court martial opens in Capt. Edmund G. Chamberlain case. The United States Marine officer is charged with scandalous conduct and falsehood over claims of bringing down five German planes and aiding prisoners and a wounded French officer during a July 1918 air battle. Defense cites lack of British corroboration and unwritten Royal Air Force norms.
The War Department has resumed buying luxuries for troops in France after space conservation ends. April needs include 2,040,000 packages of gum and 1,150,000 each of candies pay corn wafers and fruit tablets, salted nuts and almonds, plus wafer rolls for American forces.
The notice directs readers to have the Courier delivered at home before 5 30. If the paper does not arrive by then due to carrier error or other cause readers should phone 382d and a copy will be sent. Phone calls must reach the office before 6 30 p m.
New York March 24 United States government harshly criticizes foreign agitators as Judge McIntyre sentences Anthony Regnowsky for striking Patrolman Sheehan. Gilman Peek of the department of core moree industrial board predicts wheat relief and lower food prices as Congress backs a billion dollar arm to stabilize prices. Wheat as a barometer of food trade suggests broader price drops ahead.
Washington March 24 Farmers will be able to buy their binder twine this year at a price slightly less than last year. No shortage is expected as sufficient sisal fiber has been imported to meet demand. Licenses for twine manufacturers ended but prices remained set after early December agreements. The Food Administration cites plant costs averaging 17 cents per pound, with the basic price set at 21 1 4 cents FOB factory, two cents below last year’s 25 1 4 cents.
The Sugtal Welfare League opens a campaign to raise 7001 dollars for the coming year’s social service budget. Bhori talks in churches urge support as last year’s aid reached 413 families and 1119 children, with extensive need among the poor.
In Washington D C March 24 grave concern was shown in social and diplomatic circles over Hungary’s seizure by Bolshevik forces and a proclaimed state of war. Officials await guidance from Paris as Wilson and Lansing are abroad. Romania’s fate under Bolshevik pressure also drew attention as Hungary’s turn threatens regional stability.
Paris reports a long Clemenceau Gul conference with Foreign Minister Pichon on the Hungarian situation. The supreme council will consider immediate moves at 10 a m. French divisions are poised in Budapest and Belgrade with Romanian help, while Polish divisions are set for Danzig.
Berlin reports Edward Bernstein returns to the Majority Socialists criticizing the Independent Socialists for their alliance with the Bolsheviki. He recalls a 1918 Bolshevik room gathering with embassy members and party leaders, and cites opposition to Bolshevik policy. Bernstein’s move signals a shift in postwar socialist alignments.
Chicago March 24 The Associated Press reports a plan to spur construction by exempting new buildings from state taxes for five years. G A Hendricks of Grand Rapids offered the real estate improvement tax bonus plan to the legislature’s commission investigating high building costs. He says the proposal is practicable and could aid the resumption of building. Dealers cited coal, freight, and labor costs as accountable for high prices and warned prices won’t fall quickly. They denied any price-fixing conspiracy and noted business losses in recent years.
Washington report says President Wilson ordered an allotment from the emergency war fund to cover the War Risk Insurance Bureau expenses until Congress acts. Treasury officials estimate about three million dollars will be needed into mid May. The action reduces risk of halted payments for insurance or compensation.
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