The Cordova Daily Times
(Member of Associated Press)___
VOL. IV. NO. 119 CORDOVA, ALASKA, THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 1919 PRICE TEN CENTS
ITALIANS ARE PERSISTENT IN THEIR CLAIMS
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PRESIDENT WILSON STANDS PAT
AimSISTSINATPORTOFFHlE
MUST BELONG TO JUGOSLOVAKIA
ASSOCIATED PRESS SUMMARY.—France and Great
Britain are continuing their efforts to prevent an open break
at the peace table. The Italians are unyielding on their claims
to Fiume and the Dalmatian coast. President Wilson insists
that Fiume belongs to Jugoslovakia. Premier Orlando says he
intends to leave Paris today. This, he says, does not mean that
Italy will break with the allies, but he will hand over her inter
ests to their hands. He said he regarded President Wilson’s
stand as a departure from diplomatic custom, which leaves no
other course for Italy to pursue.
Paris advices say that Premiers Lloyd George and Clemen
ceau are supporting President Wlson.
Still Puzzling Over Italian Claims
PARIS, April 24 (by Associated Press).—President Wilson
and Premiers Clemenceau and Lloyd George met as usual to
day. It is believed possible that they are considering the Ital
ian break.
It is recognized that France and Great Britain are in a
difficult position on account of the existence of the secret Lon
don treaty, givng Fiume to Italy.
Germans Insist on Release of Prisoners
A Frankfort dispatch says the German delegates to the
peace conference have been instructed not to sign the peace
treaty unless it provides for the immediate release of all Ger
man prisoners of war.
The delegates probably will leave Berlin April 28 and ar
rive at Versailles May 1.
British Premier Reasoning with Italian
Premier Lloyd George held a long conference with Orlando
this afternoon, in an endeavor to obtain a change in the Italian
position, and to induce the Italian premier to reman here. No
indication is in evidence as to whether or not Lloyd George
succeeded.
May Indicate Successful Effort
Later.—Lloyd George announces that the Italian delegates
will not leave today.
President Will “Stand Pat”
WASHINGTON, April 24 (by Associated Press).—Paris
advices indicate that President Wilson intends to “stand pat.”
The opinion is expressed that Italy can not afford to “get in
bad” with America, as she is dependent on the United States
for financial credits and for food and fuel.
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THREE FOURTHS
OF MILLION MEN
BROUGHT HOME
WASHINGTON, April 24 (by Asso
1 elated Press).—Seven hundred and
thirty-one thousand, eight hundred and
eighty-nine soldiers had returned home
from Europe up to April 21, and one
hundred and twenty thousand were on
the way, since the armistice was
signed.
The war department has returned to
the shipping board three hundred ves
sels of a tonnage of two millions.
ALASKA ROAD BUILDER
SHOULD USE SOFT PEDAL
SEATTLE, April 24 (by Associated
Press).—Daniel A. Jones, who is con
nected with the Alaska road commis
sion, was arrested here last night on
a charge of disorderly conduct. He
forfeited $20 hail money.
He was accused of singing too loudly
in the Hotel Blanc.
LEONARD WOOD
BEING BOOMED
FOR PRESIDENT
WASINGTON, April 24 (by Associ
ated Press).—The “boom factory” is
discussing General Leonard Wood as
the Republican candidate for Presi
dent, with Governor Goodrich of Indi
ana as the vice-presidential candidate.
LONDONLABORPAPER
CHAMPIONS BOLSHEVIKI
LONDON, April 24 (by Associated
Press).—The Herald, a labor organ,
says the Hungarian situation has been
misrepresented. It says that instead
of being on the verge of disruption, the
soviets there are gaining strength.
Tfhe Herald champions Bela Kun,
the communist leader.
ALASKA MflilNG STOCKS
NEW YORK, *April 24.—Alaska
Gold, 3%; Alaska Juneau, 2.
NEWSPAPERS OF ALIIED CAPITALS
EXPRESS CONFLICTING OPINIONS
AS TO ATTITUDE OF PRESIDENT |
i PARIS, April 24 (by Assorted Press).—A writer in g
:j: the Echo de Paris says: “Weill sacrificed too much to g
the Wilsonian doctrine whichj fce American voters con- g
demned in November last.” f g
The newspaper L’Oeuvre ikys: “President Wilson §j
rises above international confabulations. lie is tired of g
confidential wire-pulling and searet diplomacy, and finally g
has rent the veil and appealed® public opinon.” g
‘‘A Very Serious Situation”
j LONDON, April 24 (by Associated Press).—The g
London newspapers refer to Pjefident Wilson’s statement g
to the effect that “Fiume can not become a part of Italy” g
as a “thunderbolt,” a “bomtjsl|ell,” and “an appeal to g
Caesar.” The newspapers j-enr®n from commenting, but g
say the act has created a very|s|rious situation. g
The Graphic refers to it ^ “an obdurate action in g
advocacy of Croatian claims |o| jFiume. ” The Express g
says President Wilson ‘ ‘ took t|is step as a last resource. ’ ’ g
PRINCESS SOPHIA jCDMMISSION
SUBMITS REPOBI THAT LOSS
WASDUETOPEWOFTHESEAS
OTTAWA, April 24 (by Associated Press).—Minister of
Marine and Fisheries Ballantyne has submitted to the house
of commons the report of the commission appointed to investi
gate the wreck of the steamship Princess Sophia in Lynn canal,
Alaska, last October.
The report says the commission was unable to secure evi
dence bearing directly on the wreck, and concluded that the
ship was lost “through peril of the seas.” It is a matter of con
jecture, says tin* report, as to why the passengers were not
landed, and the commission found that it was not unreasonable
for the captain not to land the passengers.
The commission reached this finding from evidence show
ing that the Princess Sophia was a staunch ship, and well of
ficered, and that there were other craft in the vicinity; that tin1
near-by shores were inhospitable, that there Was no near-by
shelter, and the weather conditions prevalent at that time of the,
year.
HUNGARIAN SOVIETS REQUEST
SUSPENSION OF HOSTILITIES
BERLIN, April 24 (by Associated Press).—It is reported
that the Hungaran soviet government has asked a suspension
of the Rumanian offensive pending arrangement of an armis
tice. It is said that Bela Kun’s government has announced its
readiness to retire in favor of a Socialist cabinet.
Polish Troops Pass Through Germany
WARSAW, April 24 (by Associated Press).—The first con
tingent of Polish troops from France to be shipped across Ger
many have arrived here.
Bolsheviki Again Driven from Kiev
VIENNA, April 24 (by Associated Press).—The revolu
tionary Ukrainians have driven the Bolsheviki from Kiev, the
capital of the Ukraine.
Hungarians Advancing on Soviet Budapest
COPENHAGEN, April 24 (by Associated Press).—The
Hungarians continued their advance toward Budapest on April
22 on the entire line between the Iss and Mares rivers.
EIGHT-HOUR DAY
BECOMES FRENCH LAW
PARIS, April 24 (by Associated
Press).—The French senate haB just
passed the eight-hour bill, which now
becomes law.
FOLLOWS IN FOOTSTEPS
OF HIS FOREFATHERS
LONDON, April 24 (by Associated
Press).—The prince of Wales has been
initiated into the mysteries of Free
masonry.
KING VICTOR COMMENDS PREMIER
FOR HIS ACTION AT CONFERENCE
IN FIGHTING BATTLES OF ITALY
PARIS, April 24 (by Associated Press).—A military mem
ber of Premier Orlando’s staff said today that two hundred
thousand Italian troops would occupy Dalmatia and the other
Adriatic sections named in the treaty of London, and also the
region around Fiume. He said also that the Italians would take
countermeasures aganst the Jugoslav demonstration in Spalato.
Orlando’s Stand Approved by Italians.
ROME, April 24 (by Associated Press).—Great demonstra
tions are in progress in this city, paraders traversing the princi
pal streets and and acclaiming Fiume and Dalmatia and cheer
ing Premier Orlando and Foreign Minister Sonnino because of
their stand at Paris.
King Victor has telegraphed to Premier Orlando commend
ing his action and insisting that he do not recede from his stand.
If a break comes Italy may make a separate peace with
Germany.
To Convene Italian Parliament
ROME, April 24 (by Associated Press).—It is understood
that the Italian parliament will be convened when Premier
Orlando returns from Paris, probably within a day or two.
Preliminary instructions already have been telegraphed from
Paris.
Protection for Americans in Italy
PARIS, April 24 (by Associated Press).—A Reuter’s dis
patch from Rome says the Italian government has placed sol
diers to protect the American embassy and the consulates in
different Italian cities in the event of demonstrations.
American officers here say there are virtually no American
troops left in Italy except a few railway transport officers and
military police.
Naval and Military Commanders Leave
Vice Admiral Reval of the Italian navy and General Diaz,
commander of tin1 Italian armies, left today for Rome.
MEXICAN GOVERNMENT REFUSES
TO RECOGNIZE MONROE DOCTRINE
MEXICO CITY, April 24 (by Associated Press).—It is un
derstood that the Mexican government has refused to recognize
the Monroe doctrine and has recalled Albert J. Paid, the Mexi
can minister to France, because he was unable to present his
credentials.
Carranza Arouses Suspicions of Allies
WASHINGTON, April 24 (by Associated Press).—The
failure of the allies to invite Mexico to attend the conference of
neutrals has stirred the bitter resentftient of President Car
ranza, which has been enhanced by the recognition by the allies
of the Monroe doctrine. The allies look upon Carranza with sus
picion because of his treatment of foreign investors.
GIVES STAY-AT-HOMES
CHANCE FOR DISTINCTION
WASHINGTON, April 24 (by Asso
ciated Press).—Three naval seaplanes
will attempt a transatlantic flight in
May. They will be manned by airmen
who did not get a chance at overseas
duty.
morerepubucanT
FALLING INTO LINE
WASHINGTON, *April 24 (by Asso
ciated Press).—Two more Republican
United States senators—Johnson of
California and Kenyon of Iowa—have
announced their indorsement of Presi
dent Wilson’s attitude at the peace
conference.
AA (CAN FINANCIERS
GIVEN CHINA PRIVILEGES
PEKING, April 24 (by Associated
Press).—The minister of finance has
granted.a charter to the China Devel
opment Bank, a Chinese-American in
stitution, representing a fusion of in
dividual American interests. It is
stated that the action has no politi
cal significance.
MICHIGAN MAY LEGALIZE
LIMITED-ROUND CONTESTS
LANSING, Mich., April 24 (by Asso
ciated Press).—The senate has passed
the bill legalizing ten-round, no-deci
sion boxing contests, and creating a
state athletic commission.