Plebiscite commissioners arrived at the end of January 1920 and after analyzing the situation declared a state of emergency in the territory on 19 May 1920. The situation in the territory remained very tense. Mutual intimidation, acts of terror, beatings, and even killings affected the area.
The arrival of plebiscite commissioners at the end of January 1920 marked a turning point in the situation. After assessing the circumstances, they declared a state of emergency in the territory on May 19, 1920. The atmosphere in the region remained highly charged. Threats were exchanged, violent acts, physical attacks, and even murders had a profound effect on the area.