A REMINDER OF THE CRIME

Dominion, Volume 12, Issue 237, 1 July 1919, Page 7

A REMINDER OF THE CRIME

(Rec. June 30, 7.30 p.m.) l n,. PariS > June 29. The most pathetic incident of the sign, ins of the Treaty was the presence of a number of French soldiers,-fearfully and fiicially disfigured. They were placed in an alcove immediately in front of the Peaco table. General Manoury, the blind French general, was also present.—4.us - N.Z. Cablo Assu. '

THE ITALIAN DELEGATION London, June 24. The now Italian delegation to the Peacf, Conference consisted of Signor Tittont, Foreign Minister, who was chief delegate, and Senators Scialoja, Ferraris, and Marconi, and Signor Crespi, a member of the Chamber of Deputies.—lleuter. PEACE . FESTIVAL IN LONDON PEOPLE TOO HAPPY TO GO TO BED. London, June 28. The demonstrations were kept up till long past midnight. Thus masses of people freed from business at midday converged at historic points in the city in anticipation of the signng. People crowded, singing, outside Buckingham Palace, and remained for five hours. After tho guns had signalled that the Treaty was signed the King and Queen and their family twice appeared. Tho King and the Prince of Wales ad-. dressed the crowds, amid scenes of the liveliest enthusiasm. Sir Douglas Haig appeared on the balcony with the Royal Family. 1 Tho audience at the Coliseum sent congratulatory messages to the King, and a reply was received amidst' cheers. ■Tho celebrations in tho streets wero hardly as feverish as on the occasion ot the armistice, but there was incessant dancing in Piccadilly Circus, Leicester Square, and Trafalgar Square. Trafalgar Square was illuminated in a unique fashion with electric lights up Ne'.son s monument, crowned with a bright light on Nelson s head. The decoration arranged in connection with the "Joy Loan" campaign, which was momentarily forgotten. The searchlights at former anti-air raid stations flashed in the sky, and the crowds amused themselves by throwing fireworks aod coloured lights. Tho utmost good humour prevailed. Equally joyous demonstrations took place throughout tho Kingdom. Behind the celebrations there was a feeling that the signing had not brought the certainty of an immediate world peace — Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn.

SUNDAY SERMONS IN LONDON <Kec. Juno 30, 11.5 p.m.) London, June 29. Rcferennes to peace wore made in all tho pulpits to-day. St. Paul's Cathedral and Westminster Abbey were crowded, The services included the National Anthem, and a .solemn "To Deuin" was sung also in Russian and Greek churches in London— Mis.-N.Z. Cable Aesn. KING'S ADDRESS TO THE PEOPLE ; A -NINETEEN-WORD SPEECH. (Kcc. .lunc 30, 9.15 p.m.) London, June 29. The King's notable nineteen-word speech from tho balcony of Buckingham Pnlaco was ns follows:—"Peace has been signed, and thus ends the greatest war iif history. I join with you in thanking God."—Aus.-NX Cable Assn. A NOTE OF ANXIETY "WHO WILL GUARANTEE ITS EXECUTION?" London, June 28. Lord Rosehcry, in an interview, gives expression to a popular fear. ."1 rejoice at peace," lie said, "but I know nothing on a vital point—what is to guarameo its oxecutionAus.-N.SS. Cab'.e Assn. • ILLUMINATIONS IN PARIS POPULAtt CARNIVAL 01' IffiJOICING. Paris, Juno 28. Although there was not much display of enthusiasm, people assembled at various vantage points between Paris and Versailles to watch the hundreds of motors decorated with 'tho flags of tho vnrious nationalities conveying tho delegates ami visitors to the chateau, but there are great preparations for to-night to welcome peace. The Paris thoroughfares are gaily decorated with flags, and to-night, with the wonderful illuminations, slio becomes La Villo Luniiere again. All tho public buildings are picked out with electric lamps, Nvliilo a great searchlight on tho Lillet Tower will sweep tho city. Nino torchlight processions, consisting; of infantry, cavalry, and firemen, will parade, and bonfires will bo liglited on nil the, principal peaks of tlio Vosges.—Aus.-N.Z. Cablo Assn.

SCENES IN DUBLIN London, June 28. Cheering and singing crowds paraded the streets of Dublin. Fog signals exploded on the tramlines added to tho excitement, and some collisions occurred between civilians and the police.—Aus.N.K Cablo Assn. ROYAL CONGRATULATIONS TO THE . ALLIES London, June 28. The King sent a message to tho Allies i "Heartiest' congratulations that the day of triumph has arrived. The of war will now be healed." —Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. CHARTER OF A NEW WORLD ORDER •PRESIDENT WILSON'S MESSAGE TO AMERICA. Washington, June 28. President Wilson, in an address to the American people, says; "Tho Treaty, if ratified, will furnish a charter for the now order of world affairs. Its severity is due to tho great wrongs Germany did. it imposes nothing that Germany cannot do. It ends the domination of pelfish men who built up the Empire for tho gratification of their own ends. It docs away with the right of conquest, and provides for helpful co-operation _by Governments. It recognises tho inalienable rights of nationality, and furnishes guarantees of peace for the future which hitherto were non-existent. There is deep ground for satisfaction, confidence, and hope."—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. "WE STAND AT THE CROSSROADS." London, June 2§, President Wilson, in an interview, said the Peace Treaty of Paris provides for tho greatest measure of compensation for those whoso lives and homes were wrecked by tho storm of war, and given security that the war shall not be repeated.' But we stand at, the crossroads. "Wo must now consecrate our lives to ensure that tho world is made secure for mankind. Our work begins to-day."— Aus.-N.Z. Cablo Assu.

THE " EVACUATION" OF PARIS (Bee. June 30, 5.5 p.m.) London, Juno 28. President Wilson sails at noon to-day. The Australian delegation has left for London.-Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. MR. MASSEYIN VOYAGE CONNECTS WITH AMERICAN MAIL STEAMER, (Roe. Juno 30, 9.15 p.m.) London, Jnne 28. A wireless message from Urn Mauretania (.late tlmt Mr. Massey is on hoard.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. feelinglFgermany "DKUTCJIKB ZKITUNG" SOPPRESSED. ■ i'Roc. Juno 30, 11.5 p.m.) Berlin, June 29. I The signature caused little excitement, l'lia issuo of . the newspaper "fieutsches Xeitnnc" was suppressed for publishing a wild article headed "German People' 6 Kfci-onj?o." Herr von Bethmann Ilollweg sent a note to M. Clemenceau, asking to bo tried under Article 227, instead of the I\*ai6er.—Aus.-N.Z. Cablo Awn.

(Rec. June SO, 11.50 p.m.) London, Juno 29. Tlib Berlin newspapers make the briefest of comments on the signing of the Treaty. "Vorwaerts" says:—"lt is not the final peace. Wo shall not carry on the fight with lethal weapons, but an energetic, spiritual fight only." Tho "Detitsehes Zeitung" demands "revenue for this shameful peace.", The "Zeitung" was suspended as a consequence of this outburst.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn.

MARTIAL LAW AT FRANKFORT. (Rtc. June 30, 11.5 p.m.) Amsterdam, June 29. Martial law has been proclaimed in Frankfort. Imperial troops have occupied the Town llall. The Iron Division occupied Hamburg to prevent tho strikers interfering with the incoming food shins.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn..

MR. LLOYD GEORGE'S RETURN ENTHUSIASTIC WELCOME TO PRIME MINISTER (Rec. July 1, 0.30 a.m.) London, June 29. The King, Prince of Wales, Prince Albert. and a vast crowd welcomed Mr. Lloyd George and the other delegates, including Mr. Hughes, at Victoria Station on their return from Paris. Five hundred Australians formed a guard of honour outside the station. Responding to an ovation, Mr. Lloyd Georgo appeared at the upper window of his residence at 10. Downing Street, and said:—"A iust peace has been concluded by the labours and sacrifices of men of all classes, and all races. ' A peace charged with hope has been won for the world. I trust that tiie unity, spirit of concord and co-operation which won the grout peace will continue, and help to establish a new world, won by the sacrifices of millions of valiant men. The hideous slaughter of brave men has ended in a righteous peace. Let thank God, therefore, and rejoice in the great victory i not in the spirit of boastfulness which brought about Germany's downfall, but in the spirit of reverence worthy of. noble sacrifices."—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. ' THE "JOY LOAN" FIFTI' MILLIONS SUBSCRIBED. (Eec. June 30, 11.5 p.m.) London, June 29. Fifty millions were subscribed to the Jov Loan in Trafalgar Square.—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn. ' THE PEACE ANFTHE BLOCKADE (Rec. June 30, 8.35 p m.) Paris, June 29. The Supreme Allied Conner! has notified Germany that the blockade will be lifted automatically as soon as Germany ratifies the Treaty of Peace.—Aus.-N.Z. Assn. AUSTRIA AND THE LEAGUE OF . NATIONS (Rcc. June 30, 8.35 p.m.) Paris, June 23. Dr. Renrier (representing the Austrian delegation) sent a Noto to the Peace Conference demanding Austria's, admittance into the League of Nations on terms of equality with other members.—l"! outer. PEACE REJOICINGS IN SYDNEY (Rec. June 30, 11.50 p.m.) Sydney, Juno 30. The city and shipping wevo guy with flags in celobration of peacc. The firing of 101 guns was followed bv church services on the warships. The GovernorGeneral and Lord ,Jellicoo were present at tho service on board the Now Zealand. Tho Governor-General paid a tribute to tho Navy's services. At noon the crews assembled on the decks and cheered the King, the bands playir* the Allied national anthems. Other capitals and towns , honoured the event.—Press Assn. DE VALERA INTERVIEWED i THE LEAGUE OF NATIONS. (Ree. June 30,' 11.5 p.m.) New York, Juno 25. De Valera,. interviewed, said:—"l favour tlie League, of Nations. I believe that tho present Covenant should be amended, particularly Article X. A clause should be substituted in wliicji members of tho League would agree to hold no nation within its dominion against the will of tho people of that nation."—Aus.-N.Z. Cable Assn..