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THE PREMIER'S RETURN.

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London, June 201 There were memorable scenes on the occasion of the Prime Ministar proceeding to Parlantent on his return trou Paris. A large crowd assembled outside the official residence: in Downing Street and overlowed to. Whitehall Cheering began as Mr. Lloyd George was seen to enter a car. The. vehicle proceeded with difficulty the people pressing round and tremendously orating the occupant. These demonstra tions were renewed by members of the House on the Premier entering the chamber. Almost the entire House rose and cheered repeatedly and waved order papers. The Liberal opposition and Labourites momentarily remained seated bat after being constantly enjoined to du honour to the Premier

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redoubled the course of which most of the Labourites The exceptions were the Liberals, Mr. Kenworthy and Mr. Hodge. The members shen broke out into the National Anthem in which the occupants of the galleries and reporters joined. After three hip-hip-burrals Mr. MacLean welcomed and congratulated Mr. Lloyd George on his return from as arduous any responsible labours as any British Minister had ever undertaken. (Loud Cheers). The Premier looked pale and tired, and was again orated on rising. He movingly acknowledged the reception and referred to the Treaty as the most comprehensure and most far-reaching docament ever.. concluded, whether from the standpoint of the number and might of the contracting nations or the innate variety of Interests or whether they regarded the great promising new experiment therein' embodied which might alter the whole character of affairs of the world and give a new turn to the destiny of mankind.s

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The Premier alluded to the gigantic character of the interests involved and the fear that had been felt lest any failing by his part shaglā” prejudice the country.. He ai nounced the Government's intention to introduce a Bill on July if possible giving effect to the Treaty. (Loud cheers). Mr. Seddon hoped the fact would be recorded that Mr. Neil MacLean on this historie occasion had remained seated and shown disrespect to the Crown to which he had signed fealty,

THE POLISH TREATS.

Paris, June 30.

M. Clemenceau bus sent a letter to M. Paderewski trans- mitting the Polish Treaty for signature in connection with Article G of the German Treaty. He points out that the Polish Treaty does not constitute a fresh departure' in “ negotiating with the newly created state, and quotes prece denta therefore. The new Treaty differs in form from the earlier convertions owing to the establishment of the League of Nations and owing to new situations which have arisen. The Polish articles deal with guarantees of full privileges of citizenship to all genuine residents in the territory transfer- red to Polish Sovereignty and with a provision of discrimina tion against Polish citizens differing by religion. language or race from the large mass of the population. The next article deals with minorites such as Polish citizens of German origin Two further clauses deal specifically with Jewish citizens in Poland, for whom special protection appears to be necessary. Economic Clauses have been drafted with, a view to facilitating the establishment of equitable commer- cial relations between Poland and the other Allies, without securing any special advantages for the Allies as against other members of the League of Nations M., Clemenceau expresses the sincere satisfaction of the Allies at the re-estab Fishment of an Independent Poland and announces that the Treaty with Poland will be signed at the same time as the Treaty of Peace with Germany,

SIR DOUGLAS HAIG DN PENSIONS:

London, July 1.

Giving evidence before the Committee of Inquiry into Peasiona Administration Sir Douglas Haig scathingly denounced the present system of providing fer sufferers of the war and declared that many disabled officers were absolutely starving and soldiers' familier were lifing in abject poverty. He urged more generous State provision for such sufferers. including "a flat rate of at least £9 weekly for totally disabled men.

THE CABLE CENSORSHIP.

London, July 1.

In the House of Commons at question time Mr. Churchill "stated that the cable censorship would be relaxed very short- ly. He emphasised that the Government had given most earnest attention to this most, argent and most important question with a view to relieving the public and the commer- eial world of this impediment as early as was consistent with the safety of the country.

SERVICE OF INDIANS.

London, June 30.

In the House of Commons replying to Col Yate the Hoa. E S. Montagu said the Raj during the investigation of conditions of service of Indians would consider the ques tion of giving immediate relief by the Government providing all charges, also free forage, free quarters or lodging allow. ances. Eccording to rank, the abolition of mess fand subscrip- tions, more liberal rules with regard to travelling, and the detention of allowances.

INTERNATIONAL MESSAGE.

Paris, June 30. Replying to a message from King George M. Pomcare said France rejoices at peace which, following upon a lon comradeship, will permit the French and English nations collaborats with confident intimacy for progress

ang Alfonso telegraphed the Spain shares the France with her heroically

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INDIANS IN THE TRANSYAAL

London June 30

In the use of Commons replying to Mr. Bennett with regard to representations of Transmaat Indians with regardl to the recent Asiatics Trading Aet Capt Amery stated that it was a matter of controversy, how far the Act continued the diminution of existing legal rights of Indiana in the Trans vial or merely prevented Indians from evading the existing legislation. Anyhow he sincerely trusted it would not have the suggested effect of creating resentment in India.

THE PRIZE RING,

London, June 30.

At the National Sporting Club in the Bantamweight Championship of Britain, twenty rounds, Walter Ross of Glassgow beat Tommy Noble of Bermondsey, the holder, in the tenth round.

CONDITIONS IN GERMANY. 4

London, July 1, Reports of British officers on the economic conditions prevailing in Germany have been issued in a White Paper describing the visit to Silesia in April. The officers report that Germany possesses a sound case for claiming early" relief. There is a genuine shortage of stayde foodstuffs and the health of the population has suffered seriously during. the last three years and the stage has been reached, when the working classes can no longer be trusted to keep peace. Count Rantzau interviewed repeated the statement he made -- to the secret Cabinet meeting in January that Bokkerism is the only subject over which Germany and the Entente car possibly meet at the Conference Table and art conjointly in the interests of all

Berlin, July 1.

The strike of tramways of the city and railways began this morning. The city is deprived of practically all its means of transport. Papers state that the strike movement, was organised by the ex-Chief of Police Eichhorn and engineered by Communists with funds supplied by the Hungarisa Soviet Republic, part whereof was also sent to Hamburg. Speaking at meeting of the Independent Socialists · in Berlin Herr Haase and Herr Hoffmann urged the workers to prepare for the establishment of a Proletarian Dictator- ship.

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Following food disturbances. excesses."occured Bielefeld. The mob occupied the Town Hall and rail-station and forced a number of works to close down. They seized quantities of rides and ammunition. Two were killed and a number injured.

Berlin, June 30.

Herr Noske has prohibited the sale of arms and ammuni- tion în districts under martial law and, has ordered that acts of terrorism and interruption of traffic and railways. be most strongly suppressed.

JAPAN AND GERMANY,

Paris, July 1.

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With regard to the recent discredited "rumour secret Germano-Japanese Treaty it is authoritatively stated that Germany during the war made several very tempting offers to Japan to change sides. Perhaps the most important thereof was made in 1917-whea, Germany offered Japan a free hand in the Dutch Colonies including Java and Sumatra. The British Government on learning this communicated it to the Dutch Government. These offers received no considera- tion by the Japanese Government.

HUNGARIAN COUNTER-REVOLUTION.

Paris, Jane 30.

A wellknown neutral from Budapest declared that the recent counter-revolution broke out prematurely owing to the work of Belakun's agents and provocateurs. A night of terror followed the collapse. Terrorists dragged people from their homes where the counter revolutionary colours were flown and slaughtered over four hundred. The Soviet however is only saved temporarily as the hatred of the work- ers must again blaze out against the Soviet. Belakun is only supported by the rabble.

RUMANIA AND HUNGARY.

Berne, June 25.

Rumania has informed the Peace Conference that she is unable to withdraw her troops to the line, of demarcation as long as she has no guarantee that Hungary will carry out her engagements.

Copenhagen, July 1

A message from Budapest says in accordance with life Allies instructions Hungarian troops have began to evacuate Czecho-Slovak territory.

HAMBURG OCCUPIED.

Copenhagen. July 1.

A message from Hamburg states Lettow-Vorbecks troops

the occupied city without fighting.

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FUKUSHIMA SPINNING MILL FOR SALE

It is reported that that the Fu- kushima Spinning Mill, in Osaka, which has been contemplating a radical reform for some time past, has now decided to sell its works to a party headed by Mr. J. Yamamoto The sale is to be effected at Y100 per spindle. At present the mill has about 17,800 spindles and the total value of sale is therefore, estimated, to amount to about Y1,800,000. The handing over of the works is expected to take place one year after the conclu- sion of the contract and the mill will probably come under the control of the new management] about the summer of next year.

THE STEEL MARKET.

The steel market in Japan on June 19 showed favourable indications of improvement. Sheets were up to. Y. 12.50 per 101 kwamme. Plates were weak and could be obtained at the same fgure. Shipbuilders business

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