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THE OREGON DAILY JOURNAL, PORTLAND, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER .- 23, 1919.- Speeial-Gables From The Journal- FRENCH-BRITISH 0 SECRET PACT IS HELD IMAGINARY Professor Murray Says Countries Have No Agreement to Combine Against Germany as Charged. DIPLOMATIC NOTES ARE CITED Red Agent Claims Secret Treaty Is Still in Operation; Reply to Him Clarifies Situation. By Edward Price Bell fpecial Cable to -The Journal and The Chleafo Dall Newt Cooyrlght. 1019. by Chicago Dfl Ne Co.) London, England, Sept. 2 2. Pro cessor Gilbert Murray, whose know ledge of British diplomacy, like his Integrity, Is of the first order, la indignant over the effort In Ger many and In certain quarters In Eng land to make out that there was a necret treaty or agreement between Kngland and France, pledging Eng land to support France In a war against Germany and that the deni als of th,e Asquith government on this 8ubje)t were untrue. "The facts are well known," said the professor today," In 1905 the French government, alarmed at what seemed to be an aggressive attitude on the part of Germany, directed Ambassador Paul Cambon to ask Sir Edward Grey, then minister of foreign affairs, for definite promise of military support In case of an unprovoked attack by Germany, SL'CH 8CPPOKT REFl'SEl) "Grey refused, both on the constitu tional ground that no British foreign minister had the power to give such a promise, and on the ground that In the event of danger of war arising the com mons and the country must be free to decide at the actual time whether or not they would have war. Prime Minister Sir Henry' Campbell-Bannerman, whom Grey consulted, took the same view, and M. Cambon entirely accepted it. "Then M. Cambon put forward his second point. 'Granted.' he said, 'that you cannot give any pledge binding the country beforehand, still It is obvious that th danger of an unprovoked at tack by Germany is a real danger. Sup pose It occurs, and suppose then that you wish to come to our aid you will not be able to do so unless we have made beforehand some joint study of the situation. I do not ask you to agree to help, but I do ask you to con sider with us beforehand what form your help may most effectively take if you do give If. It will be too late to consider such questions Wheti the time comes.' "Grey agreed again, after consultation with CamDbell-Bannerm&n, that It would not do in case of a German attack- to be taken unprepared. "Conversations followed between the French and English staffs, and plans were made for the landing. If necessary, of an expeditionary force. At the same time Secretary .Grey wrote a formal letter and received a similar letter from Ambassador Cambon, stating definitely that the conversation and discussions of contingent plans in no way constituted a pledge. If an English force was ever sent It was to consist of six divisions. "Now comes a statement by M. Pok rowsky. official Bolshevist editor, that In a privnte interview between Secretary Grey and the Russian minister of foreign affairs, M. Sazonof, in 1912, Grey as sured Saxonof that Kngland was bound by a secret agreement to support France in case of war with Germany. Pokrow sky was not. present, and omits to say what Is his authority. As a matter of fact his statement Is demonstrably wrong. It is clear from the diplomatic correspondence of July, 1914, that the French government knew of no such agreement. As late as July, 1914, two years after the alleged interview de scribed by Pokrowsky, Paul' Cambon was asking Grey to make such an agree ment, and Grey was refusing. It la equally sure from the diplomatic cor respondence that M. Sazonof knew of no such agreement, simply, of course, because there was none." , SHANTUNG ISSUE AROUS S INTEREST OF FRENCH HEADS Reported News That America Had Asked Japan for Definite Withdrawal Date Discussed. CHINESE VIEW IS GIVEN Admiral Kolchak Is Target for Assassin London, Sept. 23. (U. P.) A wireless dispatch from Moscow today reported that an attempt had been made to as sassinate Admiral Kolchak, head of the Omsk government. A bomb was thrown into a guard room, killing six and injur ing 12 soldiers, the message said. . The admiral escaped uninjured. More Certain Promise of Japan Needed to Promote Harmony Between the Oriental Nations. Blackmailers Are Operating in France Paris. (By Mail.) A secret Chinese society, known as the "White Wolves," end similar in Its workings to the Italian "Black Hand." has been unearthed by the police. The society Is said to deal in robbery and murder and that the vic tims were strangled when they failed to pay tribute to the society. The organi sation extorted money from the Chinese coolies and its ramifications extended into Algeria. The "White Wolves" have been operating chiefly among the coolies rear Toulon, Marseiljes and N'ce. By Henry J. Smith Special Cable to The Journal and The Chicago Daily isewa. (Copyright, 1919. by Chicago Daily News Co.) Paris, France, Sept. 23. The Shantung question is having its day here as the result of a five line dis patch quoting a Japanese newspaper to the effect that America had asked Japan to fix a definite date for the return of Klauchau to China. The report is credited in Paris the more because of the fact, not known to many, that efforts are being made to influence the Japanese delega tion to urge the Toklo government to fix such a date. A Japanese of ficial confirmed this, saying plaint ively: "We have promised to with draw and now they want us to say when." DEFINITE PROMISE DESIRED It is recognized that a more definite promise by Japan would go far to re move the alleged odium of the Shantung clause and if harmony were accom plished between the two Oriental na tions the clause would no longer figure as one of the leading subjects of the Washington wrangle. Hence everyone who can by argument and persuasion Influence the situation is busy. But the mere fixing of the date of the with drawal will not satisfy the Chinese. The view of that nation's representatives here Is as follows : "It is not enough for Japan to say when she will give us Klauchau. We must have also a definite statement of her political and economic Intentions. There must be a clear distinction made between these, for Japan is likely to say in the future that such and such is political, when we supposed it merely economic We believe that America is really friendly to China and" hope she will not agree .to any half way settle ment." More fuel has been added to the dis cussion by a conspicuous article in Le Figaro by DenyV Cochin, a memoer oi the French academy, who reviews his tory to the disadvantage of China. He cites the special interest of Japan In China and refers to the agreement be tween Secretary Lansing and Ambas sador Ishii of November 2, 1917, in which the "United States realized" that Japan possesses such special interests. The occasion of this article Is incomprehen sible to the Chinese, who declare that their territorial rights are not connected with their attitude early in the war. The JaDanese hail Cochin's word gleefully and reason that Lansing could not have said the unkind things about Shantung credited to him by William C. Bullitt. 'GERMAN FACTORIES UNABLE TO PROMISE DELIVERY OF GOODS Uncertainty of Importations and Unrest of Workers Keeps Conditions Unsettled. RENOUNCES 600.000 KING VICTOR OF ITALY AND ROYAL PROPERTY Gift to the Nation Represents Several Million Dollars and In cludes Historic Palaces. Fall Fashions for Young Men Young men with an eye for Fashion, and who think in terms of quality, are finding this institu tion their haven for good clothes. Fabrics of dependable quality, smartly tailored into single and double breasted models new ideas in waistlines form fitting, full skirted coats of popular English design, are here featured in boundless variety. A Moderate Price Range From $25 to $75 P r, ismcm MEN S WEAR Corbett Bldg., Fifth and Morrison Fashionable Neckwear ' Men who appreciate the dress aid of a smart scarf will indorse our showing. Rich, heavy silks in the season's most favored color tones. 75c to $4 By Mario Bona Special Cbl to The J on mil and The Cliicega Daily Xewa. (Copyright. 1819. by Chicago Daily New Co.) Milan, Italy. Sept. 22. The reading in the chamber of deputies by Premier Nitti of the letter in which King Victor Emmanuel offers to give the nation a part of the royal property produced a fine impression. The king, who has al ways been respected for his democratic temperament and sever domestic vir tues, " became popular during the war for sharing the soldier' struggles and emotions during three years. Besides the 3.O00.OC0 lire ($600,000) re nounced by him In the civil list, the patrimony given to the state now em braces one large chateau, 12 royal pal aces, four villas, 14 farms and private houses, hunting lodges and six large properties comprising parks and gar dens. The gift represents several mil lion dollars. The chateau given is Moncallerl, sit uated picturesquely on a hill where King Victor Emmanuel I died. The best known palaces are the Palazzlo Pitti In Florence and Capldodlmonte at Naples, which recently was the residence of the Dutchess of Aosta. Among the famous villas Is that of Monza, in which the assassinated King Humbert died. The king has also given to the state all the royal boxes in the theatres in Milan, Genoa, Venice, Naples and Flor ence, retaining only one In Rome. This Is perhaps his least privation, the king being well known for his aversion for theatres. The lands given are estimated at 8547 hectares (21.367 acres). The properties are designed mainly as a benefit to the national fund for the army. 'How Long, 0 Lord, How Long?' Dutch Authorities' Query By Leopold Aletrlao. Special Cable to T.ie Journal and The Chicago Daily New. iCnMTlilit. 1B19. bf Chicago Daily Nr Co. Amsterdam. Holland. Sept. 00. The visit of the former German crown prin ces to Wierlngen and Amerongen has brought to the foreground the question of how much longer the crown prince and kaiser are to remain compulsory guests of Holland, l unaersianu mat the Dutch authorities intend to approve visira taknn hv the allies concerning the royal refugees. They are wondering if internment Is still necessary, as me extradition of the kaiser has not been discussed for some time. If the allies renounce the trial of tie former empe ror his internment will become unneces sary as soon as the peace treaty becomes effective. offices in Oregon but sells through mail and express, the American Chain company of Bridgeport, Conn., has filed : suit in the United States court to restrain Sheriff T. M. Hurlburt of Multnoman county trom collecting; a SIS. 48 tax based on a $10,000 assess ment on money, notes and accounts here. Chain Company Files Suit Declaring that it does not maintain By Gordon Sttlet 6pecial Cible to Th- Journal and The Chicago Daily News (Copyright, 1919, by Chicago Daily Ne Co.) Berlin. Germany. Sept. 14. (Via Co penhagen, Denmark, Sept. 19.) Amer ican business men who are seeking to buy goods in Germany are having their troubles. Today I had a talk, with Elmer R. Murphy, president of James YL Rhodes & Co. of Chicago, who ar rived last night from Copenhagen. His firm? previous to. the war, bought large (tiiantities of chemicals and other sup plies from German manufacturers and now wish to obtain the same line of goods. "The trouble is," said Mr. Murphy, "that while we are ready to buy an enormous amount of goods we can get no satisfactory information as to quan tity, price or date of delivery. The German manufacturers can promise nothing. )ne factory from which we once bought regularly two carloads a month can at present let us have only 10 cases or one twelfth of a carload and cannot ssty when the second shipment can be made. "The Industrial people to whom I have talked today were all at sea. The uncertainty as to influx of raw mate rials, the steady decline in the value of the mark and the shifting scale of wages combined to turn their hair gray and to render it impossible for them to make agreements on which foreign buyers can depend." Mr. Murphy was favorably Impressed by the willingness of German workmen to do their utmost to achieve an 'output and he thinks that it points toward the eventual settlement of the war liabilities. He remarked on the great numbers of British who are here for commercial purposes, but was rather skeptical about German goods finding favor in England for some time to come. He Is leaving for London on Tuesday by way of Holland. Conference Between Dutch and Belgian Delegates Peaceful By Leopold Aletrlno Special Cable to The Journal and The Chicago Daily News. (Copyright, ,1919, by Chicago Daily News Co.) Amsterdam, Holland, Sept. 22. From a competent person who maintains close relations with the Dutch delegation In Paris I am told that the negotiations between the Belgian, and Dutch dele gates which were resumed last week will soon be brought to a happy conclusion. The supreme council succeeded in find ing a modus vivendi. The main argu ment of the Dutch delegates was that the Belgian demands were In contradic tion to the conclusion of the allied com mission on June 4 to the effect that the revision of the treaties of 1839 should not imply the transfer of territory or the creation of International servitudes. As to the first question the Belgian delegates adhered to the decision of June 4', but the question of International serv itude remained. My Informant said that the Dutch delegates again emphasized the fact that the Belgian interpretation wss rather elastic and that they con sidered any restriction m tne use or Dutch sovereign rights as being in con tradiction to the June decision. It ha been decided now that the negotiations will be carried on by the Dutch and Belgian delegates in Paris and not by the authorities in Brussels and The Ham The Dutch Eovernment exDects that the Belgian delegates will give up any veiled claim to Dutch districts (a secret note from the Belgian foreign of fice to general neaaquaners anowea that Belgium Unofficially insisted upon the annexation of Dutch territories) and will bring their demands concerning international servitude into harmony with the allied conclusions. B J) esinoi does wonders for poor complexions Does a poor complexion stand be tween yen and po polarity --good times success ? Resinol Ointment and Resi nol Soap do not work miracles, but they do make red, rough, ptmpiy skins dearer, fresher and more attractive. Use them regularly for a few days and see how yoar complexion improves. Sold bt all mrcis 4 dealers in teflet eia, Trial lrc Write PepC 4-S, V ae-ol. Itiltiewwt. 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