 |
| |
|
|
JamesJKirk
|
 |
Dixon, CA USA
Jan 1970
time: 21:17
|
|
Naval Battles around Iberia
To separate incidents have occured recently near territories still held by General AI between his loyalists and the British Navy. The first involved 2 light cruisers, one British, one Spanish, off the coast of still-pacified La Palma. The Loyalist ship was sunk by the British cruiser after a tought battle, it is now heading to port for repairs. The other involved the shelling of La Coruna by a British battlefleet, confirming earlier reports that such ships were heading that way.
Political Future Still Uncertain, Kirk Offers No Clear Statement
[b] Kirk raises questions over whether a nation can hold a valid claim and sell land which it does not hold. Upon hearing of Italy's plans to sell it's territories of Cartagena and Valencia, as well as rebel-held La Palma, cite of several recent naval battles between the British and AI, Kirk jokingly asked his ministers that if King Case could do that, then he has "A great deal on Rome for any interested bidders as well." A hearty laugh was shared, and then the Provisional Prime Minister went to bed.
|
|
| |
|
|
|
JamesJKirk
|
|
Dixon, CA USA
Jan 1970
time: 21:17
|
|
Press Release from 10 Downing Street
PM Kirk, did apoligize today for the rashness of his language to the Italians regarding La Palma, but made clear his point stands: One cannot sell land he does not hold. If there are no regular standards and procedures in this regard, then such cases become arbitrary and hold the potential for great problems. If we go by Italy's proclaimed standard "that Italy has paid for the island with the blood of the Italian sailors killed during the opening phase of the liberation of Spain," then Britain holds the same right to the island, as it's Navy had to hunt down the ships Italy negligently allowed to be built, maintained and patrol the coast of the Italian sphere. Perhaps then Italy owes Britain compensation for their negligence? Either way about it, the British government, as well as her citizens say that the Italian case for selling land she does not control is tedious at best.
Also, Kirk chided "King" Case for his apparent mocking of Kirk's doctorate, proclaiming that he wears his title with honor, as it shows that he had to work to get where he is today, rather than having his position in society and government annointed upon him at birth.
|
|
| |
|
|
|
JamesJKirk
|
|
Dixon, CA USA
Jan 1970
time: 21:17
|
|
We at the Guardian have been able to get a hold of, from an unnamed government source, photos of a British cruiser patrolling near the Italian coast of Spain and finding a cruiser flying the flag of General AI's rebellious forces at the coast of Cartagena. We, along with the public at large, and many MPs of all parties are outraged that our sailors should be fighting and dying to make up for Italian carelessness in their sphere of influence. Many analysts say that La Palma is a hotbed of anarchist and immoral activity, and that rather than using our power to protect Italians from their own stupidity, the island should be seized without haste. We'll let our readers judge whether Italian feebleness is a justifyable cause for our brave sailors to lost their lives for.
A rebel cruiser spotted on the coast of Italian Spain, the second in months, sources say
A British cruiser approaches, shocked that such a ship could be allowed to be built and set sail
Not being fully prepared for the prospect of the existence of Spanish forces, Britain emerges victorious, but at the cost of thousands of British lives
For King (Case) and Country, indeed.
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
|
JamesJKirk
|
|
Dixon, CA USA
Jan 1970
time: 21:17
|
|
Kirk today asserted his support for the continent-wide 'War on Pollution' and reminded European leaders that it's not only necessary to be reactive and clean up current environmental disasters, but to take preventative measures to stop these disasters from occuring in the first place. "Technologies and infrastructure improvements that we build today will ensure our future prosperity and that of generations to come" Kirk was quoted as saying. A top team of environmental specialists are planning on to survey the current state of the environment in Europe and propose a comprehensive list of actions that need to be taken by governments later this month.
In responce to the criticism King Case of Italy had over the Guardian newpaper's stance over the Palma issue, the Guardians editorial board issued a short reply to Case's statement on Britain's role in Italy's colonial defence, which was as follows, "If Britain, the worlds premier maritime power, cannot sustain a simple blockade then the Italian government fears for the safety of the British people." The editorial board responded, "That was our point, an blockage or naval action in your so-called sphere of influence should not be left to us, our tax money, or our fighting men's lives. Italy's negligence to take control of what it considers it's own, regardless of whether they have the means to take control, should not be the problem of Britain. Nor should Italy be entitled to any land it cannot hold. This principle was set nearly twenty years ago at the Berlin Conference: Spheres of influence and control of territory can be recognized, but is meaningless unless the nation in question has the military means to prove their control, which Italy has utterly failed in doing."
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
|
JamesJKirk
|
|
Dixon, CA USA
Jan 1970
time: 21:17
|
|
Democracy Returns to Britain, Celebrations Planned
Prime Minister Kirk has dropped the "provisional" from his title, as he announced Britain's return to democracy on New Year's Day, keeping good to his word. Elections were held later in the month, and Kirk's Lib-Lab coalition won handily. However, Kirk's numbers were suprisingly low in the European territories, were the SDP-Zentrum banner fared poorly in relation to extremist parties such as the SDP splinter Communists, and several far-right nationalist parties. Kirk brushed off critics who said Europeans were given the vote too soon, saying Britain just had to work harder to give the Danes, Dutch and Germans a stake in the system. Outside of Portugal and Gibraltar, Spainish cities were unable to vote. In many parts of Britain, people were heard to be planning for celebrations in honor of Kirk which will take place in March.
New Mission of Trade Urged
With the formation of a functioning government, Britain has embarked on a mission to greatly expand international trade. A horde of freighters are being produced rapidly to send to foreign lands. The government expressed optimism that this will in turn lead to more trade coming our way as well.
Britain Embarks on Mission to Rely on Munitions Plants
Conscious of the need to produce goods in more efficient and eco-friendly methods, a public-private initiative has been announced that wherever possible, Munitions Plants will be built in place of Steel Mills. There is also talk of replacing Steel Mills that already exist with Munitions Plants as well. Other nations have been urged to make the same changes to their policies and thus prevent environmental catastrophe. Wherever necessary, Britain has made the pledge to provide the technology for this improvement. In other news, the pollution around Manchester has been properly cleaned.
Govt Pleased with Resolution of Spanish Issue, Critics Criticise on Palma
British troops finally made it into La Coruna, following another round of shelling the city from battleships. Around Iberia, garrisons were said to be euphoric, although some wondered if there wasn't more to do while General AI still has safe refuges. Downing Street issued a statement saying it was pleased with the resolution of this conflict, and at hearing Italy's pledge to properly occupy the anarchist haven of La Palma before selling it. Critics however, made much of the report that a British troop vessal was in range of the defenseless island and refused to seize it. Kirk dismissed these critics as "Buffoons, without the knowledge of the slightest matter of political concern."
 Attachment: uk1903jan.net
This has been downloaded 1 time(s).
|
|
| |
|
| |
All times are GMT. The time now is 05:17.
Apolyton Time is 00:17. |
top of page
|
| archivepost |
|
Forum Rules:
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
|
HTML code is ON
vB code is ON
Smilies are ON
[IMG] code is ON
|
|
|
|
|
|
09-04-2002 12:05
Attachment: 
|
