The Chattanooga news. [volume] (Chattanooga, Tenn.) 1891-1939, 1919-01-03

The morning papers all devoted
their first pages to President Wilson
and his ideals.
The visit is chiefly for bringing
about a recognition of superior ideals
for which the war was fought and
to insure that this would be the last
war. the Tempo says. The paper ex-
plains that this is why the people
are so enthusiastic to see and greet
tho president.
Deputy Terre, writing in the Mes
sagero, says that the society of the
nations of Europe is the only hope
for salvation. 1t is pointed out that
the presidents trip means a new
world and the old countries are eN-
hortcd to adopt larger and higher
ideals than those inspired by single
, nations seeking their own individual
ends.
Faces Busy Day.
Tomorrow will be u busy day for
the distinguished American visitor,
Mr., Wilson, will call upon the dowa-
ger queen, take lunch at the United
6 sstttes embassy and hold an int9-
viaw with Pope Benedict XIV.
The weather was superb through
out the trip, and the journey was
made into Rome without any incident
beyond the tumultuous receptions
given by the people at the various
stations along the route.
In his official greeting. the mayor
welcomed the president as the man
whose generous Intervention decided
the destinies OF humanity"
Many of the merchants closed their
stores. giving a holiday to the en-
ployes.
The royal waiting room at the sta
tion was brilliant with flags. Among
those present in this apartment were
! the king and queen and the Duchess
of Aosta.
Historic Cities.
The train, which had been making
slow journey from the frontier, was
on time, arriving just at l0:30 O'Clock.
Stops had been made at number of
historic cities ON the route, and the
president and Mrs. Wilson keenly en-
| joyed every minute of the ride. They
were particularly interested in the
! beautiful scenery along the route.
AS the train drew into the city,
| amidst the noisy demonstration Of
| the crowds, military aeroplanes and
/ dirigibleS darted back and forth in
| the sky. adding another thrill to the
| occasion.
This evening tine city will be illu-
minated more brightly than at any
other time since the beginning of the
war.
Journalists Arrive.
Many of the American journalists
who were drawn to Rome by the
/ presence of Mr.. Wilson arrived yes
terday, and were entertained by the
Italian newspaper men.
President Wilson's visit to Rome
will not be taken up by social affairs
entirely. as he plans to hold confer
cnces with members Of the govern
ment as he did in London.
Mr.. Wilson not only will confer
with the pope, but with Premier Or
lando and Baron Sonuino, the ItaI-
ian foreign minister, as well.
Passes Through Pisa.
Pisa, Jan. 2.-When Pisa was
reached by the presidential special
tonight Mr.. Wilson and his party had
retired. Count hi Ccllere. Italian
ambassador at Washington, and
Thomas Nelson Page. American ann
bassador TO Italy, descended TO the
station platform and cOnversed with
officials.
The people have been asked not
to disturb the president by cheering
when the train passes through towns
and cities.
Ronfres lighted in honor Of Mr..
Wilson have been seen at many places
along the way.
King Invited by Wilson.
Rome, Jan 3.--kinE Victor En-
manuel has accepted an invitation to
have luncheon with President Wilson
and family at the residence Of Am
bassador PAGE on Friday
Will Call on Pope.
The program arranged for Presi-
dent Wilson's entertainment TODAY
included luncheon with Queen
Mother Marguerite a reception by
the parliament and a state dinner
with King Victor Emmanuel follow
ing the visit 10 the president Of
dcputation from the Quirinal
In the evening the citizenship 9f
Rome will be conferred upon tho
American executive.
On Saturday there will be a lunch
con at the American embassy in
honor Of the president. This also is
The day set for his visit to Pope
Benedict and for his reception 20
Protestant bodies at the American
church. He Will take dinner with the
court. The president expects to leave
for Genoa Sunday and will possibly
go to Milan. Monday he will arrive
at Turin. where he will make short
visit, leaving for Paris Monday night
The president enjoyed greatly the
rest which the trip afforded him.
Both he and Mrs Wilson spent much
Of their time looking at the scenery
from the car windows.
Newspapers Welcome.
Rome. Thursday, Jan. e.--News-
Papers here unite in their Welcome
Of President Wilson. The Giornele