In a shocking turn of events, a brewing scandal is threatening to topple German Vice Chancellor Karl Helfferich from his position. The General Anzeiger of Dusseldorf is predicting his resignation within weeks, if not sooner. Tensions are running high in German parliamentary circles, fueled by the Chancellor’s address to the Reichstag main committee on October 8, 1917. Dr. Helfferich had denied allegations that officials were secretly promoting the ‘New Fatherland Party’ and its movement in favor of a German peace. But the damage had already been done.
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Key Facts
- State: National
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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