The entire dependence of all the Lorraine iron and steel works upon Germany for fuel supplies "places them," says the Report, "in a very unenviable position." [55] Arts.

264, 265, 266, and 267.

These provisions can only be extended beyond five years by the Council of the League of Nations.
[56] Art.

268 (_a_).
[57] Art.

268 (_b_) and (_c_).
[58] The Grand Duchy is also deneutralized and Germany binds herself to "accept in advance all international arrangements which may be concluded by the Allied and Associated Powers relating to the Grand Duchy" (Art.