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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1918
Page
1
Dispatches indicate General von Gallwitz may lead a separate army group on the western front to face American forces south of the Verdun sector. Allied observers report the move aims to counter the American advance and influence the conflict in that region.
United Press dispatches from Amsterdam and Washington report unusual activity along the Italian front. Budapest papers cite authoritative sources for an Austro German offensive and troop transfers from Romania to Italy as weather delays abate.
Salt Lake City reports that 400 ewes valued at $20,000 belonging to J. W. Imlay died in Hurricane Utah from poisoning. Sheep growers urge the state livestock board to send the State Veterinarian to investigate, alleging German agents orchestrated the deaths.
House majority leader Kitchen predicted Congress will adjourn by July 1, noting that needed legislation can pass by then if members limit speeches. He expressed confidence that the chamber can finish business this session.
Washington April 5 a special draft call was sent from the provost marshal general's office for 400 photographers to serve with the signal corps in France.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered an investigation into Postal Telegraph and other telegraph firms. The probe will cover organization and financial conditions of concerns incorporated in nearly every state. The Western Union name is not mentioned specifically.
E W Stone mayor of Cheyenne urges all businesses and individuals to close Saturday April 6 from noon to 4 pm in a citywide display of loyalty and support for the nation’s war effort. The proclamation aligns local action with national and state leadership.
Cheyenne gears up for a large patriotic parade amid heavy snow. Twenty three divisions form the lineup with police, band, cadets, Boy Scouts, veterans groups, officials, and Liberty loan committees leading. Stores close at noon with city offices drifting to 1 PM closures. Mayor Stone urges full turnout for a 1 16 PM assembly.
The German-Dutch frontier will be closed for a week, announced today. Heavy troop movements followed the frontier closure as Germany and its ally adjust border controls and military posture.
Washington April 5 Will Clements a Negro janitor for the committee on Public Information claimed self defense as he was arrested today charged with killing Jamoa King a night watchman for the committee.
With American Army forces in France the United Press reports April progress as U S troops hold a sector on the right bank of the Meuse within sound of the upb at Verdun. Wilson tells Sammies that the U S knows they will win amid the push in the Verdun area.
Chairman Hays of the Republican National Committee arrives from Denver and speaks at the Atlas Theater in Cheyenne on Liberty Loan support. He is greeted by a large Republican crowd and dines at the Plain Hotel. The dispatch notes battlefield activity and a Wilson message published in Stars and Stripes.
Walter Headlee a self confessed deserter from the US Army and Gust Kondaks taxi driver were involved in a Dec 7 shooting. Judge Mentzer sentenced Headlee to 21 to 26 years in the penitentiary while accomplices were also sentenced later that day.
New YorkApril 5 The Cunard liner Valeria has been sunk in the trip noted by a press dispatch received here today. The report gives no details on casualties or the exact location.
President Wilson plans the second draft of war fighters and will issue a proclamation this week notifying 800140 registered men to hold themselves ready for service. The first great call will be about 150000 to start moving late this month with 300000 to 400000 likely by July 1.
News wires indicate Austrian parliament members have opened communications with President Wilson and progressed beyond Parl statement. Reports from Berlin and Vienna mention Premier Clemenceau’s delegate Count Armand meeting Austrian officials in Amsterdam as part of peace discussions.
A small Japanese force landed from cruisers into Vladivostok harbor in Siberia to protect life and property after disorder among Russians. The American consul reported the action as a protective measure in the port city.
A mob hanged Robert Praeger in Collinsville after allegations of socialist and disloyal remarks about President Wilson. The unmasked crowd, led by local citizens, invoked lynch law to punish him. Nearby Maryville reports the incident as part of rising tensions.
Washington reports a national appraisement board of Lieut. Col. John Dean and Lieut. Col. R. Montgomery was appointed to value government commandeered property and act as national utilities commission. Steps toward fixing cotton fabric prices will be taken at a War Industries and Cotton Manufacturers meeting Wednesday, the War Industries Board said.
A Frisco passenger train derailed at a washout caused by a severe storm, killing one and injuring twenty one in Hugo Oklahoma. The dead man is Ollie Welch, guagemaster of Mowelte, Massachusetts. World trade boycott planned against tectons announced by the War Trade Board.
Police raids against the I W W and allied gathering places in Spokane capture 80 alleged members by noon as authorities press a determined drive on the group.
Fragmentary text references press challenges and war front drives. Mentions Hindenburg, Mackensen, and Holland women near war tours. Lacks coherent events or dates. reads as disjointed clippings with questionable phrases and incomplete names.
A old military guard for the prison at Mount Olgothorpe Georgia is reported as sending 21 Hun agents to prison. The April date appears in the caption and the article notes wartime era actions by authorities.
Fragmentary weather note reports a cold front moving south and veering toward Wyoming. Details on temperatures wind or precipitation are unclear due to damaged text.
Allied and French reports describe a massive German assault near Amiens with up to 180000 troops repelled. French lines advanced west of Castel, recaptured ground at Arrencourt wood, and held positions north of Montrenaud amid heavy fighting from Chivesnes to the Somme.
Reports from France describe British forces near Albert along the railway toward Amiens repelling German movements as artillery shells strike along the road southwest of Albert. Observers note uncertain German plans for a possible assault while Allied troops maintain positions on the embankment and along the Ancre valley.
Melbourne report states that twenty seven overseas and fifty four coastal ships have been placed at the disposal of the British government. The announcement adds that these vessels will support Britain’s naval and maritime needs during the ongoing duties.
San Francisco report says Hay Dot of Tolo Kisen Kaisha travels to Washington to discuss releasing several Japanese steamers for American service. The ships will be handed to the U S government on arrival, adding almost 100000 tons to allied shipping. Washington orders 100 percent steel ship plate deliveries to EMERGENCY FLEET corp to speed shipbuilding.
Washington April 5 Ninety eight lumber companies most of them to the middle west were warned by the federal trades commission today to abandon certain objectionable order practices.
President Wilken is believed to address Russia with a word of encouragement as diplomatic channels cite recent talks with Charles Crane and White House adviser Home Starvation. Reports from Moscow warn of famine with bread reserves vanishing and officials seeking relief from neighboring nations.
Arson is suspected in a large Kansas City fire that caused extensive damage. Authorities say the blaze began in a building housing multiple operations and rapidly spread, destroying property and alarming residents.
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