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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1917
Page
1
Governor Frank L. Hows yesterday proposed municipal gardens as a means to boost food production. He urged every municipality to set aside garden areas and employ chain gang labor, redirecting street work and tramp labor to cultivate crops and reduce fines via garden output.
The Wyoming branch of the council of national defense will meet with Governor Frank L. Howe at 8 o'clock this morning to outline plans for the Increase.
London April 16 Admiral Sir John Jellicoe former commander of the British grand fleet calls for American help in war against German submarines noting the best hunting ground is across the Atlantic and praising American inventive genius to supplement allied efforts He says saving tonnage and securing supplies must guide all actions while new methods take time and effort
Fosco, an Italian shot here recently, was killed after being shot again in Sagauche, Colo. Saccomona, an Italian friend, sought vengeance after Fosco betrayed his wife and left her with a dying note urging pursuit.
A Wyoming wool purchase plan for U S military use advances as a federal committee studies pricing and quality standards with officials including Senator Kendrick and B M Baruch. They expect a scoured wool price around 1.10 to 1.35 per pound and consider easing standards to avoid imports, aligning output with army needs.
George Legg, a young farmer living with his parents near here, shot himself with a 22 caliber rifle Wednesday evening. He had been at work in the fields during the day and left a father, mother and a brother. The death is ruled a suicide with no stated reason.
COPENHAGEN reports the bread ration reduction in Germany has taken effect and sparked workman discontent with threats of strike. Amsterdam notes Berlin declares eteikes in metal wood industrial and transport sectors including major munitions factories. general business in pot city remains unaffected and tram traffic runs normally.
Washington April 16 A presidential proclamation warns all citizens and aliens against treason and concealment of treasonable acts. It cites criminal code provisions and court actions and promises vigorous prosecution for any violations.
Maj. Gen. Leonard Wood named to represent the army in the committee greeting the British commissioners led by Foreign Minister Balfour. White House plans the reception with President Wilson to meet the visitors, while state and navy officials also prepare. Tentative House military committee votes favor provisions for volunteers in the army plan based on the draft system. a substitute will be considered with two absentees.
The Interstate Commerce Commission set April 20 for the first hearing on a proposed fifteen percent general increase in freight rates. Washington, D. C., April 15.
British forces report a coordinated front assault in western France with plans worked out by Generals Nivelle and staff. Indications point to an offensive between Soissons and Champagne amid heavy artillery duels and reconnaissance. The German HQ hinted at ongoing battles as of April 16.
The Senate adopted Senator King's resolution asking the Commerce Department for a report on American exports to neutral European countries bordering the Central Powers before and after the war. It seeks data on re exportation to Germany and Austria Hungary and may lead to further restrictions. Chairman Adamson also introduced a war measure with administration approval to starve Germany.
Plans in motion to raise Wyoming National Guard to a full 2000 men when called by Uncle Sam. Three new companies may be created to bolster the nine existing ones, with headquarters possibly at Evanston. Recruitment targets towns statewide to avoid arrears as surge plans proceed under Guard leadership.
A Cheyenne based drive to form a new Wyoming national guard unit gains early momentum. Major Arthur Parker and Roche Mentzer spearhead the effort, with Mayor Robert Lafontaine pledging full support and readiness to assist in recruiting and city participation.
The article notes ongoing recruiting in the state remains modest with room for improvement. Major Andersen cites the War Department policy that guards and regulars enlisted since the war began will be discharged after the emergency ends, affecting Wyoming and nearby responses.
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