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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1919
Page
4
The piece argues that postwar rail governance must serve the nation, warning against permanent advantages for owners or workers. It weighs government ownership risks and praises persuasion over coercion, urging citizens to clarify their wishes to Congress and consider the Plumb plan.
Washington August 21 The Sugar Equalization Board plans to fix sugar prices from refinery to retail to curb profiteering. Board totals show consumer sugar around 14 cents per pound while refiners sell at 7.28 cents and retailers may net 1 to 1.5 cents a pound. The House weighs extending the Food Control Act powers to include retailers to counter rising living costs.
A dry to clear day with high near 89 degrees and a low around 59. Relative humidity 93 percent. NW wind 24 mph at peak with light precipitation totaling 7.58 inches since January. Normal precipitation to date is 10.90 inches.
Harper’s Weekly criticizes Mr Mondell as leader for lack of vision and party cohesion. It cites his selfish, local interests, poor strategizing, and interference with committees, calling for a change to avoid disaster. The piece highlights disarray in the Republican ranks and cites conflicts over military matters and daylight saving legislation.
The piece notes that massive hoarded food reserves seized by authorities could soon reach markets at lower prices, aided by government raids on cold storage. It warns against profiteers who hoard and push prices up, while praising stored food as a scientific benefit to prevent waste and stabilize the economy. It also mentions fashion shifts in Paris and broad social reflections.
A published extract of the full report on Korean atrocities draws American outrage yet also notes hopeful signs. It cites rising Japanese literacy and reform moves under Hara, and honors Korean patriots who faced troops with courage, urging readers to study the commission’s firsthand material and cable exchanges.
No man did more than Sir Edward Grey to avert the world war and for this and other reasons he will be warmly welcomed as Ambassador to the United States. Though only 57, Lord Grey has an honorable record of 34 years in the house of commons and he has been described as a statesman who is also a gentleman.
Official estimates show the average rise in living costs across five years at 80 percent. Clothing and house furnishings lead the increases, with food ranking third. Food and clothing increases vary by city from 93 percent in Mobile to 157.07 percent in New York.
A jury awards only 6 cents to the plaintiff, yet Henry Ford may feel vindicated. The Chicago Tribune once labeled him an idealist and anarchist imagery. the public and press rarely believed he held those extremes.
The report notes Britain passes through a teething phase after creating a new area. It suggests American scrutiny of Armour, the packer, reflects a shared disturbance here, framing Uncle Sam as an extravagant drunk.
The text argues that raiding food hoarders is extralegal except as a war measure and that the postwar era remains an acute emergency. It contrasts views of Henry Ford and Gibbon on history, labeling Ford’s view as a bank metaphor and Gibbon’s as a record of mankind’s crimes and follies.
The Kendrick Oil bill granting leaves of absence to soldier homesteaders undergoing vocational rehabilitation training was favorably reported by the House Committee on Public Lands. Sponsored by Rep. Taylor of Colorado, the measure aims to aid veterans achieving land settlement during rehabilitation efforts. Emmet Harris of Seattle arrived in the city on business.
The report notes most roads are good near Cheyenun with rough spots on Fort Sollins road. Stony sections lie west of Grandte Canon. Laramie to Green River is dry and hard, Green River to Ogden considered good.
Insurance Commissioner declares Guardian Life Insurance Company of New York authorized to transact life insurance in Wyoming for the current year. Witness the seal and signature of RK B Forsyth Insurance Commissioner. Certificate dated March 18, 1919.
A mother from New Philadelphia Ohio credits Foley's Honey and Tar with curing her daughter of a severe tickling cough after other remedies failed. The advertisement touts quick relief from distressing coughing fits and claims use for colds croup and whooping cough.
Casper Wyo Aug 21 Proceedings brought by the board of commissioners of Natrona county for the impeachment of County Attorney W Patten have been withdrawn the differences between the board and attorney having been amicably adjusted.
At post minute the gelding Wild Mint-Inspiration, trained by EB Kinnaman, won a claiming event despite Bevo 3 and Curlione dueling to the stretch. Gulch outstayed Beyo for third, with $240 show and $2.40 place bets noted. Scratched horses include James K and Zim.
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