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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1918
Page
4
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The piece questions Frank H. Simonds claim against Germany over damages from the war and suggests he deserves a large bonus for wartime articles. It mocks his postwar peace efforts and notes his shift from battlefield journalism to peace topics.
An editorial from November 26 argued Carter Glass of Virginia was the best prospect to replace McAdoo as secretary of the treasury. The piece notes Glass’s financial expertise, past work in Virginia newspapers, and rising influence in Congress as he studied national finance.
The passage lauds the actions of Mr. Glass and Woodrow Wilson in creating the Federal Reserve system. It argues the old currency model based on bonded indebtedness was flawed and describes regional reserve banks as stabilizing commerce and industry. It emphasizes Glass as a visionary leader deserving the top financial post.
A Pan American Union statement notes unprecedented 245 percent rise in US Latin American trade during fiscal 1917–18, totaling 1.75 billion with exports and imports, as Germany and Austria lose share while US and allies demand Latin American raw materials. It predicts postwar readjustments with Britain France and others reclaiming prewar business, while Germany and Austria struggle to regain. The Rotarian adds context on Luxembourg and NY retail window cleaning costs.
President Woodrow Wilson sails from New York aboard the George Washington bound for France to attend the great international conference. Tens of thousands crowd the harbor and salute as the convoy, including the battleship and destroyers, passes out to sea. The return of troops aboard the Minnehaha signals a historic moment with anticipated Brest welcomes and broad allied ceremonies.
Mrs Louise Darten died this morning at St Johns Hospital from Spanish influenza. She is survived by her husband William E. Darten. The couple had only been married a few years and a fuller obituary will appear in later pages.
In a heated senate debate on the forthcoming peace conference, Reed and Williams argued over a league of nations and enforcement power. Reed opposed military backing for a world police force, while Williams supported a strong collective security framework.
An earthquake has struck Northern Chile with Copia and Va suffering significant property damage. Other localities report minor damages as authorities assess the extent of the quake.
Miss Sybil Fronger of Hyrum Utah earned a year at the University of Utah College of Agriculture plus $250 in cash for her war gardening efforts. She cultivated two and one half acres borrowed from her brother and plans to complete her third year next June.
Wyoming state sheep inspector Tom Lamb from Sheridan praised Sheridan teachers and tech women for fighting Spanish influenza at Emergency hospital Grinnell Avenue and homes. He noted booming dairy business, limited medical reserve corps discharges, and the Okasaki family tragedy. He described Sheridan County stock as splendid.
Vienna reports Dr. Frank Klein, Austria’s foreign minister of peace, says if allowed to attend the peace conference the aim is to receive mandates but to be heard. He notes no details yet on attendance or conditions and stresses Austria wants no more war and only survival.
A formal statement notes that professional ball will resume in 1919 under the guidance of March, the Chief of state, and mentions ongoing organizational planning and potential schedule details.
Washington December 4. Representative Carter Glass of Virginia, long time House member, is expected to accept the post as secretary of the treasury with President Wilson supporting the nomination. Glass hesitates to resign his congressional seat after 18 years in service while McAdoo’s resignation awaits the new appointee.
Daily Market Report from Denver and Omaha on December 4 notes cattle in Denver steady to firm with good demand for beef steers and cows, hedging toward liberal receipts. hogs in Denver selling near yesterday's prices with tops to 16.00 and 16.50 for bulk. sheep steady with strong feeding lamb and feeder prices. Omaha hog receipts 22,500 with prices 10 to 15 cents lower, hogs and cattle mixed with native cows and western steers showing strength. calf and feeder activity reported amid steady to higher market tendencies.
Milwaukee reports indicate Congress member Victor L. Berger may be seated instead of Joseph P. Carney on grounds of illegitimacy. The dispute centers on eligibility and political maneuvering as late results emerge.
A damaged OCR fragment hints at a dispute over a war apartment and a debate on resuming a gemre. Specific people, places, or dates are not readable, leaving the core issue unclear. The text suggests administrative questions without clear outcomes.
The Public Health Commission reports as of September 16 about 600 000 cases and 100 000 deaths in the United States from influenza with city and state records. insurers face losses though exact counts are pending. Government liabilities run into billions due to soldier deaths in camps, with about 20 000 deaths in camps from the epidemic.
The Board of Health issues orders restricting movement of influenza patients and exposed individuals for five days from last exposure. Quarantine rules require placards on quarantine quarters and prompt reporting to the county health officer. Unemployed children must stay with parents. public gatherings are limited. penalties include fines and possible jail for violations.
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