09 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1919
Page
1
Garfield government imposes mandatory wartime fuel conservation rules nationwide. Officials cite shortages and conservation goals, detailing restricted use, reporting requirements, and penalties for noncompliance across industries and households.
Fuel Administrator Garfield issues a national order restoring most drastic restrictions on lighting and heating due to diminished coal supply from the miners strike. The curtailment applies to bituminous coal and coke for consumers, with anthracite and other fuels largely unaffected. Street lighting not necessary for safety and many buildings face reduced rationing, while railroads enforce the limits.
The railroad administration issued a three day week plan for industries except certain manufacturing. It requires reduced schedules and limited lighting in many facilities including stores offices and public spaces. Heat is restricted to maintain 68 Fahrenheit in plants and essential services only.
The Cheyenne city council passed an emergency ordinance to conserve fuel, waiving usual delay rules. The measure sets store hours for wholesalers and retailers and prescribes a 5.00 to 100.00 dollar fine for violations. Banks have restricted hours and prescription fills receive limited exceptions.
Washington December 8. Senator LaFollette prevents passage of the Cummins railroad bill by demanding a quorum. The senate expects the measure to pass within a day or two as it would restore private control and operation of the railroads.
In Washington the 1920s political pot boils as Republican leaders gather for the quadrennial national committee meeting. They confer on candidates and issues ahead of next year’s convention with city selection to follow. Senate action on transportation board amendments is noted as debate continues.
A proclamation from Cheyenne announces a national fuel shortage and directs city officials to implement strict coal distribution rules. A committee will oversee allotments and enforcement, aligned with the National Fuel Administration, urging citizens to conserve and cooperate. Cheyenne, Wyoming, December 8, 1919.
The new fuel conservation committee met to pass on coal orders and ensure compliance with federal fuel administrator rules. One violation was reported as the Amuse The ater remained open despite closure orders, prompting immediate enforcement action after a conference with Karl Nye, theater manager.
Washington reports the federal government paving the way for a final settlement between operators and miners. Hope centers on Mine Workers union chiefs accepting proposals from the president issued Saturday, while rationing orders remain in effect. Secretary Tumulty spoke with Attorney General Palmer but no public outcome emerged.
Jos Stetcher of Dodge Nebraska defeats Wladek Zbyszko of Poland in a two hour twenty four minute catch can bout in New York. Stetcher wins the match with a head scissors and wrist lock for the decisive fall.
Grand Rapids Mich Dec 8 Trial of Truman H Newberry and 144 others indicted on charges of fraud and corruption in connection with his 1918 election will begin before Judge Clarence W Sessions in Federal court January 27.
Generally fair conditions expected on Tuesday with a likely rise in temperatures by midweek. The forecast suggests light winds and dry skies as the pattern holds for Wednesday.
Washington December 8 evidence shows radicals in Mexico aided by Carranza planned a U S border revolution and seizure of border states. The plan cited minutes from an October meeting in Mexico City connected to L N W and Lodge No 23. Letters from Carranza urged aid to three men aiding the Texas venture.
Washington dispatch reports Senator Lodge after a conference with Senators Fall and Barndegree of Connecticut says the foreign relations committees will take no action on a resolution. He states the Mexican situation now rests with the president and that passage would reverse constitutional authority.
Indianapolis December 8 Department of justice officials including Attorney General Palmer and leaders of the United Mine Workers of America discussed a possible settlement late Saturday night. They declined to comment on the agreement's potential effect on the legal situation as votes were expected today.
Cheyenne records eight degrees below zero as the high, with a low of 15 below, amid four inches of snow and strong easterly winds. Yesterday's mean temperature was 12 degrees below zero, far below normal for December. A federal grand jury will examine Lever food control and anti trust acts in a sweeping inquiry as the Miners' union faces criminal contempt proceedings. Page 8.
Paris dispatch reports the Supreme Council delivering notes to Baron Von Lemaner, head of the German delegation. The notes deny German modification of indemnity terms and threaten allied action if terms are not accepted. A sense of finality and potential consequences looms as negotiations proceed.
The Tampico Tribune reports a U S citizen was shot in the head from behind by a Mexican soldier on November 26 near Tampico. The incident is noted in a dispatch dated December 8.
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