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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1918
Page
5
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The Belgian press reports women in Bruges punished by shaving their hair for friendliness to German invaders or listening to them. Some men face corporal punishment, but many fled before Belgian troops reoccupied cities. The piece praises Belgian loyalty and governance under German rule attempts.
A U S forest service survey reports a significant rise in range cattle in New Mexico and Arizona since the U S entry into World War I. Permits expanded to grazing on national forests boosted herd numbers by more than 65 000 head and crop output increased by at least 60 000.
Governor Thomas Riggs Jr proposes Alaska can employ at least 3000 men by next spring as part of postwar reconstruction for returning soldiers. He circulated letters to Commercial clubs school boards city councils and defense councils in Alaska asking what provisions they can make. The governor’s estimate reflects Alaska’s capacity to hire clerks teachers watchmen and other needed roles for returning servicemen.
Port of Puerto Rico report notes plans for the new sugar season starting in December. Three central mills may open early. The crop total reached about 450,000 tons, up 50,000 from prior. The 1919 projection around 400,000 tons.
A London banker estimated Germany must pay Allies about 7.5 billion dollars in reparations and restitution. He breaks down Belgium, France, Italy, Romania, Serbia, and shipping losses, noting postwar revenue and interest would constrain payment, with possible suspension of some loan interests.
New York fashion note reports the sapphire has superseded the ruby as a fashionable jewel, with emphasis on its rising popularity and adoption in stylish wear. The item cites a decree or official recognition shaping jewelry trends and hints at industry response and consumer interest.
Washington reports a plan by the United States Shipping Board to place apprentices and cadet officers on all large American merchant ships. The program aims to train youths toward sea careers and senior roles such as chief steward, steamship agent, or manager as part of national maritime expansion.
The shipping board plans a nationwide training program to produce able sailors and officers for US ships. Under Henry Howard’s guidance, led by John H. Rossetter from San Francisco, cadets will gain sea experience and cargo handling skills for future steamship operations and international trade. Rossetter brings practical reforms from the Pacific Mail Steamship Co. to strengthen American seafaring talent.
San Francisco December 12 The Pacific division reports strong support for the Red Cross Christmas roll call campaign set for December 16 to 23. Fraternal groups churches clubs businesses and individuals are rallying to renew and expand national membership amid ongoing relief work and gratitude from those helped by the society.
The article extols the Fourteenth Division of the American Red Cross, detailing its vast overseas reach from Nagasaki to Havana. It highlights wartime relief efforts, international cooperation with the Japanese Red Cross, and volunteers across Tokyo, Shanghai, Manila, and Havana, with chapters in Yokohama, Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe aiding soldiers with garments and comfort kits.
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