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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1918
Page
4
The article argues that Wilson’s leadership is judged by congressional votes rather than praise or criticism. It notes broad bipartisan support for his policies, with Republicans aligning with Democrats on major measures, reflecting unity unseen since the era of good feelings.
Gustav Ador, elected president of Switzerland for 1919, marked his seventy third birthday. A leading Swiss figure, he chairs the International Committee of the Red Cross since 1910 and organized prisoner of war relief, including exchanges of wounded prisoners. He has met Americans, visiting Washington for Red Cross events.
The Pennsylvanian senator admits the pending tax bill shows more careful thought and broader provisions than prior measures, claiming it is clearly drafted with wide administrative reach. He notes that Republican remarks about the measure reflect both praise and critique of Democratic officials' work.
A Republican Senator lauds the tax advisory board created by the secretary of the treasury and the commissioner of internal revenue for interpreting the 1917 act. He credits democratic officials with preventing disasters and acknowledges criticism from fellow partisans over genuine praise for a Democratic administration.
The coming year will mark centenaries of Victoria and other women born in 1819. George Eliot Julia Ward Howe Susan Warner Eunice Cutter Tila Pratt Greatorex Clara Schumann are highlighted for their contributions in literature reform art and music.
Big oil producers in the southwest forecast higher output and demand for fuel oil lubricants and gasoline as peace returns. They note refining improvements and resumed production will offset increased consumption from European war recovery and neutral markets. Texas fields show strong currents with North Texas 62000, Gulf 68000, and other regions contributing to a 9.24 million barrel quarter. Mexican fields could add up to 1 million barrels daily, aiding global oil use and shipping power systems.
A recent traveler reports Russian workers and peasants are not united behind a dictatorship of the proletariat. He says Bolshevik propaganda exaggerates support while peasants see Bolshevik theory and practice as alike oppressive.
The text argues peasants, comprising 85 percent of Russia's population, reject Bolshevik rule after a year of grain seizures and brutality by commissars. It notes food control drives resistance, with local shifts away from Moscow-backed authority limiting Soviet jurisdiction to a fraction of the former empire.
Advertisement offering Foley's Honey and Kidney Pills and Cathartic Tablets by mail order. Prospective customers are urged to cut out a slip, send name and address to Foley & Co. in Chicago, receiving a trial package of remedies for coughs, colds, rheumatism, backache, kidney and bladder ailments, constipation, biliousness, headaches, and sluggish bowels.
In Palermo Sielly Dec 235 scale, hundreds of soldiers from various nations arrive after four years of fighting. Five hundred Servians who became naturalized U.S. citizens pass through, heading home as quickly as possible. Among them a tall smiling negro volunteer draws attention for his eagerness to return.
On account of the funeral of Clarence Bell the Market will be closed at noon today. Washington Market.
In liberated Belgian towns the sight of improvised flags signals strong relief. Tiny red, white, and blue banners mix with Stars and Stripes as residents praise Allied forces, especially Britain and America, for liberation and aid. Flags fuse Britain, France, Belgium and Russia elements in patched quilts, while grateful locals honor food and medical supplies from the Allies.
American correspondents in Lille captured a German prisoner who insisted he be taken as a prisoner while begging. The man hid in a cellar since Lille’s capture and wore uniform beneath civilian clothes, proving his status only after his hunger was soothed with chocolate.
An advertisement urges women to note fatigue puffiness and back or side pains as signs of weakened kidneys. It quotes T. J. Bucknell of Hardy Nebraska claiming recovery from lumbago with Poley Kidney Pilly, and notes the product is sold widely.
The Mexican problem resurfaces in Washington over unpaid American, and global claims arising from damage since 1910, with totals near 400 million. Senators urge investigation into American citizens' losses as Carranza's government faces pressure under the Monroe Doctrine amid war-time diplomacy.
Washington, Dec 22 A message from Far Away Archangel school children expresses heartfelt thanks to President Wilson and the American Red Cross for funding hot lunches. The Archangel superintendent notes lunches improve education and diligence as Red Cross support continues.
A southbound Santa Fe passenger train collided with a stalled freight in a snow drift 21 miles east of Clovis New Mexico. Fireman Fred Beckle was killed and Engineer Henry Trent and Fireman Intyre were injured as blinding snow and wind hindered rescue. The conductor walked miles and rode horseback to reach wreck headquarters.
Patrons are informed the Washington Market will close at noon today due to tunere. Clarenen Beil oversees the disruption and directs shoppers to return later for service.
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