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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1917
Page
14
American railway engineers faced brutal mud and shell craters while laying temporary tracks behind the British lines in France. Officers described afloat ground that swallowed gear, with limited safe working hours and rapid improvisation to avoid artillery threats.
An advertisement cites Mia Freak P Wood of Merrill Maine recommending Foley Kidney Pills for tired women with aching heads and back pain. It claims kidney support reduces poisons, eases nerves, and improves sleep, urging buyers to get genuine pills sold everywhere.
Bert EK Brown of Denver and member of company 167th Infantry died last night at Camp Kearney from wounds received February 18 while practicing hand serenade. News reached Denver via telegram from San Mego and the Fire Chief Healy. Fire Department sent Brown and her baby to Camp Kearne.
William C. Irvine appeals to Wyoming residents to support the war effort with personal sacrifice and national unity. The call to action emphasizes public duty, patriotism, and collective responsibility, urging everyone to contribute to victory and liberty.
A Cheyenne Christmas night U I A dance raised a large sum. A $140 check was mailed to the American Jewish Relief Commission in New York for the relief of Jewish war sufferers abroad, announced yesterday.
A tribute notes that heredity environment and especially his mother forged Woodrow Wilson. It credits Mrs. Wilson with teaching thoughtfulness conscience and a long view influencing his anti war stance and eventual leadership. The piece asserts the mother’s lasting impact surpasses fatherly pride and marks her as central to his character.
ROCK SPRINGS Wyoming December 27 The proclamation by the president declares a state of war between the United States and Austria Hungary and calls on citizens to perform their duty While it allows arrest and internment of potentially dangerous subjects it directs Americans to treat loyal enemy subjects with loyalty to the United States
The proclamation removes prior limits on Austria-Hungary subjects, permitting residence, labor in restricted zones, and travel without harassment. Only those deemed dangerous or disloyal may be arrested, while ether restrictions stay in force for others.
The report tracks Ty Cobb’s 13 year supremacy in hits and power while Willie Keeler trails in batting averages. Cobb tops in hits percentage doubles triples and steals for seasons, with Keeler’s 12 year record showing a .4696 mark and Cobb at .2693 in their eras. Keeler’s late career declines contrast Cobb’s continued dominance ending with a .300 finish in 1910.
The three day Sunday school efficiency Institute opens this afternoon at the Baptist church led by Director Thomas H. Young of Denver. Activities include a story hour for under sixteen, talks on religious education, and discussions on Sunday school standards and community programs in Cheyenne. A banquet at 6 p.m. and various sessions follow with Young presiding.
We express sincere appreciation for tender sympathies and comforting words in our bereavement. Special thanks to the B. P. O. Elks Modern Woodmen Woodmen of World Knights of Columbus U. P. Railroad Co employees and Saint Marys Church chair. Mrs. Wm. Keating and family Mrs. John Anderson.
Union Pacific and Colorado and Southern trains in Cheyenne are packed during the holiday period. Local superintendent reports passengers frequently stand from Wendover to Cheyenne with new riders boarding at each stop.
Joe Campbell was brought to Rawlins from Campbell ranch on Pass Creek with a broken leg after a horse fell. He caught his foot under the animal and fractured the ankle while riding. Medical care was administered and doctors hope he will be able to be out and around in a few weeks.
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