28 Dec 1918
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1918
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports Prince Alvert of Moncho delivering a dramatic AP interview accusing the Kaiser of planning or enabling wartime crimes. He cites alleged conversations about Driveness toward war and accuses Kaiser of backing assassinations and Moscow Bolsheviki actions.
Warsaw reports the Polish government has issued an ultimatum to Germany demanding passage for Polish troops over German railroads to counter a looming Bolshevik invasion threat.
In Paris Pichon questioned Premier about secret diplomacy at the chamber session. The premier may answer tomorrow as over 300 deputies filled the gallery. the anticipated storm did not erupt, and the government appeared to control the situation.
Washington December 27 Secretary Glass announced a new issue of seven and a half billion dollars in treasury certificates of indebtedness maturing within six months. Books will open January 7.
Illinois Women's Congress endorses a plan to care for illegitimate children with aid from a government program. The proposal includes a court auction mechanism to determine support funding and custody, reflecting a push for systematic welfare.
A Geneva dispatch reports Germany plans a federal republic modeled on the United States. It envisions a two chamber structure with a popular chamber and a state chamber, a directly elected president not responsible to Congress, and a governing system to be elected by the people.
Copenhagen dispatch reports the workers and soldiers central council summoned to seek government reconstruction. The move aims to include George Ledebour and Dr Karl Liebknecht in the new government.
Cheyenne plans to reopen churches, schools, and motion picture houses on January 5 with restricted occupancy to reduce contagion. Alternate seating will be required in houses of worship and theatres, while schools resume the next day. Health officials note eight new cases mainly within one family and say lifting bans will proceed cautiously if no ill effects appear.
The Royal banquet at Buckingham Palace featured President Wilson and Mrs. Wilson with Queen Mary in a hall lavish with gold, lace, and poinsettias. Ambassadors from Italy and Japan sat nearby as the king hosted a state dinner amid historic formalities and 15 million dollars worth of silver vessels.
Food Administrator Hoover, in Europe arranging relief, refused a meeting with German officials asserting they were of poor character. He told the two Belgium-linked envoys, via Rotterdam, to inform Berlin of his reply, adding he would not deal with Germans of their type.
George D Jorgenson a 21 year old Montana ranch hand and rodeo veteran from Butte joins the U S emergency fleet as a fireman after completing a seven week course at Seattle shipyard training. He boasts long experience on the Snake River range and says rough work on deck suits him, hoping to move up to engineer or oiler as he serves Europe.
Deputy Sheriff Ed Sheels arrested Fred Moore on a charge of attempting to cash a fraudulent check at a bank. Moore, who claims Colorado Springs as his residence, is jailed awaiting trial.
Commander Alexander Rameau, whose engagement to Princess Patricia is announced, accompanied the Duke of Connaught to Canada in 1911. With the outbreak of war he returned to duty and saw action at Galipolli.
Two inmates who escaped Florence penitentiary Monday night and abducted a Texas cattleman's daughter were recaptured by military authorities near Douglas as they tried to reach Mexico. The girl’s name is Amy Dee.
Paris municipal council proposes to urge the government to push steps toward holding an inter allied exposition in Paris in 1920 or 1921. The move signals new efforts by local officials to showcase postwar cooperation and European recovery on the world stage.
The weather stays mild with fair Saturday and Sunday as five hours are spent in conferences with David Lloyd George and A. J. Balfour. President Wilson unveils a portrait of George Washington at Buckingham Palace before a Downing Street meeting. The president is expected to attend a guild hall address hosted by the lord mayor.
A Wyoming casualty report lists Carl Johnson among the wounded with Nathaniel Johnson named as nearest relative. Laramie, Wyoming, is noted for a severely wounded individual in the same notice.
In Chicago on December 27, hotel cooks and waiters strike actions escalate as owners vow to fight the union. The union warns of enforcing liquor-service bans on women and seeks removal of Black workers if their presence provokes clashes, signaling potential city intervention.
Cleveland December 27 police enlist aid of the American Protective League to curb crime after a wave of murders and holdups. A 75 man shoot to kill squad is deployed to track down bandits as citizens urged to assist.
New York December 27. The National Collegiate Athletic Association holds its annual convention as war conditions shift priorities. The revival of college athletics is a major topic with sessions focusing on policy and organization for renewed competition in the postwar era.
The readable text hints at a historical report mentioning Din, Casey Jones, and Cream of Wheat with references to fires and a person named Jorgenson along a district, suggesting a speculative future appearance after a long time.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.