05 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1921
Page
1
In Birmingham England Feb 4 J Austen Chamberlain said the British government proposed cancellation of inter allied fleets but the American government found proposals unacceptable. He asserted the aim was no national advantage and to restore good relations, credit and international trade amid joint debts.
John H. Peckham, 40, killed his wife Mollie, 45, and wounded Mollby’s friend Mrs. Joe Maltby before shooting himself in Masper Wyoming. Police say divorce dispute sparked the act. Peckham expected to die. Maltby gravely injured but likely to recover. Both had previous marriages and Peckham planned to depart for South Dakota.
San Francisco reports Pacific Coast league pitcher Babe Holling, under a $3,000 Detroit contract this year, was arrested for burglary and released on bail after a complaint filed by Mrs. Izy Woodworth.
Wyoming lawmakers failed to pass Neville bill banning tobacco for minors as 9 vote margin split the house. Seventeen to thirteen with 22 absent, leaving existing law intact and minors potentially keeping tobacco after obtaining it.
Alma White, head of Pillar of Fire church, sues for absolute divorce from Rev Kent White alleging desertion. Filed January 5 in Trenton, claim notes marriage in Denver December 21 1887 and desertion in January 1916. The sect headquartered in Denver Los Angeles London mocked for jumping during prayers, earning the nickname Holy Jumpers. The bishop currently resides at Zerezet colony New Jersey with headquarters.
Wyoming lawmakers defeated the Platt-Brewer bill that would create a state coal commission with power to investigate and fix prices at mines and retailers. Supporters argued it would curb high coal costs. opponents said it mainly benefited big producers. The measure followed Governor Carey’s transmission of the state public service commission’s coal rate report.
In York on February 4 bankers and economists urged price reductions to revive buying as production grows more efficient. James A Alexander, president of the National Bank of Commerce of New York, warned against waiting for the public and called for reduced prices with reasonable profit margins. He noted labor efficiency rising as a positive sign for the economy.
In Los Angeles on February 4 the Louise L. Peete murder trial neared its jury verdict stage. Judge Frank R. Willis set a night session to finish arguments and deliver the charge. Defense counsel Aggeler challenged the reliability of circumstantial evidence and argued others could have committed the crime. Prosecution by Lee Woolwine prepared to press for the death penalty as the case moved toward jurors.
Washington reports the house naval committee heard ten high officers of the navy and one army official as it weighed disarmament. Chairman Butler announced that the United States would call an international disarmament conference, though no date was given. The session split over aircraft roles and future naval power.
The Senate opened its session with the Thordney emergency tariff bill amid quick amendments. Vote tallies showed supporters holding a 10 to 13 margin, and Senator Penrose predicted likely passage next week as early business focused on appropriations before tariff debate resumes. The committee amendment to impose a 4 cent per bushel wheat import duty was adopted.
After a five hour stop at Palm Beach President elect Harding's houseboat Victoria moved up the Indian River toward St. Augustine for February. The skipper reported fewer mud bank delays and predicted a possible Daytona arrival if luck holds.
The forecast indicates probable snow on Saturday and Sunday with little temperature change. No significant shifts in high or low readings expected, and accumulations remain uncertain.
New York lawyer Erwin B Parker testifies before the houses committee investigating the war, defending the liquidation commission for disposing of millions of dollars of war supplies to France and other European governments after the armistice. He argues the policy was wise and cites figures showing today’s prices would not match 1919 bulk sale gains.
Berlin reports Germany will not attend the Brussels allied experts council, arguing the reparations plan bonds the nation financially. Dr. Ernest Scholz warns the proposal would cut food supplies and revive wartime diseases, leaving Germany unable to buy wheat or raw materials abroad. Meanwhile German miners protest Paris terms with strikes, a six hour day, and refusal to accept wage increases in several mines.
The Colorado Agricultural College basketball team defeated Denver University 27 to 17 in Fort Collins. Colorado Aggies showed a strong defense and balanced scoring to pull away in the second half.
Madge Loomis of Cincinnati, a leading dancer, appeared in Mrs. Harding's box with a bouquet of scarlet carnations from forty Ohio girls in the cast. The orchestra played Beautiful Ohio as lights focused on Mrs. Harding and her favorite air The End of a Perfect Day. Eighty Jersey City orphan children watched from above.
The Sublette county bill faces heavy Senate scrutiny while plans for a Fremont County division, to be named McKinley County, progress. Riverton is named as potential county seat with population and valuation cited. Senator Dillon is warned to prepare a revised argument as debates loom on Page Three.
A man entered a downtown tailor shop about 6 pm and forced tailor L B Kellogg to hand over $57 after pulling a pistol. The suspect, about 25, was described as good looking and fled in a waiting automobile.
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