23 Feb 1918
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1918
Page
1
Reports from Rome London and Amsterdam on February 22 describe German advances into Russia met with minimal opposition. Dispatches note troop command changes and a lack of strong Russian resistance while suggesting Germans gather arms and supplies during retreating Russian losses.
London reports British forces entered Jericho in Palestine with little opposition. Australian troops followed, establishing lines along the Jordan and Wadi Auja as weather remained poor. North and northwest of Jerusalem the advance positions were extended slightly and secured.
Denver February 22 The Sanity investigation of Clyde B Pierson sentenced to hang in the week of March 10 for the murder of Sheriff Frank Hoach of Cheyenne was ordered by Governor Hunter. The petition from three parlonk board members triggered the review expected to name three aliens to evaluate Pierson's mental condition.
Washington reports a full economic agreement between the United States and Norway after months of talks by the War Trade Board and Norwegian commissioner Dr. Nansen. The terms remain unpublished as allies including Great Britain are in accord.
Secretary Baker said the death toll at U S army aviation camps stands at fifty one, described as remarkably low. He noted students have flown over 100000 miles since June.
Washington February 22 The Senate approved the administration railroad bill extending government control to eighteen months after the war and creating a 100 million revolving fund for operation. An amendment by Cummins to include short line railroads was adopted 18 to 14. Key figures like McAdoo and various senators engaged in debates while final actions moved toward house consideration.
Cheyenne Aerie No. 128 of the Elks lodge conferred degrees on twenty six new members at the Ba Vos Home last night. Eagles from many areas gathered to take part in the rituals. Vaudeville entertainment a supper and a dance followed the ceremony as a large crowd attended.
Information from the Presbyterian Board of Foreign Missions reports 3,000,000 people in Turkey Armenia Persia and Syria facing starvation. A cable from U S Minister Caldwell at Tehran transmitted by the State Department notes regents and hundreds in the streets crying for food and sometimes attacking.
The main committee of the Reichstag today adopted the peace treaty between Germany and Ukraine. Copenhagen reports Count von Hertling, German chancellor, will address parliament Monday on foreign affairs.
Washington reports Director General McAdoo assures no danger of serious food shortage in the United States as grain and capital movement are urged to rise. Hoover warns of a sixty day risk to ally shipments if measures falter, while authorities pledge prompt action on stocks for the war effort.
Turning from the third phase to the second phase Governor Houx requires competent evidence in a proper tribunal to prove Schwars disloyalty before action. Only five Platte county residents questioned his loyalty Phifer Rowe Drury Mrs Phifer and Corbridge presented evidence. The governor relies on letters and affidavits as charges, not affidavits, and on statements from neighbors. The Bennett testimony holds least weight as the record hints at further discussion on page b.
A Cheyenne high school basketball team lost a game in Wheatland. The report contains fragmented details about the event and score, with unclear lines referencing the Bush section and a potential 22 point figure.
Four national army soldiers at Camp Lewis in custody await a Presidential warrant to be interred as enemy aliens. They allegedly plotted to shoot officers and to surrender American troops to their organization in France. Names withheld pending Washington advices as a cleanup of enemy aliens continues. 34 discharged today and about 200 men removed from the Nine first division.
An official war report notes American troops operating alongside French forces in a key western sector as Allied leaders debate the pace and scope of offensives. Supreme command signals intent to coordinate actions while cautioning against overextension, with strategic aims focused on driving German forces back along the western front.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim Hansen and KR Meo representing the state in a defense of Titel. Describes multiple men from Utah and Liberty, with references to a horse and a disputed confrontation. Details are unclear and names inconsistent due to transcription errors.
A jumble of names and phrases outlines a Sunday variety of features by a state leader. It mentions figures like Vieton Morgan and Wyoming connections, plus noted pieces on fashion, home life, and cooking.
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