Atta Merctane Show Lights 28 Es At
A fragmented clipping notes Atta Merctane presenting a show labeled 28 Es at a local venue. Names and specifics are unclear but the item emphasizes the event and performance setting rather than outcomes or dates.
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1920
Page
5
A fragmented clipping notes Atta Merctane presenting a show labeled 28 Es at a local venue. Names and specifics are unclear but the item emphasizes the event and performance setting rather than outcomes or dates.
The article covers midweek social events in Cheyenne including a bridge tea hosted by Mrs. Hunter and Mrs. Alexander in honor of Mrs. Nimmo, who faces a trip to England and Scotland. Guests, decorations, prizes, and departures are noted along with related society activities and upcoming meetings across local clubs.
Wyoming laws pertaining to women provoked discussion at a Whittier club meeting held at Mrs H M Ireland's home. Mrs W A Wyman presented the topic and cited laws beneficial to women. Mrs Treland led a parliamentary drill. Honored guest Mrs H M Millard, a former member, attended.
A committee vote 10 to 6 advances a reorganization bill for a peacetime army of 17 7400 officers and 299000 men, including the Philippine scouts and unassigned recruits. The plan leaves tactical form to the president and is expected to delay action until next session after a thorough cost and economic study. Supporters seek amendments to force House action while opponents use parliamentary tactics to stall. Aviation is recognized as a fourth branch within the army, alongside infantry, cavalry, and artillery, each led by a major general.
Continued discussion on The Progress of Rotary led by W Co Deming with an excellent paper. James True described a trip to Rotary headquarters, admitting he had never been there, as new members were introduced by the club including Dr Strader Rev G W Fisher Stanley Vaughan Harold Vaughan and George W Daiber among others.
Harry Trugds and Hyy Walton introduced KenadIk Bon and Fred Sloel as new members. Leigh spoke briefly to guests, about thirty attendees joined the Measures of the evening. A committee was appointed to arrange a special evening in honor of the ladies with an elaborate dinner and dancing planned after.
The article notes a prolonged debate over the treaty with no clear unanimity. A final test of strength could occur after two to three weeks of action, as several senators seek lengthy speeches on general provisions. Leaders expect much of the current week to be consumed by discussion.
The article notes no indication from the White House on the bill. For seven days the administration awaits possible action as congressional conferees agreed on the form approved by the House and Senate. The bill was sent to the attorney general for an opinion, with expected speed due to the unusual urgency and a March deadline to act before becoming law without signature. W S Drummond and T C Alkensen signed the farmers letter urging approval, referencing memorials from a recent national farm congress gathering and numerous farm groups.
In Iron River Michigan Major Dalrymple destroyed nine barrels of wine found in the parish priest’s basement after samples were taken for evidence. MacDonough defended the seizure saying the wine was stored illegally and in a secure location. He criticized lack of Washington backing and said dispatches required meat of the law were not received from Grand Rapids.
Washington Feb 25 The release of HB. H. Charette of Stockton California and Dr Frederick J Barnum of Brooklyn New York members of the American Red Cross commission to Siberia who were recently captured by the Bolsheviks was reported today from Vladivostock.
Mrs Himijra Graham, 27, wife of Robert Graham of 508 East Sixteenth street, died late last night at a local hospital. The body lies at Hobbs Wuckfeldt and Binkbiner mortuary. Funeral arrangements are to be made today.
Chief Engineman Sir Vilols Clemustree and Warren Stone testify before the House Agricultural Committee on proposed laws to require disclosure of real ownership by corporations in interstate meat commerce. Stone argues price inflation stems from monopolistic control and calls for government supervision of stockyards rail ownership and refrigerator cars to prevent price manipulation.
Officials say Union Pacific is financially sound with no deficit for the government to cover. The return of control is expected to avoid disaster, stabilize Cheyenne and other yards, and keep most employees. A few firings may occur as traffic drops with Colorado and Southern and Burlington moves back to the old Burlington station. work on the Burlington station proceeds for moving by weekend. the first train will likely stop at the Burlington station Sunday afternoon.
First returns from Moscow election indicate 762 Bolsheviks, 27 sympathizers, 54 neutral members, 9 Mensheviks, 1 anarchist among 853 elected. dispatch notes party dominance and minorist presence.
A movement to form a new county named Pawnees from the northern Weld county un irrigated region was launched at Grover. A straw vote will be held with school elections on May 1 to gauge sentiment in 30 precincts, aiming to bring the issue to the legislature next January if favorable.
Governor Harding of Ohio argued for government relinquishing industry control while addressing the Providence chamber of commerce. He claimed the nation seeks more freedom than regulation and urged binding in all quantities to end collective bargaining tensions.
At the Cheyenne Railway monthly meeting last night employees reported premiums averaging 30.8 percent, the highest in the organization’s history. Seven loans totaling $1 with a ware add at premiums ranging from 0.26 to 0.314.28 percent.
Oklahoma City Feb 25 The house of representatives adopted today a joint resolution ratifying the federal woman suffrage amendment after nearly six hours of debate. The resolution was sent to the senate.
The Atlas theatre showcased Be A Little Short a genuine comedy with Albert Hay and Elinor Fhiny in lead roles. The program also offered other features and a humorous plot centered on a fake marriage that evolves into a surprising success, delivering laughs and thrills.
Newark February 25 Johnny Kilbane world featherweight champion was outpointed by Benny Valger of New York in an eighty round bout with no decision Valger had the better of every round except the opening round which was even was a fight here to fight.
Herbert Hoover informed the Georgia Democratic state executive committee that he would not enter the presidential nomination contest. He said he did not believe any public service would come from injecting himself into the race and did not intend to file his name for the Georgia preferential primary ballot.
Washington reports the War Department will not hold training camps for reserve officers this summer. General March explained the expense would not be justified and future training depends on army reorganization. Temporary officers not seeking appointment may be encouraged to stay with the reserve corps.
The National Wool Growers Association sent President Wilson a plea urging approval of the Hseh Crummins railroad bill relinquishing federal railroad control. Dr S McMcClure delivered the message today, February 25, from Salt Lake City. The bill is to be enacted by March 4.
Mrs. H Bs Mack of Richmond California died today and her husband is ill from what authorities suspect is botulism poisoning. The meal included a relish made with ripe olives and other ingredients.
Teremiah O Rourke aged 88 died at 4 o clock this morning at his daughter Mrs Overhind Kent residence 2221 Maxwell Street. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. The body is at the W W Dunit Mortuary.
Two jurors were obtained today for the trial of Harry Wootten among 210 defendants to be tried on kidnapping charges linked to the Bisheo deportations. George Dillmany was recalled by the state and excused by Judge Samuel L. Pattee after admitting a prior conviction for a technical passport regulation violation.
Washington news reports a proposed amendment to preserve citizenship rules after suffrage ratification. The plan, introduced by Representative Radgers of Massachusetts, would allow American women to retain citizenship if they marry aliens and prevent alien women from acquiring citizenship through marriage to Americans. The measure aims to protect existing nationality ties amid changing voting rights.
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