02 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1920
Page
1
The piece reports Sen. Borah and Republican candidate Lowden sparring over U S plans for foreign policy alliances and potential entanglements with Europe. Borah stresses not limiting debate to one candidate as broader public questions loom. the dialogue hints at looming party and national policy debates.
In Av erett Washington on January 1 a high school football contest between Sv High School and Scott High School of Toledo ended in a 7 to 7 tie. The field was hard and firm at kickoff under a warm sun as frost melted, making the third and fourth quarters slippery.
Pasadena January 1 Harvard defeated the University of Oregon 7 to 6 in the annual inter sectional game. East attack relied on straight football with occasional forward passing to score the winning points. The West miscued late and the late goal was blocked by the East defense.
An army of 85,000 enumerators starts at 9 o clock to count the U S population and gather census resources. The 14th census will take about two weeks with total figures likely ready by late April. Population is projected between 107 million and 142 million, up from 93 million in 1910. The July 1 1919 estimate was 106,871,284.
A bullet, likely 22 or .25 caliber, shattered the rear plate glass of the post office a few minutes after 11 am. A postal clerk nearby at a rack was uninjured and unaware of the shooter’s motive as investigators began examining the scene.
Roy McCormick, Pacific coast heavyweight champion, knocked out Frank Parm er in the tenth round of a ten round bout here today.
Denver writer Dill reports Wyoming crude oil production at about 21,000,000 barrels for last year while the Wyoming Oil World puts it at 22,000,000 barrels. The Oil World figure exceeds Dill by about 63 percent, highlighting a sizable discrepancy between estimates.
Chicago reports 112 arrests of Industrial Workers of the World communists and radicals in a New Year raid campaign led by Attorney General Hoyne. He attacked General Palmer for DOJ agents not co operating while military intelligence aided the county prosecutor. Charles Palmer called it off after a letter from Palmer asked to halt. raids were planned for 4 pm New Year’s Day.
The speaker attacks Attorney General Pal mer and allies for petty politics and a pussyfoot policy. He declares that Nero or any fiddler cannot be elected president, while Brennan declines to comment on the absence of his investigators.
The Knights of Pythias held their installation meeting and banquet last night. Officers taking office for the year included Rus B. , chancellor commander, Leary Jessen prelate, Carl J. Metcalf master of work, J. J. Blair master at arms, Leary OToole inner.
A newspaper report quotes Secretary Daniels denying any ambition for the presidency. The article notes Maurice Lyons as campaign organizer, mentions an eight person list, and states Daniels would be the Tar Heel choice according to received word.
Idaho wool expert backs Attorney General Palmer in steering a divorce between meat pac and other industries. Adoption favors ten wage permits for public gate and related duties as specified by local officials in Boise.
A veteran policeman retires after a lengthy career spanning decades of service. The officer is honored for years of duty on the force and contributions to the community as he steps down.
Mercury dispatch reports a blast at the Black Powder Magazine of the Mercules company in Meroules Cal today. Company officers issued a statement saying the house identity is unknown and no casualties are confirmed.
A Casper man suffered serious burns from a coal and kerosene vapor fire in his Ormsby home. He rolled in snow to beat the flames after shielding his face from the wind. Aby, a rescuer, assisted and helped extinguish the fire locally. recovery is expected.
In Los Angeles on January day a widely unknown inventor and Margaret Flint Sinclair 58 were found dead in their breakfast room. Police suspect gas intoxication and an investigation is opened to determine if poison was served with the meals by a potential killer.
Floyd Prevost and Lane Brown were taken into custody in Mount Clements Michigan for examination in a murder case tied to Brown’s death on December 2. Prevost refused to answer questions, citing constitutional rights, as Mrs. Cecil Vester presented an incriminating tale against Prevost and Ruth Brown, the widow.
Partial armistice agreement reached with a tentative one week duration. Delegates indicated the accord could be terminated on 24 hours notice. The document notes the pact would become effective in January with further arrangements to follow.
Howard Elliott of the Pacific Interstate Railroad called for about three billion dollars to be invested by U.S. railroads in the next three years to upgrade passenger and freight facilities. He warned the industry faces serious shortages, noting 100000 new freight cars bought since government control and fewer cars now than in 1945.
Sheridan Journey Mayor-Elect Ed P. Taylor Commissioner-Elect Charles W. Hirsig and Fire Chief G W Bates inspected a new fire engine and arrived home in time to greet the New Year. They were pleased with the apparatus and its readiness.
Two deaths attributed to wood alcohol poisoning were reported to the coroner. Victims are John Walstrum, 16, and Joseph Pinve, 65, believed to be linked to New Year celebrations in Chicago.
Sheriff Alonzo Roach of Wheatland has been appointed state prohibition commissioner. He arrived Wednesday to take up duties in the capitol building and assumed office yesterday under the provisions of the appointment.
Cheyenne fire department opened the year with two calls. The first occurred on a street near the battalion headquarters and a nearby alley along Carey avenue. The second fire started in a district between Evans and Reed and between Fifteenth and Nineteenth streets, with both incidents causing smoke but no major damage.
Mexico City January 1 two more rebel chiefs captured by the federal government with their staff surrendering. Luis Barron long active in Chihuahua region and Rafael Pimen a general in Sonora state gave up in recent days.
District Attorney announced in Wichita Falls Texas that the death penalty would be sought in the trial of Mack Wolford and "Black to Harris" two alleged highwaymen. The case follows a store robbery at Wagooter City amid a spate of highway robberies reported in the county.
The piece reports rising news print prices in late 1919 with costs at 3.90 per 100 pounds in December and 3.75 a year earlier, while 1916 price stood at 1.88. Despite higher costs, consumption remained strong as the federal trade commission notes use of newsprint rising in 1948 and 1919. December figures were not yet tabulated.
Bayonne fighter Jim Smith stopped Art Magirl of Oklahoma in the third round in Philadelphia. Magirl was outclassed as his seconds threw in the sponge to save him from further punishment. George Chaney beat New York's foe, while Johnny Kilbane edged Al Soh of New York.
Midshipman Carroll Joy of Keokuk Iowa, second class at the Naval Academy, died from a bullet wound in an accidental shooting during target practice. Fellow midshipman M G Thompson fired at a target and misfired while adjusting the revolver safety, causing the fatal injury.
The 1919 annual health department report shows Chicago's death rate at 2.56 per 1000 for 359 days. It notes no recurrence of the previous year's influenza epidemic.
New York January 1 1919 was a record year for the motor car industry valued at 1 800 000 000 dollars according to Alfred Reeves general manager of the automobile Chamber of Commerce The report notes a slow start after the armistice but nine months of strong production pushing total output to 1 891 929 vehicles and 917 1 868 000 cars and trucks produced including all records set in the year
The report notes total passenger cars and trucks valued at 1 807 594 580 with per vehicle averages of 6882 and 1338 respectively. It highlights war-driven truck gains and rising rural motor use, with 1919 passenger car protection at 1 891 929 and rural bus ridership reaching 16 000,000. Projections estimate 1920 output near 1 4 million cars and 400 000 to 425 000 trucks, driven by closed car demand in cultural districts led by Tennessee Alabama Louisiana and Georgia.
Washington observed New Year's Day as a quiet Sunday with no public receptions or church services. President Wilson, ill, stayed two hours in a wheeled chair in the south parlor away from the wind and later received greetings from foreign dignitaries.
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