08 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1915
Page
1
London reports heightened precautions as German Zeppelins and armed biplanes near Dover prompt coast guard boosts and stricter dim light rules. Observers say raid likely on London or a major naval base to retaliate for Christmas actions.
In Denver Mio on January 6 the House of Representatives met to correct yesterday’s errors after the rush to organize. Philip S. Stewart was formally reelected as presiding officer to restore order and maintain majority harmony amid committee rivalries.
Fragmentary weather note reports slight warming in Washington and Wyoming. Mentions June observations and a possible shift in temperature with a mention of a MAP or MOPtbW region reference.
Denver dispatch reports Harry K. Thaw and Branford White drawing up a petition to amend the habeas corpus act to prevent future escape scenarios from New York to Canada. The petition aims to contain two million dollars in damages as a result of the alleged conspiracy and pending trial in New York.
A recent photograph of Kaiser Wilhelm shows his hair graying since the war began. Reported by cable dispatches from correspondents who have seen him confirms a notable shift in appearance from his prewar iron gray with more black.
Plans were completed for President Wilson to visit Indianapolis to address a Jackson Day celebration on Friday under the Indiana Democratic club. He will travel with Secretary Tumulty and Dr T Grayson, lunch with Senator Kern, visit his son, then speak at Tomlinson Hall before a public reception and return to Washington. He is expected to defend his administration and discuss congressional programs.
City officials in Laramie convene as Mayor Frank A. Buttner hands over to acting mayor Guy U. Rhoomaker and installs a new city council. Amid routine transfers, John Sigman challenges the police chief position and Stirling rides a deputy role into the reshaped administration.
Arizona measure banning alien employment was ruled unconstitutional by a federal court. Justices held the act violated due process and equal protection under the Fourteenth Amendment, arguing it could not restrict hiring by percentage or alien status without broader guarantees.
The University of Wyoming at Laramie reopened on Tuesday after Christmas vacation. Most students returned Monday and Tuesday. some remained during break. Faculty and staff prepared for the new term as housing and routines resumed.
London reports Britain backs down on three American demands over interfering shipping. The note favors swift trade relief, allows German vessel sales to Americans when genuine and not needed for belligerents, and targets continued South American trade with Allied approval.
London and Washington report the cotton laden steamer Denver from Norfolk to Bremen was released by British authorities after a swift consular inspection. The ship, diverted to the Orkney Islands, surprised officials as France and England had pledged no interference with cotton shipments. Ambassador Page pressed for prompt release amid claims cargo integrity was verified.
Washington January 7 The nomination of Ewing C Bland of Kansas City to be United States marshal for the western district of Missouri was rejected by the Senate yesterday in a unanimous vote. Bland's is the fourth nomination rejected by the Senate in recent weeks amid a dispute over recess appointments. The vacancy in the marshal's office remained before adjournment in October.
Washington reports the British government plans to compensate Walter Smith and Charles Dortch for deaths and injuries from Canadian troops during a Niagara River duck hunt. Secretary Arran readied a note to Britain seeking reparations and punishment for the troopers. Walter Smith was killed instantly. Charles Dortch remains in precarious condition.
President Wilson expects a coast trip to the Panama and San Diego expositions and a speaking tour from March to May 11. He urged staying away from Washington unless necessary. A canal opening plan was reviewed at a conference. Denver educators invited Wilson to stop in Leav er and brief the state on April events.
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