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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1920
Page
10
A historical newspaper masthead shows "RANDOLPH LEIGH" with publication details, pricing for 1 year and 6 months, and contact address at 1813 Carey Avenue Cheyenne. It notes Associated Press membership and republication rights for local news and dispatches.
Insurance engineers inspected a 2000 population Oregon town and documented numerous fire hazards. They noted insufficient water pressure and hydrants, weak fire equipment, missing prevention regulations, defective wiring at 47 sites, unprotected walls and floors at 28 sites, improper gasoline storage at 14 sites, lack of metal oily waste cans at 15 sites, defective stoves at 13 sites, ashes in wooden receptacles at 8 sites, chimneys on brackets at 41 sites, and heavy rubbish buildup at 38 sites. Public cooperation could greatly cut fire losses.
The German ex-kaiser gears up a defense after Germany’s suppressed papers surface. He blames England for the war for not offering counsel to France and Russia, while noting Britain would not lead a soldierly government. The piece critiques soldier presidents in America and contrasts wartime leadership with statesmanship. It ends with a Parisian coal stove image to illustrate public hardship.
The report praises Belgium's recovery after near extinction, crediting American and British aid, the king's policy, and forthcoming German indemnities for restoration and renewed industry.
A columnist reflects on President Wilson's letter to Senator Fall, asserting the note validates Fall's Mexico stance and constitutional view. It humorously contrasts Fall's interpretation with others, cites Osmosis and observed progress in industry, and ends with musings on art and the Louvre rule.
The Department of Agriculture details 1919 versus 1918 crop results for winter wheat, spring wheat, oats, barley, rye, potatoes, flax, wild hay and tame hay. Despite larger plantings, 1919 yields dropped overall while prices rose, lifting crop values. Potatoes fell in bushels but sold for far more, and hay crops declined in tonnage yet commanded higher per ton prices, shaping the year’s cost of living.
Massachusetts congressman Daniel W. Gooch born civil war era is honored on the centenary. Louisiana marks 105th anniversary of the Battle of New Orleans. Vancouver civic elections attract labor and women participation. International Association of Clothing Designers holds its tenth annual convention in New York City. Gen Perhsing welcomed to Omaha. Atlantic fleet prepares for Cuban winter maneuvers. National Democratic Committee to meet in Washington to set nominating convention timing. Jackson Day banquet invites prominent Democratic leaders in Washington. Racing, wrestling, boxing events listed in Havana Ogden Jersey City Passaic and St Louis locations.
Oklahoma's senior senator Robert L. Owen is listed among potential Democratic presidential nominees invited to address the Jackson Day banquet in Washington. Though not viewed as an active candidate, Owen's supporters believe he could attract many delegates from the south and southwest. Born in Virginia, a Washington and Lee graduate, he has lived in Oklahoma since its territorial days and is noted for financial legislation and opposition to traditional national institutions.
A compilation of historical milestones and obituaries including 1845 the Belle Zane steamboat disaster with 40 lives lost. 1848 birthplace of Sheffield founder Wilter Scott Gordon. 1886 death of Anson Jones linked to Texas independence. 1916 actress Ada Rena's death. 1917 Webb Kenyon liquor shipment ruling.
One year ago today reports say the Ebert government maintained control in Berlin against Spartacans while a large Bolshevik army was again defeated by loyal Russian forces from Siberia, underscoring stabilizing developments on the eastern front.
William A Clark, Montana mine magnate and former senator, born in Connellsville Pennsylvania. Sir Frank Dyson Astronomer Royal, born Ashby England. Augustus Thomas playwright born St Louis. Major General Sir Sam Hughes Canadian defence minister born Darlington Ontario. Rt Bishop Sheldon Griswold Episcopal Chicago born Delhi New York all marking 59 to 81 years since birth.
An old promotional notice urges readers to cut out a slip, mail with a five cent stamp to Foley & Co in Chicago, to receive a trial package of Foley's Honey and Tar Compound for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills for back and kidney pain, and Foley Cathartic Tablets for constipation and biliousness.
The Masonite Athletic Club, a group of younger Wyoming censistory members, held a dance last night at the Masonic temple. It marked the first event in a planned series to be hosted this season.
The will of Mrs. Ellen Conroy, who died Christmas day, leaves all property to Clifford Sewall of Bombay, India, who has managed her affairs for two years. A prior will reportedly bequeathed the estate to her church. Cheyenne assets total about 5,500 dollars in real property and 1,180 dollars in personal property with annual rentals of 800 dollars. A niece named Ellen T Welch of Lawrence, Massachusetts, may contest the will, as next of kin is unknown. Sewall is to receive all real and personal property and household fixtures.
December 1919 Wyoming oil operations slumped with only twenty three completions, most shallow wells, as storms and blizzards caused shutdowns. Salt Creek produced 5,000 barrels from a single well while Warm Springs Thermopolis led completions with five but 245 barrels total. Big Horn four wells produced 90 barrels. Lance Creek had three wells yielding 3,000 barrels. Gas output reached 12 million for the month.
The Pershing arrangements committee met in Cheyenne to review reception and entertainment plans for General John J. Pershing next Wednesday. About 45 attended. sub-committees reported readiness. Charles S. Hill chaired and later departed for Denver to confer with the Denver committee on plans for Pershing’s visit there.
Shareholders meeting in Portland Maine ratified boosting Elk Basin Petroleum capital from 5 million to 15 million and renamed the firm Elk Basin Consolidated Petroleum. They also approved acquisition of Grass Creek Petroleum and Keoughan Hurst Drilling.
Emmer Food Products at its annual meeting elected directors Robert G. Taylor W E Gilcrest C R Hagens F Randolph and B C Buffum. New officers include E F Randolph president W E Gilcrest vp KE H Bloeser vp and general manager BR K Staley vp B C G Buffum treasurer A C Bailey secretary and H E Buffum assistant treasurer. The company announced a second plant at Loveland Colorado and a large land contract across Colorado Wyoming Nebraska and South Dakota to augment Worland production.
Notices sent Wednesday call Williams Oil company stockholders to Casper on February 10 to vote on a director adopted resolution to raise capital stock from 200000 to 5000000 shares of par value 1. The increase aims to provide funds for acquisitions and expansion.
A director notes a continuing interest in Strawn Petroleum Syndicate and positions to capitalize on frequent offers of proven properties presented to the board.
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