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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1920
Page
1
The Senate approved an anti sedition bill prescribing penalties up to 5000 dollars or five years in prison for distributing materials advocating forced overthrow. The measure bars mail matter promoting force or sabotage, allows federal court appeals, and imposes deportation for aliens violations.
The aerial transportation committee of the Chamber of Commerce secured a pledge from Otto Praeger that regular daily air mail between Omaha and Chicago will begin February 1st.
San Francisco reports that Japan and China have begun negotiations over restoring Shantung to China. A cable to the New World states both sides are engaging on the key territorial issue amid diplomatic talks.
Victor Berger of Milwaukee, re-elected from Wisconsin Fifth district, was denied his seat 328 to 6 as the House barred him after review of his alleged aid to the enemy. The vote followed a quick swearing-in attempt and a committee resolution explaining Berger’s ineligibility.
Paris reports ratifications of the Versailles treaty were exchanged and peace declared among Germany, France, Britain and others except the United States. Baron Von Leisner noted Germany’s readiness to fulfill terms while lamenting the U.S. continued state of war. He cited Germany’s prior delivery of products including 2,500,000 units.
Washington officials report General Pershing denied claims that American soldiers were needlessly sacrificed on Armistice Day. In a Nov. 24, 1919 letter to Representative Fuller he said U S forces acted under Foch orders issued Nov 9 1918 and that attack orders were withdrawn after learning of the armistice.
Georges Carpentier KO’s Blink McGlaskey at early second round in Bordeaux. Manager Descamps says Carpentier vs Jack Dempsey for the world heavyweight title would be staged in New Jersey on Labor Day. Dated remarks discuss date options and purse vs gate arrangements amid fight talks.
James W. Coffroth says he cannot explain the claim by Georges Carpentier's manager M Descamps that the Dempsey Carpentier fight would be held September 6 in New Jersey. Coffroth had believed his $400000 bid for the bout was accepted and declined further details.
Secretary of War Baker urged radical changes in government with cabinet members seated in either the Senate or House. He said ministers should defend their policies and answer questions, arguing for accountability between executive and legislative branches. He spoke to New York League for Political Education members.
Republican senators favoring ratification draft a counter proposal to Democratic reservations. The plan tackles some collateral issues while deferring Article 10 and voting power in the league of nations. Acceptance hinges on Democrats agreeing to other reservations.
Readable lines indicate a fair Sunday and a likely Monday shift, with notes about northern areas. Details are fragmented but imply a mild, dry weekend pattern with potential adjustments in the north.
Los Angeles January 10 Jack Dempsey heavyweight champion said he knew nothing of any Dempsey Carpentier bout on Labor Day September 6 and that manager Jack Kearns might clarify the matter according to M Des camps Georges Carpentier's representative.
George R. Bierman, Union Pacific ticket agent in Cheyenne since July 4, has been appointed general agent in the passenger department at Chicago, effective March 41. He will remain in Cheyenne until March 4 except for a few trips to Chicago, after 46 years in the railroad.
Four governors two lieutenant governors and 25 representatives of the Western States Reclamations association and the League of Public Land States left Denver for Washington to present a memorial urging a 250 million reclamation appropriation. The party includes Utah’s Simon Bamberger Arizona’s Thomas EB Campbell New Mexico’s D A Larrazola Idaho’s D W Davis Colorado’s George Stephan Montana’s William McDowell Wyoming’s Carey Washington’s Hart Nebraska’s McKelvie. A conference with western senators and representatives is set for January 43rd to discuss reclamation.
General John J. Pershing, hailed as a victorious Missourian from France, led a parade in Kansas City. He attended a luncheon, spoke to two women's clubs, and was presented with a gold sword amid throngs of cheering Missourians.
In Washington on January 10 Senators Borah of Idaho and Thomas of Colorado denounced New York's assembly refusal to seat five socialist representatives. They warned such expulsions threaten democracy and could invite violence, urging tolerance of political views and noting public will in other cases.
after talks with legislative leaders Thaddus C G Sweet speaker of the assembly said sentiment remained unchanged on the suspension of five socialist members and advised withholding judgment until all facts are presented
The House naval committee voted to raise enlisted pay 30 to 50 percent and officer allowances 240 to 840 annually, retroactive to January 1 and through July 4, costing about 18 million yearly. Kelley to introduce the measure Monday as vacancies drive retention. Secretary Glass urged 15 million in food relief loans for Austria Poland and Armenia to stabilize western Europe with potential expansion to 200 million.
Denver January report confirms 6510 pints of whiskey vanished from the state department of safety vaults. The loss occurred during the tenure of former head Harry J. Allen and will be reported to Governor Shoup next week.
Kimball high school defeated Cheyenne high school 81 to 24 in a brisk, clean game watched by a capacity crowd. Kimball meets Lander next Thursday, with a return game against Cheyenne set for February 27, followed by a well attended postgame dance.
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