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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1920
Page
4
Cheyenne and the people of Wyoming extend a hearty welcome to General Pershing. Hundreds of residents recall his earlier stationing here and the city honors the nation’s hero with enthusiasm and pride.
The piece argues the world’s trouble stems from the Great War and its aftermath, not a single leader. It cites Ernest Bogart’s estimates of direct and indirect costs totaling about 337.9 billion dollars, with civilian losses, military deaths, and mass casualties across nations.
The article argues that industrial excess and political extremism fuel a future blighting war and that efforts to prevent another war are seen by some as a crime. It notes widespread expectations for antiwar action but highlights puzzling public skepticism and opposition in certain quarters.
A reflection on postwar European requests for American loans and credit. The piece argues Europe seeks funds and favorable terms while Americans face immigration costs, social pressures, and outdated royalty, urging a balance between aid and protecting domestic interests as Europe’s age of royal power wanes.
Centenary of Robert W. Steele birth noted as Maryland leaders Ritchie and colleagues are sworn in. The Marquis of Lansdowne turns 75, and M Gaillaux faces trial in Paris over alleged efforts for a dishonorable peace. Canadian Social Service Council meet in Montreal to discuss child welfare and labor issues. Western governors plan Washington visit seeking 250 million dollars for irrigation and reclamation projects.
A listing of opening conventions across North America including London Ontario and Western Ontario Dairymen's association Nashville Tennessee State Teachers' association Boston Eastern Soda Water Bottlers' association St Louis Missouri Farmers' association Norfolk Virginia Ice Manufacturers' association Richmond Virginia Good Roads association Omaha Nebraska Lumber Dealers' association.
Racing events include the Winter meeting of the Cuba American Jockey Club in Havana and the Winter meeting of the Business Men's Racing Association in New Orleans. Golf features the Winter League of Advertising Interests tournament at Pinehurst and the Annual New Year’s tournament at Belleair Florida. Boxing bout Mike O'Dowd versus Frank Carbone slated for ten rounds in Detroit.
The Marquis of Lansdowne turns 75 and is highlighted for a career spanning government and diplomacy. His lineage traces to 11th century Walter Fitz Otho Castellan. He became governor general of India in 1883 and later served as secretary of war and foreign secretary. He also led Canada as governor general before India.
A compact list recalls events and deaths across history. Marquis de Marbois dies in Paris, William F Harnden founder of railway express dies in Boston, John S Barry ex governor of Michigan passes at Constantine. Also mentions Orsini plot in Paris and street railway strike in Brooklyn.
Pierre Loti born Rochefort France ninety years ago today. George F Pearce born South Australia eighty years ago. Coe I Crawford born Valnuy Iowa seventy two years ago. Charles Upson Clark born Springfield Massachusetts sixty five years ago. Whiteford B Cole born Nashville Tennessee sixty four years ago.
In San Francisco on January 13 a horse pulling a wagon fell through a store floor into an empty wine storage vat. San Francisco Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals officers said the horse’s life was saved by prohibition which left the tank empty, avoiding a potential drowning if full.
Berlin reports Field Marshal von Hindenburg may become a millionaire from his writings. The Berlin Gazette says he sold works in America for 12,000 pounds, about 2 million marks at current exchange. It notes German leaders understand the pound and dollar better than U boats or American strength.
Classified advertisement placed in the State Leader want ad section offering items for sale. Includes brief description and contact method to reach the seller. Readers are invited to inquire for prices and delivery options as available.
The goat Billy Whiskers triggers a scare at the Wagner home when Mr. Wagner mistakes him for a tramp. A shotgun blast wounds Billy, then he recovers after treatment and a hearty breakfast. Mrs. Wagner predicts more trouble as the night’s events fade into a comic, ongoing caper.
CHICO Calif Jan. 43 Sir Joseph Hooker Oak famed as the world’s largest of its kind has a 200 foot branch spread It stands 101 feet high with a trunk over nine feet in diameter The tree in Bidwell Park draws many visitors and was described by Annie Bidwell and Sir Joseph Hooker as the largest oak in the world A four foot branch was recently shed prompting a minor height reduction from 105 to 101 feet and tree surgeon C F Haskell notes it was shot from the uppermost limb.
VALPARAISO Dec 20 By Mail Development of the nitrate fields of northern Chile and Bolivia is expected to result from improvements of the port of Antofagasta now in progress at a cost estimated at 14,700,000 pounds. Increased commerce with Bolivia also is expected. Antofagasta has had a poor harbor and it is connected by railway with Buanchaca and Potosi, Bolivia. Silver ores and nitrate from northern Chile and Bolivia are shipped from this port.
A prominent leader campaigns for Ad9 and reports concrete outcomes from the effort. Local officials and supporters credit the initiative with measurable progress and public backing grows. The push emphasizes swift action and visible improvements across affected areas.
Porterville residents report that the H. J. Vincent family set new local private Christmas dinner records by hosting 80 guests outdoors this Christmas. Eight turkeys and several chickens were served to attendees.
In Cologne the Imperial Worker's Gazette reports average daily wages for German workers up 244 percent since 1914 and for women up 263 percent. The electrical industry shows the largest rise. A Cologne Gazette article notes a four-person family costs 240 marks weekly, about 12,480 marks yearly.
A Danish film director tied to copies of moving picture reels was arrested in Copenhagen for copying American films and sending them to Germany. The Nieuwe Rotterdamsche Courant despatch notes the charge and location.
Dr. Hirschfeld warns excessive tobacco use harms health gradually and in midlife. The ad promotes Nicotol as a non habit forming remedy to curb cravings and aid quitting, with testimonials from grateful users and a money back guarantee from local druggists including The Roedel Drug Co.
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