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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1920
Page
4
The Cheyenne State Leader presents a standard copyright notice from the Associated Press. It claims exclusive republication rights for AP dispatches and local news, with all rights reserved for special dispatches and novels.
A veteran’s manifesto asks for a society guided by ambition truth energy and love of God home and country not class war. It argues war profits fuel conflict and praises those who died for freedom while urging America to stay true to its ideals as symbolized by The Stars and Stripes.
The public utility commission argues utilities must earn sufficient revenue to attract capital and fund extensions, while delivering reliable service at fair rates. California pursues a policy to guarantee just investor returns and abundant capital, signaling a shift to practical regulation over politics as western states race for industrial and agricultural dominance.
The piece argues that perfection hinges on truth and repeated adjustment, citing Michael Angelo and Leonardo da Vinci. It extends the standard beyond art to economists and statesmen, insisting that truth and perfection guide policy, with wisdom and duty guiding national decisions and leadership.
War department staff officers and high generals met in Washington to plan future policy for the U.S. Army. The conference assembled top commanders from six departments and seven regular divisions with Secretary of War Newton D. Baker present. The photo shows numerous officers across front and rear rows and the famed General Douglas MacArthur in the back.
A firm declares customers will receive their lead promptly at the firm’s expense if a promised lead is not delivered. The notice emphasizes quick action and ownership of the delivery cost.
The Manitoba Provincial legislature assembles today while trials begin in Tacoma for several alleged S W W charged with criminal syndicalism. Wisconsin Democratic state committee meets in Milwaukee to elect a new chairman for the campaign. Sir Oliver Lodge opens his American tour with a New York lecture on The Reality of the Unseen. An Atlantic Coast conference on the cost of living and eight hour laws is called by the National Consumers' League for Newark New Jersey today.
The schedule lists racing events in Havana and New Orleans, bowling nationals in St Paul, a Mankato skiing tournament, a Duluth curling bonspiel, Pinehurst midwinter handicap shoot, Belleair January golf, boxing bouts Levinsky versus Howard in Perth Amboy, Williamson versus Sriedman in New Bedford, and intercity amateur contests at Crescent A C in Brooklyn.
State Department in Washington designates Folkes in News Millis Loring Diesel as U S commissioner at Berlin. Diesel, Boston native and Harvard Law School alumnus, will advise on German capital developments and aid American manufacturers seeking to renew ties with Germany.
A condensed timeline lists Mary McGauley Molly Pitcher dying in 1823 in Carlisle Pennsylvania born 1744 October 48 1744. It notes Charles Kean 1868 death in London born Waterford Ireland 1844 Jan 48 1844. Also George D Prentice born Preston Connecticut 1802 died Louisville 1870. 1906 Valencia wreck 129 lives Vancouver Island and 1914 blue sky laws upheld in Ohio Michigan and South Dakota.
The Supreme Council reports propose discussing peace with all Russian factions. Meanwhile reports surface of Bolshevik attacks on American positions along the Northern Russian front.
Joshua W. Alexander born in Cincinnati 68 years ago today becomes secretary of commerce. William H. Finley born Delaware City Del 58 years ago today leads Chicago and Northwestern Railway. Terence V. Powderly born Carbondale Pa 71 years ago today led Knights of Labor. Chase S. Osborn born Huntington county Ind 60 years ago today served as Michigan governor. Amos A. Strunk born Philadelphia 34 years ago today played for Philadelphia in the American League.
Bill Moore, arrested days ago on disposing of government property, is jailed to await trial. He faces charges of selling pistols and other government goods amid the ongoing case.
Henry de Kay, uncle of Jeanne Anna de Kay the missing heiress, is asked to provide crews to aid in the search. Miss de Kay was mentored by Jane Addams at Hull House. Wesley de Kay, her father, is a retired millionaire in Switzerland, and Henry met him at Lucerne to discuss affairs.
A week long conference of Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, and Poland ends with a committee to draft a defensive pact against Soviet Russia. Lithuania balks at joining with Poland, eyeing ties with Germany and an armistice with the Bolsheviks. Polish stance shifts amid French and British influence changes.
Superintendent A S Jessup and about a score of Cheyenne high school boys will travel Friday to Fort Collins for the older boys conference of the northern district of Colorado under Y M C A direction. The event runs Friday night to Sunday night with Jessup presenting the program on Saturday at 11 15 in the morning. Attending boys include Ferree Marks Lester Van Nostrand George Sorenson Lyman Erickson Howard Erickson Charles Welsh Joseph Watts Merrill Williams Dan Rees Roy Rodin Arnold Carlson Lawrence Desmond and William Woolston.
Billy the goat learns he can be bought when Tim Rooney and Mike O'Hara bargain over him at a shed door. Mike first offers cash, then raises bids as Billy’s value rises, finally swapping for three dollars plus Tim’s rusty hunting knife and cigarettes. The scene ends with Billy changing hands to Mike O’Hara amid playful mischief.
Two shades of gray velvet figured georgette form a new American made frock. A side closing is decorated with silk tassels extending to the bottom of the skirt. The design shows a modified Turkish effect in a stylish Spring garment.
CG Williams and E Stafford are held on 15 dollar bonds to appear in police court for disturbance. Stafford reportedly demanded arrest of Williams at the station and threatened to act himself if refused, then a bar fight broke out with Stafford injured and both men arrested.
Joseph Walsh of 2312 Carey Avenue Troop 2 is the first Boy Scout to donate to the state museum. His collection includes an Indian arrow head, Civil War cartridge case, international stamps, French railway check, French paper money, Mexican coins, French opera checks, railway insignia, U S service medal, army button, and photos of French streets. Miss Anderson praises the gift as a valuable educational asset for Wyoming schoolchildren.
Advertisers claim Marmola Prescription Tablets reduce two to four pounds weekly without exercise or dieting. Consumers urged to buy a large case for $1 from Marmola Co at 864 Woodward Ave Detroit Michigan.
An at home hair dye remedy uses Orlex powder dissolved in distilled water to instantly color gray hair black brown or light brown. The box includes a $100 gold bond guarantee, claiming the product contains no silver lead zinc sulfur mercury aniline coal tar derivatives and will not rub off or feel sticky.
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