Wyoming Dry Campaign Expands Across State
The Anti-Saloon League announces a statewide organization with a new advisory committee led by former Governor Carey. Campaign aims to organize every county and precinct, bring in national speakers including E. J. Moore and William J. Bryan, and hold mass meetings to promote prohibition after the recent legalization of the measure.
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United States
U Ube Anthialoom League
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Mgists
John Barileycorn
Gupt. F. L. Crabbe
Anti-Salcom League
Joseph MM. Carey
Archie Allison
J. Ros Carpenter
Harry Durham
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F. J. Furry
Old John
Carey
Cheyenne
Colorado
Supt. Crabbe
William J. Bryan
E. J. Moore
Anti-Saloon League
Wilson Aids In Pushing Program Through Congress
President urges swift action on key bills including railroad vocational education general leasing water power and Porto Rico revenue in talks with lawmakers at the Capitol Leaders from both parties promise cooperation Western senators warn action on leasing and water power depends on navy concession on the Phelan amendment to aid private operators in naval reserves
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Navy Department
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Liquor Bill 18 Killed by Vote in Lower House
Absent nine members caused Liquor Bill 18 to fail despite a majority of votes cast. The measure would empower county boards to revoke licenses for violations of state liquor laws, but some drys opposed it as unnecessary. The roll included 25 ayes and 15 nays with several absentees noted.
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Underwood
Wymer
Yoder
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Heys
Kephart
Kirk
Nelson
Oviatt Sullivan
White
Wricht
Mercer
Rane
Worland
Hard luck for chiefs as city freezes raises
City commissioners deny pay raise for Police Chief Charlie Emberg and Fire Chief Ed Taylor while keeping their 100 per month salaries. They cite legal limits and await building code updates and viaduct reinforcement plans. A committee will work with the City Attorney on a new building ordinance and concrete paving for the south side viaduct.
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Ed Taylor
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A. A. Haerresen
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Glafcke
Uohbio
Rumor Claims 200000 Romanian POWs Despite Quiet Fronts
The Overseas agency reports Romania has 200000 prisoners of war, including dispersed soldiers hiding in forests and villages. A Norwegian captain says a French cruiser was sunk near Madeira, possibly by a German submarine. British transport of 1800 men reportedly struck a mine in the English Channel, but no confirmation follows.
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Baronica
Madeira Islands
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Funchal
Canary
Rumania
Berlin
Rotterdam
English Channel
Colorado Man Killed by Big Snowslide
Juncot Robinson age 20 was killed by a large snowslide twenty miles north of Debeque Colo His father buried but dug his way out of the slide in the same incident occurred today officials said
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Debeque
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Juncot Robinson
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Pershing Troops Move Toward U S Border
In Juarez on January 22, Pershing’s outposts begin shifting toward headquarters before leaving Mexico. A Mexican courier reported 161 motor transports departed Colonia Dublan for the border while El Paso officials await orders to recall National Guard units from the district. Transportation and homeward movement will follow and Pennsylvania troops are expected to move first.
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General Pershing
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EL Paso
Tex
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Industrial Club Reports 1916 Achievements and Plans
The Cheyenne Industrial club holds its annual meeting at 8 p.m. to elect officers and review a year marked by prosperity. Secretary Lamont highlights major accomplishments such as highway improvements, a new city filter, a county agent, and conventions drawing national attention, with plans to solidify finances and expand publicity.
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Cheyenne
Heclod
Industrial Club
Lamont
Union Pacific
Capitol
Laramie County
Carey Avenue
Country Club
President Wilson Defines Peace Basis and a League of Nations
Wilson argues for a peace by concert among nations, a universal covenant, and a strong force to guarantee permanency. He stresses a peace without victory, inclusivity of the New World, and clear terms before engagement in a League for Peace.
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America
New World
Europe
Wyoming Weather Wednesday Snow and Cold Unsettled
The forecast calls for light snow in the northern areas and warmer conditions in the southwest. Expect unsettled weather and much colder temperatures by Wednesday with additional snow possible.
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Wyoming
Wilson urges world policy shift beyond isolation
President Wilson proposes extending the Monroe Doctrine to guide all nations toward own development and peace after the war. He argues the United States should consider a world league, seeking conditions for universal free choice and security, meeting with strong cabinet and Senate audience.
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LaFollette
Wilson
Senate
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United State
Senate Chamber
America
Republicinn
Calf Born With Heart in Throat Dies at Moowsr Ranch
A calf born at the Moowsr ranch had its heart located in the throat. It died shortly after birth, with death attributed to heart trouble according to ranch reports.
Consul Bopp and Three Aides Sentenced in Neutrality Case
San Francisco January 22. Frank Bopp the foreign official general was sentenced to two years in federal prison and a thousand dollar fine for neutrality violations. His aide Ehth von Schwedt received the same sentence and Lieut George Wilhelm von Britten of the German army and consular attach was given a similar term. Crowley secret agent was convicted and received the same punishment.
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Frank Bopp
Th. von Sehwck
Col Sult
George Wilhelm von Britthen
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