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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1920
Page
9
During ice and snow a new invention brings anti skid chains for women to the market. Unlike bulky male versions these chains fit inside a handbag and clamp on with ease. The first demonstration pair for women was mapped on a Cincinnati street.
Hamby, alias Jay B Allan, recounts a life of crime from Tacoma to New York. He admits participation in thirteen bank robberies and two trains and other killings, while denying family ties and boasting about an intended Shanghai escape. He condemns the idea of acquittal, awaiting execution with indifferent resolve.
Mr Hines urged bold action on the railroad problem, arguing that delaying a decision risks a return to private ownership that may disappoint. The discussion centers on choosing a plan that safeguards public interest while protecting private capital.
The article outlines rules for dispensing distilled spirits for medical purposes. Physicians may prescribe liquor to patients only when necessary, with a maximum of one pint per ten days per person. Prescriptions must be on bureau blanks or physician blanks in emergencies. Only registered pharmacists or druggists with permits may fill these prescriptions.
The speaker claims conspirators planned wage reductions and, if a strike occurred, to suppress it wholesale. He cites evidence that some railroad managers would keep current wages only during federal control.
The new ruling allows war risk term insurance to be payable to a broad set of relatives and related persons including parents grandparents spouses and children and others linked by adoption or prior dependency. It adds conversion options into U S government insurance with a five year window after the war and permits lump sum payment at death if chosen.
Charles Pearson funeral services set for Sunday afternoon at 2 from the A. M. C. church. Burial will follow, the event reflecting community notices for the deceased.
The West Virginia constabulary, composed entirely of former service members, has taken the field after six months of training. Commanded by Colonel Jackson Arnold, the force covers 15 sub patrol stations along trunk railways and will mobilize if needed.
James Wallace of a ranch 44 miles north reports that last month a large band of moose raided his hay stacks. He says barricades were needed to protect the hay to feed his cattle through winter. The report comes from Jackson Wyoming on January 29.
In Buenos Aires on January 2 a mass meeting by the democrata progresista party at San Martin theatre was interrupted when a bomb exploded among the crowd. Attendees were later attacked from a cafe with objects thrown, prompting street clashes and stoning of an opposing newspaper office.
Joseph Mortellara an Italian employed by Union Pacific in Cheyenne died Wednesday night at the Union Pacific hospital at age 28. He lived in Cheyenne nine years and is survived by a brother, Vincent Mortellara of Chugwater. Funeral arrangements are handled by Clyde Early-Bricker Brothers.
In New York on January 29 officials feared that some extremists held for deportation may be released since proof of their alien status will be harder after changes in deportation procedures by the Department of Labor.
A resolution favoring the open shop was adopted at the National Association of Merchant Tailors annual convention in Atlantic City. The group decided to raise a $500,000 fund immediately to free the industry from the dictates of labor unionism.
Cody Wyoming Jan 29 Peter Perrin known as Old Pete is the oldest Wyomingite. he joined Dakota era migration, witnessed Lincoln assassination, helped build Fort Steele and the Union Pacific, served in the Civil War and traveled with no need for glasses at over a century old. He recently became the oldest living Wyomingite after Dad Sherrod’s death.
Helena Montana January 29 Richard Lackey recalls near Spokane that early settlers debated locating the falls as they predicted no tangible value and possibly none for a century. They judged the Spokane falls small beside the Missouri rapids during the Montana gold rush era and desert Washington.
In Great Falls Montana on January 29, a beaver colony has felled nearly all shade trees at Giant Springs along the Missouri river. The dam they built nearby endangers a popular picnic and tourist spot.
In Rome on January 4 4 Pope Benedict XV marked the fifth anniversary of his coronation with a grand papal mass in the Sistine Chapel. He was carried by sixteen chairbearers and wore a jeweled triple crown while cardinals archbishops and nobles led the procession. A 50 voice male choir sang without instruments as crowds cheered and the pontiff returned to his apartments to further acclaim.
Rear Admiral William M. Sims reiterates claims that the navy was unprepared for U S entry into World War I. The senate sub-committee investigating the navy’s war conduct will review his charges. Chairman Page asked Secretary Daniels for information on navy conditions before the U S entered the war.
Washington dispatch reports Assistant Secretary Shouse of the Treasury announced that foreign seamen may have their liquor with meals while ships are docked in American ports. The move follows protests from foreign governments over liquor stocks on ships at U S ports and was reviewed by Attorney General Palmer, who reportedly said enforcement could apply only to American-owned ships.
In East Northfield Massachusetts two New York born farmettes Katherine Sammen goon and Linda Schroeder volunteer for the first farmerette unit in Nebraska. They spend three months on a 4000 acre farm plowing harrowing mowing hay and driving binders. They work ten hours a day and care for their horses while longing to return home for summer.
L. B. and M. D. Schooley arrived from Waukegan to bring home the remains of their mother, a Cheyenne pioneer. The body will rest in Lakeview cemetery beside her husband H. H. Schooley, who died twenty-five years ago. Funeral arrangements are by Ntobbs Huckfeldt and Finkbiner and will be announced later. Mr. Schooley was a long-time employee of the Union Pacific railroad.
Mrs Sadie Ghulz, 76, of a ranch near Fort Benton, visited Great Falls and for the first time saw street cars motion picture shows and hotel elevators. She had lived in Teton county 37 years and never left the county or ventured farther than Fort Benton.
Funeral services for Mrs Adda Walcott will be held this morning at the Congregational church at 44 o'clock with Rev. A. F. Fisher officiating. Interment will be at Jim Lakeview cemetery. Pallbearers include A. A. Underwood F. R. Dildine Horace Jenkins William Storey I. G. Bevans and D. M. Carley representing the Masonic fraternity and the Order of Railway Conductors.
Funeral services for John Mullen of Wheatland were held at St Marys cathedral yesterday morning at nine. Interment followed at Oli vet cemetery with pallbearers T Joe Cahill Joe Mohatt George Carroll Stephen Bow Richard Grace and John A Martin named.
Governor Robert D. Carey departed last night for Lusk and will address guests at a banquet hosted by the Lusk Commercial Club this evening.
Fred L. Crabbe once state commissioner of prohibition announces new legal practice with offices in the Hynds building and plans active involvement in courtroom work.
A weekly air service between Buenos Aires and Montevideo was begun by the French aviation mission. Passengers are invited free of charge initially, with plans to charge fares when the Franco-Argentine Aerial Transportation Company takes over. The mission will transfer equipment to the new operator, inaugurating South America's first commercial aviation line. Flights cover the river mouth in about 90 minutes, compare to a 10 hour river boat journey. Airliners carrying 25 or more passengers are expected from France for the regular service.
A compact notice highlights the effectiveness of The Leader classified ads in drawing reader response. It emphasizes quick results for buyers and sellers through targeted local listings.
Milwaukee January 29 Jimmy Wilde, English flyweight champion, knocked out Mike Erite of St Paul early in the third round of a four 40 round bout tonight. The bout highlights Wilde's continued dominance and retains his title.
Wheatland January 29 The American Legion post has completed plans for a 60 000 two story club house to house offices a library reading room cafeteria and an auditorium on the second floor. The basement will hold bowling alleys billiards and a gymnasium with showers. A swimming pool may be built at the rear and a possible third floor could contain sleeping rooms later.
Several aviators of the Eighth aerial squadron waited per mission of Mexican authorities to cross the border and carry oil and gasoline to Lieutenants Davis and Grimes who made a forced landing 30 miles south of Zapata Texas yesterday Grimes and Davis remained at Guer rero a Mexican village 140 miles west of Matamoros according to latest advices at Fort Brown
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