31 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1915
Page
1
Wyoming lawmakers hear labor leaders defend a proposed workmen's compensation act. They praise the administration plan but scorn the proposed low benefits, urging higher schedules. Leaders cite comparisons with Oregon and Washington and list specific payout contrasts for loss of limbs, sight, and dependents.
Fragmented report notes the Pope calling for peace in Europe amid ongoing conflict. The text references church figures and prayers for solace, with mentions of sorrow, bereavement, and a desire for a hopeful future despite current tensions.
Berlin reports no confirmed Russian breakthrough as czarist forces move toward Konigsberg amid German reinforcements. Amsterdam and Copenhagen dispatches note trains crossing Belgium to aid Hindenburg in the east. Expert commentary sees Konigsberg capture as potentially opening pressure on Thorn and Warsaw. Paris dispatches claim Russian troop movements.
After a White House conference with President Wilson, Democratic National Committee Chairman McCombe announced that the 1916 campaign is on. It was implied that Wilson will seek renomination.
In Basin Wyoming on January 20 the evangelistic series at the Baptist church led by Evangeliat Steadman concluded Sunday night. About 40 converts joined the church as a result of the meetings.
Washington January 59 Representative Broussard of Louisiana today introduced in the house a resolution to suspend the free sugar clause of the tariff bill The move is opposed by sugar states though Broussard is not a Ways and Means member He is expected to push the measure as a deficit buildup concern looms for the Wilson administration in 1916 hewing to a majority belief it will pass despite opposition
A state house session discusses a school code committee to revise school laws for uniformity and reforms. Proposals include constitutional amendments on county superintendents salaries tenure and statewide voter initiatives. Fish hatcheries face broad cuts and a bill near Evanston is postponed.
A proposed constitutional amendment to ban liquor manufacture and sale after January 1, 1918 was submitted to Wyoming's legislature. Senator Gardner and Representative Kendal introduced the measure, sent to the revenue and judiciary committees, with text directing submission to male voters at the next general election.
A defense of true Christianity against war and pagan militancy argues that centuries of form over spirit have weakened Christian ideals. The piece criticizes rulers for fostering war while claiming faith, urging a return to peacemaking teachings and an end to race hatred and militarism.
In Washington Ja 10, a photograph of Grandpa and a young Sayre child attracted attention during a local event. Observers noted the subject's pleasant expression and the tailor scene, with the image said to reflect family life and memories from the Oregon region.
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