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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1917
Page
8
Interstate roads may file tariffs to raise rates on coal and coke shipments. Wyoming officials and state committees discuss prepared actions under the Interstate Commerce Commission to regulate rail charges.
A fragmented report describes Bartlett seizing a WWEAL title in a fiery tournament shown in Port Caroline area, with references to certificates from a U.S. agency and a 99 percent win testimonial. The piece notes a cash prize and a local club scene around Gy Peak and Cheyoute Cigante.
Proceedings in a federal fraud trial accuse eleven defendants of stealing from the government during a copper ore venture. The jury returned a guilty verdict against several, with outcomes including convictions and acquittals while others remained unapprehended or unindicted at press time.
Worland plans expansion with four new residences and a program to improve town appearance. An $8,000 home will be built opposite Jbb Cook’s nearly finished house with concrete walks and curbing laid along the street by local citizens. Albertson avenue is set to become a premier residential street as Worland welcomes new residents and visitors from the west side of the Big Horn river.
A garbled report recalls a Denver Independence Day event with a heavily disputed altercation. It mentions a detention camp, a detention start, and a tense confrontation involving Denver figures and a “lord-fought” contest where the Indians faced a significant defeat.
London reports a chaotic Lords session on July 1 as former viceroy Hardinge attempted to defend his actions during a disastrous expedition. The debate touched on troop losses and political fallout, with witnesses and officials scrutinizing the decision making and its consequences.
In San Francisco on July 4 loyal republican troops clashed with imperial forces over restoration of the monarchy. A cable despatch to the Young Journal notes the confrontation reached here as the conflict escalated amid competing loyalties.
A chaotic wartime style report describes slur remarks attributed to U S officers on the Fourth of July and a plan to hand the matter to authorities. The piece references duties, military attire, and questions of discipline amid controversy and public response in a city setting.
The Second Baptist Church hosted a Sunday afternoon prayer meeting crowded with attendees. McPherson will deliver a women only sermon this afternoon at 2 50 and return at 7 90 to deliver his famed gambling sermon with lessons drawn from a deck of cards. An étoile will sing plantation tunes.
Washington dispatch reports predictions of a bitter house senate clash over the war revenue bill unless drastic senate changes are made. Rep Rainy ranking Democrat on the Ways and Means Committee spoke after the finance committee reported the draft.
Colorado residents C. C. Donovan and J. D. Riner from Berthoud arrived in the city yesterday and stopped at the Pialnas hotel for a visit.
Two thousand soldiers from Fort Russell and Cheyenne townspeople attend a multi sport event at Frontier Park. The Twenty-fourth Cavalry wins overall points and tops the Twenty-fifth in afternoon baseball 7 to 5. Lieutenant Maulsby directs the tournament with the Cavalry band providing music.
National League results include Cincinnati 2 to 12 Chicago 0 to 10 and Boston 14 Philadelphia 6 to 1 New York 8 Brooklyn 2 to 0 St Jonls 4 to 4 Pittsburgh 3 to 1. American League games feature Washington 6 to 5 New York 4 to 4 Philadelphia 4 to 2 Boston Jet Cleveland 5 to 2 St Louis 2 to 0 Chicago 4 to 4 Detroit 2 to 4.
Moorcroft Wyoming July 1 Captain Clyde Yonleleon and Sergeant Clyde Lingher of Company A, Wyoming National Guards, spent the forepart of the week in Gillette recruiting eight men. Frederick Guthery and Guy Kinsley enlisted at Moorcroft, bringing trained men to 40. Need 34 more to reach war strength. Age limits 18 to 45. Captain Danielson left yesterday for Newcastle.
Washington July 4. Administration bills move to the House military committee proposing immediate construction of 22 625 aircraft and an appropriation of 639 million dollars for the great American aviation project aimed at defeating Prussian autocracy through air power.
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Major Sahicke urges women to join war effort during Pine Hiloffs celebration, arguing the 1776 declaration and American principles place duty on every citizen. He recalls colonial sacrifices and warns against divine right monarchies while praising patriotism and wartime sacrifice.
London reports show nearly all newspapers in England raised or plan to raise prices due to paper shortages. A total of 244 newspapers and periodicals, including 47 dailies, have increased or will increase their prices.
Ralph Malford won the 10 mile Omaha auto race at 101 mph with two stops due to trouble finishing in 1 23 53. Joe Thomas placed second, Walter Haynes third, Tommy Milton fourth. Eddie Herne, Dave Lewis, and Andy Burke followed. J A Marter, manager of the Haynes entries, will protest to the American Automobile Association alleging timing errors that favored Mulford.
Ottawa July 4. J C Waters president of the Trades and Labor congress of Canada urges conscription of material wealth if manpower draft becomes law. He replies to a BC federation of labor inquiry on labor stance toward conscription.
In Washington on July 4 a suffrage demonstration in front of the White House led to 18 arrests and a four man disturbance. Thirteen women of the party are held for unlawful assemblage with a hearing tomorrow. Four men, all from Washington, face disorderly conduct charges.
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