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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1919
Page
16
The Cheyenne area recorded a heavy brief shower between 6 and 7 pm causing streets to flood as gutters overflowed. Thunder accompanied the rain and crops not already stressed gained moisture, with no damage reported beyond localized pooling at Capitol and Nineteenth to Eighteenth streets.
A campaign to inform voters about a sewer bond issue outlines questions and answers to print citywide. A window card and wearables will be used, with Rotary Club and Industrial Club meetings announced for this week to discuss the measure and hear objections. A committee will organize judges at precincts and locate donated polling places to avoid city costs.
A caravan carrying about 250 farmers travels from Great Falls to Sidney Nebraska seeking work after crops were destroyed by dry weather. They are promised at least 30 days of work at 50 cents an hour, with H. G. Gould overseeing arrangements for the trip and pay.
VALPARAISO Chile July 14 Five vessels were destroyed or blown ashore and heavy damage caused by a Mie hurricane that swept the port Saturday and Sunday. All but one of the crew of the German steamer Gain were drowned. The Sols was washed ashore and de afrayed. The German ship Pelikan 1935 cet sunk at its masrings repair ships the Maipungi and the government steamer were pounded to pieces Geran.
Mexican ambassador Ignacid Bonillas reported in Washington that the Mexican government has captured and executed murderers of American citizens. He said pacification efforts consume two thirds of public revenues and that benefits and rebels are laying down arms and returning home to farm, aided by distribution of agricultural implements.
A band of Carranza soldiers seized the Mexican town of San Antonio, about 60 miles southeast of Presidio, imprisoning residents since 6 pm. The group divided the male inhabitants and confiscated all cattle, then departed with captives and livestock. The town’s fate and destination were unclear by nightfall.
El Paso reports a Villa band active between Rosko Bonito and San Antonio with Hipolito Villa, Francisco Villa's brother, possibly leading the force. Officials say the group may have conscripted male residents of San Antonio, a claim known in Washington for some time.
Congress debated the definition of a non intoxicant amid floor disorder. Dyer of Missouri urged adopting a 2.75 percent alcohol standard as war time prohibition to permit sale of light beers and wides, citing President Wilson. Gallivan of Massachusetts pressed for disclosure of home liquor stocks while Branton of Texas disputed an amendment defining intoxicants by juries.
Automobiles in Hungary, long without tires, reportedly obtained by smuggling two carloads of French tires into the country. The tires, sold at about $250 each, reflect widespread price pressures as shortages persist.
Berlin dispatch notes Venizelos of Greece took the initiative to form a new Balkan league. Tageblatt reports the move does not compel all nations to join, and suggests steps toward a regional alliance.
In Glenrook under the new Wyoming prohibition law Graham and May, operators of a former saloon, had gallons of whiskey stock cached. Blackie, a well known town figure, found the cache and took forty five to fifty gallons. Graham accused Blackie of stealing. Blackie claimed whiskey belonged to anybody since July 1 and rights ceased with the law. A fight ensued after the accusation, with Blackie overpowering Graham. Both men face charges if liquor is found in their possession.
Cheyenne commissioners debate final draft licenses for near beer and soft drinks with proposed $300 general fee, $150 for soft drinks only. They consider limiting near beer to deter seasonal and temporary outlets and protect drug stores and soda counters. An amendment opportunity remains before passage.
About 1,000,000 people attended the Methodist centenary exposition in Columbus as it closed. The church now launches a drive to recruit 1,000,000 new members.
Globe Arizona experiences one of the worst floods in 85 years. Business district and main street inundated about 1 o clock with heavy property damage estimated at 100000 dollars. Water depths threaten further damage and potential loss of life is feared.
The city council granted permission to close the alley parallel to Lincoln Highway and Seventeenth Street from O'Neil to Bent. Arp and Hamman Hardware requested the obstruction to allow a new Informational Warvester company structure to be built with a large platform in the alley.
In Tez, July 14, forty four white men were arrested on warrants charging assault with intent to murder following a Friday clash between white men and Black residents. Bonds set at $1,000 each with grand jury action pending. Captain Hanson said more arrests would follow on arson charges for six burned Black residences.
Savannah Georgia was chosen as the next convention city for the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Enginemen, after a three-year term. On the third ballot Savannah won 546 votes to 266 for San Francisco with Houston dropping out after the first ballot. The board of directors was re-elected and installation of officers and unfinished business were planned for the final day. The convention opened June 9.
Wm. A. Phelan, brother of W. Q. Phelan, served in the Battle of the Marne with the 427th Infantry, 32nd Division. He was wounded early, spent time in front line trenches, and was wounded again before the armistice. He has been visiting Cheyenne and leaves today for his Medicine Hat ranch in Alberta after his discharge in Wisconsin two weeks ago.
The final contingent of American troops bound for home will board ships on August 15 and 20, with 58 cargo vessels used to speed transfers. Major General G O Shanks, in charge of Hoboken port of debarkation, noted that accommodations had been criticized and explained the need for cargo ships to expedite redeployment from France.
Mrs Vera Trepaginier, 60, a widow, was found guilty of manslaughter in the shooting of Paul Frederick Ward during an altercation over a publication of a likeness of George Washington. The state did not seek the death penalty.
Five hundred deputies patrol the Argo plant of Gora Products Refining after renewed rioting between strike supporters and union workers and guards. One woman and one man are reported to die, two others wounded, and many more injured as authorities seek to restore order.
Wyoming reports show drought and heat have reduced crop conditions across the state. Irrigated fields still decline though less than dry land. showers in the past week offer some relief and water replenishment. Corn acres, potato and flaxseed forecasts are provided with percentages and production guesses for 1919.
The national council of the Socialist Party voted to oppose ratification of the peace treaty. The tally reached 1,480 against and 454 in favor with 87 abstentions.
Cheyenne passes emergency ordinance banning discharged soldiers from wearing military uniform while selling. Proposed by Mayor Stone and inspired by a War Department letter from Lt. Laughlin. Effective immediately next Monday with fines from five to one hundred dollars for violations.
About 1,000 mutilated veterans paraded past the reviewing stand where President Poincare sat, many blind or in wheelchairs, using canes and crutches. They came from all provinces, dressed in varied attire, as crowds filled streets and balconies along the patrol route.
Shipping board cuts coal rates to South American ports by 2.50 per ton effective tomorrow. Rio de Janeiro and Santos set at 178 per ton, Buenos Aires Montevideo La Plata at 416, west coast at 45 with discharge rules. Cement rates on the east coast of South America also reduced by 2.50 per ton.
Hibschwerlen, a Cheyenne resident, suffered a right side paralysis from a Sunday stroke and remains confined at home. He reportedly fell last night and is in serious condition. He has no immediate family in Cheyenne and a daughter lives in Los Angeles, California.
Opening game of the Cheyenne Fort Fussell baseball league at Fort Russell at 6 30 p m features THO 2ter Infantry against the 15th cavalry General J P O Neill will pitch the first ball and the 15th cavalry band will play All officers and soldiers not on duty expected to attend an admission of 25 cents charged to civilians only parking arranged for good viewing all games at the old ball diamond behind the base hospital
Five hundred notices calling for higher assessments were mailed to property owners yesterday by County Assessor H. D. Andrews. More will be sent daily until 5,000 notices are reached. The new valuations are 75 percent of actual value, following state board of equalization guidance issued earlier this spring.
Deputy Kilgore of Casper escorting two prisoners from Chieveraal Sunday to Rawlins to begin penitentiary terms for robbery and rape.
Mr and Mrs Albert Hearst Manechia Russell and Lisle Gray made an interesting motor tour to Estes Park Saturday evening returning Sunday They paused at Fort Collins en route and noted the scenic route through the area.
Routine business marked the first meeting of the Order of Railway Conductors in Cedar Rapids Iowa for their semiannual convention. Representatives from across the United States and Canada attended the opening session and the new officers led by first vice president Samuel B. Berry of Toronto will be sealed Tuesday.
Thomas Page Jr United States ambassador to Italy arrived in New York from Liverpool on the Garmenta and said he had returned to resign his post. He denied having resigned yet but stated he had written Washington months ago to request permission to come home and tender his resignation in person.
Chicago July 14 The Millers export association formed to lower domestic flour prices at the expense of Europe. Leaders say the alliance includes six states and aims to cover about large shares of the national flour market through coordinated pricing and exports.
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