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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1918
Page
4
A casual misdial leads to a humorous exchange as a busy person fumbles through a muffled, clipped reply. The caller adopts a mellow voice and insists on connecting with the intended party, highlighting the confusion of incorrect digits and office familiarity.
A terse listener dismisses a caller’s attempt at politeness with a harsh remark and a clipped retort. The exchange ends with a curt, unresolved note and a final jab about the trouble caused.
The market shows a sharp rise in Third Issue Liberty Bonds from 91 to 106 in ten days as war news boosts optimism. Bonds tied to near term redemption reflect faith in quick allied victory and a stronger market outlook. Investors urged to watch bond trends as the war continues.
The piece argues American aid in war is now a serious factor, defeating German promises of an early knockout. It notes U boats off the coast are ineffective against decisive American mobilization, citing Cantigny as proof of America’s growing strength and the inability of German threats to deter Allied progress.
Daily Market Report from Denver notes light cattle offerings and quiet trading with steers about 12.00 to 14.00, cows 8.50 to 10.50, and calves strong demand. Hog prices steady to firm with tops near 18.60, sheep demand good with lambs around 17.60 to 17.86, and regional quotes show steady to higher values across Kansas City and St. Louis markets.
Fragmentary listing shows Liberty Bonds with multiple quoted prices and small figures. Includes entries labeled Donnellan Thompson and Co. with various dollar values such as 899.66 09.60 79.62 and others, appearing as a market or treasury ledger clipping.
The Omaha branch of the National League for Wotan Service reports a new mending unit. Needleworkers volunteered to repair discarded winter garments, from ripped gloves to sweaters, mended and cleaned. All items are packed and ready for next season.
For 24 hours ending Friday midnight Cheyenne received no rainfall, a record not matched for nearly two weeks. Weather observer notes total rainfall up to 7 p.m. yesterday as 0.53 of an inch, hoping for clear and warm weather during Frontier week.
Advertises household furniture for sale at 2406 Hover Street with a contact phone number. Includes casual bid for interested buyers.
London July 19 A Royal Air Force lieutenant recalls a successful reprisal raid by a British squadron against German bombers at their aerodrome. The attack damaged two machines, burned a shed, and caused chaos as the enemy aircraft returned under false navigation. The raid ended with the British claiming a morale boost and a numerical edge.
The Ten Sleep Red Cross chapter reports final net proceeds of 2328.70 from an entertainment event. Funds will aid local recruits while cafeteria supplies and ticket sales supported the effort. A 75 couple crowd enjoyed Sorenson's orchestra with dances from a western quadrille to a modern two step.
Cheyenne nears Frontier Days with motor tourists and a large turnout of ropers and riders. Secretary Cahill notes record entries in broncho busting and steer roping, with many top performers from states west of the Missouri and some east of the river.
Miss Clara Greacen of the Treasury Department sails to France to join the comptroller of the treasury in Europe. The Michigan native from Kalkaska brings 15 years in the auditing branch, specializing in difficult questions and naval matters, to oversee pay rights and related legal issues for military establishments overseas.
An eight year old Hereford cow on the 4X Bar ranch near LaGrange on Horse Creek calved four calves. The extraordinary brood includes three bulls and one heifer, all healthy and nursing within an hour. Johnston plans a photograph of the quartet to display the mother’s remarkable event.
Government bureaus in Washington will set up lunch carts for young women workers. The scheme, begun by the district war camp community service with the Girls Friendly Society, aids workers unable to obtain meals in crowded restaurants. Several brigades have joined to provide equipment and helpers, with district control of lunches and truck operations at convenient office points.
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