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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1920
Page
7
Resolute defeated Shamrock VI by handicap in the fourth race at Sandy Hook. The series is tied at 2–2 with the decider set for Saturday. Fog shrouded Ambrose Channel as both yachts lined up for the 30 mile triangular course.
Sir Thomas Lipton remains confident in his yacht Victoria and crew after two consecutive losses. He praises the rival Resolute and its sailors, while stating Victoria had limited training with only three trials, yet his optimism for the final result persists.
Seven government expeditions will visit Alaska soon to investigate mineral resources of the territory. Alfred H. Brooks, geologist in charge of Alaska work of the federal bureau of mines, announced here recently.
Speech by Senator Harding accepting the Republican nomination is called a bank by Parley P. Christensen who ridiculed the nominating process. Christensen says the farmers labor candidate sees little in Harding's words or mind. Hiram W. Johnson says Harding's acceptance declares an unequivocal stand on the league of nations, securing Republican victory.
The fifty five member crown council approved peace treaty signing with allied powers at Yildiz palace. Three imperial princes Buran Edine Effendi Osman Fouad Effendi and Folin Effendi, Nationalist sympathizers, urge the sultan to abdicate claiming the treaty worsens Turkey's condition and the caliphate should be left empty. The sultan shows no disposition to abdicate.
Barkalow Brothers, general news dealers, report a spike in morning Leader sales. They sold thirty papers daily last week and now expect sixty, aiming for a hundred daily by next week. Commuters from east and west trains consistently buy the paper.
Governor Cox, Democratic presidential nominee, moves his campaign war council to his home in Trasils end to focus on acceptance speech due August 7. He met with Senators Harrison and King and manager EB Moore to review public matters and league policy. King says Cox's positions satisfy Democrats and he plans three Utah speeches in September.
Frontier committee moves headquarters from Archie Allison’s 1806 Capitol Ave to 1813 Carey Ave in the former Cheyenne State Leader business office. New contacts list room and show information lines, with entry blanks and rules at the alley-adjacent site. The city court room in the city county building will direct the show, opened next Monday for contestant talks.
Hundreds of Cheyenne men and women form a Glad Hand Brigade to greet Frontier visitors next week. The Rotary Lions and Chamber of Commerce unite to staff 800 members, each recruiting two more, to ensure friendly, helpful receptions and avoid overcharging guests.
Chicago delegates of the American Farm Bureau Federation discuss plans for a permanent Chicago bureau to coordinate cooperative marketing of grain and livestock. The aim is to reduce speculation, stabilize prices, and give producers control from farm to manufacturer. A national committee will seek positions from Harding and Cox on agricultural policy.
Generally fair Saturday with warmer conditions likely on Saturday. Sunday is forecast to be somewhat milder, with pleasant trend continuing into the weekend.
Sixty railroad officers and union leaders were subpoenaed to appear before a federal grand jury next Wednesday in a probe of the April unauthorized walk out. John Grunau and H. H. Redding were among those named, as protests over hiring youths rise. The railway labor board wage award faces a referendum this fall amid wage and working condition demands from 70,000 employees.
Moonlight rates for rowboats and canoes at Westlake Echo Lincoln and Hollenback parks rise from 25 to 35 cents an hour after a park commission recommendation to the city council. The change affects lake rentals in Los Angeles.
London reports a cabinet split over Ireland policy with Lloyd George suspected of offering concessions short of a republic while the Tory faction pushes for stronger military measures. Officials doubt Sinn Fein would attend any conference, citing their self governing government and Irish volunteers policing the country.
In Belfast looting returned on Newtowards Road and near Dee Street where a large spirit and grocery store was ransacked. Police made five arrests while St. Matthews church in Ballymacarrett was occupied by the military. About 200 ex servicemen volunteered as special police. An estimated fourteen per gang have been killed since rioting began.
Warrenburg Mo July 238 United States Senator James A Reed warns that another European war is looming and urges bringing troops home He says 18 000 soldiers are in Europe and could be drawn into conflict without congressional action argument centers on Poland Russia Britain and the league of nations covenant
About thirty Wyoming funeral directors gather at the Parish house auditorium for two days of sessions on embalming methods gas embalming and other professional demonstrations. Exhibits include coffins motor hearses and products from firms in Iowa Minnesota Colorado Illinois and Michigan.
Coal shortages loom as pending strikes threaten supply. The Interstate Commerce Commission may force priority coal movement to New England while Illinois miners' strike draws federal conciliators and a New York meeting with mine operators and manufacturers is planned. Vice President Fishwick expects many miners to return to work soon, though some doubt the need for further conciliation.
Poland urged the United States through its legation for moral support in the fight against Soviet forces. The appeal asked for statements from the State Department and President Wilson to boost morale, with indications of sympathy from officials and a prior U S stance against the Bolshevik regime.
Polish forces counter attack to retake Grodno as Bolshevik pressure shifts eastward near Plonim. Communique reports Bolsheviks checked on the Polish left while pushing along the St Chara river and crossing the Vbrucz near Kamenets Tobolsk. Southern front fighting continues.
London July 23 The British public is disturbed by the possibility that allies may be forced into another European war to save Poland Premier Lloyd George says the danger is real and newspapers speculate on policy The Labor party criticizes him for backing strong measures as Bolsheviks gain ground Continued on Page Six
Senator Harding rests after notification day with telegrams of support arriving from Republicans and progressives. He travels by auto to Mansfield for lunch and golf, joined by Senators Frelinghuysen Hale and Elkins for a fourball outing in a Long Island or nearby region.
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