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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1920
Page
12
The Cheyenne State Leader front matter lists publication details for the 1867 established daily paper, including Randolph Leigh as editor and manager, post office mailing information, and Associated Press credit. It provides pricing for subscriptions and confirms Associated Press rights.
The piece argues the Supreme Court would not strike down the eighteenth amendment and that federal supremacy supports its law. It notes prohibition as established, while speculating on future shifts in defining intoxicating liquors and legal sales. It also questions Russia's forced labor under Bolshevik rule and methods.
A manufacturer proposes a 3.00 cost to produce a 0.50 article raising questions about adequate reasons for 5.00 retail price and the claimed clothing price cut from 8.60 to 4.98, suggesting disputes over pricing strategy and margins.
A candidate proclaims opposition to de humanizing labor, a phrase that resonates amid a labor market where workers command strong wages. The remark draws broad agreement from rivals and supporters, signaling a shared push for humane treatment in work.
Edith Moriarty highlights Dora Palkin of Connecticut as the youngest woman admitted to the U S Supreme Court bar. Palkin, a 1916 graduate of a Washington law school, served on the legal advisory council during wartime and advised the Associated Charities. The piece also notes a Red Cross call for 100 plus college women to train as social workers to aid shell shock cases across seven Neuro-Psychiatric Public Health Bureau hospitals with salaries from 1500 to 2100 and scholarships from Smith College, New York School for Social Work, and Chicago School of Civics and Philanthropy.
In a story from Frances Trego Montgomery Billy Jr. endures a goat tale of a fight with a fireman after being trapped by workmen at a firehouse. The scene ends with Billy tied to a pump and the question if he will submit to a bath. The passage also notes Oklahoma era civic figures Roberta Campbell Lawson and her roles in women’s clubs and defense councils.
Edith E. Moriarty argues against a French senate proposal to tax spinsters for spinsterhood. She notes that in France postwar demographics create marriage shortages and suggests targeting men instead, arguing the plan unfairly penalizes educated single women and would not address the depopulation issue effectively. Copyright, 1920.
Oklahoma will send eight women delegates to the Democratic National Convention in San Francisco. Among them are Mrs. Richard L. Vite of Tahlequah, a grandniece of Sequoyah who helped organize the state’s first Women’s Democratic Club and led county Liberty Loan drives, and Mrs. Eugene B. Lawson of Nowata, tracing lineage to Indian chiefs.
Kate Richards O’Hare, a prominent Socialist leader, was considered for the vice presidential nomination at the party’s national convention but narrowly rejected due to her prison term. Debs was in prison too, so a candidate with liberty to campaign was preferred. O’Hare, wife of a Socialist editor, led Missouri radicals and faced espionage act conviction, with her remarks about mothers and soldiers cited as the offense.
Large crowd observes a staged labor demonstration in Italy as workers and unions march past packed housetops. The display signals high tensions between laboring and ruling classes amid industrial unrest.
Prosecuting Attorney C B Lane plans to file answers to two damage suits by Minnie Gagnos seeking 20000 dollars in damages and 50 dollars for a doctor's bill. Gagnos accuses Lane of assault defamatory language and threats to arrest her for alleged theft of furniture. Lane says no statement beyond filing the answer.
A brief line notes that procedures proceed in due time as prescribed by law. The statement signals completion of a mandated step and adherence to legal timing. The source emphasizes procedural timing and formal declaration.
A promotional slip invites readers to send 5 cents and their address to Foley & Co. in Chicago to receive a trial package including Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds, Foley Kidney Pills for pain and rheumatism, and a cleansing laxative. The ad emphasizes wholesale availability and mail return.
Dance event at the Elks Hall features Schembeck novelty orchestra starting at 9 p m. Admission is $1 50 a couple with music and social dancing noted in local attraction listings.
An advertisement touts a monthly compound labeled Ladies and promising relief from long lasting conditions in 8 to 5 days. It claims no harm or work interference and offers a booklet free with orders by mail for $2.00 and $8.00 for double strength. The seller is Dr Co. Sabbathington Remedy Co., Kansas City, MO.
A humorous local vignette recounts an accidental street collision with a pedestrian asking about injuries. Subplots include a Arkansas resident quipping about influenza recovery with liquor and a dentist weary of a coiffure obsessed patient. The piece blends small town chatter with rustic humor.
A striking yet simple frock features a flowered silk voile body and buff organdy front panel tucked from hem to neck. The standout design element is the voluminous harem skirt giving the outfit a bold silhouette.
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