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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1915
Page
1
Paris dispatch reports heavy fighting along the Dniester between Zurawuna and Hallex with Russian reinforcements allegedly forcing Austro German troops to retreat. Galling western front actions mix optimistic French claims with cautious German notes as battles persist.
Russian troops in southeast Galicia inflicted heavy losses on Austrian forces attempting to cross the Dniester near Kosmierzhyn. The region saw a bayonet assault and intense combat as the attackers tried to advance.
London dispatch reports Walter Runsiman saying England will defend against any attack in Flanders and will have enough explosives to overcome ammunition shortages. He notes learning to counter submarine threats as artillery actions continue in Italy with Austrian claims of repelling attacks and slow Italian advance. German forces may add eighteen army corps by July’s end, while Britain and Austria-Hungary see multi-billion war loan activity and large subscriptions pending next month.
Washington reports the Carrangletas under General Larranza driven from Mexico City amid tensions with Verazua. State Department notes no immediate crisis, urges smoothing of differences with Europe, while officials seek peaceful resolution and refrain from new confrontations.
St Joseph June 25. League magnates decide salaries will not be cut and the Western league will proceed with the schedule as adopted before the season's start.
In Denver on June 25 a scheduled 15 round boxing match between Joe Reagan of San Francisco and Reagan of Denver reached the twelfth round when a foul for holding halted action.
Reports from Vera Cruz and Mexico City say Villa Zapata factions push to defend the capital with Gonzales delaying lines of communication. Artillery clashes and famine fears rise as Villa Zapata forces vow to resist and Gonzales leads from the front. In El Paso heavy fighting near Agua Caliente is reported with Villa directing troops.
FresnoCalifornia June 25 Fire destroyed the Barton Vineyard Company winery near Fresno wiping out the main winery and storehouse and about 700000 gallons of wine with losses estimated at 500000 dollars. Wind and spreading flames menaced the government warehouse distillery sherry house and cottages as crews worked to save remaining structures.
Denver bandit Harry Ke Hillen was executed at the state penitentiary at 10 30 p m yesterday by the hanging device. The weight drop broke his neck instantly and Dr Hart Goodloe declared life extinct in under seven minutes. Hillen admitted the murder of Thomas J Chase in Denver and faced death calmly with a brief whimper after the cap was placed.
In Brescia Italy on June 25 military authorities seized fifteen monks at a monastery near the city. The monastery has been closed as part of the action.
Counsel for Charles Becker weighed an appeal to the United States Supreme Court to delay execution for the murder of Herman Rosenthal. A writ of error or habeas corpus was proposed on newly discovered evidence claims, possibly triggered by a prisoner’s letter alleging a frame-up by Rose Vallon and Webber.
Testimony before the federal grand jury probing alleged recruitment of British soldiers indicated a serious violation of the neutrality pact with the United States, said John W. Preston US district attorney after a day of witness examination. The investigation is set to continue until Monday.
Paris reports the chamber of deputies approved a government war appropriation totaling 1,120,000,000 dollars for three months starting July 1, passing 492 to 1. The decisive vote reflected broad support for covering immediate wartime expenses.
In the closing days of the state leader's free trip drive city candidates must submit all business by noon to secure tickets for the Sells-Floto circus. Out-of-town contenders Miss Crater of Laramie and Mabel Noyes of Burns may attend, with several young sisters invited as campaign supporters. Rosa Rosalind, famed equestrienne, will entertain and share duties with the workers and campaign staff.
A garbled broadside promotes candidate activity in Cheyenne and Fort Collins with circus and show details. It urges voters to pick up vote coupons and subscriptions by noon for Sunday counts, naming several candidates and their supporters. The piece touts a western circus and lists prize-winner names and locations including Cheyenne Laramie and Casper.
Secretary Houston describes his ten day inspection of six western forest districts as invaluable. He cites enthusiasm loyalty and good will among forest personnel and notes strong cooperation with communities relying on forest resources. He visited logging sites grazing areas water power timber operations and recreation facilities.
Judge David H. Craig a long time Third Judicial District presiding jurist in Wyoming died in Evanston from acute indigestion after a 42 day Kemmerer session. Born in Belfast Ireland in 1858 he came to the United States, practiced in Ohio and Rawlins before serving as Carbon County prosecutor and state senator. He is survived by his widow two sons Douglas and Robert and a daughter Mary, with his wife and daughter in California.
London reports police stations equipped with respirators for patrolmen and constables as protection against gas attacks amid fears of urban unrest. The measure targets frontline responders and aligns with civil defense preparations.
Weather forecast fragment mentions Vneetiid weather Sagerday and Cooley. No clear location date or events provided.
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