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Hundreds of Wyomingites welcomed the 448th field artillery unit back from France and Germany after nearly two years. The parade, ceremonies at the state capitol, and a daylong salute featured Colonel Burke Sinclair and Governor Cates honoring the returning soldiers with cheers, medals, and civic praise.
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Saloon Men Aim to Sell Beer Despite Prohibition
Eighty saloonkeepers and ten wholesale liquor dealers paid the internal revenue tax for the year starting July 1 as if prohibition did not exist. Anti-Saloon League officials call this prima facie evidence under Illinois law violation. Boston saloon keepers plan to sell two and three quarters percent beer after July 4 signaling rapid license applications.
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Senate Approves Army Budget Growth to 400000 Men
The Senate passed the army appropriation bill carrying 480 billion dollars with an average army of 400000 men next year, raising personnel and funds over the previous year. It sent the measure to conference as debates over the peace treaty and league of nations continued.
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Austria
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Fall Fails To Drive Immediate Peace Declaration
Senate Foreign Relations Committee votes 2 to 4 to defer consideration of Senator Fall's peace declaration proposal. Lodge and other League opponents back postponement while Fall and allies push for action. A special meeting is set for Monday with uncertain prospects for passage.
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Huns Riot in Berlin Rioters Attack Soldiers
Berlin streets crowded with rioters attacking Presbyterians and maltreating isolated troops after agitator speeches at Alexander Platz. Crowds fired on troops from streets and rooftops while authorities cleared the area near Alexander Platz.
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Pacific fleet split sails from Hampton Roads for west coast
The United States Navy plans to divide forces between Atlantic and Pacific fleets. The Pacific fleet will sail from Hampton Roads between July 6 and 20, led by the superdreadnought New Mexico as flagship with Admiral Hugh Rodman aboard. The Pennsylvania remains Atlantic fleet flagship. Secretary Daniels and staff will oversee the transfer and likely visit Puget Sound for fleet arrangements.
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Winnipeg Strike Ends After 16 Weeks of Mediation
Winnipeg leaders order workers to return Thursday at 11 am ending a 16 week general strike that began May 45. A provincial government commission will settle disputes and reopen industries nationwide. In Vancouver, sympathy strike continues with streetcar workers set for a referendum on resuming work.
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Massachusetts Ratifies Woman Suffrage Amendment
Massachusetts today completed ratification of the woman suffrage amendment to the federal constitution. The action was announced from Boston as the state approved the amendment, moving the national effort closer to securing the necessary states for ratification.
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Weather Outlook For Wyoming Line Forecast
TheWyoming forecast shows generally fair conditions continuing through Thursday and Friday. Temperatures are expected to remain mild with light winds and no significant precipitation anticipated statewide.
Foodstuffs Rotting On New York Docks Amid Strike
Merchants report rotting produce on New York piers due to a strike by market teamsters porters and chauffeurs. Telegrams were sent to governors in North Carolina Virginia Delaware Maryland and California urging Governor Smith of New York to intercede. Thousands of barrels of potatoes cabbage and other goods are decaying as 800 freight cars valued around 4 million dollars may be redirected.
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Commission
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Virginia
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Maryland
California
Smith
New Jersey
Separate War Time Prohibition Bill To Be Reported
Washington June 25 The House Judiciary Committee will report a straight war time prohibition enforcement bill tomorrow after deciding to separate it from the constitutional prohibition measure. The move, described by several prohibition supporters as drastic, aims to pass the war time bill before month end while the constitutional bill follows later in the day. An amendment by Rep Sterle to delay the act was defeated. debate centered on interstate and foreign commerce provisions.
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Washington
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Representative Walsh
Massachusetts
Prohibition
Sterle
Pennsylvania
National War Labor Board About to Quit
The National War Labor Board ended its activities in preparation for final disposition by the president. No new cases will be heard but controversies already submitted will proceed. unresolved matters by June 30 will be assigned to joint chairmen or a board section for disposition.
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New Record Set In 140 Mile Flight
A new record for a 140 mile flight was set in 61 minutes by Lieut Kenneth L Munay, formerly of the American air service, piloting a Sop with a camel over the Atlantic City to New York route. The event was officially recorded by the Aero Club of America.
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Ameria
German Leaders Call Peace Effort Finished
London reports a Berlin wireless proclamation from President Ebert Premier Bauer and cabinet stating peace terms must be carried out despite threats of separation. It urges loyalty, work, and faithfulness to redeem the country as talks move toward Versailles. Von Hindenburg's resignation and Muller’s refusal to sign the treaty follow developments in Berlin.
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Ariuny
Selecting New Delegates Paris June 25
Advices from Germany report the government is occupied today in selecting new delegates for Versailles as the council of four proceeds with the process.
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Paris
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Versailles
Germany Faces Nationwide Rail Strike Across Nation
An unnamed agency reports a widespread rail strike in Germany on June 25. All Italian and Berlin services halted in both directions with Breslau service heavily disrupted. The government is trying to end the strike.
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Cheyenneite Steve Johnson Returns From World War I
Steve Johnson, Cheyenne’s first enlistment correspondent, describes his service with the Rainbow Division. He fought in the 151st Infantry from Camp Mills to Lorraine and Champagne fronts, enduring gas exposure and seven hours of hospital delay, reporting frontline combat and endurance.
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