28 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
1
London reports twenty one British vessels over 16 10 tons and seven under 1600 tons were sunk by mines or submarines last week. No fishing ships were lost. Losses this week match the prior week with thirty two vessels reported. larger ships fell by six while smaller boats rose by two.
Washington June 27 The advance guard of America's fighting force arrives on French soil as Pershing prepares the main contingent. Generals Selbert and Pershing oversee the first abroad troop group. The U S army has set a record for rapid transportation despite submarine dangers and planning after the May 18 order.
Women fill the United States courtroom as defendants defend themselves against charges in the high grading conspiracy. John Muelhausen admits involvement in the gold theft but denies receiving any proceeds. Tony Cuas testifies on the ring's operations and confirms payments and connections to Fossinger Daniels and Cochrane. The trial proceeds with further cross examination as more defendants face the stand.
A campaign pitch promises 60000 extra votes for each 26 dollars in subscriptions this week. It stresses big subscriptions bring big votes, with automobile prizes as the ultimate goal and a deadline of next Saturday at 10 p.m. for all entries.
In Washington the Senate Agricultural Committee re drafts the war food bill with a bone dry prohibition, authorizing government control of iron, copper, factories, and mines. Senator Kendrick swaps to back the house amendment, 9 to 7, while the broader measure faces delays before July 1.
Salt Lake City reports indicate the Denver and Rio Grande line suffered about 20 miles of washouts after the Price River Irrigation breach near Fairview. Officials say trains should run again in about fifteen days as workers and machinery are rushed to repair the damage. Miners from Carbon district offer labor after losses from the disaster.
Governor Houx urges all Wyoming women to register for war duty, with the state war council handling registration in home precincts. Registration is voluntary but encouraged to support draft preparations as men are sent to the front. the effort aims to sustain prices and national mobilization amid global conflict.
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