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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1918
Page
8
A police reporter misattributed a bridal party to firemen after a bevy of young women, guests of the bride, organized a surprise at the fire station. The next morning callers corrected him, revealing the party was arranged by the bride’s friends and the reporter apologized to the fire chief.
A discussion argues England’s gasoline cutoffs do not apply to the United States due to domestic oil production and exports. It notes stockpiles, past petroleum output, and the need for drilling to increase production while acknowledging licensing by the food and fuel administrations.
In Brooklyn on February 14 United States Attorney France moved to dismiss the treason charge against Paul Hennig once foreman at Bling. His home and hens were reported to have helped raise funds for his defense after his acquittal. He is described as unemployed since the verdict.
The State Defense Council recommends converting lawns to truck gardens, arguing gardens are more attractive than grass and dandelions. They note increased local acreage boosts home grown vegetables and provides recreational value comparable to golf or baseball.
Cheyenne and vicinity expected warmer Thursday with fresh westerly winds. Wyoming outlook shows generally fair north and southeast warmer with unsettled south, east and north portions. Temperature, humidity and precipitation data included with recent changes and wind details. L. Ho Daingerfield.
A local thief burglarized the Burhans home in Spacken Hill and stole £5 11 0 from Genevieve Burhans. He later left a note and repaid the amount saying he could not take money meant for the soldiers. Genevieve, 10, had earned the funds from selling garden vegetables for the Red Cross.
Captain Ray E. Yingst of Cheyenne formerly with Company G Wyoming National Guard fell ill with rheumatism after arriving at Camp Greene North Carolina and was honorably discharged due to disability. Lieutenant Watkins, once a Cody newspaper man, contracted spinal meningitis at Camp Keene and later paralysis at Camp Mills. he remains in hospital with slim prospects for recovery.
Mayor Edward W. Stone received a telegram from Senator Francis E. Warren stating that one regiment and one squadron of cavalry will be organized without delay and placed at Fort Russell. The units will be sent as fast as recruitment allows.
A Mexican boy speaking broken English entered the state capitol seeking treatment at the adjoining national defense council office. After aides gathered enough words to form questions, the lad was directed to St. John's hospital. He reported a slight head injury from a fall near Union Pacific yards where he claimed employment.
The Cheyenne Country Club with 108 members plans the coming season opening in May with a reception and dance. Directors elected for the year are George H. Gilland Warren Richardson Peter Appel Charles H. Hirsig and A H Marbie. Officers will be chosen by the directors.
Eighteen stray cattle found by the Wyoming Cattle company, ten identified and returned through the Livestock commissioners office. Eight head remain unidentified and, unless claimed before April, will go to public sale on that date.
An old ad claims LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE tablets cure a cold in one day. It notes relief from cough and headache and mentions a signature on each tablet.
The private hospital unveiled a new maternity ward with ten rooms a delivery chamber and fully equipped facilities. Officials and nurses guided visitors through the annex while staff welcomed guests and served refreshments in the dining area.
City authorities will rigidly enforce sidewalk snow removal and vigorously prosecute noncompliers. Police Judge Swainsog fined six individuals five dollars each for failing to clear snow. Sing Wah George Nakamra Tom Ogasawara J M Weber Norman Veto Otis West paid the penalties.
Chicago March 6 Delegates to the national prohibition convention voted to cooperate and federate with the new national party after a test vote failed to reach two thirds. Dr Charles Scanlon of Pittsburg led a substitute resolution 202 to 75 preserving the prohibition party name while agreeing to joint efforts to elect state legislators and congressmen aligned with both platforms.
In Mexico City on March 6, dispatchers from the national railways pressed for recognition of their union and eight hours pay for seven hours of night work. Government and railway officials met ten representatives and agreed to discuss most demands, with raise negotiations to follow.
A local undertaking firm extends prompt courteous service from the NHOBHS group and partners Huckpelit and Finkein er for arrangements near the Plaine Hotel. The filing highlights professional handling and proximity to the hotel for ease of access and comfort.
Cheyenne faces a paste shortage as wheat flour restrictions limit paste for paper hangers and bill posters. After officials blocked wheat flour purchases without substitutes, workers scramble for non wheat pastes while glue and starch prices rise and no effective substitute material emerges.
State Labor Commissioner E P Taylor reports six to eight men apply daily at the state employment office and are refused work due to no vacancies or lack of employer notice. Despite war industry demand, workers struggle as plants lure labor locally to keep wages down and instill fear of layoff.
Chief of Police Embery notes a new ruling aiding cleanup of go-betweens who supply soldiers with liquor. The War Department declares that anyone delivering liquor to a uniformed man is equally liable with the seller. Money from soldiers to buy liquor makes the recipient an agent of both the soldier and the liquor house and prosecutable.
In San Francisco California acting district forester announces about one thousand goats will be released this summer to clear undergrowth in breaks of the Angeles National Forest. The herd, hired at cost of feed, aims to reduce fire risk along trails fifty feet wide and thirty five miles long through ongoing government effort.
Police Justice Swainson and Chief Embery report February fines totaling 722.50 mostly from drunks while license revenue reached 4202.20 at the city council meeting. An ordinance directs credit of prorated last year taxes to the funds. The Sherman company’s request to place a gas station on sidewalk at 314 West Seventeenth street was denied as not a bona fide automobile concern but a wholesale paint business.
In Niobrara county Buck Creek field has seen clashes between rival claimants over land. L C Cree Ohio Oil field manager was assaulted by O L Phelps representing Cactus company, suffering possible skull fracture. Phelps is under arrest.
The Stock Growers National Bank advertises one free pencil with each purchase of Thrift or War Savings Stamps. The offer runs for one week starting Wednesday morning March 6.
Three men including Fox a Denver youth and John Wilson of Pittsburg were arrested in Cheyenne after allegedly selling whisky on the streets last Sunday. They say Fox, hungry after two days without work, helped Williames carry bottles. Police confiscated the bottles and delayed trial pending more inquiry.
Arguments by W C Kinkead representing Gwerr sey and Hartville liquor men and A A Pike Platte county attorney were heard by the state supreme court. The case tests whether Platte county commissioners can refuse licenses for liquor within their jurisdiction. The court took the matter under advisement. decision unknown. William C Menteer sustained a demurrer to mandamus to compel issuance of licenses, prompting the appeal to the supreme court.
The secretary of state records show three firms filing incorporation papers. Voter Utilities Contracting with 20000 pounds capital, Heisman Corporation capitalized at 100000 pounds, and Corey Coal Company with 50000 dollars, offices listed in Lander, Springs, and bh.
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