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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1917
Page
1
Washington reports no orders on removing from League Island Navy Yard amid a smuggling probe. Federal agents say more arrests possible as investigators weigh international implications. five have already been arrested.
In Lawrence Kansas the water department reports the city uses the most water on Saturday nights for baths with Sunday showing the least demand as figures from the plant engineer show.
Phoenix dispatch reports David Poplinski turned himself in to police saying he killed a man named Dehinsos near NiSsu a Montana town in self defense. He stated he had no rest since the incident and surrendered this morning.
Reports from Santiago and Havana on March 12 describe that American forces have landed at several Cuban stations with no evidence of begun intervention. Government troops moved to aid the American citrus colony at Lagloria Camaguey as rebels allegedly threaten residents.
Police chief Co F Embrey proposes licensing junk dealers with bonds similar to pawn brokers to curb theft. He argues daily reporting would deter purchases of stolen goods and protect youths who sell junk, aiming to deter theft and create disposal limits. He will consult other cities with such licenses to adopt the plan locally.
Washington reports on March 12 that union leaders deny definite strike plans while officials in New York weigh responses. Railroads face pressure as conferences near Thursday with potential action if demands are not met.
Crowds from ranching and lodge circles honor Hugh Clark in Cheyenne as his favorite horse Buck leads the funeral cortege. Cowboys in regalia, Elks, and Masons fill the procession, with Judge John A. Riner presiding at the Masonic temple and Blue Lodge members guarding the graveside wreaths from Wheatland and local friends.
Pittsburg March 12 In session here chairmen of lines west of Pittsburg refused to state if they would force action after the supreme court decided to work for the present eight hour law It was intimated that some action could be expected soon We are waiting orders and we expect them soon said one chairman
A trunk carrying diamonds valued at 50 000 was stolen while en route from New York to Boston. Authorities withheld the shipper and recipient details and kept the case tightly sealed at police headquarters.
New Castle Indiana reports nineteen dead after a tornado that caused over one million dollars in damage. Two more deaths today. two missing. many injured and hospitalized. Food and money are arriving as supply lines struggle. crackers two cents, bananas five cents, gas shut off in many areas. canned goods scarce. national guardsmen enforce order amid relief efforts.
Eight members of the Wyoming national guard have enlisted in the navy and await orders. Enlistment papers are prepared but their reporting location is unknown. Several other guardsmen departed yesterday for Kemmerer to work in coal mines, arranged by the adjutant general's office.
Washington March 12. Despite talks on party control for the incoming House there are few signs of definite plans before the special session. Members have left the capital amid shifting strength from deaths and upcoming special elections. Representative Mann cited a possible bi partisanship while Speaker Clark predicted a six week session or until a year from August.
Washington March 12 Turkey has abandoned its effort to secure U S recognition of abrogation of the capitulations under which American citizens in the Ottoman empire would be subject to their own laws.
Partly cloudy conditions in Wyoming on Tuesday and Wednesday with possible snow in the northwest by Tuesday night. Warmer conditions expected in the north as the system passes.
The famed Jim Baker cabin once on the Snake River bank is being reassembled in Frontier Park Cheyenne after overland transport. Logs numbered for exact reassembly weigh about eleven tons and show bullet holes from historical attacks, confirming the structure's storied past.
General Carranza plans amnesty for most Mexican refugees after May 1 inauguration. Exclusions include Francisco Villa and close followers, plus those tied to the Madero and Suarez assassinations, with leaders likely a small group. Full guarantees to others expatriated during the revolution.
Three prominent Laramie High School students were suspended after a drinking incident on Thursday night. The school authorities made the suspension and will refer the case to the school board for a final decision, marking a recurring issue with Cheeung boys at the school.
Public notice states a formal declaration has been sent to ten embassies. No sailing dates are provided and all movements remain confidential to protect vessels about to depart port.
The United States announces it will place armed guards on merchantmen to deter German submarine attacks. Officials withhold sailing dates and armament details as they assess the submarine threat and possible U S involvement in the European war.
Four boys Allen Wade Willie Occonpinte James McGinty and Clyde Hilton were arrested yesterday charged with stealing over 250 pounds of lead pipe from James Morrison plumbing shop. They admitted the theft and led police to the pipe and Moore the junk dealer who had been approached. McGinty named as ringleader. They are to be tried before Judge Mentzer at 10 o clock this morning.
Irish nationalists reappeared in the House of Commons and secured a government promise to introduce the Irish estimates next week. The estimates will provide an opportunity to debate the entire Irish administration.
John Bowen fatally shoots his wife Mrs. Margaret Bowen 26 at his mother in law Mia Bowen’s home in Minneapolis. The couple split after a month of marriage and Bowen vows to return.
Fire crews responded at 1 20 AM to a Conway residence on eighteenth street to extinguish a small blaze caused by a faulty appliance. No injuries reported. damage limited to a single room and nearby items.
The senate approved severing relations with Germany by a 152 to 37 vote, and the government is expected to act on Monday.
Washington reports organized labor voted unanimously by 150 delegates from national and affiliated unions to pledge its service in any field if the United States must go to war. About 5,000,000 workers were represented in the convention called to determine the scope of labor support and potential involvement should conflict arise. The AFL and affiliated unions would back directives from national and state officials as needed.
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