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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1918
Page
12
The piece argues that Germany’s victory would harm humanity and democracy, but a U S defeat would shake national faith and our long record of victories. It claims Americans fight for liberty and right, and notes how occupying German trenches could redefine Kaiser’s view of Yankers as land grabbers.
The article notes a dramatic rise in the U S Army medical force from 435 officers in 1917 to about 93 000 today. It describes recruitment, reserves, and the emphasis on highly trained staff, with 17 500 officers in the reserve corps and 85 000 civilian physicians nationally, many serving in military roles. It also highlights the challenge of preserving civilian medical coverage and the ongoing effort to remove underqualified personnel while expanding preventive sanitation under medical leadership.
A children's verse continuation mocks the Kaiser and declares a famous victory while exposing hunger, loss, and suffering in Germany. The Peterkin character questions the supposed gains of war as ships rot, colonies vanish, and blood stains German life, ending with a playful jab at authority.
The article credits President Wilson with turning the Monroe Doctrine into a living policy. It notes German wartime ambitions in the Americas, the Zimmerman plot, and Latin American support for a broader doctrine. It cites Dr Alejandro Alvares’s view that twenty-one Latin American republics endorse expanded principles to block territorial gain and indemnities.
A long verse urging humane treatment of horses written as a prayer. It asks for feed, water, shelter, gentle handling, proper gear, regular care for teeth and health, and humane ending if worn out. The text ends with a note that Amon Joss Willard and Fred Fulton may fight, contingent on reading the fight story by rounds.
Special dispatch notes rapid buildup of U.S. military hospital capacity. By March 15 the army lists bed capacity growth from 5 000 to about 54 473 with new stations in France and major expansions at home. Hospitals feature standardized equipment and elite medical staff from leading surgeons and experts.
A narrator recalls a pleasant morning and a planned dinner party with Dick, Mother Waverly, and Chad. Busy interruptions, miscommunications, and a failed dinner lead to an exhausted mood after a theater outing. The scene ends with the promise of continuation.
An old citizen near Martinsville overheard a discussion where Republican and Democratic leaders reportedly agreed not to buy votes in the upcoming city election. The remark suggested the deal could significantly affect election plans.
A committee led by ABE MARTIN urged Consti Bicium to reopen rabbit season. The reference recalls the old song line about not wandering from home fireside, reflecting regional humor in a clipped historical note.
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