13 May 1918
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
1
Ryr and Randolph Leigh who in 1916 reevaluated Din M A degree from Coldim-ita University has led the Sheridan Enterprises for the last 18 months and will continue in full charge. Leigh will maintain general supervision of the Sheridan Enterprises and oversee the Pre jaader project.
May 13. It became known that a leading Mount Wilson scientist will move the Wig telescope from the Los Angeles observatory to Green River Wyoming over 2000 miles to attempt a 98 second solution to the mystery of the sun's corona.
The federal court opened at the Cheyenne federal building this morning with the grand jury entering session to consider indictments. Among cases is William Shamke of Sheridan arrested six months ago on a sedition charge. He was brought to Cheyenne today by Deputy U S Marshal Seavey.
Washington May 13 conferees agree on draft terms for all men who have turned 21 by June and later. The dispute centers on applying the bill to medical and divinity students enrolled before and after the cutoff.
A German torpedo fired from a submarine narrowly missed the steamer carrying the American labor mission and struck a naval vessel acting as a convoy. The vessel sustained heavy damage, and the attack was reported via a letter received by Mr. Simmons from Henry Hyndman who witnessed the scene.
Paris dispatch reports hunger riots of tremendous fury in Petrograd with the situation described as grave and authorities seemingly powerless. Many people are said to have been plundered in the streets.
In a May Reichstag address Admiral Von Kappelle praised April submarine results as highly satisfactory. He spoke in support of the military wing and was widely applauded. Independent socialist Vogbreich responded that after 15 months of unrestricted submarine warfare there is still no peace and the policy has failed to force victory.
Three American soldiers in the Lorraine sector reportedly attacked a German trench without orders. They killed an officer and five soldiers, seized papers, and withdrew under heavy fire, then organized another assault as German troops reinforced. The outcome of the second invasion remained uncertain.
Washington May 13 The War Department asked Congress for an additional 6 billion dollars to secure an adequate supply of heavy ordnance. The request adds to an 11 billion dollar program presented last week to the House Military Affairs Committee by Secretary of War Baker, as the basis for a fortification program outlined by Brigadier General Barnett, acting chief of the Coast Artillery.
Detroit authorities reveal an arson scheme targeting over a million dollars in business property. County prosecutor Janowski announces sixteen arrests with more to come, saying the case unraveled when a woman involved could not keep silent.
Official dispatch from Berlin via Amsterdam notes that Emperor William and Emperor Charles met at grand headquarters to discuss military social economic and political questions. The statement highlights harmony unity of armory and shared aim to boost military striking power and bolster public resolve.
A fragmented local notice from Douglas, Wye, May 14 cites a poster by the 100 per Cent American Club warning vagabonds and loafers to work or travel. It threatens a committee will collect names, addresses, and occupations and take action if no sufficient reason is given.
Lord Reading challenged a wartime report claiming Britain would delay American forces until they could stand as a strong, separate factor. He said such a plan contradicts instructions from British leadership and accused the report of being unfounded.
From Washington May 13 the War Department casualty list includes 38 New England soldiers among 96 names. Sol Schuster of Afton Wyoming reported dead of wounds. Henry Muck of Montague Colorado listed killed accidentally.
Nebraska farmer Frank Lowenstein pressed charges against Avastin Bates a clairvoyant for taking 2200 dollars with promises of locating hidden treasure on a farm. Bates allegedly claimed supernatural powers and fled to Wyoming after cashing the advance. Lawmen secured requisition papers to return Bates for trial.
From France and London dispatches May 13 to May 16 report thinning German lines opposite the American sector. Ancerville outpost deserted, shell holes abandoned, and troops withdrawn inland. German air and artillery activity focuses near Verdun and the Somme, with raids repelled and heavy losses cited.
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