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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1918
Page
2
Special dispatch from Washington reports pressure for government control of telegraph and telephone companies as strikes grow. War needs and a union-friendly National War Labor Board push toward possible government management to prevent service crippling.
In New York a nationwide anti espionage sweep backed by volunteers targets suspected agents and alien operations across the city and suburbs. The political scene centers on Whitman and Hearst as factions project primary outcomes amid war ballot themes.
New York May 13 Joe Jackson White Sox outfielder opened the season with a bright hitting streak despite weather delays. Eddie Collins fueled early victories with strong hitting and field play while Lefty Williams worked deep into games. Jackson's early form contrasts with his slower starts in prior seasons, offering Chicago hopes of a stronger campaign.
Robert Gibert Welbh longtime dramatic editor of the New York Evening Telegram serves as a war work secretary in the theater of operations for twelve years reporting from the front lines and coordinating cultural relief efforts.
The article reviews Dorothy Phillips as a screen star who uses color as mood and performs behind the camera. It notes her versatility across multiple features including Paid in Advance and a Alaska picture, praising her pace and energy in producing reels and her controversial presence in film critique.
Disappointment grows in Germany as Vossische Zeitung says the offensive in the west is crushed. New York dispatch notes Hindenburg’s drive failing to break trench stalemate, with Allied manpower expanding in France. Hope centers on war ending under current conditions. Germans face declining morale and rising public disappointment while Allies gain advantage.
Berne Switzerland May 13 A small growing group in Germany seeks to reshape the nations world standing by public appeals and threats of disintegration if changes are not made. Prince Max and Maximilian Harden warn German leaders to recognize others rights and act or face crushing responsibility.
A published statement by Dr. Wilhelm Mahlen former Krupp director condemns Germany’s leadership and war conduct. He argues the German regime cannot mend and urges independent Germans to reject current rulers and seek peace terms free of continued enmity. The Vouswele Zeitung notes Germans may punish their rulers for lack of leadership.
United Press reports a massive postwar buildout as Savannah, Charleston, Mobile, Tampa and New Orleans secure contracts worth millions. Mobile hosts a plant to build large ships on 2000 acres while ten yards modernize to boost capacity. Emergency Fleet and Henderson Shipbuilding push a marine railway on Pinto Island and a $2.6 million canal project is proposed at New, with firms planning yards from Pensacola to Jacksonville and beyond.
Local drive for the nationwide $100,000,000 Red Cross campaign begins in Cheyenne with Dr. Dexter Blount as the principal speaker at a high school gym meeting Monday evening at 7 p.m. Wyoming’s apportioned fund totals $190,000.
The ad lists several used motorcycles and engines with prices starting at $66.00 and up to $995.00. Includes Pierce Arrow and Bacelsior models with brief descriptions and pricing. Locations appear as WYOLGNG CYTOLARY and Carey Ave with unclear context.
Miltion Bronnet discusses why coal operators push alarming warnings about shortages and price rises. He notes car shortages, rail pooling limits, and rising production data in March 1918 while coal output overall shows gains despite two bad months.
An advertisement extols a herbal remedy for female ailments including backache headaches and nervous distress. It claims improved health from Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound and presents it as a solution for weakened constitution and menstrual discomfort.
Read about the distinguished newspaper merchant Cirigliano of Dee' Dew Welldine, his reputation, and the era’s press landscape reflected in community notice and tribute style.
The Philadelphia Bulletin reports Booth Tarkington’s quip about spiritualism. An illustrator exposed readers to a tale where a widow seeks contact with her deceased husband. The medium apologizes for poor communication and mentions unfavorable conditions as Joan never arrives before half past eight.
A United Press report from London on May 8 summarizes Ronald Macfie of Aberdeen Scotland explaining that every muscular movement is an explosion. He contrasts muscle action with aero engines and suggests starch foods and open air activity for greater power.
The new transatlantic steamer Stavangerfjord built at Kirkenhead for the Norwegian American line is expected to reach the United States within 24 hours on its maiden voyage. The 12500 ton white ship 550 feet long and 64 feet wide sails without passengers or cargo and will enter passenger service with Stavangerfjord home port to be the Norwegian harbor.
A Denver Times note describes a small boy, diminutive in stature, selling papers. The boy admits to buying papers in bulk, selling at a modest profit, and expresses eagerness for a chance to buy or sell, highlighting his opportunistic hustle.
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