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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1918
Page
1
A British officer recalls a German torpedo boat destroyer commander who caused trouble four years ago and was reportedly thrown overboard by his own crew. The tale, confirmed aboard a destroyer, reflects growing discipline among German sailors.
London authorities and Freemanthe authorities are studying extradition of the former German emperor after his flight to Holland. The Allies reportedly believe they may demand surrender of the emperor and others involved in grave crimes. Holland reportedly says it cannot surrender without Germany’s consent.
Field Marshal Haig commends the Sines American Second Corps for its gallant service with the British Fourth Army in France and Flanders. He notes the September 29 attack that opened the road to final victory and cites Dellcourt Mauroy and other key operations. He expresses pride in having the unit under his command.
Washington reports that General Semenoff refuses to recognize Admiral Kolchak and his government. Semenoff’s forces have dwindled dramatically since last summer and are now nearly negligible. Allied hopes say Kolchak can manage the Semenoff situation and keep the Chinese Eastern railroad open despite Semenoff’s retreat.
Foreigners and foreign firms in China show a clear rise in 1917. The American population grew 10 percent from the prior year, American firms rose from 246 to apparaît. Japanese residents reached 144,492 with 860 new firms, Russian numbers fell slightly, and British presence also increased.
Vienna on November 21 described a waning influenza epidemic after a peak of about 400 daily deaths. The dead were laid on planks and wrapped in paper due to a coffin and carpenter shortage amid the city’s crisis.
Berlin reports entante powers likely to discuss repeal of the blockade after consulting with President Wilson. Dispatch cites Copenhagen sources and the Berlinische Tidende.
Thomas J. Mooney, awaiting execution on December 1% for the Preparedness Day bombing murder, said from his San Quentin cell he favors demonstrations in his behalf and wants a new trial before Judge Franklin Griffin. Governor Stephens will meet San Francisco labor council leaders in an informal, off the record discussion on Mooney's case tomorrow.
A House Appropriations Subcommittee plans an investigation starting next Monday to determine savings from the transition from war to peace. The panel, led by a Kentucky representative, will call heads of all government departments as witnesses.
Copenhagen reports a Berlin dispatch warns that within six weeks Germany will face catastrophe in both basic food supplies and livestock. Grain is reported adequate yet potato crops fail due to labor shortages from Russian exodus. Supplies from Ukraine Poland and Russia have ceased. Thousands of returning soldiers worsen the situation.
The import of Chinese salt into the Philippine Islands rises as high freight rates from other sources push China as the main Philippine market. Some shipments failed to meet pure food standards due to adulterants, but specially selected salt is now reaching inland areas with promising trade expansion.
A social rendezvous named China House has been opened by the Y M C A for Chinese students. It is located at 668 Wear 119th street and aims to provide a meeting place addressing a growing need for student community and support in New York.
Police in New York kept sammy supporters off beds and protected a gathering of internationalists denouncing capitalism. Hundreds in uniform outside the hall clashed over entry as a woman with a red flag was briefly disarmed. inside, representatives stated no red flags or government denouncements were present.
Finnish readers react with relief and editorial proof in Duluth and New York papers after announcements of hostilities ending. Paiva Lehti praises U S for advancing peace and national independence, urging liberation of oppressed peoples including Finland and other small nations.
A Chicago vote by the general chairmen and secretaries of railroad telegraphers representing 45000 workers across the United States and Canada approves a strike in protest of wage supplements and working conditions. They demand a 60 cent hourly minimum, up from 48 cents, with changes to working rules. Similar meetings were held in Boston, Baltimore and Atlanta.
President Wilson stated there will be no censorship of peace conference news and American correspondents will be granted full facilities to transmit dispatches. He outlined plans to travel to Europe and return within six weeks, with discussions on timing and participation among cabinet members.
Reports from Washington indicate Canada plans an expedition to reinforce British forces in Vladivostok to aid the Czestochows in their campaign against Bolsheviks and former German prisoners. Some Canadian troops have already departed, joining allied and American units. A separate Paris dispatch notes an allied squadron sails for Sebastopol with battleships, cruisers, destroyers, and a French destroyer.
Paris dispatch reports after the armistice, Americans Dr E. Polk and Capt H Hamilton reached Metz on November 17 with the Red Cross. They found 45 American wounded at a hospital. German troops had removed their own wounded and taken medical staff away.
General Allenby, who led Allied forces in Palestine and Syria against the Turks, arrived in Cairo today with his staff. Immense crowds greeted the victorious commander as he rode through the city on his way to formal entry.
The United States government refuses to approve the transfer of vessels under British registry owned by the International Morton Tile Marine Corp Bainbridge Colby of the Shipping Board. It offered to take over ownership on British terms. vessels total over 700000 gross tons.
Washington DC nav Lt Elimination of the one half cent a mile extra railroad fare for Pullman transportation effective December first has been decided upon by Director General McAdoo.
A generally mild midweek forecast calls for falllike conditions on Wednesday and Thursday. The day ahead should be warmer, with moderate temperatures expected Thursday.
Bad feeling grew between Prussians and Bavarians in the Germany army as they withdraw before the American occupation. They blame defeat on others and refuse to share rations or billets. Prussians openly seek the former emperor and expect William II to be restored once they return home.
Vienna reports a Red Guard plot aimed at breaking up the republic and seizing control with a general shooting in the city. Preparations for public sessions and repairs to parliament follow the alleged plan. An accompanying note from Vienna on November 22 warns Germany to curb gold transport.
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