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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1918
Page
1
Dr. C. Y. Beard reports 18 new cases on Friday with three deaths from influenza. Public amusements restricted and seating cut at cafes as Cheyenne schools near December 16 closure, awaiting epidemic end per Superintendent A. L. Jessup and school board.
In Newcastle Lloyd George asserts the former German emperor is guilty of an indefensible offense and must be held responsible after consulting Britain’s top jurists. London reports advanced British troops have reached the German frontier from north of Luxembourg to Lachan.
President Wilson will lead the American delegation to the peace conference in Versailles with Robert Lansing Henry White E M House Tasker Bliss named among the officials. The White House release notes that allies plan to hold broad treaty principles with further talks on details.
To help veterans find work the federal employment service will set up agencies in every city and town. Instructions were sent to regional directors to establish community offices and keep local officials informed of vacancies. Directors will seek cooperation from mayors councils of defense commercial groups draft boards and farm agents.
Petition filed in the District of Columbia alleging the Hack Diamond Oil Company based in Chicago and with $26,000,060 authorized capital stock is a swindle. Twenty one Chicago stockholders seek a receiver appointed and an injunction to stop officers from dissipating assets.
In Juarez Mexico, fear of Francisco Villa's raid grows as Villa's forces move between Villa Ahumada and the border. Gates and stores close early while reports of fighting and an armored train circulate despite rail and telegraph cuts. A rancher claims to have seen Villa with about 1200 men, a figure viewed as likely exaggerated.
Mrs. J. L. Jordan led the Christmas package room at the Industrial club Red Cross HQ Seventeenth and Warren. The operation counted 600 boxes ready for shipment to men in France and praised the volunteers for their loyal, precise work.
A brief weather note predicts warmer conditions for Saturday and Sunday with mild temperatures. The forecast suggests pleasant weekend weather for outdoor plans and travel.
New York Nov 29. E St Elme Lewis of the federal department of commerce told the national conference of student employment that schools and business must cooperate to align education with work. He urged shifting from theory to practical job training and emphasized getting the pay envelope concept into education. He also said business leaders should value school records more.
Denver based consul for Colorado Utah and New Mexico John D Gelebeek resigns to protest Netherlands sheltering the former German emperor and other wartime actions. He says the legation plans a campaign to justify sheltering William II. Influenza update reports the former emperor ill in Amsterdam.
Reports from Copenhagen via Central News state eleven hundred Jews died in Lemberg over three days of violence. Fire and gunfire trapped many in a synagogue set ablaze as residents attempted escape. Stockholm reports also note widespread destruction in Jewish areas and thousands killed in the Galicia pogroms.
Nov 29 report notes sauerkraut called liberty cabbage was served at numerous American army messes. Five freight cars carried 100 pound barrels left by withdrawing German forces, distributed to divisions after Arlon entry.
Director General urges continued purchase of War Savings and Thrift Stamps to fund wartime expenses. Message sent to regional railroad directors stresses support for the army in Europe and repayment of loans, as the government works to sustain war efforts.
Reports say General von der Marwitz’s Fifth army will begin crossing the Rhine Friday with eight or nine days of movement in three distant columns. The plan calls for 200000 men to be quartered daily at Frankfort but only 10000 places prepared. Rail congestion and troop movements eastward follow delays for trains. Hindenburg proclamations urging civilian and soldier civility toward allied troops appear near American lines.
New York November 29 The Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs through Consul General Higginson issued a denial of a Chilean claim that Peru apologized for withdrawing consul representatives from Chile. Lima said the severance of relations followed attacks on Peruvians and the forcible detention of Peru’s consul at Iquique aboard a ship preventing contact with Lima, and rejected Chile’s accusation of fake anti-Peruvian demonstrations.
President Men Shih Chang led a review of Chinese and allied troops marking victory celebrations in Peking. A reception followed in the historic robing room as foreign guests toured the throne room and marveled at lacquered furnishings. The scene was unprecedented in Pekin history with the Forbidden City opened to crowds.
The telegram dated November 29 1918 states Vice President Marshall has canceled his Wyoming trip due to urgent matters in Washington. Governor Carey notes plans for a League to Enforce Peace convention in January with speeches in western states, postponed by the influenza epidemic and state duties.
The Cheyenne group promotes "Cheyenne for the Chaplains" as newlyweds live to receive Oran. Miss Mildred Harrin, now Mrs Charlie Chaplin, is noted as an early movieland bride. Observers recall Chaplin’s remarks and the era’s culture, with speculation about Harrin’s youth.
Reports say a plan began yesterday to set up a shrine for a celebrated film actress now married to a king of comedy. Reliable sources place her birthplace at $20 East Seventeenth and hint at a formal invitation for the newlyweds to visit on their honeymoon for an ovation.
Capetown Nov 26 Viscount Buxton the governor general reported influenza deaths in South Africa estimated at 0 60 0 for Europeans and natives with figures to be completed. The Associated Press notes the toll is part of ongoing epidemic coverage and reflects broader mortality concerns.
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