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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1917
Page
11
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The piece argues the sinking of an American transport with seventy dead marks the first real wartime blow to the United States as a belligerent. It calls for stronger military and financial mobilization, urges rapid subscriptions to the second liberty loan, and supports sending ships and troops to Europe to hasten victory over Prussianism.
A Cheyenne soldier reads The State Leader extra on the disaster and urges steadfast support for U S forces. The article praises khaki soldiers, warns against pro German sentiment, and stresses vigilance of naval and transport security amid war.
The piece urges daily prep for Liberty Day across New York, urging public subscriptions to the Liberty Loan. It stresses mass participation, noting wealthier individuals may respond later, and warns taxes may force delinquent contributions. The goal is to convert Wednesday into a nationwide show of support and ratification of the loan.
A critical wartime column denounces German propaganda and atrocities, arguing Allied aims are protection of world safety. It questions postwar German cultural ties and cites a London book catalogue as evidence of German accusations and moral failures.
In France Oct 19, American troops in training expect promotions through battlefield service. Enlisted men envision rising to captains majors or generals while Pershing builds a strong war machine. A selective officer program trains top soldiers for commissions and postwar instruction roles.
The piece argues against magnanimity toward Germany after victory. It urges punishing Germany sharply, warns of vast indemnities possibly exceeding 20 million, and declares Allies must outlast the Teuton threat. It stresses American resolve and warns against leniency at the peace conference.
Cowley Wyoming October 19 contractors A M Otteson received the contract to build a seven week theater and amusement hall on Mary street. The 10 by 80 foot modern house aims to attract and retain local youth and contrasts with nearby Lovell which already offers such facilities.
A blaze broke out at a back fence prompting an urgent call to the fire department. Firefighters arrived to extinguish flames and prevent spread to adjacent structures. No injuries reported at this early stage.
Firefighters report hot ashes started a blaze in a yard near Twenty first and Snyder streets yesterday afternoon. Leaves and debris burned, creating heavy smoke but damage to a fence was slight. the department decided to let the fire burn out. A coffee social and safe at Swedish Lutheran church Friday evening.
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