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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1917
Page
12
The article reviews Senator Kendrick’s push for Wyoming stockraising land reform and the 640 acre measure. It traces his cautious stance amid wartime Congress and presidential figures, noting battles over the act, his preference for ecological survey data, and the law’s passage despite opposition.
Dispatches from Washington report that Congress has had little time for land designations amid broader legislative matters. Senator Kendrick presses for action via the geological survey, and Director Smith promises rapid progress on synd designations under the 640 acre law. The state stands to gain as hundreds of homesteaders await clarity on land titles.
Canada passes a conscription law to send another 100000 men overseas despite opposition led by Premier Borden. The measure faces strong French Canadian resistance though officials insist the draft is essential to the British Empire war effort and national defense.
A Washington probe reveals aviation firms overcharged the government on airship contracts. Details show total profits on airframe parts and accessories reaching 4,563,506 dollars, with a single company netting 670,500 dollars on a major contract. Investigators compare inflated bids and discuss watches paid to aviator officers.
British observers describe observation balloons as the army’s eyes in France. They hover above the lines all day, tethered to cables, and relay battlefield details to artillery crews below. The article notes the balloons’ calm routine amid war.
In a wartime scene a British observer notes German observation balloons rising over trenches. A squadron of British aircraft intercepts, shooting down the balloons while British balloons monitor the skies. The exchange ends with the observer describing the day’s quiet skies afterward.
Sunday game at Pioneer Park in Omaha features the Omaha team against Greeley with a 2 30 p m start end of Sept admission 50 cents and sic State Leader classified ads promise results
Mrs Geo Moses and family joined Col G W Moses at Columbia. Capt Powell and Miss May B Curry of Warren Ariz wed Aug 20 and arrived here last Thursday. Mrs Bristol of Cheyenne hosted a dance for Miss Fay Walker of New York with cake ice cream and coffee. Fort Russell guests included Miss Maury Stewart Miss Florence Biegler Capt J Prince Lt John Weeks and Lt W W Tweley. Cheyenne militia officers and Camp attendees also danced. Anna Wooley to open school at quarters 40 Sept 4. Mrs Blerkower hosted a tea for Mrs Habbigar and sons who motored from Fort Robinson Neb with guests including Col Wright and Mrs Wright and others.
Lieut N D Howell and bride returned from honeymoon to Ft Russell where the First Cavalry band held an informal concert in their honor. After the performance Howell thanked the musicians and presented cigars to the band. Mr R F Burroughs directed the ensemble and conveyed the band's compliments to the couple.
In the headquarters troop library an argument between Sergeant Guilford and Corporal Radio escalated to pillow fighting. The pillow burst during the clash, feathers covering the room. The pair spent much of the next night cleaning before inspection, with a blunt warning to non-commissioned officers to refrain from pillow use.
Rawlins Aug 31 Five men are to be sent to the mobilization camp Sept 6 from this county. Those who missed physicals and have since appeared will also be sent. A second wave of 40 percent goes Sept 19, with another 40 percent Oct 3. The initial quota totals 119 men with remaining later.
Casper Wy August 31 B B Brooks received a wire from South Omaha saying two cattle cars sold at crashing prices. Steers averaged 1140 pounds at 10 75 per cwt and cows at eight cents per pound. High prices bode well for western stockmen this fall.
The Deloy Musical Comedy company presented The Battle of Pickle Hill last night to the largest crowd of the week. Miss Myrtle Deloy as Alice Roosevelt impressed, Eddie Deloy as Gen. Mike Hartace and Bob Bieber as Corporal Able Motzer provided strong support, with Billy Adam on tenor. The quartet was encore seven times, and the show featured broad laughs, a funny duet, and Bieber’s renowned tanglefoot dance.
The bill tonight features a new show The Red Lily starting with Sunday matinee. Patronage exceeds expectations and it is stated the company can remain in town for many weeks.
Pearl Marr formerly of Denver has moved to Casper and started a taxi service based at the Manhattan cafe. She operates a large touring car and specializes in oil field trips in the area.
James McKeever about 57 was found dead in his bed Wednesday by neighbor George H Iumphrey after an apparent three day interval. The coroner was notified and the body taken to Cheyenne. A niece is the only known relative.
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