27 Sep 1919
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1919
Page
1
President Wilson cancels remaining speaking dates after nervous exhaustion. He turns back toward Washington from his special train near Wichita, staying in car while doctors monitor his condition and advise rest.
A fragmented, garbled reminiscence asks what happened to Uncle Joe and hints at a missing element or answer. The text toys with identity and a puzzling difference, inviting readers to infer the meaning behind the incomplete lines.
The German peace treaty gained about six hours of speed in the senate but faced party voting opposition. The foreign relations committee moved the pact toward the official schedule, delaying final action until the end of the session as discussions continued.
Edward Townley Duffey, Cheyenne born author of the 1882 Sunday closing law, dies in Minneapolis after years there. He served in the Civil War, helped survey the Union Pacific route, later ran a Denver bank, and moved to Minneapolis to engage in business. His remains expected to be returned to Cheyenne for interment at Lakeview Cemetery.
Friday marked the fifth day of the great steel strike with leaders insisting workers have a voice in setting conditions. The national committee meets in Pittsburgh to finalize plans for a 55 000 employee Rothichim Steel walkout and John D Rockefellers Pueblo plant is not involved.
Cheyenne high school rooters marched through town singing to advertise the season opener at Pioneer Park this afternoon. Local team faces Loveland high school. Loveland reportedly heavier, but Cheyenne aims for victory in the anticipated clash.
Rotary officials discuss lending a field for a two squadron aviation event, planning for 30 aircraft to land in a transcontinental rally. Executives D Bigelow D A Adsselly W C Seeearc and Gov. Robert D. Carey chair the aviation committee as the matter is reviewed.
A statewide gathering of Wyoming representatives is planned to discuss forming a Wyoming Good Roads association. The meeting is set for October 30 in Cheyenne under Governor Carey’s administration. Officials hope county boards and towns interested in highway development will participate to help establish a comprehensive state highway system.
London dispatches report widespread railway strike actions prompting government war measures. The War Office says mobilization may be suspended and leaves canceled to ensure railway service, with volunteers urged to work and authorities ready to deploy forces if needed.
Dr. Philip P. Jacobs of the National Tuberculosis Association said Wyoming likely has as high per capita tuberculosis rates as any state with comparable climate. He cautioned that Cheyenne and Laramie County face a larger problem and noted about 1 percent of the county population is affected, roughly 5,000 native cases. He spoke with Wyoming Tuberculosis Association officials on clinic plans and Red Cross seal campaigns before departing for Boise and later to address the Northwestern conference.
Cheyenne gains a half million dollar Union Pacific shop. The 250 ton crane is the largest west of the Mississippi and will be nearly fully operational within two to three weeks. New machinery is in use, with four ten machines active and crews on site.
Rome reports President Wilson’s reply to new Fiume proposals favors internationalization of the area and hints at possible modifications if basic principles are safeguarded. Italian and Jugoslav tensions persist, with the Brferani agency denying demands for expulsion and a blockade. Wilson sent two dispatches to the Paris and Rome delegations, described as non threatening and cordial.
The State Leader's Salesmanship Club grows daily as prize awards draw interest. Early entrants gain advantage with a grand prize Overland Four and other awards, while divisions offer planes and merchandise for top supporters.
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