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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1919
Page
12
The Lariat column credits Cheyenne High School staff for this issue with Edith Mareh as editor, Reid as associate editor, Francis as sporting editor, and Marion Yoder as reporter.
The article defends President Wilson against claims he misstated the League of Nations covenant. It clarifies that in key matters the assembly or council require unanimous consent, and that Canada and Australia as self-governing colonies add six votes to the British empire. It asserts one American vote can equal six British votes under the treaty’s rules.
The piece contrasts Secretary Lansing’s evasive stance toward William C. Bullitt and the League of Nations with his September 20 Lansingdorf speech. Lansing denounces treaty provisions as potentially meeting universal disapproval but argues peace requires immediate ratification urging Congress and the public to support the measure.
King Victor Emmanuel of Italy formally relinquishes all crown properties for the benefit of peasants and war families. He had already donated several palaces for disabled soldiers and now completes a nationwide transfer to institutions aiding the distressed after the war. The gesture, praised as a historic act of national service by the Hapsburg era heir, consolidates his wartime humanitarian program.
After extensive debate on the shrinking foreign-born population the notice states 102 513 people have left since the istice and the figure is not above the expected rate.
A speech urges granting citizenship to American Indians, noting many served and sacrificed in wars. It cites reservations, protests by Chief Skinhusker, and quotes asserting 17,000 within the tribe served and 85 percent volunteered, arguing Indians are fully American and deserve rights.
The editor denounces the Omaha mayoral lynching as part of a nationwide surge of lawlessness. He calls for decisive action by the solid community to crush hoodlum gangs undermining city state and national governance and warns the motive is to upend economic and political life.
China acts to join the League of Nations without waiting for U S approval, moving to align with international institutions while the opportunity remains open. This decisive step signals Beijing's eagerness to participate in global affairs ahead of potential formal ratification.
The remark suggests King Albert would not visit Milwaukee even with the city’s standard beer history. It implies shifting attractions toward other cities with greater draw and stronger appeal.
The piece mocks labor MPs as barbers while discussing an English tax on boards. It notes the terms moving pictures and cinema as the fixed label for films, with movies used casually. The tone mixes political commentary and pop culture references.
The Italian government wonders how to handle Fiume as D'Annunzio remains wildly popular. Officials note widespread support for his stance and question the best political path amid rising sentiment.
The passage notes D'Annunzio's lasting historical and literary impact and mentions a sensational Jamison raid led by the renowned living poet. The scene is presented as a striking, unforgettable spectacle.
A provocative remark suggests guiding about 30,000 Germans emigrating to Mexico and includes Emma Goldman and Alec Berkman in the plan. The quip implies the move would reduce harm both north and south of the Rio Grande.
Ludendorff says German war methods were generally sound, though the effort to conquer the world was overextended and overambitious, with strategic overreach noted as the chief error.
A fragmentary quotation from Carlyle extols a man who sings at his work while criticizing those who toil in silence. The jagged text hints at a critique of "hatred of work" and references to a poet, though the source fragment is garbled and incomplete.
A Cheyenne plan extends last period to 4 00 pm for activities and help. If students maintain passing grades after two weeks early dismissal ends. those failing remain for two weeks with subject teacher support. Girls Athletic Association holds first meeting electing officers. basketball practice to start mid October and a gym party planned.
At a gathering of all high school boys the group expressed a wish to continue cadets this year. The idea of adopting the grey suit, once worn by the cadets, was also approved by the boys.
The annual inter-school game featured sophomores and seniors against freshmen and juniors. The juniors and freshmen led early with a first quarter touchdown and a third quarter touchback, but the final score remained even as both sides fought hard. George Serenpson stood out with strong end runs and Claire Lestle officiated. Next game set for Saturday the twenty seventh at two in Moncor Park with high expectations.
An entertainment by New Zealanders was held at the ymnasium on Thursday evening to support the Boys and Girls Athletic Associations. A varied program featured song and performance, drawing a large crowd and raising funds for the organizations.
A narrator compares a meticulous worker to Silas Marner, noting how he fills a day with tasks, records every appointment, and strives for efficiency. He is praised for productivity, earns money, and gains admiration, yet hints at a deeper question about purpose beyond mere busyness.
Fragmentary lines describe a plan to save the day’s sunshine and carry it home. A busy schedule is noted with phrases about tasks, appointments, and a Recording Angel book of duties.
A garbled regional notice reports Harry Russell planning continued sheep ranching near the Snake River area after receiving a warning about grazing. The distorted text also mentions an unrelated warning about a Pipe line and damages involving a company and the term Airrors-Ahermia Paras Co.
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