15 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Laramie Boomerang
Location
Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
1
A Cheyenne federal marshal seizes a postoffice amid an embezzlement charge against the postmaster. Hasenkamp is under arrest as the inspector sworn information leads to a hearing set for Wednesday, with Symons noted.
United States Deputy Marshal Brannon seized the Laramie post office and took custody of the building and funds after A N Hasenkamp refused to surrender. Inspector Sharon filed charges for unlawfully withholding funds with Hasenkamp arraigned next week before US Commissioner Symons.
A Denver era report notes $135,000 in Liberty bonds subscribed by the city of Laramie and vicinity. The over 100 million dollar nationwide oversubscription is discussed, with local effort praised and figures showing strong participation despite limited wealthy investors.
Albany County launches a Red Cross fund drive with a goal near 100000000, pledging 15000 locally and distributing ten districts under captains to raise money for the war effort and aid soldiers. A special meeting at WH McA t tury s venue named A M Ye Pellough as presiding officer. President Wilson signs the 209000000 War Debt Gadget Beltro bill.
A broad amnesty plan was announced in the House of Commons by leaders including Sullivan and Coughlin. Captains and assistants will be appointed to prepare lists and carry out terms within a day or two. The drive supports dependents of American soldiers, relief for tubercular sufferers among French and other soldiers, and funding for ambulances and medical gear to aid wounded veterans.
Washington reports reveal the Liberty Loan of 1917 massively oversubscribed with subscriptions pouring in from all twelve reserve districts. Secretary McAdoo calls the result a triumph for democracy and praises bankers and citizens for their patriotism and rapid response.
The piece notes Salt Lake City reforms in 1914 addressing prostitution and illegal beer sales. It credits police leadership and municipal reform, citing Mayor Park's platform and the drive to curb social evils spreading through rooming houses.
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