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Newspaper
Casper Press
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1913
Page
2
Wyoming lawmakers clash over committee names and election procedures in a heated dispute. G.Y. Pratt is mentioned amid the political frictions as tensions rise.
Disorder in the Wyoming House led to punches and a speaker being hurled from the dais as Pratt and Wood clashed over committee control and seating a new chair. Adjournment followed after threats of militia and a restive floor. Thomas Sworn in as Senator. Turkey ultimatum discussed in dispatches from London and Constantinople.
A youth named Peoala Cole Heary Hurke was accidentally killed amid Ute territory. Officials say pacifist measures are preferred, while the band of Utes builds in the area and authorities coordinate with Parley Washington to address the incident and safety concerns.
A sweeping digest reports coal mine deaths in Pe ele NE, a mail train hijack in Routher railway, trial battles of Darrow and McNamara, a deadly family shooting in Wa sh, and a bridge workers convention in Jettony polls. It notes rail and crime incidents, a Wardage license in Los Angeles, and the aero scoop at the 1915 world’s fair.
An official dispatch notes unrest and atrocities in parts of Angola and West Africa with upheaval surrounding local governance. Election results show Premier Pomnenne chosen leader, while French assembly ballots indicate figures Raymond Ponacane Jules Pane Marie Eduard Voillant Michwel J Mert. Civil authorities report casualties and evacuations as foreign embassies monitor the crisis.
Senators debate a bill to create a peace centennial commission and allocate $100,000 for the one hundredth anniversary observance of the Treaty of Ghent. The session also includes discussion of a controversial life sentence parole proposal and statements attributed to Senator Root amid regional political tensions.
Locke announces purchase of Philadelphia National League club. Brentin loses at the Olympic Athletic Club to McCarren of Allentown. Campbell wins the Derby of the Alb Ameri can Field Trial Chip in Tennessee. Rocky Mountain Intercollegiate Faculty Conference to hold first indoor meet in Denver in March. Colorado Agricultural College loses to University of Wyoming 23 to 21 at Laramie. Western Golf Association officers named at Chicago annual meeting.
The joint congressional committee on printing awards contracts for 24 000 pounds of paper totaling 125000 dollars amid 38 bidders. Secretary Nagel blocks Edward Myliva of Journaliel from U S entry over moral turpitude.
General remarks on Captain Maoul’s death in Bath and Taft’s Ohio dinner speech opposing Philippine independence within eight years. Summary mentions Salone Tarr quitting, Swemn’s stenography, Colleh jailed 100 days, suffrage advocates in New York, Rosalie Jones’ Albany pilgrimage, a New York to Washington song proposal, Katherine Curmesly fleeing to Canada or Europe, a Pujo Committee subpoena, Miss Etwing the 6 ft 4 in Scottish tall woman, and a Texas oil schedule complaint and train delay costs.
A broad Wyoming roundup reports Ellenbeth A Haire’s death near Sheridan while aging years. The Northern Wyoming Poultry and Pet Association plans a Sheridan fleet show for July. A fire north of Sheridan destroys two buildings with heavy losses. Casper faces citrus fruit losses from California frost. Counties issue certificates of indebtedness to pay bills. A new court reorganization places Jumilee Cyr Veard as chief justice. Cody temple brick work to start with a small crew. Park County Fair spurs Cody playground prospects and Shoshone reservation reads. A $10 000 Shoshone project approved for land readjustment. Odd Fellows opens Sheridan lodge. Casper post office nears free delivery with rising mail volume. Denver telegraphs open oil and gas lands to farming entry. Sheridan fights a 50 year franchise for electric company. Powell to form Wyoming National Guard branch. Sheridan post office thriving, self-supporting. Worland to gain free elevator for grain via Alfalfa Club plan. South Thurmond Street sled accident injures Miss Thurmond. A big black bird observed near Cookeville. Oil impacts from Oregon Basin ditch survey hint project approval and county organization in Geeetwater.
Pratt, a Republican, was elected speaker of the Wyoming House with Democratic support. W. J. Woods was named temporary secretary, and Kimery of Cheyenne became temporary chief clerk. J. A. Le Chenery, a Progressive from Fremont County, was appointed chief clerk. The roster includes several clerks, pages, and officers, with statewide offices noted. The session adjourned for three days after brief formalities, with plans for committees and measures like Mary Streesler relief and a wolf bounty bill.
Six men were arrested for burglary in Cheyenne. The group name included James Schwarts Nick Rieh Irivanee Irono Whelan Darker and Scales of the Fourth Cield artillery. They allegedly looted a room in the Dyer building and attempted to flee with a suit of clothes before being caught by the police.
A long fragmentary Cheyenne item reports the death of a stage driver identified as John Bicktold in a city area collision near Watmeuster to Hagges with no passenger aboard. It notes an alleged robbery suspect, Edward Command, linked to a stolen suit from James Johnson, and mentions a fire in Cheyenne causing extensive damage and a large window blowout.
An article promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild laxative tonic for infants and all ages. It claims it cures constipation and stomach disorders, notes wide use by generations, and offers a free sample via mail. Also includes a brief anecdote about Cardinal Gibbons at a Baltimore Democratic convention.
Michael Meehan, proud owner of a new all high hat, is knocked on the head by a brick from a building site as he bows to a friend. The brick shatters nothing, the hat remains intact, and bystanders recover the hat unharmed. Meehan notes the lucky outcome and jokes about his eye sized lump.
A patron at the bar jokes that women are queer creatures and recounts a wife’s tears after a day of chores. He laments the theater outing request as he orders another drink, ending with a reflective aside to the bartender.
The Trend of Times quotes ex governor Ponnypacker on divorce as a social evil in Philadelphia. Anecdotes from the Historical Society recount a stranger’s greeting and a cryptic remark about marriage status, illustrating public anxiety over wedlock.
A testimony describes improved health after four weeks on Grape Nuts with cream. A wife, once ill for 18 years, now enjoys hearty breakfasts and suppers, crediting the nutritious food for restored appetite and digestion. The couple from Battle Creek praises the product’s effects and urges others to try it.
In a domestic vignette Reginald proclaims his affection by giving a pound of candy each visit. The beauteous object notes sugar has risen in price and jokes at extravagance. Reginald replies he is glad to give candy and suggests buying sugar by the barrel to cut costs.
A quotation from Lord Halifax notes that a mother’s natural authority surpasses polite strangers, as children instinctively trust their mother even when angry, highlighting the bond between motherhood and trust in native earth and scent.
Public board support appears split between Mont and municipal groups. The dialogue hints at sympathy for a festive board, while a complaint about salary cuts to Alexander suggests cost concerns impacting local governance.
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