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Newspaper

Casper Press

Location

Casper, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1914

Page

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Burning of bridge halts Harlington road work and supply yards

A Colorado & Wyoming bridge burn near Guernsey delays Harlington project as Burlington must reroute ties rails and materials via Sheridan and Billings. Supply yards will form at Orin Junction with hundreds of cars expected. track laying awaits sufficient stock and through trains resume after the Guernsey cut-off is completed around August or September. Edward Daiber of Cheyenne witnessed the wedding of the bride at the altar. the ceremony featured a white satin gown with rose point lace and orange blossoms. The couple planned a California trip then Casper Wyoming before settling in Casper.

Harlington Colorado & Wyoming Railroad Guernsey Orin Junction Colorado Uel and Tron Co Burlington Casper Sheridan Billings Orin Edward Daiber Cheyenne Wyo Third Avenue California

Wyland Savage Nuptials In Salt Lake City Ceremony

Roy C. Wyland cashier of the Cosgriff and Abbott bank and Miss Margaret Isabelle Savage wed at the First Presbyterian Church in Salt Lake City on Wednesday evening. The ceremony featured Lohengrin and Mendelssohn wedding marches, palms and pink white carnations, with a greens bank around the altar and the Savage family maids of honor.

Roy C. Wyland Cosgriff & Abbott Bank Margaret Isabelle Savage Salt Lake City Casper Wyo First Presbyterian Church George Davin Mendelssohn Oshers Irene Savage Gladys Savage Miss Pearl Savage Richard Savage

South Omaha stockmen visit Casper for brief stay

Delegation of stock commission men arrived in Casper last Friday evening, stayed until Saturday morning, used the Midwest as headquarters, met business men and stockmen, discussed markets, and left with a good impression of Casper and its enterprising citizens. A planned Midwest dinner did not materialize.

South Omaha

Sale in Bankruptcy of Lara mie Hahn's Peak Railroad

The Lara mie Hahn's Peak and Pacific railroad sale in bankruptcy is set for May 1. Reports say Union Pacific may buy the line and extend north toward coal and iron deposits in the Seminole mountains, potentially reaching Casper. The route would link with the Denver, Laramie and North Western survey and the Denver Land and Iron Co holdings, tapping Jackson and Root counties coking coal fields. If northern expansion proceeds, casper could be reached to connect with a Sheridan to Uhbs elty line.

Laramie Casper Sheridan Uhbselty

Local and Personal Notes from the Ledger

Mrs. Ray Satterlee visits Omaha to see relatives. Tom Mills rode to Douglas on business last Sunday. Dr H R Lathrop orders an X ray machine for his office. W K Still returns to Douglas after several weeks away. Mr and Mrs Mercy Blakey welcome a daughter born Friday at the Private hospital. Dr H R Lathrop attended Mrs Campbell in Douglas last Friday for influenza.

Ray Satterlee Omaha Tom Mills Douglas H.R. Lathrop W. K. Still Mercy Blakey

Community Notes Roundup From Casper Area

A roundup of local movements and events includes A F Edmonds returning from Milwaukee and Chicago. Mr and Mrs R D Carey hosted guests A J Cunningham and later Careyhurst residents returned home. Pr iest Rev George B Firyant left for Chicago for several days. Frank Ervine and Ed Ryan confined with Rocky Mountain spotted fever under Dr H R Lathrop. Walter W Keefe and family arrived from Cheyenne and will reside in Casper. K D Schneider from Cheyenne visited to promote labor unions. Governor Carey’s farm shipments included pure blood English shires and a French coach stallion. K D Campbell met South Omaha livestock delegates in the city. Architect BE N Miller completed bungalow plans for W Smith. contractor Frank Smith to start soon. Infant son of Mr and Mrs Wm Gill died from pneumonia and measles. funeral at home, Highland cemetery.

Frank Ervine Alcora Ed Ryan Rocky Mountain H. R. Lathrop Walter W. Keefe Cheyenne Keefe Casper Fr. R. Schneider Wyoming State Labor Journal Carey Careyhurat Messemer Wm. Gill Delaware Street Highland Cemetery

Rejuvenation Effort Sparks Knights of Pythias Interest in Casper

Grand Chancellor F W Wowel in Casper seeks to reorganize a Knights of Pythias lodge. The Press invites Knights and potential members to leave names at the office to gauge local interest and membership. Former members recall Casper’s strong lodge and hope for its return.

Knights of Pythias Casper F. W. Wowel Knights of Phythias Lodge

Postoffice bid invite for Casper project

Government solicits bids for a Casper post office a one story building with basement and meran ine complete including meran ine equipment interior lighting fixtures and heat three proof built of stone with brick facing bids to be opened May 20 in this city location at the southeast corner near Stark's church

Casper Wechantea Hest Federal Eee Sores Anoens Fecllye Te Stark

Mediation Pressures Mexico Crisis Amid US Readiness

Washington April 26 The Mexican crisis centers on mediators seeking a pacific settlement while US military preparations continue. Envoys from Argentina Brazil and Chile work on a plan as General Funston with 5000 troops arrives at Vera Cruz. White House optimism persists though no proposal date is set. A telegram from Villa to Carranza hints at improving relations.

Washington Latin America Argentine Brazil Chile United States Chihuahua Villa Carranza Juares

Defeat south of Monterey reported as federal force falls

The article notes a defeat of a federal force south of Monterey with General Ninri que Perez reportedly killed. W P Martindale of Casparlas is ordered to organize a U S provisional volunteer cavalry to be ready for border mobility regardless of possible peace mediation. Dr John F Leeper, an army surgeon from the Philippines war, may be offered one of three surgeon posts. R Inman, Natrona County High School contractor, plans a Caspar home and future ground breaking on C Y Avenue with occupancy around July first.

Monterey Ninrique Perez W. PP. Martindale Casperlas U. S Calvary John F. Leeper Philippines Do. R. Inman Natrona County Lander Caspe C. Y. Avenue Mr. Inman

Contractor's Pencil Check Raised to Eight Dollars

W A Colt issued an eight dollar check to John Gill for labor but wrote it in pencil and Gill raised the amount to eight dollars. The Bloom Shoe and Clothing Co sues Colt for the loss while Colt is represented by Judge Nichols and the Bloom firm by attorney Cromer.

W. A. Colt John Gill Colt Gill Bloom Shoe & Clothing Company Clothing Company Mr. Colt Jude KR. Tl. Nichols Hrvant 8 Cromer

Warrant Issued for Natrona Tribune Editor in Gambling Case

Fred D. Hammond swore out a warrant for A. J. Mokler editor of the Natrona County Tribune on a charge of gambling. County attorney Wilson declined to authorize, but Judge Tubbs issued and Sheriff Sheffner served. Mokler waived service and posted bond for district court trial.

Fred D. Hammond A. J. Mokler Natrona County Tribune W. ©. Wilson Tubbs Sheffner

Land for Sale West of Casper Near Wood Free Range

A listing for acreage located about twenty miles west of Casper adjacent to wood free range. Price per acre available on request. Address for inquiry: R. A. Esarey, Kucknum, Wyoming.

Casper Wood Free Range R. A. Esarey Kucknum, Wyo

Census shows city pupils in public schools rise

The city census reports a pupil count in public schools this year at 000, up 200 from last year. Mrs. J. W. Hamilton of Wyoming Electric exits for Denver on company business. The Flint couple mourns the death of their infant daughter with funeral at Highland cemetery. BE. Minnick wins contract to build three cottages for W. F. Travis and will start soon. J. W. Stanley opens tower humidor at Midwest hotel lobby with Miss Callie Crawford in charge and floral display. A. E. Jordan Realty moves to Grand Central hotel office space. room re-papered and repainted for neat appearance.

J. W. Hamilton Wyoming Electric Company Denver G. H. Flint Highland Cemetery BE. N. Miller W. F. Travis BE. Minnick J. W. Stanley J. W. Stanley of the Jigger Shop Callie Crawford A. E. Jordan Real Estate Insurance Agency West 2Nd Avenue Western Union Telegraph Company Grand Central Hotel

East Thermopolis Townsite Sold to Casper Interests

The East Thermopolis Townsite company closed a deal with Casper Townsite's Cas per firm for Denver parties. Ki G Taylor Casper manager returned to finalize the sale. New owners plan platting into lots and quick sale, signaling rapid development in the east addition.

East Thermopolis Casper Townsite Company Denver Ki. G. Taylor Casper Thermopolis

Sunday Music at M. E. Church Prelude to Postlude

The item lists a church music program with names such as Dowell Schuman Holman Salo and Grieg. A note mentions a Casper Townsite agent Preyer in Thermopolis and a Casper Civic Club meeting at the Carnegie library May 4 at 8 o clock p m with an invitation from Mountain States Telegraph & Telephone manager Callen to visit and inspect the exchange.

Casper Civic Club Carnegie Library Charles A. Callen Mountain States Telegraph & Telephone Company Ofice

Formal Midwest Hotel opening May 5 with notable guests

The Midwest Hotel formal opening is set for May 5 with Leavitt Linn Orchestra providing music. District Judge Winter will be toastmaster. invited guests include mayor Rohrbaugh, John B. Barnea Jr, Bryant Cromer, H Nichols, M P Wheeler, Geo J Bryant, H Townsend, OT Hagen, Rev Faucette, c Littlefield, Mat Sullivan, and other community leaders.

Frank J. Donohoe Midwest The Donohoe Leavitt-Linn Chas.kk. Winter KE. P Rohrbaugh John B. Barnea,Jr Bryant S. Cromer Commercial Club H. Nichols M. P. Wheeler Anch Tey Geo Keler Hela Nile King Wearleh Ley Schulz Sullevan Comet Flulequins Losey Valse Cee MacDonald Oo Cocces Rodman Sunbeam Interiwren Powell Dvorak Romberg Turkey

School bonds approved for addition to center street school

Harsh weather kept turnout low on Saturday as voters approved a $5,000 bond issue to fund an addition to the Soul Center Street school. Timing for construction remains uncertain though officials expect completion before the next term begins.

Soul Center Street

Two Percheron Stallions Sold From Lincoln Farm

Two of three imported stallions from the Watson Woods tire farm near Lincoln Nebraska were sold last week to David Kidd of the Lone Bear country and Rolin Clark of Hates Mule. The two year old pure Percheron stallions are off the market. The remaining English Shire stands at the Duhiing barn on Ash street awaiting sale.

Watson, Woods Tires Kelly Stuck Lincoln Nebr David Kidd Lone Bear Country Rolin Clark Ash Street

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