Asbestos Notes Report From Casper on Resistocrete and Convict Labour
Contractor J C Ross travels to Elyria Ohio to source machinery for asbestos mills and improve grading of fibre. Secretary R E Brand of Resistocrete plans Omaha Chicago Lincoln visits to promote the material with testing results by Union Pacific engineers showing 6300 psi strength. Convict labor under Wyoming Colorado programs funds a cross state highway, while Douglas company patents a new concrete binding material attracting underwriters and industry support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.C. Ross
Elyria
Ohio
Ross
Lincoln
Casper
Resistocrete Company
Union Pacific Railroad Company
Omaha
Arthur G. Harris
Harris
Union Pacific
Building Board
Resistocrete
Colorado
Tynam
Colorado State Penitentiary
Canon City
Tynan
Wyoming
Good Roads Club Douglas
Growth and Reorganization of Rohrbaugh Block Firms
The completion of the Rohrbaugh block addition will shift tenants across the building. Casper Mercantile gains a large display area and rear balcony, Haesler drug company moves into the west room with new shelving, and a rear balcony. The second floor gains a hardrome tiling hallway floor. Dr Lathrop and Judge Barnes relocate offices, Bell Telephone expands, Brown & Cobb occupy southeast offices, and a brick addition begins after the old log cabin is demolished. A restaurant planned by Wm Laws will occupy the enlarged store space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rohrbaiugh
Casper Mercantile Company
Haesler Drug Company
Barnes
Lathrop
Rohrbaugh
Judge Barnes
Bell Telephone Company
Brown & Cobb
Sam Jacobs
Die
Elks to Take Casper as Cheyenne Lodge Arrives
Casper will be turned over to the Cheyenne Elks next Tuesday afternoon for a visit lasting overnight. Local Elks and residents plan a big reception dance and smoker to show Casper off. Cheyenne party arrives on a special Pullman with 150 members, a military band and orchestra. Local merchants decorate in purple and white.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casper
Cheyenne Elks
Order
E. O. Orchard
Governor Hay at St Paul Congress Speech on Western Resources
Governor Hay of Washington speaks at the Conversation congress in St Paul. He rebukes eastern conservationists and defends western control of forests water power and resources, arguing for state jurisdiction and against federal withdrawals and leasing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governor Hay
Washington
St. Paul
Tiis
Howe
Taft
Timber Trust
Pinchot
United States
West
Thompson and Carr Open Pantatorium on Center Street
A new firm Thompson and Carr has opened a pantatorium in the Hen Hertzman building on Center Street, in the space formerly occupied by George Salisbury. They offer cleaning pressing and repairing services and expect to attract steady business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson & Carr
Hen Hertzman Building
Center Street
George Salisbury
Republicans Clash Over Gubernatorial Nominee At Rawlins Convention
The Rawlins state Republican convention faced strife over the governor race as Carey independents disrupted boss control. Mullen emerged as the nominee despite doubts, while Pat Sullivan refused to switch, staying loyal to Carey. The Cheyenne ring retained power in other internal matters. Also noted are Barnes & Son store expansion and skating rink groundwork in nearby developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rawlins
Judge Carey
Mullen
Carey
Pat Sullivan
Senate
Sullivan
Hardick
Central Committee
Whv
Cheyenne
Democratic Mass Convention Nominates County Ticket
A Spartan Democratic gathering at the town hall nominated a county slate for the fall election. Walter Breen was named chairman and A L Wallace secretary. Lafe Moore was chosen sheriff and A L Wallace clerk of courts. Maude Schultz named treasurer, Ed McGraugh assessor, May Hamilton superintendent, Kamp coroner, Morgan and Cheney nominated for two and four year commissioners, P J O Conner for state legislature, Sprague justice west, Mater justice east, McDermott constable, and four delegates elected to Sheridan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Breen
A. L. Wallace
Lafe Moore
Maude Schultz
Ed. McGraugh
May Hamilton
Dr. Kamp
Dr. Morgan
Bert Cheney
Bates Hole
P. J. O'Conner
E. N. Sprague
West
W. E B. Mater
Richard McDermott
Sheridan
Joe Barnett
W. A. Blackmore
Walter Green
Mr. Harnett
Mr. O'Conner
Plan for Huge Casper Horse Sale Promotes Growth
Mr M M Gillen promotes a large range horse sale in Casper under the Industrial club. The event aims to attract 2600 buyers from 23 states, with reduced rail rates and a monthly plan to run through spring to fall. The project seeks about 900 in funds and is supported as big advertising for Casper and stockmen to move horses amid short feed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Gillen
Miles City
Montana
Casper
Industrial Club
Gillen
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Asbestos Notes
Raton
New Mexico
Elks
Barnes & Son
Express
Parit
Rohnbaugh & Davis
Butler
Gus Ukenesky
Syracuse
N. Y
Richards & Cunningham
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