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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1901
Page
1
Havana reports that English owners control all Cuban railroads and plan to keep them. The United States seeks a rate basis but English owners oppose until Cuba gains its own government, expected by year end, after which Cuba would set transportation rates.
London reports heavy congestion on trans Atlantic steamers to New York as each voyage fills beyond capacity. Berths fetch up to $1000 on the fastest ships, with the Deutschland sailing crowded and the reconstructed Philadelphia, City of Paris, making its maiden voyage. Notables Henry Fournier and Tod Sloan were among today’s passengers.
A London gathering of about one hundred ballet and chorus girls discussed protecting women against immoral managers. They planned a "white list" of managers who treat performers properly and urged patrons to support those named.
County gossip highlights J C Teller visiting from Denver and several locals traveling to Denver. Notables include Mrs Hadlock of Grand Island visiting Mrs G W Gauff, Rev Gates returning from the Pacific coast, and State Examiner Henderson from Green River. Funeral plans for Mrs D L Cook set in Denver.
Thousands of Knights Templar from across the union gather in Louisville for the great triennial conclave opening tomorrow. Hotels are filled and lodging is arranged with private families as delegations arrive for the public worship marking the opening.
A large assembly of prominent Catholic clergymen from across the country gathers in New York to greet Cardinal Gibbons on his arrival from Rome aboard the Arthurids? train. The event unfolds as officials report his sighting at noon remains unconfirmed.
A London dispatch reports the capture of a large convoy of provisions and ammunition. The seizure is described as a severe blow to the Boers, who are said to be exhausted and shifting to guerrilla warfare.
Paris reports that France and Turkey will resolve their dispute by diplomacy. The French ambassador remains in Constantinople and talks to settle the matter immediately.
Buffalo August 24. Every railroad in the city has started war to a finish on the scalpers. Officials may seek to restrain brokers from handling exposition excursion tickets which have grown to huge proportions.
Waterfront strikers march in San Francisco as 15 000 demonstrators pack the streets this afternoon. Ship owners say they hire men daily, but idle ships in the harbor continue to rise.
Baltimore dispatch reports Captain Dyans of the steamer Run0 Justin saw six steamers ashore on the Newfoundland coast near Cape Race, all within sight of one another.
Berlin citizens petition the Kaiser for a rehearing in the Mortens case likened to the Dreyfus affair. After acquittal for Von Rossig's murder, Mortens was found guilty on a second trial and sentenced to death, with the court joining the petition.
Henry M. Plagier the multi millionaire who secured a divorce from his insane wife a few weeks ago married today in Wilmington to May Lily Kenan.
Copenhagen reports final negotiations nearing completion for the sale of the Danish West Indies to the United States within three months. The king and legislature favor the transfer, viewing the islands as costly, with the price set at 3.75 million dollars, considered too low by critics.
In Lincoln, Bryan's brother dismisses rumors that William Jennings Bryan will move his paper to Chicago to challenge Mayor Harrison. He asserts Bryan remains out of town and will keep Lincoln as his home, denying any plans to relocate or contest local supremacy.
London bookmakers wager about 200000 dollars on Sir Thomas Lipton and the Shamrock IT with the American Cup likely to stay in Irish hands after the pool is sent to New York for wagering.
John Fleming, serving life in Michigan City penitentiary, was given ten days parole to visit his dying father in Kokomo. Officials say this is the first such case in Michigan and possibly the U S. They expect the prisoner will return as required.
Fort Morgan August 24. Harry Sunnington who led the recent jail delivery and shot Sheriff Calvert pleaded guilty. The ten minute trial resulted in a sentence of fourteen years at hard labor in Canon City penitentiary.
Vienna born Baroness Schrate of Hofburg theater will perform in a Broadway theater this coming season. She is noted as an eminent actress and is the wife of Emperor Francis Joseph of Austria.
A brisk breeze at Oyster Bay favors the eighteenth Newport race between the Constitution and Columbia. The Constitution leads 9 to 8 in the series, and today marks the final Newport race.
James Kizer ex police officer was shot and killed by Dr. Fuller in Tureka Springs after Kizer struck him from behind while Fuller drew water. Fuller, badly hurt, then shot Kizer. The clash over a small money claim for watchman services sparked the violence.
A downtown Chicago water main burst this morning, halting operations in fifty twenty story office buildings. Tenants climbed stairs as basement restaurants banks and vaults faced water shortages and presses stopped due to lack of engine water. Hotels sent staff with buckets for drinking water.
Constantinople August 24 Armenia suffers Kurds and Turks depredations. Serious massacres reported in Mush with few details. Rawlins Wyoming August 24 J B Casey arrested for theft of valise and watch from Pacific hotel. He transported to Laramie by Sheriff McDaniels.
The Eagles plan a Tur ner hall French ball during Frontier nights with unique acts including expert cake walking and boxing clog while dancing. Special artists join the program and crowd appeal is expected to be high. Also notes Union Pacific round trip to Buffalo from Cheyenne June 1 to October 31 1901 for one fare plus $1, 30 day return, contact O W Sweet.
Special to Leader Omaha Neb August 24 report shows Omaha’s Glaze and Brierley battery for the Indians with Skelly and O Donnell for Omaha. Omaha scores early and late but the Indians fail to push across, final 6 to 3 for Omaha after a ninth inning spark, Joe Cahill on the mound.
Store note highlights exclusive sales of Choica cigars and tobacco along with latest books magazines and praises for soda and ice cream to attract shoppers.
A local stand offers a respectable, single city option inviting patrons and friends to enjoy its delicacy. Lady attendant at 208 West Fifteenth Street opposite Depot.
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