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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1900
Page
4
The Cheyenne Leader lists B A Slack baiter and proprietor K W De Belle business manager and A Richardson city editor as part of its masthead for the publication.
A mixed update from Cheyenne and nearby towns covers rail yard activity and labor notes. Mentions D Miller of 1709 Ferguson St, Hartville ore shipments, births, wrecking crews, and railroad workers with years and places including Buffalo, Omaha, Evanston, and Denver. Also notes Bryan publishing, a dog tragedy, a brewery-era incident, a wedding, hotel fire, burglar alarm, and Sherman bill cut-off progress with January 1901 train plans.
The Depot Exchange cafe run by Kabis offers fresh oysters in every style. Patrons can enjoy a variety of preparations at the seaside venue.
The thirteenth annual institute closed at noon after a final session in which Mr Churchill spoke on mental arithmetic and a lecture on Daniel Webster. The program included examinations, lectures on state duties and education, a piano solo by Mise Maud Johnston, and a debate on examiner structure. Attendance reached 166 as District No. 1 and No. 2 held business sessions and planning for Tuesday's start.
Samuel Finch and Mary Riley were married Wednesday evening at St Marys Cathedral in a small gathering. The couple will reside at 2619 Thames Street, and both are well regarded in the community.
The Leader reports Georg Siler the famous referee said the Corbett McCoy fight would be a fake and Corbett would KO McCoy early. Despite bets on Corbett, many feel the bout was not on the square and odds favored Corbett only if genuine.
Reports suggest Express Messenger Woodcock involved in train robbery. He allegedly hid two money packages during a train stop, later buried behind a trunk. officials say only $4 recovered. Authorities link the robbers to the Brown Park gang suspected in a deputy sheriff’s recent death.
Fidelity Saving Association, Colorado’s largest savings institution, offers 4 to 6 percent on deposit accounts. For full participating stocks, contact William C. Maddox Special Adjuster at the Inter Ocean Hotel or A. M. Sullivan Special Agent. W. L. Whipple, local presser, Stuck Growers National Oak.
Cheyenne grocery clerks will meet Sunday afternoon to perfect plans for Labor Day festivities and to discuss continuing the early closing. Merchants and citizens have found it eminently satisfactory and it gives clerks an evening for rest and recreation.
Last evening Mr. Thos. McGuire and Miss Ora Phagen were quietly married by Father Sasse at St. Mary's Cathedral in Cheyenne. The couple will reside in Cheyenne and begin housekeeping soon.
Cheyenne golf enthusiasts plan an open handicap tournament on Labor Day morning. Dug Brawell faces heavy handicaps while the slow and the ladies will also get a chance to win.
A planned dance honoring visiting teachers was canceled because Naperville's orchestra was already booked.
A dispatcher will be placed in the Cheyenne office soon to handle business between Cheyenne and Ridney as the North Platte office struggles with workload.
Reports say a bold train robbery sparked a large posse chase. Lawmen Dickinson and Park led the pursuit along the rail line toward Butler Creek through rough Haystacks where water is scarce. Bloodhounds are being deployed as couriers arrive with updates on the trail and outlaw tactics.
Superintendent Churchill calls all new pupils who arrived in the city this summer and plan to enter school next Tuesday. The High School office will be open Saturday at 9 o'clock. First grade entrants need not report and should go to the primary room when school begins. Students not promoted in June will report as directed. those who studied enough this summer may be considered for promotion after school starts.
Next Tuesday a launch event for the monster Wyoying will be held in Cheyenne with the governor and staff present. The railroad company withholds rates until turnout is known. those seeking rate benefits must verify with General Sthusser immediately.
A reporter visited Turner hall for a reception and dance to be hosted this evening by Mr and Mrs Powlen and Mr and Mrs Burdfek. The stage is set for social games and entertainment with Napsterak's orchestra providing overtures and dance music for the event.
The Osborne Live Stock Company is incorporated today to do business in Wyoming Gar den county with capital stock of 1,000,000 dollars. Incorporators include Jobo B. Osborn J. MH Clause W. Bavin A. F. Thode and J. A Cannady.
Cheyenne plans a Roosevelt Day celebration with a visit by a prominent statesman. Local hotels will host events and the city aligns with visiting dignitaries for the occasion.
B. W. Burke of Evanston was to be appointed deputy revenue collector for the western division of Wyoming to succeed P. L. Malkee, who recently resigned. The appointment follows Malkee's departure and signals a shift in the regional tax enforcement office.
A afternoon luncheon in honor of Mr Ed Ogatelle and his daughter featured guests including Mrs Manslug's sister Mise Rave Brady. The event highlighted community memories and local family ties.
A quirky report notes twenty charming school marms plan a day at Natural Port for a morrow picnic. The piece humorously states they seek to avoid male pedagogues and crowds, describing the scene with light satire.
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