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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
5
A plumber named Weasel and his assistant were burned when a torch ignited leaking gas in the cellar of Mrs. J. England's new West Twenty first street home near the state capitol. Firemen contained the blaze before the woodwork burned. Water damage occurred from an open faucet during the incident.
The Atlas show loses its animal act due to the trainer's illness. The Newmans, an Australian comedy team, take over the number. If Mr. Gilbert recovers, he may join as an extra during the holidays. The act promises songs pictures and sketches of mirth. Matinee and evening performances at the house built for you.
The R N A invites all to a Thursday December 24 social at the A C U W hall with music and dancing. Prizes for best waltzing couples. The event is billed as a major Christmas season highlight. The Kelley Mercantile Co contracts holly from a leading grower in the country.
Reserve seats for a Christmas Day dinner at Kabis Cafe with a fine menu including eggnog and claret punch. Table d Hote served from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. at 50 cents.
The Atlas Confectionery runs a daily week long sale of home made confections from 2 to 8 PM. Cheyenne residents are stocking up for Christmas with a new kind offered each day at 20 cents per pound.
The notice lists holiday gatherings and recitations from the Methodist and Baptist communities, with Christmas programs, songs, and student performances led by local pastors and teachers. It also notes church entertainments, tea invitations, and a New Year visit, plus several residents traveling or hosting events during the season.
Turkeys ducks geese and chickens are listed at Kellys. Toilets and manicure sets made of sterling silver plated silver and ebony are advertised by Murchison Jewelry Co Cheyenne Wyoming.
Sealed proposals for concrete and tension to the City Maths Intork Addition will be received by the City of Cheyenne until 1 o clock p m Tuesday January 1908. Bid items include tiling pipe sizes 8 6 4 inches and fittings valves hydrants and all appurtenances. city furnishes material bid must be on blank forms obtained from City Engineers with bid security $100.
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