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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1903
Page
1
Firefighting crews press on across the Adirondacks from Whitehall to Saratoga while heavy rain lags. In New Bedford 250 acres burn and foggy haze hampers navigation as officials warn of dangerous conditions. prayers held as an early attempt to float the liner Deutschland failed today though not believed in danger.
In northeast Maine farms dry up and crops ruined as timber stands burn. Brayville with fifty buildings burned. Mapleton destroyed with thirty five houses. Shirley is surrounded and residents fight for their lives and homes as a fire rages. A guide from Allegesh reports miles of fire.
Springfield Mass June 5 Farmers in the Connecticut valley lost 260000 by fires and drought Near Rutland Wisconsin 4000 acres were burned over and 2000 are still blazing
Lord Salisbury III is seriously ill at Hatfield House with a slight chill. An official bulletin notes the situation while rumors claim relatives have been summoned.
June 6 Pittsburg Roosevelt arrived in the city by train nine minutes early and walked the depot platform. He will reach Washington at seven tonight. Correspondents aboard the train presented him the dining car key used by party members, and Roosevelt accepted it with a note of democratic pride.
Chicago reports Mr and Mrs Geils divorcing after nearly sixty years of marriage. Mrs Gella accuses him of drunkenness and ill treatment. The divorce filing occurred this morning. Armour Employer Strike involves 300 workers at the Armour plant striking over wages. The packing trades council plans to push for a return to work.
Berlin reports the American squadron will reach Kiel on June 26 and the Kaiser will begin a six week tour of Scandinavia next Wednesday. It is also stated that the German Emperor and the Czar will visit Vienna together at the start of September. Fresh strawberries today Mane WAL's restaurant.
The Kansas river at noon stood 304 10 feet with flood subsiding two inches per hour. West Bottoma streets remained under nine feet of water while free water is four inches thick on surfaces. Water works pumping capacity rose to 14 million gallons daily for fire protection and sewer cleaning. Topeka reports Kaw river six and a half feet below high water mark this morning and falling an inch per hour as crews remove debris and burn carcasses on railway iron. Water supply expected tomorrow.
In New York on June 6 the Venezuelan revolutionists seeking to be recognized as belligerents plan to petition the United States. Dr. Pedro Balquier Rojaes, their diplomatic agent, is tasked with securing belligerent rights. If rejected, they will turn to Great Britain, hoping to preserve U S relations and bolster their claim interests.
Washwomen in St Paul form a union vowing that no family washing will be done for less than a dollar and a half per day. The report notes the city’s labor action as the first declaration of the new union.
Frankfort report notes a council father, age 75, opposing baths as unnecessary and harmful while claiming never to bathe. In Paris the Matin cites Lille doctors using X rays on a 65 year old stomach cancer patient showing weight gain and seven months relapse-free after seven treatments.
Three textile mills employing thousands resumed operations after workers, unorganized, returned to work at the old wagon line. The move came as a result of pressure from a stoppage that showed the workers’ lack of organization and confidence.
The committees tasked with arranging the event face delays as preparations continue. Officials seek to finalize venues, guest lists, and logistics ahead of the upcoming ceremony.
Horrific details from Monastir describe May 21 massacre by Turkish forces at Smerdasa village. Explosions and shelling preceded by a night of fire, with 300 homes burned and more than 20 villagers killed including women and children. Survivors scattered to the mountains, some bearing severe injuries.
In La Crosse Wisconsin a morning fire destroyed the New Italian business district, with losses estimated at 156000 dollars. Bellefontaine Ohio reports the German Baptist Brethren Dunkards conference opposing life insurance and planning to revive debate at the next meeting. A missionary collection totaling 6000 dollars was raised.
In St Paul on June 6 the United States court heard the Minnesota case against the Northern Securities Company and the merged roads. The state's arguments differ from the federal merger suit, yet the outcome is the same.
Topeka June 5. A disastrous collision between Santa Fe passenger trains at Stillwell near Olathe yesterday afternoon killed seven people and injured three. Westbound No 1 struck eastbound No 8. five on the eastbound train died. Three tramps were among the dead. Conductor Frank Johnson was injured. Traffic resumed after relief trains were sent and tracks cleared.
A Manila dispatch reports a hurricane crossing the Philippines causing heavy shipping damage. The steamer Pearla De Visayas was lost off Camotes Inland with most crew saved, while several other ships were lost. In a separate note, Mariano Ruiz died after a fall from a horse near Tijeras Canyon.
The Western Trunk Line committee in Chicago voted to abolish the bridge toll on freight to and from Iowa points and Omaha effective June 15 after fifteen years. The move equalizes rates with Council Bluffs, boosts Omaha’s commercial prestige, and ends a long-argued tax differential. Also noted is the Overland Limited service and other rail details, followed by social notices about a dance at Keere Hall.
Jockey Fuillman and McCheaney in Chicago Derby suffer life threatening injuries after an attack by the horse. A collision interrupts Santa Fe trains on Missouri Pacific tracks at Stillwell, seven killed. China to pay Britain indemnity in silver then gold. Roosevelt tours the West amid stormy weather. Hanna and Foraker unite at Ohio Republican convention. Felts defeats Forbes in Savannah boxing. Kwangsi famine reports 150000 destitute. Mrs. Rider dies from celery tonic poison. Forest fires destroy two settlements in Aroostook. Two drownings at Jackson Park lagoon. Arpad speeds in Pola trials as fastest of its class. Leavenworth prisoners not released. Frisco control gives Rock Island full Eastern finos control. Kyle’s suicide in Vancouver linked to misappropriation. University students Jesse Miller and Frances Moore drown at Jackson Park lagoon.
James Montgomery 25 was robbed and killed then his body lay on the interurban line near Auburn. A car from Kent to Tacoma struck the body at 6 am, throwing it off the roadbed. coroner says death by a bullet. No suspect identified yet.
In Walsenburg Colorado a bolt killed Claudio Martinez and injured Maria Martinez Milde and Victoria Romero during a storm. The family’s baby survived as the room’s six occupants were dazed. the house suffered only minor damage and rain persisted. In Clinton Indiana three Van Houtins children perished from a fire started near their home with a brave 13 year old rescuing siblings before dying from burns. In Washington a mint director bought 325000 ounces of silver for Philippine coinage at 63.50 cents per ounce for delivery in San Francisco.
Floodwaters surged in St. Louis on June 6 raising the gauge by 13.8 feet above the danger mark. East St Louis suffered erosion and the Mississippi ferry area faced rising waters. The Missouri River lift bridge and local businesses along the riverfront reported disruption.
Call and consult this man to revealyour past present and future promises of love marriage and fortune He claims to uncover sickness accident misfortune and property issues and tells whom you will marry He offers life reading for 50c and 1 00 at 811 West 17th Hours 9 am to 8 pm.
A consumer tips feature urges saving money through refurbishing existing furniture and hiring carpet cleaning services. It highlights cost benefits of repairs over replacements and suggests DIY maintenance options. The piece includes practical steps and local service ideas.
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