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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1902
Page
1
London reports Colonel Lynch Irish MP, indicted for treason for commanding Boer commandos, landed in England from France and was arrested. He appeared in police court and was remanded for Saturday. Irish MPs questioned Home Secretary over earlier arrests.
New York June 11. Oom Pau Kru ger vows to write a book after persistent American agents importuning him. He remains undecided about returning to South Africa and cites poor health as a factor in his decision.
A string of tornadoes and severe winds across Illinois on June 11 caused deaths in Merna and Kingston's mines areas, injuring many and destroying homes and buildings. Bloomington reports immense property losses and snapped utilities, while Pekin and Peoria suffer fatalities, industrial damage, and extensive flood impacts. Authorities assess widespread destruction across Clifton San Jose Barnes Groveland Hopedale Delavan and surrounding regions.
The June 11 celebration began with the arrival of the president and guests at 10 o'clock. A cavalry escort guided the party to Colonel Mills quarters as cadets in full dress stood at attention. A national salute greeted the visitors and a cadet Titus received a medal from the president for being the first American over Pekin’s wall. Senator Warren accompanied the party. Forest fires threaten the region with possible heavy damage if winds rise. Cuban minister Gonzales De Quesada arrived in New York from Havana.
Two Black youths, Harria and James Gillspee, accused of killing Cornelia Bronson, a white woman, were seized from jail by a mob in Charlotte on June 11 and hanged followed by gunfire, authorities report.
Flood levels on the Neosho river in Iola Kansas rose another inch overnight and are believed to be at their peak. The Missouri Pacific railway bridge remains out of service with passengers moved by boats. Seville Oliver, a Black man, drowned in the flood while attempting to cross.
New York June 11 The 14th commencement of Columbia University is being held today. The number of the graduates is 700, which establishes a new record.
Wilkesbarre Pennsylvania reports no compromise between operators and striking miners. President Roosevelt to receive a formal report by U S Commissioner of Labor Carroll D Wright detailing causes of the industrial conflict and the potential impact of a general miners strike. Wright says he has completed the investigation and will present findings promptly.
The State Federation of Labor in Trinidad with 4000 members and 1500 dollars in bank felt no decisive action yesterday. President Garman urged support for the eight hour amendment the Bucklin land tax amendment and the Bush home rule bill and noted rising strikes. Indications of a split emerged as the American Federation threatens withdrawal over state supremacy and politics. Garman's reelection prospects were discussed by his supporters.
Rocky Ford Colorado reports the second day of the Grand Army encampment focused on annual reports and elections. Several candidates announced to succeed General Sherman, promising a spirited contest. Next encampment set for Cheyenne Wyoming in June 1903.
Denver reports a full front page exposure of over charging by Smith-Brooks Printing on county jobs. An investigating committee says at least fifty thousand dollars was unjustly taken. County attorney may sue to recover charges going back over a year. Patterson and Quay also appear in other items.
Berlin dispatch reports two German cruisers Falke and Gazelle were sent to La Guayra at Berlin’s request amid a Venezuelan uprising. Officials in Washington say no official reason given for the hurried warship departure. Germany claims about 1 153 000 due from Venezuela and hints at a peace blockade if coercion is needed.
The fair’s management pledges it will not operate the exposition on Sundays at any time, reaffirming a commitment to keep Sunday observance intact.
The contractors association adopted a plan to abolish the building trades council and set a permanent arbitration board. Unions vote today. if approved, building will resume immediately. About four thousand workers have been idle fifteen days, costing nearly $800000 in wages and interest.
The wedding in Washington joins Ethel Sigshee daughter of the captain of the Ishrated Maine and Robert T Small son of the Evangelist Small. The ceremony tonight draws noted families and church figures to a formal seaside venue.
In Rawlins Wyoming on June 11 the Union Pacific increases security to deter a possible hold up. A baggage car with rifles ammunition and provisions sits on a side track while fast horses and armed guards stand ready. Sheriff Swanson and three deputies guard Point of Rocks as Superintendent Park directs precautions demanding a strong response to any attempt.
Washington reports awards for Wyoming posts including Fort Russell Fort Mackenzie and Fort Washakie. Contracts list wood coal and charcoal quantities with per hundred weight pricing and payments to multiple suppliers.
The Overland Oil and Gas company of Minneapolis plans a 3000 foot well at Fort Steele Wyoming. Prominent backers include Colonel Stockings of St Paul and Col H H Shepperd of the C A. Local and outside experts have surveyed the ground and expect to find a productive well.
John Farrel clerk in Davia and Kelley to be married at St Marys Cathedral in this city on June 25 to Miss Ladley a charming young lady of the city.
This afternoon at 6 o'clock Joseph Paviat and Miss Rosebud Neumann will marry at the home of John Eckert in Sidney Nebraska with Rev. D D Forsyth officiating. Paviat works as a check clerk at the Union Pacific freight platform and is described as a young man of exemplary habits. Neumann is a well known Sidney girl noted for beauty and accomplishment.
A flurry of notices details J B Schmitt in Denver and Otto Graham in Laramie, with Mrs J A Carley Ava visiting city friends. Many Misses Messrs from Wyoming towns travel to Denver Chicago Wheatland and Rawlins for visits, conservatories, or ranch affairs.
Three suspects entered the Nolan restaurant in Green River during broad daylight and stole a purse containing 35 dollars. The restaurant keeper was away from the counter, and no clues to the robbers have been found.
Brother K Allen and his wife left Cheyenne today to settle in Deadwood 8 D Their departure drew regrets from numerous friends in Cheyenne as they plan to reside in the Black Hills area.
Weston county Wyoming post office realignment appoints Harry Springer as new postmaster succeeding the previous official. The changes affect Cambria's mail service and local administrative duties.
Announcement urges attendance for a sermon by Rev. C Davis on Monday night at the Salvation Army hall. The event emphasizes community spirituality and outreach in the local area.
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