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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1900
Page
1
An ad promotes J F Jenkins soda with lines urging thirst quenching drinks and a cold reception room. It touts a foaming beverage and Greenland imagery while referring to the summer heat and tempering prices.
A foreign relief column is cut off near Lang Fang as Boxers threaten supply routes. A second force may depart Tien Tai to restore comms and guard the railroad. 10 000 troops expected at Tien Tsin. Russia and Japan push soldiers toward Beijing amid rumors of a burned legation and a leader in Tung Puh Siang.
A cable from American Consul Rigsdale reports mobs controlling Tien Tain and officials unable to act. no word from Minister Conger. In Grand Rapids the Maccabees meet, D D Aitken accuses Great Commander Boynton of plunder and contract selling, prompting counter charges ahead of officer elections.
Mrs Jessie Benton Fremont widow of Gen John C Fremont aged 78 fell while rising from dinner sustaining fracture of the left hip joint. Hemphillian says there is no alarm. In New York the fifth body was found in the fuse at Wiedman cooperage works Whyte Avenue and Eleventh Street Williams Bag. several other workmen remain missing after the fire.
In St Louis on June 6 cars run day and night as 460 workers seek their former posts. Samuel Gompers arrives and an AFL peace proposal is discussed. General Hamilton wounded in London but continues duties.
A distorted London item from June 16 reports an alleged interview involving Emperor William and Agat ely. The piece claims the kaleor hinted at possibly coming to the rescue of the Filipinos with a force, though details are unclear and the account appears dubious.
D. Milles of 1700 Ferguson Ot is noted for accurate watch adjusting and a re pairing service. The item suggests a local skilled craftsman available for repair work and related services.
Wyoming postoffice salaries rise July 1 with Buffalo Evanston Newcastle Lander Rawlins Cheyenne Sheridan Casper at $100 and Laramie $200. Saratoga post office becomes presidential office. Gustay Jensen named postmaster. Maj. M. C. Martin to locate buildings for the Sheridan military post June 5 with aides from Denver and Omaha.
Liberty Missouri June 164 Hirncat Clevenger was hanged in the jail yard for the double murder of George Allen and Della Clevenger s sister Jennie was the lover of Clevenger who killed Allen and Della after a church gathering. He walked to the gallows unattended and his neck broke in the fall. He had earlier fired at Jennie but hit Della. He showed no remorse for the crime.
A diary fire in a five story tenement at Incheonsine, New York, killed ten people and severely injured six. Two families were wiped out with six and four members perishing respectively. The dead include Joseph Marian aged 2 and several Carter family members. the blaze left multiple casualties and widespread devastation.
Philadelphia reports that the name of Mr Bilas is revived as a potential Republican vice president candidate to balance a New York origin on the ticket. His consent remains unobtained.
A Manila letter reports Chief Packer Harry C. Witt killed near Manila a month ago by a pack mule. Witt, a Cheyenne boy, had served in Quba and Porto Rico. Also notes sale of bedding items at auction and a storm victim found in Casper, Wyoming June 16.
An advertisement notes 14 two and a half yard wide full bleached sheeting available in limited quantities. The line emphasizes a specific fabric width and stock status.
London reports General Roberts says Klerkadorp surrendered on June 4 to forces under Hotter. Boers attacked a reconstruction train north of Rhenoster but were driven off before damage. Casualties for Imperial guards at Pretoria area noted. the British expect months of pacification in Transvaal. Kruger holds gold, pays officials in gold notes.
Major General Elwell Otly received a grand welcome home in Rochester after serving in the Philippines. The city’s courts schools and banks closed in his honor as about sixty veterans of the 140th regiment led by Otly in Civil War battles including Gettysburg and Spotsylvania marched in the tribute.
Mrs Shea of Pocatello died in a Moxey crossing accident while walking a track on a high bridge. Miss Steinman, with calm presence, slid between timbers and escaped unharmed though her hat was torn away by a brake rod. Mrs Shea leaves four children.
Andrew Vass a 17 year old son of Mr and Mrs James Vasu was arraigned before Justice Hayford today on a forgery charge. He allegedly drew his mother’s name on his April wages check for 16 50 and spent the balance at B J Lehman’s clothing store. He was jailed at his own request fearing his father and this appears to be his first court appearance.
Admiral Dewey withdraws from the 1900 presidential race in Washington. He explains he only became a candidate because party leaders insisted on a tie with Bryan and will not run for second place. He criticizes backroom dealing and laments that a few politicians choose the president rather than the people.
Washington reports another rebel surrender today as General MacArthur notes a surrender in Manila. Gen Ome MacAules with eight officers, 124 men and 124 rifles surrendered to Colonel Exwerson at Tarlac.
Troop A officers report repeated fence cutting on government pasture north of town. They filed notices after wire fires and damage. HH of 81 Smith denies responsibility as authorities review trespass and seize liable animals for damages.
Battle Lake dispatch reports Ross Merithen found two pine snowshoes left by a lost traveler during October’s heavy storm. One shoe bore a faded inscription and the pair, made from green saplings with improvised straps, hint at another victim like Harrison and Jacobs.
Colonel Torrey gains daily popularity as potential vice president with broad yet contested endorsements. Wyoming crowds cheer the gallant officer's name as Western ranchmen show strong support.
Local advertisements promote $1.25 Trojan shirt waists with lace yoke, special discounts at Mrs Sapps 1800 Forgugon, and fine bacon and hams from Iowa Pride via Vreeland & Stone. Also listings for dining room staff at Silver Moon Restaurant and Cheyenne Steam Laundry promoting quality shirt waist alterations.
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