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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1903
Page
1
Cracksmen dynamited the bank safe in Carry, a Chicago suburb, early this morning and secured five thousand in currency and valuable papers. Several hundred citizens joined officers in the pursuit, with robbers believed to be fleeing the Carry area.
Topeka June 24 Kansas legislature convened in an extraordinary session to pass laws enabling counties and municipalities to borrow money to replace bridges destroyed by the flood Governor Bailey hopes no general legislation will push for relief appropriations and regrets the meeting during the busy season. Wyoming Miners Warn the Sheepmen. Hattie Wyo June 24 Bitter tension rises after miners warn sheepmen to keep flocks out of the mountains with threats of violence from past conflicts and a possible swing into a sanwuinary struggle despite warnings.
The yacht Sylph with the President and Mirna Alice Roosevelt is due this afternoon for the Yale Harvard boat race tomorrow. Three cup yachts Lance Constitution and Columbia arrive tomorrow, with Yale the betting favorite in all races. Edison phonographs and records at Buechner and Sons.
New Orleans report notes George Gould yields to Rockefeller, who has secured control of Colorado Fuel & Iron properties and the Osgood solicitation. Rockefeller invested 96 million and took bonds on the property, placing the firm on easy street and driving stock higher.
Washington reports the appointment of special prosecutors as a response to the scandal following no presidential letter to General Knox. The president calls a breach of public trust a grave offense and orders strict punishment and a thorough review of past and future indictments against postal officials.
At Des Moines the Democratic state convention heard Hawkeye state voters back the gold standard. Conservatives won control of the resolutions committee seven to four as anti reaffirmationists prepared to fight the issue on the floor. Governors candidates Waggn er and Sullivan named as convention moves forward.
Belgrade June 24 After years in exile Peter Karageorgevitch returned to Servia today and was greeted with wild ac_claimation. At Semlin he was welcomed by the cabinet city authorities high officials and a cheering crowd. A torch light procession opens a week of festivities as Peter takes the oath of office before Skuptuchena tomorrow.
Chicago reports Albert Sontag and his wife found dead at their St. Eger home. Death traced to paralgene. Police unsure if double suicide or murder.
In Elk Valley Texas on June 24 Chas Jones a Black man accused of injuring 18 year old Margaret Bruce was captured by a mob at daylight and killed. He confessed and was identified by the young woman.
New York on June 24 the White Star Inez Oceanic brought Sir Thomas Lipton, Pierpont Morgan, Sir Clinton Dakins, Bruce Ismay, and Henry Wilding to greet them at Sandy Hook. Adj. Gen. Corbin led a delegation to welcome Lipton while Morgan sought information on the shipping combine amid threats of a raffle war if Cunard severs from the agreement.
Eastbound Frisco passenger No. 2 collided with two box cars in Cherryvale Kansas as a switch crew attempted a flying switch early morning. Engineer John McKeon of Monett Missouri, the railroad’s oldest in service, was killed instantly and Fireman Feahin fatally injured. Passengers were shaken up severely.
In a June 24 incident near Caney West Liberty Kentucky David Purcell shot and killed Nick el Wells and Gordon Wells during a dispute over cards Purcell escaped authorities conduct a search for the shooter and the victims are identified as local men Nick el Wells and Gordon Wells.
Florence Brune white girl died from injuries after an assault by a negro near East St Louis. Green colored man, assaulted by same, remains in precarious condition. Also noted are updates on Dr. Munn's visit to Sedalia and J. J. Frey's worsening condition. Manila reports Pacific cable landings at Midway, with storms delaying connection. County clerk’s office reports no marriage licenses or other news.
Prince Henry welcomed Ambassador Power Admiral Cotton and the American naval officers at a midday meal in Kiel palace. He said the Emperor was greatly gratified that the American government accepted the invitation to send the squadron.
New Haven June 4 Yale Today reports the 202nd commencement with 667 degrees awarded Honorary honorees include Professor Wm Brewer Judge Gray head of the anthracite commission Dr Lyman W Abbott and Herbert Bowen minister to Venezuela.
County jail officials and authorities report Cherokee Bill staged a stabbing using a spoon weapon to avoid sentencing and reach the county hospital. The wound is described as not serious, and the escape attempt is marked as another stall by the suspect.
Carpenter and Higbard opticians announce their next regular visit at Jang Tueeday and Wedneday with free comprehensive eye exams. They have serviced Cheyenne monthly for two years, fitting hundreds satisfactorily. Visit Miller's at 1708 State for the event.
The real estate exchange tax committee argues the Union Pacific shop site is undervalued. They claim seventy two acres near the shops could be worth about 720 000 for land alone with tracks and buildings boosting value, and they criticize a total shop assessment of 194 665 as absurd.
Judge Potter returns from an eastern trip while Mabel Dundas of Rawlin is back in Cheyenne. J W Koops visits from Camp Stool ranch and T J Walsh of Evanston makes a brief city stop. C B Richardson returns from an official tour, Ranchman Mantee arrives from Jones Tree and Col F D Randall of Chicago expected in Cheyenne next week.
The county board of equalization works in the county clerk’s office reviewing assessments turned over by the assessor. Many cases see increases, others reductions, with the process expected to take several days to finish. Attend the BC C dance Wednesday night June 24 at Keefe hall. admission 50 cents, ladies free.
Officials prepare semiannual reports to be submitted by Arg day in July. The documents cover finances and operations for the past months, informing creditors and noting county activities. Subscription urged for the Leader.
Harriet Bond describes a one day trip to New York with Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art included. She notes Vanderbilt gifts to the Met, mentions works by Turner Leighton and Henner, and reviews the musical comedy The Prince of Pilsen at a Broadway venue with character sketches and city-themed chorus numbers.
Advertises a wide array of women and men apparel and accessories with discounted prices. Includes 3c summer corsets, 9 dollar silk garments, 2.46 shoes, 3.50 shoe pair, 25c sunbonnets, 16c girdles, 60c lawn items, 75c cor nets, and assorted hosiery and underwear. Emphasizes value and variety for 1900s shoppers.
Telephone service notes refer to the Atlas Building offices in rooms 8 and 9. The fragment indicates a focus on telecommunication or switchboard arrangements.
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