Miller Contracted for Cattle Then Vanished in Laramie
Ranchers west of Cheyenne questioned Sheriff Smalley about Arel G. Miller who appeared in the Silver Crown district as a livestock buyer. He inspected stock, negotiated sales, and invited buyers to close deals in Laramie with deeds ready for cash, but he failed to appear or send word. The ranchmen returned home in disgust and the sheriff was asked to investigate his true motives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arel G. Miller
Cheyenne
E. J. Smalley
Miller
Silver Crown
Laramie
Smalley
Simmons Denounces Inmates at Evanston Asylum
William Simmons, a rangeman sent to the Evanston insane asylum about a year ago, writes that he is not insane and objects to being housed with drunken bums and paupers. He says he is legally detained, was committed through improper procedure, and wants to return home. His mental condition reportedly shows no improvement.
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William Simmons
Rangiman
Evanston
Simmons
Polo Tournament At Fort Robinson Draws Regional Teams
The Tenth United States Cavalry polo club hosts a grand polo tournament at Fort Robinson this week with teams from Colorado Springs Glenwood Springs Menver Fort Mackenzie and Fort Meade. Special players hail from Fort D A Russell Fort Washakie and Forts Riley Leavenworth.
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Fort Russell
FT. Robinson
United States Cavalry
Fort Robinson
Colorado Springs
Glenwood Springs
Menver
Colo
Fort Mackenzie
Wyo
Fort Meade
Fort D. A. Russell
Fort Washakie
Forts Riley and Leavenworth
Kan
Officers Record Scores On Fort Russell Target Range
The article lists six infantry officers at Fort Russell who scored on the target range in a drill. First Lieut. Game, 00.G. Zou led with 246 points, followed by First Lieut. Myer 246, Capt. Leonardi 241, Capt. Logan 241, Second Lieut. Steever 230, First Lieut. Dowell 229.
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Sleeuth
Fort Russell
Zou
Myer
Leonard
Lass
Logan
Steever, Co
Dowell, Co
Proctor Named Lieutenant in Panama Lands Police Service
Senator F B Warren announced Deputy Sheriff Richard A Proctor has been appointed lieutenant of police in the Panama Lands service. Proctor is expected to accept the appointment and begin duties in the new post.
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F. B. Warren
Richard A. Proctor
Panama
Proctor
Twins Born To Ranch Man J J Meliquhan Family
Two fine girls were born to the wife of J J Meliquhan, a well known ranch man, at Mrs T Shel don’s home yesterday morning. The infants and mother are progressing satisfactorily.
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J. J. Meliquhan
T. Sheldon
July Resumed Election Contest Trials Pending
The request of the Democratic contestants prompts postponement of trial on election contest cases involving the prosecuting attorneyship and two county commissionerships until about mid July.
Fine water strike at Carpenter Ranch wells
A. Y. Jones, drilling at Carpenter and Clark ranch north of the city, has struck a fine well. The hit guarantees the ranch a permanent supply of the best quality water.
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Carpenter Ranch
A. Y. Jones
Carpenter & Clark Ranch
State Engineer Clarence T. John pens camping trip article
State Engineer Clarence T. John contributes a lengthy piece to the Wyormley Industrial Journal June issue titled Inomettions of a Camping Trip of 650 Miles. The article chronicles a long-distance journey with observations on terrain and travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence T. John
Alton
Wyormley Industrial Journal
Lefors Finds New Mystery in Cash Hidden Away
Detective Lefors reports that Joe Lafors uncovers a potential fortune hidden by the late M McMillan who was killed near Corlett, six miles west of Cheyenne on March 26. McMillan, a former Platte City resident, withdrew 4200 dollars before his death and promised to deposit it in a Western bank, whose location remains unknown.
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Joe Lafors
PD. T. McMilan
Corlett
Cheyenne
LaFors
McMillan
Platte City
Personal notices from Denver area guests and visitors
J C Kidneigh visits Denver. Miss Loretta Fisher remains home sick. Solon Emerys visit Salt Lake City. Adjutant General P A Gatchell travels to Denver. Mrs P Keenan of Hillsdale visits Cheyenne friends. Frank Bon to return today from Pacific Coast. Mrs George W Russell of Boulder visits her father J G Thompson. Mrs W S Rowland hosts sister Miss Josie Robinson of Paola Kan. Wiley Buchanan of Denver Republican attends to city business. Mrs Scott Davis and daughter Irma return to Denver after visiting Mrs Francis Ollerenshaw.
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J.C. Kidneigh
Denver
Loretta Fisher
Solon Emery
Salt Lake City
P. A. Gatchell
P. Keenan
Hillsdale
Cheyenne
Frank Bon
Pacific Coast
George W. Russell
Boulder
Colo
J. G. Thompson
W. S. Rowland
Josie Robinson
Paola
Kan
Wiley Buchanan
Denver Republican
Scott Davis
Irma
Francis Ollerenshaw
Double Track Opens Between City and Hermosa Junction
The line formerly used only for eastbound trains is now open for traffic in both directions. Utah Construction crews repaired mudbeds widened cuts improved embankments and reduced sharp curves. The line will be reballasted with gravel from Sherman Hill to become a permanent part of the Wyoming division double track system.
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Hermosa Junction
Utah Construction Company
Sherman Hill
Wyoming Division
Laramie Republican
Seven Women Graduate From Convent of the Holy Child Jesus
Last evening at the Convent of the Holy Child Jesus a class of seven young ladies were graduated in a program praised as among the finest in the city. Diplomas were presented by Bishop J. J. Keane before a large gathering of relatives and friends.
Positions of Old Clarks in New Fire Team
The article lists four former J. T. Clark hose team members and their new roles in the fire department. Taylor serves as pipeman, Andy Wilkingen as coupling breaker, John Grainger as hose puller, and Joe Grainger as plugman.
Editor mocks map as crowning work of late Frank Bond
The Wyoming Industrial Journal editor comments on the new Wyoming map calling it the crowning work of fame of the late Frank Bond. The remark is noted as likely to attract reader interest.
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Wyoming Industrial Journal
Wyoming
Frank Bond
Hond
Accurate adjusting and water heater pairing
D Miller at 1709 Ferguson St seeks accurate water heater pairing and adjustment services.
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D. Miller
Fergueon St
Local merchant posts sign announcing his marriage
In Laramie Wyoming on June 23 a well known young business man's show window displayed a dramatic notice reading I am getting married today nothing doing call again next week. Friends and customers who saw the sign learned the truth after entering and finding the door locked. The amusing display drew passers by all day as they realized he was busy.
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Laramie
Wyo
Old Scout Wins Race to Portland
Special to The Leader Portland Ore June 3 Old Scout rolled into Portland yesterday afternoon winning the transcontinental Oldsmobile race from Old Steady by several hundred miles Forty four days were consumed in the trip from New York Huss and Weigle the crew of Old Scout show marked effects of the hard experiences through which they have passed.
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Portland
Ore
New York
Huss and Weigle
Destructive Fire Destroys Almy Tipple and Mine Buildings
In Almy near Evanston Wyoming on June 23 a blaze wiped out the tipple and several buildings at Rocky Mountain Coal and Iron Company mine No 6. Loss is about 25000 dollars. Cause remains a mystery as the property had not been extensively operated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evanston
Wyo
Rocky Mountain Coal and Iron Company
Almy
Diamond Drill Near Copper Find At Rawlins Wyoming
Diamond drill near Rawlins Wyoming has been operating close to the city limits and is making good progress. Operators report favorable indications and expect to encounter copper in a short time.
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Rawlins
Wyo
Railroad man fined for knocking down door in Rawlins
Rawlins Wyoming June 28 Ed Matthews a railroad man was fined for attempting to kick down the door of a house of ill repute across the tracks and in default of payment was sent to jail for thirty days
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Rawlins
Wyo
Matthews
New Torrington Postmaster Named in Wyoming
Washington June 23 G HM Sawyer has been appointed postmaster at Torrington in Laramie county Wyoming to succeed Matilda J Powell who has been removed on grounds not stated.
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Washington, D. C
Lamb crop shows record statewide increase in Wyoming
Meceetse Wyoming June 22 Adam Hogg reports a 90 percent rise in lambs, the largest increase this year in the state. Conservative sheepmen estimate statewide gains around 65 percent, with the usual average near 75 percent.
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Meceetse
Wyo
Adam Hogg
Railroad men summoned to June 24 meeting at club rooms
All railroad men in the train service are requested to attend at the Railway Improvement club rooms on Saturday June 24 at 2 20 o clock. The committee desires a large attendance if business of importance will come before the meeting.
Cook Gets State Fair Plumbing Work
The contract for plumbing in the State Fair buildings at Douglas is awarded to P. & Cook of Cheyenne. Clark Bros. company will construct the buildings.
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Cook
Douglas
P. &. Cook
Cheyenne
Clark Bros. Company
Weather varied through Cheyenne last night
Cheyenne saw a sequence of warm air, drizzle and fog, followed by a snowfall attempt before clearing and returning to warmth. The rapid changes mirrored a volatile nocturnal pattern with shifting moisture and temperature.
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Cheyenne
Noo
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