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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1908
Page
7
A 1908 letter from Jacobe writes about canned foods and prices. He mentions corn tomatoes beans and prunes offered at 3 for 25 cents or 2 for 25 cents and asks a friend to visit a place selling cans for Mama. The casual note reflects everyday domestic shopping in that era.
Miss Katherine Mackenzie, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. L Y Mackenzie, alone at 510 West Twenty first street, faced an unknown intruder at 7 30 pm. After signaling for help and guiding police, she locked doors, played the piano to stay calm, and neighbors aided in the search, but the man escaped before capture.
An antique advertisement promotes Ring’s Little Liver Pills from Palace Pharmacy Drug Co claiming to cleanse the system improve digestion and clear skin for biliousness headaches and health. It highlights a price of 25e and targets general ailment relief.
A social event titled Entree Nous Dance was held at W H Hall on Saturday night. Organizers promoted the gathering as a community dance with music and refreshments for attendees in the local area.
Benjamin Ausherman of Evanston and James E. Cosgrif from Rawlins visit the city. William Sturgis returns from New York City. Sheriff Smalley returns from Sidney. Mr. and Mrs. Neil Clark of Horse Creek and Mr. and Mrs. J C Underwood visit. Fulford Clark from Phillips, Wio arrives. H Hansen and family back from southern California. Timothy Kinney, West Wyoming sheep owner, training in the city. W J Barker of Northern Colorado Power Company attends Cheyenne visit. W H Fairfield, ex state experiment farm supervisor at Laramie now in Lethbridge with Mrs. Fairfield. Mrs. C H B Townsend of Casper and Mrs. Inez Robinson of Cheyenne tour Southern state lodges of the Order of the Eastern Star. Colonel H L Anderson of Wyoming division Union Pacific and Dr A W Barber depart for southern California for several weeks.
A promotional notice emphasizes Foley's Honey and Tar cough remedy as the cure for colds. It warns against fake products, highlighting the genuine version in a yellow package from A. BE. Roedel.
The Ladies Aid society hosts a social and bazaar at the Presbyte- Man church with afternoon and evening programs. Admission is 25 cents, including refreshments, and a children’s table features toys and items for sale. Proceeds support church activities.
The American Order of Protection announces a card party at the A O U W hall Friday evening March 20. Proceeds benefit the committee's activities and attendees are invited to join for a good time. Also an ad endorses Pinesalve Carbonized from Palace Pharmacy Drug Co for skin injuries.
The Wyoming Cement Construction & Roofing company led by W. Rahn plans a new cement block plant near the Hammond packing house, with a stone crusher and cement brick production. The Cheyenne Cement Stone & Brick company reorganized, installing a new leadership group and adopting the slush reinforced concrete system for future buildings.
Notice to customers states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung troubles contains no opiates or harmful drugs and is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults by A. E. Roedel.
The Colorado marriages recorded in Cheyenne yesterday include Arthur L. Barmettler and Miss Mary L. Tillery of Denver, Lars Hansen and Mrs. Lizzie Floyd of Denver, and Harry J. Castles and Mrs. Annie Wuerth of Victor, all tied together in a single ceremony.
Free admission program held this afternoon at the Presbyterian Church with a social and bazaar planned for attendance.
Advertises safe gentle horses and well kept stables for ladies drivers. Lists carriages cabs surreys and other equipment. Claims good running order and reasonable prices with contact by telephone 375.
To cure a cold in one day. Take Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails to cure. E. W. Grove's signature on each box. 25c.
An afternoon admission program is scheduled tonight at Preshy Irian Church. Organizers invite attendees to join for a community program with local speakers and music, aiming to start in the early evening.
One third of your life in bed is spent. order a custom hair mattress from Cheyenne Upholstering Works at 504 West Seventeenth Street. Call Black 13 for details.
A new fishing lot for trout is ready at Hopper and Bartley located at 210 West Sixteenth Street, expanding local angling access.
Local shoppers celebrate the arrival of a new spring stock at The Jenkins Shoe Co. The freshness of the assortment sparks excitement as customers anticipate styles and fits for the season.
Jenkins Shoe Co advertises shoes best for the money inviting laborers to try a paired sample. The call emphasizes affordability and durability for tough jobs.
Community event at Rian Church features a bazaar with free admission this afternoon. Local residents are invited to browse goods and enjoy fellowship in a family friendly setting.
Cheyenne Canton No. 4 I C C F announces a dance Friday evening March 27 to raise funds. Local members invite attendees to join the event at a community venue with proceeds benefiting lodge activities.
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