Citizens Meeting Urged To Back Frontier Day
The Frontier Day Committee has about $800 including $600 on hand without the $150 city grant and property such as a stage coach and bleacher uprights. The Leader calls a town meeting this week to renew support for a sixth Frontier Day, with the same committee ready to lead and a plan to avoid a second fundraising canvass. Douglas plans a new park between the railroad and the Valley House to welcome travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Hall
Court House
Douglas
Valley House
Wyoming Gains Public Building and Irrigation Support
A Washington letter from J A Breckens notes Wyoming is set to receive a $100,000 public building and at least $50,000 for Fort Russell and Fort McKenzie in the omnibus military post improvements. Irrigation bill prospects boost Wyoming’s congressional delegation after years of advocacy. General Funston comments on the subject as a compliment and the Pittsburgh Chronicle Telegraph shares the view.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. A. Breckens
Washington
Wyoming
Evanston
House
Senate
Fort Russell
Fort McKenzie
Congress
War is Hell and the Filipinos in the Philippines
A critical editorial quotes General Smith on orders to kill Filipinos over ten years old and reflects on the brutality of war from Atlanta to the sea. It argues war remains hell despite peace efforts and Red Cross recognition, noting critics’ potential if present at such deeds. It also cites Sheridan’s comment on ravaged Shenandoah Valley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Pilipinas
Philippines
Coers
Beighburg
Atlanta
Red Cross Society
Gheridan
Shenandoah
A Strong Man Gone Amos J Cummings Death in Baltimore
A memorial notice recalls Amos J Cummings who died in a Baltimore infirmary. He began as a 12 year old typesetter, served in the Twenty sixth New Jersey infantry earning a congressional medal of honor, and held editorial posts in New York papers before serving in multiple Congresses. An anecdote with Charles A Dana highlights his rise from probationary editor to managing editor. A separate item notes a Douglas cattlemen meeting forming an association to protect cattlemen in Converse county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amos J. Cummings
Baltimore
Walker
Inez
Nicaragua
Twenty-sixth New Jersey Infantry
Army of the Potomac
New York Tribune
Horace Greeley
Evening Sun
New York
Courant
Charles A. Dana
The
Standard
Mr. Dana
Cummings
Dana
Roosevelt urges strict duty at Annapolis graduation
President Roosevelt addresses the Naval Academy class at Annapolis stressing training and duty in seamanship and gunnery. He honors Cadet Emory Land of Wyoming with a diploma and presents him a sword for athletic achievement while the cadet vomits awards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Naval Academy At Annapolis
Emory 8S
Land of Wyoming
Beef Pricing Conspiracy Highlighted by Kansas City Journal
The Kansas City Journal reports a conspiracy to fix meat prices as beef on the hoof rose modestly while dressed beef jumped four dollars per hundred weight. It cites evidence of manipulation and calls for U. S. action, noting criticism from multiple editorials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Meat Trust
Kansas City Journal
United States
Philadelphia Times
Printers Claim Evening Papers Lead in News Supremacy
The Printers say evening newspapers surpass morning papers by delivering world news earlier and more timely. They point to the Spanish-American War era’s Manila and San Anago reports as examples while noting evenings cover courts, markets, races, sports, and other events, aided by readers’ leisure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Manila
San Anago
Congress
Governor Richards Seeks renomination by acclamation
The Rawlings Republican note that Governor Richards will accept a renomination if offered, clearing the political horizon and quelling ambitions of potential gubernatorial hopefuls for four years. General MacArthur and General Funston face ongoing criticism, with the public backing army officers against overreach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richards
Impresalan
Rawling
MacArthur
Philippines
Funston
Antio
Topeka Herald
Odds Favor Subside Bill Passage Against House
The text notes three to one odds against the chip subsidy bill becoming law and ten to one against passage by the House this session. It also mentions Joe Jefferson refusing romantic advances and a comment about fame and public perception.
State House Roundup Finds Inmates, Finances, and Feints
Wyoming state notes report 208 convicts in the penitentiary and three more booked to arrive soon. A total of 483 in warrants pays wolf and coyote bounty from county clerks. The Board of Charities and Reform returns from Colorado, finding facilities satisfactory. Buffalo Wyoming forms a building and loan association following a state examiner model. Incorporation filings include Rio Ardho and Arden Leta Oil Land and Cattle with 15000 capital. Governor receives 8000 from Washington for 5 percent of federal land sales in Wyoming.
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State Board of Charities and Reform
Colorado
Wyoming
Secretary of State
Rio Ardho and
Arden Leta Oil, Land and Cattle Company
Capital
Denver
Cheyenne
State House
Boswell
Court House News and Acting Sheriff Reports
Sheriff Smalley returns from Denver with J. G. Tobin arrested on charges connected to the burglary of Arp and Hammond’s hardware store in that city. Deputy Snow brings two North Platte burglary suspects, J McDonald and Charles Fulland, for adjudication after requisition papers. Delinquent taxes and pension vouchers are being processed, with monthly county reports prepared for the board meeting tomorrow. Estate of Daniel Altman to undergo final settlement at May term. George E. Abbott as administrator, with John W. Lacey attorney.
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Smalley
Denver
J. G. Tobin
Arp & Hammond
Herman Amen
North Platte
Snow
Les Snow
Nebraska
J. McDonald
Charles Fulland
Lincoln
Daniel Altman
District Court
County of
Laramie
State of
Wyoming
George E. Abbott
Schwartz-Mills Nuptials Shine in Alexandria Ceremony
Will Mills formerly of the Wyoming Light Infantry and Cheyenne, wed Miss Gertrude Schwartz in St Pauls Episcopal Church Alexandria Virginia. The reception followed at the bride’s home with generous gifts including silver, gold and special keepsakes. Notable guests from Washington and Cheyenne attended as a special car ferried guests to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Will Milla
Wyoming Light Infantry
Alexandria
Gertrude Schwartz
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
P. P. Philips
Bruntete
Florence Kerr
Philadelphia
Paris
Glenn Cowhick
Washington
Capital
W. A. Richards
Edna
Ruth Richards
Mondell
Hummel
Clarence Johnston
Gisele Johnston
Florida
Estate of Silas J Hopper Administrator Notice
In the estate of Silas J Hopper deceased the administrator notices intent to settle at the May term A D 1908 of the district court in Laramie county Wyoming. John W Hopper is the administrator.
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Silas J. Hopper
Said
Omal Settl
County of
Laramie
State of
Wyoming
John W. Hopper
Christopher O'Lirien
Laraméd
Annie O'Brien
Leader buys seats for Shakespeare teaching prize event
The Leader supports education by purchasing private box seats for Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew to be staged by Charles B. Hanford at the opera house on Thursday May 8. The six public school teachers with the most votes will receive these seats. Voters cast ballots using a coupon printed below and send it to the office.
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Cheyenne
Charles B. Hanford
Opera House
Hanford
For Rent or Wanted in The Leader Brings Quick Results
A short rental and want ad column in The Leader delivers speedy leads. Landlords list vacancies and readers post wanted notices, with rapid responses expected from local tenants and property owners seeking quick matches.
Notice of final proof and land survey bids
Notice in Cheyenne Wyoming April 23 1902 lists Henry Grove South Bend for final proof June 3 1902 before the Cheyenne register and receiver. It also announces sealed bids by May 23 1902 for surveying duties across multiple townships and ranges with mileage rates and bid terms. Public settlement notice follows for the estate of Robina deceased with administratrix Deborah Hobing to finalize May term 1902.
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Department of the Interior
Cheyenne
Wyo
Henry Grove
South Bend
Henry J Gurney
James Murray
Little Horse Creek
Alfred Scoon
John M. Steinbrecht
W. E. Chaplin
Office OF
United States Surveyor General
Wyoming
Surveyor General
D. Epters
United States Land Office
Act of Congress
California
Oregon
Nevada
Washington
William Yates
Phillipa
Laramie
James Griffin
Curtis E&, Griffin
John Porter France Marsh
Phillips
Publ Department of Centerlorans
Thomas
Ellener
Rami
Wie
Gald Land
Vis
Kabert
Hereford
Wye
Heaglwtor
The Daily Leader Ad Columns Promote Home Listings
Read The Daily Leader for house for sale or rent ads. Find local properties, prices, and contact details showcased in the classifieds.
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Daily Leader
Proposals sought for fuel at western forts and posts
Denver April 12 1902 sealed proposals will be received here and at post offices for furnishing fuel at forts Apache Grant Huachuca Bayard Wingate Douglas DuChesne D A Russell Mackenzie Washakie Logan and Denver during the fiscal year ending June 30 1908. Proposals for partial quantities or different delivery points may be entertained. Right to accept or reject is reserved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Colo
Fort D. A. Russell
Q. M
U. 8
J. W. Pope
Golo
Forte Apache
Grant
Huachuca
A. T
Bayard and Wingate
N. M
Douglas and DuChesne
Utah
D. A. Russell
Mackenzie and Washakie
Wyo
Galo
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Sun-Leader
Woming
Converse County
Emory Land
Chicago Tribune
Joe Jefferson
Buesere
State Penitentiary
State Auditor
Buffalo
Henderson
N. K. Boswell
Otto Gramm
Mr. Boswell
Court House News
Charles Hansen
Horse Creek
Fullend
Edward VII
Les
Des Moines
Board of County Commissioners
John W. Lacey
W. F. Daiber & Bro
Depot Exchange
L. Kabis
Union Pacific
Andy E. Roedel
Telephone
West 17Th Street
Schwartz-Mills
Cheyenne Transfer Company
General Transfer
West Sixteenth Street
West Seventeenth Street
H. G. Enders
Robina
Deborah Hobing
Bchool
Leader
Lawrence Malloy
Bara BR Malloy
Adminiatratrix
Adminletretrix
Stockgrowers’ National Bank of Cheyenne
United States Depository
Henry G. Hay
J. C. Whipple
D. Freeborn
WM. L. Whipple
First National Bank
T. B. Hicks
G. E. Abbott
J. H. Loomis
Asst. Cashier
Wabash Screen
N. B
Cheyenne, Wyoming
Riner & Schnitger
Rock Springs
W. BE. Chaplin
Register
Marion Zinc Company
Notiee
Kent Black
Oid Company
Knight
WM. Dubois
AR. N. Matson
T. B. KenneDy
Matgon & Kennedy
Law
Roome
Carey Block
Clyde M. Watts
R. of P. Block
A. E. Roedel
Attorneys-at-Law
Union Mercantile
T. F. Burke
E. T. Clark
Burke & Clark
Delaware
Walter R. Stoll
A. van Oredel
Chas. W. Burdich van Orsdel
Burdick
Herman E. Wellnitz
Idelman Black
Gecret Societies
Cheyenne Lodue
Masonic Ball
Eace
John Roberts
W. Gill
Acadia Lodge
Masonic Ballecond
Cook
Chas
EK. Weeks
Secretar
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