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Newspaper

Cheyenne Daily Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1909

Page

4

Mail thief sought in Wyoming bank note case after pouch robbery

Post office inspectors seek suspects who circulated unsigned bank notes and stamps from a registered pouch stolen from a train between Green River and Bryan Wyoming on April 18. A man described as a Jew around 40 to 45 years old, 5 8 or 9, may be involved, possibly with a fake beard. Notices ask detaining any stranger seen with the notes and stamps and notifying authorities.

Allli Am Green River Bryan Wyoming Erie Colo Post Office First National Bank of Palo Alto Cal Treasury San Jose Portersville

John Harrington Offers Apron Stits and Fancy Glors

Local ad announces sale items including aprings, fancy colors and blue serge at John Harrington's store.

John Harrington

Personal greetings dot Cheyenne as travelers drop in

Jon D. Wright returns from a trip north. D. C. Nowlin state game warden visits the city. W. W. Mooney from Riverton and A. J. Wharft of Union Pacific travel to Nebraska and Denver for business. Pete Smith of Federal Lands sees Luther. George Gilland visits Denver relatives. Jack Farrell of Sheridan in Cheyenne with friends. Attorney Colburn from Luther with no land office meetings. Mrs. W. B. Dunton visits city parents. J. McGee and wife registered at local hotels. Mrs. W. T. Lee returns from the south via her parents. Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Buechner leave for Topeka. M. H. Hartong back from extended trip to town and eastern points. H. F. Hodgin of Wheatland transacts business. Mr. and Mrs. Charles S. Wilson shop in Pine Bluffs area. R. Grier of Saute Lumber visits on business. M. C. Brown in city for business and friends. Cr. H. W. Simmons of Golden Prairie buys implements for hill farm north of Hilladale.

Jon D. Wright D. C. Nowlin W. Bleth Casper W. W. Mooney Riverton George Gilland Denver Jack Farrell Sheridan Cheyenne Attorney Colburn Luther Ineas Land Office W. B. Dunton Hock Spring Judge Potter J. McGee Grannett W. T. Lee Lee H. B. Buechner Topeka Kans M. H. Hartong Towa H. FE. Hodgin Wheatland Charles 5. Wilson Pine Bluffs Eigen R. Grier Saute Lumber and Supply Co M.C. Brown Laramie Cr. HW. Simmons Golden Prairie Hilladale

Tie vote triggers new election in Falcon Colorado

In Falcon Colorado a second selection next Monday will be held after a tie vote in the recent election. A dispute over the vote of Miss Mable Beard led to a fist fight between her father and a man named Green, resulting in fines in the justice court yesterday.

Falcon Colo Mable Beard Green Furwtier Court

Richards Returns From Wyoming Tour Predictions

Tax Commissioner W A Richards returns from an extended Wyoming tour visiting every county. He reports the new tax law working favorably and expects state assessed valuation to rise two to three times over last year. He met with county assessors, commissioners, and town boards to explain the law’s provisions.

W. A. Rocharids Wyoming Richard

Wounded Greek Under X Ray Treatment Here

Chrig Arhontis, a Greek shot twice last week at Hartville by Harry Currie, lies in St John’s hospital. Doctors plan X ray imaging to locate a missing bullet and may operate to remove it soon to avoid complications and aid recovery.

L. P. Desmond Chrig Arhontis Hartville Harry Currie St. John's Hospital Arhontis Desmond

Kimball's Friends Steal Casper Meeting and Renominate Mayor

May 7 Casper crowd defied printed calls by Alex T Butler and others to oppose Mayor Kimball and aldermen Wood Hicat. A large gathering took control, renominating Kimball unanimously and nominating David Kidd to succeed Frank Wood and Dr. Morgan to succeed Hiowland. Officials expect election with no opposition next Tuesday. New spring suits for boys at John Harrington's.

Kimball Casper Thorsdey Alex T. Butler Nim Wood Hicat David Kidd Frank Wood Capitol Hill Dr. Morgan Hiowland Park Addition

Long Married Now Separated After Jealous Husband

Mrs Annie E Hakes sues for divorce from William J Hakes after 1883 marriage in Freckfort Indiana. She cites insane jealousy and unfounded infidelity accusations, vile language, and attacks. She seeks custody of her 20 year old daughter, alimony, and attorney fees while noting five children total with three surviving.

Annie E. Hakes William J. Hakes Fredckfort Indiana

Alleged Incident Involving Two Girls and Men Leads to Charges

Police and prosecutors report an alleged incident involving two young women, Misa Bolin and Tom Gibson, with Daniel Purdy and John Murphy charged. The girls were taken to the station after their mother requested police aid, and statements implicated several young men. The case centers on an intimate letter and a reported incident charge.

Daniel P. Purdy Misa Bolin Tom Gibson John Murphy Daniel Purdy Gibson

Mortimer St. John Civil War Veteran Dies in Cheyenne

Mortimer St. John longtime Cheyenne resident and Civil War veteran dies at his home 514 West Twenty-fifth street. Born 1845 in Palnasville Ohio he enlisted in 125th Ohio Infantry at 16 and served bravely. Funeral from his residence at 2 pm with G A R post members attending. Interment Lake View Cemetery.

Mortimer ST. John Cheyenne West Twenty-fifth Streets Jas An Jones Mortimer 8 John Palnaville Ohio 125Th Ohio Volunteer Infantry St. John Twentyellehy Street

Berkeley looks to household economy course after surge of engagements

In Berkeley California May 7 the university faculty responds to a spike in ten student engagements by adding a summer session course in household economy. This follows past incidents of secret marriages and President Wheeler’s guidance against premarital unions until men earn wages.

Tr T California Berkeley Cal University of California Institutum Benjamin Ide Wheeler

Girl Missing Since Christmas Found in New Jersey

A three year old girl from Brooklyn who vanished Christmas Day with Walter McGreat was located in Trenton New Jersey. Police issued a warrant for McGean charging abduction, while the girl nears adulthood turning 18 Monday. The case ends with reunions as Drew’s mother expresses joy.

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