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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1902
Page
1
General Terres leads Mexican troops along the border in pursuit of Yaquis outrages. The Yaquis are reported willing to fight and are accused of burning and killing Mexican property while remaining allied to American interests. Senora state is described as in turmoil.
Forty inmates at the Jefferson City shoe factory shouted rotten meat at guards yesterday. After officials promised wholesome meat after Monday the disturbance ceased. A Kansas City packer supplies penitentiary meat at four cents per pound.
In Plattsmartieburg on May 3 the governor said Boers want six times England's offer and delegates enjoy England's expense, causing delay in negotiations. Vreeland & Gregory, 1617 Ferguson street, offer a full line of summer underwear for inspection.
Denver reports the Otero Suburban Light Power and Traction company seeks incorporation for one million to light and connect many small towns in the sugar beet district and watermelon lands by a railroad. The plan aims to light each town for fifty years, but incorporation may be refused amid adverse attorney general opinions.
A May 31 report from Fort Worth estimates hailstorm west of the city caused about 100000 dollars in damage. The storm was so intense it reportedly killed nettle weeds over the affected area.
Governor Taft is confined to bed in Rome with tonsillitis and will defer meetings with papal authorities until Monday. In Salt Lake City, Ralph McInerny and Anthony Boylan, miners, were killed at the Golden Gate mill when ore chute collapse caused suffocation during ore cleaning.
Boston May 31 Major Bertholet of the French Rochambeau commission slipped in the navy yard and broke his right leg while accompanying Admiral Fournier on an official call to Admiral Johnson.
Dallas reports the Red River flood rising above Denison, with banks overflowed and residents moving to higher ground. A Vernon Pecos river bridge costing 50 000 dollars washed away, delaying all Panhandle trains. In Salt Lake City, N E Graves killed his wife with two head shots and then killed himself, offering no known motive.
Consul Ayme asks to be relieved at Fort de France due to the terrible strain of recent weeks. In Grand Rapids Michigan a furniture manufacturers meeting nearly decides against joining the proposed furniture pool, aiming to prevent its formation.
London reports Field Marshal Wolseley unveiled a memorial tablet to Archibald Forbes, famed war correspondent. In Poughkeepsie a tiger on a circus train escaped a wagon den, caused a deadly clash with horses, and was killed after being mangled under a horse.
In Chicago on May 31 a collision occurred between Packers’ Association workers and striking meat teamsters. The unions remain unreconciled, risking widespread meat shortages as stores close and hotels fear coal and ice supplies may be cut off. About 150 department store workers walked out over union delegate access.
An investigation from Kansas City on May 21 finds only sand wagon drivers locally organized. Omaha on May 31 reports a strong local packers union but no sympathy strike, and St Joseph notes a dim prospect of packing house teams striking to aid Chicago colleagues.
Kansas City May 31 Warnekes Bakery, seeking an injunction from a federal court against striking bakers who picket their store, announces it has incorporated in Colorado and will use automatic phonographs to record statements amid the labor dispute.
Wilkesbarre May 31 President Mitchell returned and said talk of peace between strikers and anthracite operators was groundless. He noted the national convention will decide if the bituminous miners should strike and action cannot be forecast.
Berlin reports that diplomatic quarters believe peace in South Africa has been definitely settled. May 31 dispatch notes Berlin optimism and a concluding settlement in the dispute.
By presidential directive Secretary Root reduced the U S Army by ten thousand men. In London, May 1 Hon Michael Henry Herbert expected to become the next British ambassador to the United States succeeding the late Lord Pauncefote.
Washington May 31 Hoar and Spooner clashed in a heated Philippine debate this afternoon sparking sharp exchanges and political tension on the senate floor.
Foxhall Keane and the American Polo team defeated Britain 2 to 1 before a large crowd in London. The Philadelphia Press notes a lively exchange about a piano student and union talk with Mrs. Nexdore and Mr. Peppery, ending with a humorous line about what a leader wants.
Washington notes say the Senate will vote on the Philippine bill Tuesday afternoon and pass it. The Isthmian canal bill will be taken up afterward with debate to week’s end. Cuban reciprocity report to be presented by Wednesday. House to take up anti anarch y Pacific cable and irrigation measures next week. Adjournment by June 6 expected by leading senators.
Denver May 21 The labor convention adjourned with no report on Boyce annual report and resignation The speeches urged reaffiliation with Gompers factions W F of M and AFL The committee will report Monday The plan is to run Boyce for Colorado governor on a socialist ticket and align with the national socialist body.
Colonel Wagner testifies before the senate committee that General Bell is brave and humane and dislikes causing suffering. He explains the reconcentrado policy was adopted as a duty to protect friendly natives and as a military right to withhold sustenance from the enemy.
The canvass for Cheyenne's new city directory is nearly finished and will go to printers next week. The system ensures accuracy and inclusion of all citizens' names. Those seeking an up to date directory should order from the agent, who will call in coming days. Over one hundred advance orders have been placed.
Chairman M. P. Keefe and a Leader observer toured city lakes showing Minnehaha water level at eight year high and ample supply for summer. Water flows remain, with another foot to transfer. ditches irrigate cemetery and Maxwell Street trees, returning unused water to Sloan's and Minnehaha. Trees along the boulevard and Ferguson streets flourish, beautification efforts proving valuable.
State Treasurer Abbott and Auditor Grant visited Evanston to inspect the new wing of the Insane asylum added to the building. The addition cost about 25,000 dollars, with R W Bradley winning a 20,000 dollar contract for construction and Cathey and Dumbeck handling the plumbing for around 5,000 dollars. The completed wing increases capacity and finalizes the facility.
New York Governor Odell and Senator Ellsworth arrived in Cheyenne yesterday at 11 o clock on a special train. They were greeted by Governor Richards and taken on a carriage ride to Fort Russell and around the city. Odell praised Cheyenne’s neat appearance and enjoyed lunch before continuing eastward.
Articles of incorporation were filed today for the Montana Thunder Mountain Mining Milling and Smelting Company with £ 20,000 capital and for the Mendota Houlder O 1 Company with £ 15,000 capital.
J. A. Hood was brought into court this morning on an assault charge and T. B. Kennedy was appointed to defend him. Hood will be arraigned and plead on Monday.
At the building and loan association meeting on Thursday night two bids were made for the money on hand worth 2000 dollars and it was sold to Attorney Dr. W. Elliott at a premium of twenty percent. Elliott has started construction of an eight room residence on House street between eighteenth and nineteenth streets.
After resolving disputes between the machinists and the railroad company a satisfactory arrangement is in place. Construction of the new $60,000 employees' club house will begin soon, with delays due only to earlier uncertainty now cleared away.
Rev. C. Davis arrives home from the Baptist national meetings and plans a morning address. In the evening he will preach on Manhood's Problems.
Citizens praised the city cemetery for its attractive appearance and the early improvements, noting the work well begun. They suggested more tree planting, especially on the north side, to enhance the grounds further.
Local readers are urged to visit the Wyoming Dental Company for watinfactory services. Subscribe to The Leader to receive ongoing news and updates from the community paper.
The Cheyenne residents Edgar J McConnell and Katherine C Lavelle received a marriage license today. A prospective marriage was refused to a young man under age until parental consent is obtained, Woodmen of World. Last day to pay dues noted by clerk Thos Longhurst.
C F Cowhick returns from Chicago. E K Allen home from eastern trip. Judge W C Bramel from Laramie. A D Adamson in city from Kia ranch. Mr and Mrs F N Sheik head north to Wheatland. Superintendent W L Park back from inspection trip. Mrs George E Albott home from Pavifle coast visit. Mrs BE Bartlett returns to Salt Lake after a vial. General J C Thompson from Denver visiting family. RD Dalber back from Leadville. John W Hay of Roe Springs after Denver trip. Howard Snyder and Romer Inder wool return from Boulder for schooling. Miss Jennie Thompson and H Thompson travel to Casper to visit Mrs John Grelve. Mrs D Thompson and daughters visit from Denver. Mrs D O C Roger leaves for Salt Lake to lead a class in elocution. W H Butler family moves to Denver. Butler becomes Denver office manager of Western Union Telegraph Co.
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