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Newspaper

Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1912

Page

10

Rifle shoots of state off war 13 cause

Denver letters reveal the United States government will not host the regular national rifle match this year due to active Mexican border mobilization and troop movements. Colorado National Guard officers report Oliver states troops are needed at maneuver camps and station changes affect units including Wyoming militia guards.

Wyoming Denver Colo Plil United States Colorado National Guard C. A. Kelley Raubert Shaw Oliver National Association For the Oliver Philippines

Suit Seeks 80000 Damages and Receiver in Cody Case

A Park County district court suit filed by W L Walls for Hayden Lorentz Construction seeks nearly 50000 dollars with 25000 dollars in damages and requests appointment of a receiver. The action targets Clarks Fork Irrigation and F H Blodgett with claims connected to a 1930 contract and 1911 assignment.

Cody District Court of Park County W. L. Walls Hayden-Lorentz Construction Company Clarks Fork Irrigation Company F. H. Modgett George 5. Russell Henry A. Luce Blodgett Clarks Fork Company Hayden-Lorentz

Soldier Dies of Hurts in Cody Slaying Case

Private Frank Cunningham died Saturday from gunshot wounds inflicted Friday by Sergt. Clarence Britton after alleged insubordination. Cunningham died after transport from Yellowstone park to Cody. Corporal Frank Carroll recovered from his injuries. Capt. R C Fort of Fort Yellowstone assumed command. Britton will face a fair military trial.

Cody Frank Cunningham Clarence Britton Yellowstone Park Holm Lodge Wapiti Ranger Station Frank Carroll R. C Fort Yellow- Stone Soret Britton

To Open Gedo Coal Mines at Hudson

A rumor circulated in Lander that the Updyke Coal Company of Omaha has gained control of the Gebo coal claims at Hudson and plans extensive development soon.

Gedo Hudson Lander Updyke Coal Company of Omaha Gebo

Bank cashier narrowly escapes drowning after river crossing

Baggs April 2 Louis B. Maupin cashier of the First State Bank narrowly escaped death when a rotten ice floe gave way while crossing a river after crossing in the morning. He was rescued and taken to a farmhouse for dry clothing.

Baggs Louis_B. Maupin Flrst State Bank

State official inspects prison accounts in Rawlins

Little Statele reports state bank examiner C. Newlin is in Rawlins checking the accounts of the penitentiary warden. The news item also notes Buffalo Bill Cody warning Cody city officials that sewers must be installed or the Irma hotel will close. An infant of Lon Kennington of Fairview dies after eight days. Prof J A Hill, Wyoming wool expert, plans a tour of eastern mills. Wyoming National Guard Co 1 at Wheatland earns Governor Carey commendation. Chester Deving of New Hampshire underwent an operation in Denver. Mr Bovine owns a large ranch near Laramie.

L C. Newlin Rawling Buffalo Bill W. F. Cody Irma Cody Lon Kennington Fairview Gors East J. A. Hill University of Wyoming Laramie

City Water Ordinance Critiqued by Mayor Bresnahan

Mayor L Ry Bresnahen returns the water tax ordinance without approval, citing lax penalties for meter installation and collection, optional meters for large users, and impact on Cheyenne’s irrigation practices. He urges a targeted meter mandate for high water use while preserving residential lawn irrigation.

Cheyenne L. Ry. Bresnahen

Flooded Regions Urgently Fund Levee Strengthening

The House approved a bill allocating 950000 to fortify levees and dikes in flood districts along the Mississippi Missouri and Ohio rivers. The measure moved quickly to the Senate and then to the President for signature.

Mississippi Missouri Ohio House Senate

Important City Council Meeting Discusses Clean Up Plans

The council, chaired by Mayor Bresnaten with full attendance, received a petition from fifteen women’s clubs urging city cleaning and beautification, which was approved unanimously. The Water Meter bill veto was noted as Shingle moved to override. Banks were named as city depositaries and hydrants ordered for the new bank building. Cement contractors must bond at 1000 dollars and pay a 25 dollar license. Minors under 18 barred from pool billiard and bowling venues. Ash pits to be removed and a reservoir filter debated. Several committee reports were read.

Atarden Club Right and Power Company Higdrants Bresnaten Davidson D. A. Campbell Greeley Hydro-Electric Company David Nimmo Citizen's National First National Stock Growth Wyoming Savings Banks 18Th Carey Avenue Citizen's Bank

Parcels Post Sparks Senate Debate In Hearings

In Washington Bailey and Heyburn clashed over the parcels post. Bailey argued postal banks and a postal graph would elevate the post office to a community cornerstone. Heyburn warned the parcels post would ruin village life and leave people anonymous. The House then passed a bill creating a children's bureau in the commerce and labor department.

Washington D. C Bailey Texas Heyburn Idaho Senate Hitchcock HOUSE Washington, D. C Aff Department of Commerce and Labor

Supreme Court Sets Cases and Adjourns

The court heard BE Williams v Union Pacific, Williams injured in Cheyenne and suing for damages. Several cases were set for April hearings including Sodomie Emelle v Karl Spinner on the 23rd and Omaha-Wyoming Oil Co. v Charles W. Dean on the 24th. The court adjourned to meet again on the 13th of this month.

BE. Williams Union Pacific Supreme Court Williams Cheyenne Union Pacific Hospital Sodomie Emelle Karl Spinner Charles W. Dean Omaha-Wyoming Oil Company CO. K

Anniversary Welding Party for Mr and Mrs Welch

Mr and Mrs Welch celebrated their thirteenth anniversary with cocktails games and a luncheon served by the hostess and her daughter Iona Bess. Guests included Mr and Mrs Hague Mr and Mrs Atkins Mrs Bonestead Milas Hattie Lassen and Mr Ralph Welch. Washington recall proposal appears in Cheyenne State Leader noting a bill by Representative Taylor of Colorado to have federal judges recalled by popular vote.

Welch Iona Bess John Hague Guy Atkins Bonestead Milas Hattie Lassen Ralph Welch Washington, D. C House Representative Taylor Colorado

Thou Shalt Not Put Thy Arm Around a Girl to Keep Her Warm

A humorous list presented by George Damarel at Capitol Ave Theatre titled commandments for interactions with women. It parodies courting rules, including prohibitions on arming warmth, fortune telling, and kissing, with comic guidance and coded moral stipulations.

George Damarel Capitol Ave Club

End of English coal strike vote prompts cautious resumption

London April 2 balloting on ending the coal strike finished with official returns awaited. A likely minority favors resumption while the miners' federation requires a two thirds majority for any national strike. Over fifty thousand miners have already returned to work.

London Miners’ Federation

Relief Donations Amid War Hardship Mentioned

The text notes massive labor impact and a call to start mines if a decision fails. It credits King George, Queen Mary, and the Queen's mother with large contributions toward relief for widespread distress, indicating substantial support from royal figures.

George Mary Tia

Wires Down Battle Rages Amid Conflict Reports

Report from Jiminey Mexico describes a daytime battle with wires down and reinforcements arriving. A reported attack prompted additional troops, with the clash ongoing as of this afternoon and unclear details for tonight.

Jiminey Mexico Purral Campas

Mayor Vetoes Water Meter Bill Amid Council Tie Vote

City leaders clash over a proposed water meter ordinance as the mayor vetoes the bill while the council remains deadlocked. The measure would allow the water committee to install meters at a consumer’s expense after two violations, creating potential authority conflicts with the Water Commissioner.

A Good Time to Use Steam Roller

A Cheyenne citizen suggested to the Leader that now is a good time to use the steam roller on streets damaged by winter snows. Soft surfaces have been torn up by heavy wagons and automobiles, and a roller could level and firm the road, preparing for smoother travel.

Cheyenne Goring

Sweden Grants Women Right to Vote and Stand for Parliament

The Swedish government in parliament approved a bill extending parliamentary franchise to women under the same conditions as men. The measure allows women to vote and stand for election in Sweden.

Sweden Kholm

Pazo Ointment Promises Refund If Itches Persist

A druggist offers a money back guarantee if PAZO OINTMENT fails to cure itching. Claims rapid relief for blind, bleeding or protruding piles within six to fourteen days.

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