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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1917
Page
9
In Rok Springs seven youths reportedly wrecked a Kent residence causing about 400 dollars in property damage plus 590 dollars in furniture and clothing losses. A confession led to recovery of some items. state authorities expect further action as parents face questions.
The Wyoming Supreme Court upheld a district court ruling ordering Dig Horn County to receive back taxes from Park County with eight percent interest. Park County had appealed, affecting funds tied to road and bridge work and other expenditures. The decision, expected to set a precedent, will release funds to Hot Springs and Washakie counties and Big Horn County, totaling about $50.00 plus further warrants.
Riverton merchants support road improvements linking Dubois road to Povilnn, Mettler, and Black Mountain area. They argue only local funds can finance the project, while other groups resist contributing. Elements describe a proposed plan and local opposition to a joint funding effort.
Eyrop area celebration turned serious as youths drank heavily and fired dynamite causing property damage. Shots struck near Meabop Thomas residence breaking a fence and window lights, another near W J Simmons home tearing a ditch, and a bridge on Main Street was destroyed. Mrs Simmons is in delicate condition from the blast and Mayor NeVille intervened at the scene.
At a special shareholders meeting in Lowell on July 11 the Lovell Canal Co. authorized the board to borrow 50000 dollars to strengthen and expand the canal. Surveyors are weighing costs, specifications will be prepared, bids invited, and work to reduce long flumes and improve water handling will begin promptly.
Torio July 30 Japanese destroyers in the Mediterranean, escorting convoys for British transports, reported sinking an attacked submarine in a wartime announcement.
Walter Burgo about 55 was found at the Union Pacific stock yards with throat cut and remains in a decomposed state. Coroner BE W Johnson held an investigation and plans burial in the city cemetery. He was missed last Wednesday and had been lodging at the Great Western Plate Glues works area. He had a son and daughter in Montpelier and friends recall no suicide talk. Nurses reportedly tried to prevent an early finding.
Sheridan July 31 After burning about 120 acres along Tongue river canyon the fire has been extinguished or brought under control. Assistant Superintendent Stockwell with 18 firefighters will stay until all danger of a flare up passes. Campers are welcome but urged to exercise extreme care to protect property and forests.
In Basin, July St. One man, W. F. Cowgill, collapsed while pumping a tire and died three hours later after being found unresponsive. Local doctor Dr. Chester Harris tried to save him as neighbors transported him home. Cowgill, a prominent Burlington merchant, died shortly before medical help arrived.
A man with permission to guard a building reportedly locked the door from the outside on Wednesday and entered through a window to the attic, later cutting his throat on the office floor. Mica stock yards workers searched for him, thinking he might be resting uptown.
Warwick M Downing of Denver discusses oil leasing politics in Wyoming. He cites Senator Kendrick’s influence and opposes Senate Bill No. 45, contending it harms existing oil locations and limits investors while urging Casper residents to convey their wishes to Kendrick for possible amendments. He notes the bill’s potential passage timing and outlines Kendrick’s proposed safeguards for locators and withdrawals.
A fragmented editorial urges readers to agree on amendments and gain broad support. It calls for aligning with the public sentiment and then consulting Wyoming senators to determine needed assistance.
The report notes a boy named Jack Ward two years old from Ward Boice Company area who volunteers as a mascot for the military effort. Special gear is prepared so he can accompany the unit to the front as a mascot bulldog.
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