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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1912
Page
13
A candidate announces pursuit of the Democratic nomination for sheriff in Laramie County ahead of the August 20 primary. The notice also names J. C. Hansen of Campstool as a candidate for the office of County Assessor, aligning with the view that a county officer should hail from within the county.
For county commissioner, a four year term nomination is sought in the primaries to be held on the 20th. The filing appears to target the party primary with candidacy debated among local voters and officials.
A series of announcements shows candidates seeking party nominations in Laramie County Wyoming. Names include Mamie Be Hefferon for Superintendent, Edw Peckham for Assessor, Geo H Truckey for Treasurer, Corson W Slingerland for Road Supervisor, W B McComas for County Commissioner, and Wilfrid O'Leary for Prosecuting Attorney, all subject to August 20 primaries.
Classified snippets show repair shops Miller and Co offering watch services at 1709 Garey Ave and a trunk maker at 316 West 16th Street New Notary Carey appoints M W Isherman as notary in Evanston A sale service at 321 Plains Hotel by Taylor Co reports property sales in 10 to 60 days Rain hits the city with usual afternoon showers Wilfrid O Leary recovering and running for county attorney Cabinet for the Wyoming silver service prepared for the battleship present event Torrington couple married in Cheyenne. Frank McAllister naval surgeon dies in California Rivetters near completion at Citizens Bank Building Cheyenne Business College closes for August with fall term starting September 4
The Wyoming State Farm Board urges farmers to prepare first class crop samples for display at state and county fairs and for sending to eastern and southern fairs. It notes bumper yields and good quality, and provides detailed instructions for making and labeling sheaf grain exhibits.
The Orpheum presents Vanity Pair for today only a Vitagraph feature with three reels. Film showcases vanity themed romance and laughs, drawing local crowds to the downtown theater in a single screening.
During examinations at Cheyenne Torrington and Wheatland on July 26 and 27 forty four teachers were tested. County superintendent Mamie E Hefferson oversaw the process listing numerous applicants from Cheyenne Burns Divide and Wheatland among others.
Governor Joseph M. Carey accepted invitation to the National Irrigation Congress in Salt Lake City from September 40 to October 3. He will present a talk on irrigation farming. Utah officials formed a five member committee to arrange the program with experts from across the country lectures on irrigation.
Dr. J. Conway reports July milk examinations in Cheyenne show milk in excellent condition far above average. Police secured samples covertly. all tested milk from local dairies met sanitary standards and no unsanitary dairies were found.
Mayor Eresnahen and family members will undertake a month long tour of major eastern cities. While he is away Calnnellman David Nimido, council president, will act as mayor during the absence.
The special bureau led by Prince Fushimi coordinating the imperial funeral arrangements met this morning. Tokyo mayor and citizens push to influence burial location but it is believed the site will be Maruyama palace at Kioto, built by Hideyoshi in the sixteenth century.
Miss Elvira Q Granstrom of Cheyenne died at her home 007 Enar Eleventh Street yesterday afternoon at 4 o clock. No funeral arrangements have been made. She is survived by her father John Granstrom a carpenter, her stepmother, and three sisters Mire Bollenn of Denver, Mrs Lewis of North Park Colorado, and Miss Ida Granstrom of Cheyenne.
The Albany Hotel unveiled its eight month construction blaze proof annex amid secrecy on July 1. Six hours after opening every room was filled with private baths priced 1.50 to 4.00. The annex offers superior furnishings designed by Dutton and features a Promenade and Complexion Garden. The Denver public has embraced the improvements as social functions for fall and winter prove popularity.
A fragment discusses that the biggest share is illusory and that some men are more adept at managing their temper than others, hinting at self restraint and perception. The tone resembles a reflective aside on pride and behavior rather than a full event report.
Bee Stevensoh hosts a rings of wits event advertised by telephone contact 665. The fragment suggests a local entertainment or game night with unclear details but identifies the organizer and contact method.
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