Safety Train Exhibit Draws Thousands at Burlington Station
A government exhibit train opened at Burlington station drew an estimated 6000 visitors yesterday. Eleven cars showcased how federal agencies use science to improve mining safety land reclamation and coastal defense with motion pictures of troops on the Mexican border and Yellowstone. Union Pacific and Franklin K. Lane organized the event celebrated at a noon dinner with Cheyenne dignitaries.
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Ed Riley Held Responsible for Fatal Beating
A coroner's jury finds Ed Riley responsible for the death of Theodore P. Zouras proprietor of a shoe shining parlor at 1607 Capitol avenue. Zouras died after an assault in the restricted district near 918 West Eighteenth street. The verdict cites a blow to the head as the cause of death and names Riley as the assailant.
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St. John's Hospital
Ed Riley
Thin City
Clyde
Charles F. Mallin
Harry Klingman
Carl Gyrling
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Riley
Mattie Allen
West Eighteenth Street
Bshon
Co. I
National Guard
L. H. Felck
Mattie Alled
Folck
Shows Letter in Reply to Hughes Soils Charges
Acting Secretary Sweet of the commerce department publicized a letter from Pittman to Redfield denying that Dr H Tittman retired as head of the coastal geodetic survey for political reasons. A flood alert followed as the Pecos river stood nineteen feet above normal threatening 100 square miles from the New Mexico line to Grand Falls.
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Hughes Soils
Washington
Sweet
Commerce Department
Charles BK. Hughes
H. Tittman
Redfield
Pittman Ankiing
Austin
Tex
Pecov River
New Mexico State Line
Grend Falls
Glen A. Gray
Federal Bureau of Water Resources
State Board of Water Engineers
Score Injured When Blast Wrecks a Car
In Chicago Australia early today a double explosion caused by short circuits wrecked a Halsted street car. A score of people were injured with four likely fatally. Windows smashed, guards bent, woodwork afire, and passengers rushed for exits. Motorman Arthur J Heyden fought to reach the brakes and stop the car as the crowd surged.
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Aus
Arthur J Heyden
Death Toll Rises From West Virginia Floods
Sixty six people die and ten thousand become homeless after cloudbursts in Cabin Creek devastate four hundred square miles. The flood, which began early Wednesday, swept sixteen miles and destroyed houses as residents fled. Governor Hatfield calls in two more companies as recovery grows.
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Colby Backs Wilson After Roosevelt Support
New York progressive Colby, who nominated Theodore Roosevelt at the Chicago convention, declares support for President Wilson’s reelection. He argues opposition comes from energetic republican elements and warns that if Hughes wins, the “old guard” would derail him just as they did as governor.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Chicago
Wilson
Colby
Chas ‘Hughes
Rider Killed by Train in Palisade Theft Case
George Lawrence aged 25 of New York died when he was struck by a Colorado Midland freight train at Palisade twelve miles east of Grand Junction while attempting to ride the train. A warrant is issued for Conductor Harley to face autopsy proceedings.
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George Lawrence
New York
Colorado Midland Railroad
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Here
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Jimmy Whalen Sent to Muskegon in Pro Shuffle
Denver Aug. 10 Jimmy Whalen former Cheyenne Indian star and last season with the Bears was released by Evansville after a disagreement with management. Mrs Wegon took him and was glad to get him. Whalen did not have much trouble catching on with Muskegon.
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Jimmy Whalen
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Wegon
Russians and Italians Close In On Teutons On Two Fronts
Chicago dispatch reports Senator Walsh of Montena western manager for the democratic headquarters will travel to Washington to confer with Vance McCormick national chairman about changing plans for the democratic campaign.
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Vance McCormick
Weather Woes Hit Somme Actions. Italians Advance on Isonzo Front
British French operations in the western theater are hampered by bad weather, while Italian forces gain ground against Austria on the Isonzo, crossing the river east of Gorizia and taking positions southwest of the city. Reports say 4,000 Italians were captured. Russians push west in Stavislay, and fighting continues in Armenia between Turks and Russians. An Austrian air raid hits Venice with fires.
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von Mothmer
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Lahester
Males
Hopkins Reports Wyoming Thriving After State Trip
State Land Commissioner Hopkins praises Wyoming's boom after touring central and western areas. He notes Wheatland's thriving business and brick blocks, Casper's activity, Thermopolis' springs drawing visitors, Wind River project interest, and growth in cities like Shoshoni and Keeline with new irrigation and oil prospects. The overall message highlights widespread development and optimism across the state.
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Thermopolis
Nicholson Leads Carlson in Colorado Assembly Nomination
Denver August 10 The Republican state assembly designated Gov. George A Carlson and Samuel D Nicholson as gubernatorial nominees for the September primaries. Vote totals Nicholson 446 Carlson 141.
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Carlson
Colorado
Denver
Republican Estate Assembly
George A. Carlson
Samuel D. Nicholson
Deadlock in railroad wage talks tests Wilson intervention
Negotiations between four railroad brotherhoods and employers stall with a deadlock. Federal mediator Martin Knapp and officials indicate talks may resume soon, with President Wilson likely to become involved if progress remains blocked. The mediation board planned a second conference with managers and a follow up with union leaders.
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Martin Knapp
Federal Mediation Board
Wilson
United States Board of Mediation
A. B. Garrewaon
Conductors’ Brotherhood
Brotherhoods
Canadians Find Tragic Scene After Drive
Canadian troops encountered a grim scene during a relief push along the line. Dugout No 54 was occupied by German soldiers. some surrendered, most were killed, and a soldier lay under rain by his doorway as the bombardment continued nearby.
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Land Office Records and City Officials Involved in Water Town Case
Fragments describe land office actions in Watertown and alleged city official involvement. The notice references a $14 000 amount and an arrest context tied to a street and boulevard area with Watertown officials listed.
Woman's Party Deliberates Policy Position in Texas
A splintering Texas Woman's Party faces indecision as leaders weigh options ahead of a vote. Susie Teaver is cited among the speakers while general sentiment remains unsettled and the party contemplates its stance on the forthcoming issue.
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Woman’s Party
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