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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1910
Page
8
Cheyenne Indians defeated Colorado Springs by 4 to 3 with timely hitting and strong defense. Hendrix pitched well and Lan’s home run highlighted the contest. The series includes games at Cheyenne and upcoming matchups with Greeley and Trinidad into August 22.
Denver reports Ug2ze an Indian wrestler who defeated Dr. Roller in London last week will come to the United States this winter as a challenger to Frank Gotch for the world championship. Though lighter at 196 pounds he shows great strength and speed, and has toppled European stars such as Roller.
New York city action by Acting Mayor Joan Mitchell cancels the ten round bout between Al Kaufman and Bill Lang scheduled for Adatratin tonight.
New York reports veteran James RB Keene may retire from racing and dispose of most interests. He hints selling Castle Stud in Kentucky amid a downturn in success and mentions a possible move after legislative changes. Winnings have fluctuated, with last year around $60,000 and peak totals near $197,000 in 1907.
Denver readers will view the Jeffres Johnson fight pictures starting Saturday at the Tabor Grand teaser. Films will run daily in the afternoon and evening at popular prices, with showings continuing after arrival to Denver. Viewers report the pictures are clear and the knockout scene is plainly shown.
Ada Padin tin, 15, of Bala Illinois, reportedly threw a league baseball 187 feet in a baseball game in Iowa City on August 16. She aimed to break Myrtie McCarrell of Oak Park Illinois, who allegedly set the world mark in July. When 180 feet were reached,
The first annual registered trap shoot of the Sterling Gun Club took place in Sterling Colorado with thirty entries. Top scores included Searles 192, Henslers 189, Alderson 186, Burnham 189, and Metager 182 among others.
Reported games involve Denver Omaha Wichita Sioux City and Lincoln Topeka with rain causing a fifth inning stoppage and postponements. Batters listed include Rowan McLean Clark Moren Schettler Slaughter Moran Habattana Phelps Frock Evans Grahan Willis Bachman Phelps Rariden Adams Gibson Ames Schilei and others.
In a closely fought MLB tilt, Detroit defeats Washington as Donovan Groome Otey and Alnsmith contribute for the winners while Quinn Sweeney and Olmetead Young White Sulli van pace the effort for Washington.
In San Francisco on August 16 the Chronicle concedes Hiram Johnson, insurgent Republican, won the California gubernatorial nomination in today’s primaries as results come in. The report notes visitors in Cheyenne at midnight for ongoing events.
A Talbot residence was ransacked by an unknown intruder who entered through a window and searched desks and rooms. Sheriff Hawkes investigated footprints and noted a bold daytime intrusion aided by foliage masking the view from the sidewalk. Neighboring residents and Mrs. Talbot recall prior attempts on Sundays and Mondays, with two suspicious men seen nearby.
Mrs Talbot, widow since her husband’s death, remains alone at home but neighbors plan to provide night guards and daytime protection while she is away. Last night no items appeared to be stolen and she believes important papers are safely held in a local bank.
Circulating rumors about the Pole Mountain robbery clash with official statements. Charles King, a civil service clerk arrested in connection with the theft, faces conflicting reports of a confession and of $2,600 in gold reportedly found sewn in his clothing.
Danny Codmean of Chicago built an early lead before Kid Farmer of Padmia tees off with wild swings. Codmean was knocked down twice and nearly went through the ropes before the bell saved him. In the third round the referee stopped the bout after another knockdown.
Omaha returns at midnight indicated Republican insurgent Judge A. Button won the nomination for the Second District. Pauls at Sherman County also noted. Mayor Gaynor in New York reported resting quietly after a calm day. Forest service reports show fires set by workers. agents seek to implicate gangs as heavy rain eases danger in northwestern Washington.
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