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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1912
Page
5
A series of 1912 political notices from Laramie county announces Democratic candidacy for sheriff assessor county commissioner school superintendent road supervisor and board of county commissioners member. Names include FRANK B. ROACH J Hansen Mamie Be Hefferon Corson W Slingerland Patrick Doody and W W McComas with primary date August 20.
Wilfrid O Leary seeks the Democratic nomination for County and Prosecuting Attorney in Laramie County with primaries set for August 20 1912 Thos R Reid aims for the Democratic nomination for County Commissioner for a four year term subject to the same primaries The notice calls voters to participate in the party selection process in Wyoming.
A candidate announces on the Democratic ticket for Assessor of Laramie County Wyoming subject to the August 20 primary. Also declared is a bid for County Clerk of Laramie County by RIOMARD A GRACE and others, with names and misprinted details reflecting campaign declarations prior to the primary.
Por County Clerk KB Ll Farrington of Wabert announces candidacy for county commissioner on the Republican ticket for a four year term subject to the August 20 primaries.
Local briefs describe Miller's watch repair shop pressuring for quality work at modest prices, a new baby born to Mr. and Mrs. Kaufhels, and a handmade trunk offered by The Only Vince. Reports cover a street fight, homestead inquiries, a new Elks electric sign, a surge of autos in Frontier, a land-office celebration, and a public drawhead delay. Also includes a health ad urging sunlight and Chamberlain's Tablets for daily vitality.
Frontier schedule lists seven tickets for a frontier event at an old Burlington rail yard. From 7 to 48 PM several entries indicate times for admission and related activities.
Lord Richard Burton performs with a gay band atop the Capitol Avenue Theater building tonight at 9:30. The event promises a unique rooftop showcase and audience seating nearby.
The excursion day drew thousands as trains from Denver and Intermediates arrived at Caprio Avenue station. Union Pacific and U S officials managed the crowds smoothly with bands and street parades, while dining rooms served patrons and seating filled quickly.
Blanche Bates visits Cheyenne as the guest of Mr. George Cree, noted writer for the Denver News. The famed actress, a leading figure in American stages, has spent the summer in Denver and headlines the current frontier production.
Complied telegraphic orders list Fleet Class Private Charles Bo Sweens of the Signal Corps and First Class Soldier John Riddell with duty transfers. Sweens returns to Fort Omaha Nebraska after completion of assignments dated August 15 1912 and June 20 1910. Riddell proceeds to Fort Maha Nebraska and reports to the commanding officer on arrival.
The Motorcycle Club of Kansas Touring drew large crowds as 100-plus members in khaki helmets gathered on Capitol Avenue in front of Frontier headquarters Friday afternoon. They rode to the Frontier grounds, checked the scene, and planned future legs toward Pouver Colorado Springs Pueblo Garden City and or Kansas back to their homes.
F H Wallace, vice president of the Northern Colorado Powar company, arrives from Denver with his moving picture apparatus to document Frontier Day activities. He plans to movie the city and nearby country to advertise the region, with a Cheyenne crew and a camera noted at Union Pacific station.
A group of Santa Fe railroad officials arrived in town on a special car Wednesday afternoon. They accompanied train No 4 and remained sidetracked until No 10 departed east in the evening. The visit aimed to see the famed Frontier show and inspect crops in the area.
J. O. Thornberry of Iowa, a well to do farmer, filed his entry on one half section of land in the Chugwater vicinity. He has investigated conditions and believes Wyoming land in that area will yield bumper crops under ordinary cultivation.
Clara A Ligier at 411 West 19th offers shampooing manicuring and artistic hairdressing services with phone contact 817 for appointments and inquiries.
Sherman Co introduces sun proof paints and wall coverings promising long lasting color and glare resistance for homes. Product line features durable exterior and interior finishes aimed at improving curb appeal and maintenance ease.
A traveler recalls arriving in Cheyenne and the Plains hotel scene, contrasting the up-to-date city lights with the rugged cow camps. He roots for the cowboys, outlaws a glare for society, and notes the forthcoming show centered on real Western people and cattle life.
Denver clairvoyant Prof Leonard advertises readings claiming power over control, friendships, wealth, and health. He cites personal letters of endorsement and photos with signatures as evidence and invites callers to connect for private, refined sessions.
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