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Newspaper

Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1916

Page

16

Free Feed By Millionaire For Stampede Guests In New York

A lavish event at Motel Shelbourne Brightop Beach hosted by Harry Harkness celebrated Stampede attendees from the West. Cowgirls and cowboys stranded by failed prize payments were invited to the hotel for a cost free night. Subscriptions from Sheepshead Bay Speedway stockholders funded part of the prize money. A World reporter noted a painted Indians war dance in the grand barroom. Most guests departed after receiving partial prize money, with remaining performances scheduled at Sheepshead Bay.

Harry Harkness Shelbourne Brightop Beach New York Herald Sheepshead Bay Everard Thompson Sheepshead Bay Speedway Corporation New York

Two Prined by Phelan in Police Court

Pr P T Smith of Burns was fined 10 in police court for drunkenness after resisting arrest by Officer Peterson. Jesse Hardwick of Kimball Ned was fined 20 for carrying a gun when a telegram from his employer asked that he be released and returned to work. Miragean Here C E Malley of Chicago arrived in Cheyenne yesterday.

P. T. Smith Burns W. Q. Phelan Peterson Jesse Hardwick Kimball Ned

Brush Prepares for Cheyenne Visit in Strong Lineup

Brush faces the Indians in Cheyenne next Sunday after a 20–2 and 9–2 season split. Key stars Cummings Schmidt and a deep roster are set to test the hosts as fans expect top level baseball in a scheduled double date with Cubanolay and a potential Denver state champion club arriving if arranged.

Brush Colorado Denver Brosh Indians George Cummings George Schmidt Cheyeonne Theee Manton Osborne Warlaumont Hickey Fleet Brown Cronland Wolfe Cheyenne

Romania Enters War Rumor Spurs Regional Conflict

The report suggests Romania may join the war as attacks along the Struma line push forward. Demir Hissar and Saribaban sectors remain unheld by Entente forces, while Doirau Ciley well defenses near Saloniki show no strategic gain. Bulgarian and German air raids hit Kilkich and Yaouimes, with Greek casualties. French and British ministers press Premier Zaimis on Greece handling of displaced civilians in attacked districts.

Struma Demir-Hissar Saribaban Saloniki Doirau-Cileywell Kilkich Yaouimes Greece Zaimils Igna

Justifiable homicide ruling in Dillabaugh case announced

County Attorney D B Rose stated the verdict of the coroner finding the death of Laster Dillabaugh a sheep herder was justifiable. The shooter Edwin Hagges or William Hayes, 22, will not be prosecuted. Notary Jules Mulhernney was appointed as public notary.

Comradi Buppalo Edwin Hagges William Hayes Laster Dillabaugh D. B. Rose

Mother Injured When Son Tries to Avert Crash

Mrs. James J. Doyle of Denver was severely injured and possibly fatally hurt. Her husband suffered a broken leg and her 14 year old son had an injured leg when a Ford brakes failed on a hillslope near the Roswell ranch. The car rolled two or three times, throwing all occupants except a baby. They were brought to Laramie for treatment.

Laramie Wyo James J. Doyle Denver Roswell Ranch Doyle Mia

Rail executives push to decide after talks at Willard hotel

Appeals to Railroads reports a shift as railroad presidents prepare to enter detailed talks after a morning of formal discussions. Lewis W. Hill of Great Northern joined other chiefs at the Willard hotel, declining to comment until briefed by colleagues.

Ome Lewis W. Hill Great Northern Willard Hotel E. P. Ripley Santa Fe Jacob M. Dickinson Rock Island Ralph Peters Longland C. R. Grey Western Maryland L. E B. Johnson Norfolk & Western

Guard Will Remain

The article argues for continued militia service citing hardship risks but calling the emergency grave. It portrays the militia as a valuable support to the regular army and a national preparedness asset ready to deploy in war or other emergencies. Troops will return home once order is restored.

Honrath Family Injured In Ford Auto Wreck Near Wellington

John Honrath of East Twentieth Street was driving a new Ford when the car veered after striking a rock, rolled over twice, and five occupants were hurt three seriously. Honrath broke a shoulder and his son Philip 16 suffered a broken leg. his mother in law broke an arm and Mia Honrath, 12, was badly hurt. The group was taken to a local ranch, then to the city by rescue crews.

John Honrath East Twentieth Street Wellington Honrath Philip Mia William L. A. Spencer F. A Proctor Day Honrath@ sexton The Odd Fellows Cemetery

Cheyenne Stars Help Greeley Win in Colorado Tournament

Cheyenne catcher Menton and Chand ler, former Indians worker, led Greeley to an 8 to 2 victory over Montevista in Colorado's baseball tournament. Bob McCraw, University of Colorado star, opposed Chandler. It was Greeley’s second win after beating Longmont 8 to 1. Manion’s strong catching arm drew praise from the Denver Post.

Cheyenne Greeley Colorado Menton Chandler Indians Denver Post Manson

Last Solemn Rites for Late Edward Riddel

The funeral of Edward Riddel aged 74 who died Saturday night at the Private hospital was held yesterday at 2 o clock from Clyde Early chapel. George Winkle pastor officiated with interment in Lakeview cemetery. Pallbearers include Tom Castle A A Mahar Daniel Swan Dave Smith and J F Crowley G A R members. He came to Cheyenne from Miller Wyoming and is survived by his widow two sons and a daughter.

Edward Riddel Chapel of Clyde Nev George Winkle Thurch Lakeview Cemetery Tom Castle A. A. Mahar Daniel Swan Dave Smith J. F. Crowley

Thomas Scores Woman's Party Against Hughes Ties

Senator Charlee Thomas of Colorado accuses the Congressional Union for Woman Suffrage of backing the Hughes campaign to restore Republican power. He says the group helped Hughes endorse the Anthony amendment in opposition to the GOP platform. Senator Borah disputes Hughes strengthens the party at all.

Washington Charlee Thomas Colorado Congressional Union For Republican Party Union Hughes Borah Idaho

Captain Underwood Heads to Omaha for UP Depot Negotiations

Captain Underwood left Sunday for Omaha to confer with Union Pacific officers about the beautification of the UP depots on the union line. The expedition appears to be the preliminary step in completing the work.

A. A. Underwood Omaha Union Pacific U. F

Welsh and White Start Warmups in Colorado Springs

The Welsh White all star company opened training at the Temple theater in Colorado Springs as the Hundred Million Dollar club prepares for the world championship bout. White and Welsh practiced in the afternoon with White first and Welsh later, while the Chamber of Commerce coordinates lodging and transport for expected crowds and ticket sales surge.

Colorado Springs Temple Theater Hundred Million Dollar Club Terry McGovvern Palmer Af Walsh and White White Welsh Chamber of Commerce Colorado City Manitou Pike's Peak HM Farnsworth

Turn Down Matty's Offer for Zimmerman

Cincinnati report shows Manager Mathewson failing to trade for Zimmerman after Cubs Manager Tinker refused. Analysis notes western clubs lack trading material while seaboard teams hold surplus talent. Mentions Heinie Groh and Ripperman, with questionable batting around .340. Also reports Mark Chapman insurance settlement after F. L. Crabbe incident.

Cincinnati Zimmerman Mathewson Chicago Tinker Cubs Seaboard Saturn Zimmerman Mets Heinie Groh Groh Rimmerman

Prohibition Question Spurs Endorsements By Wets and Drys

Wets and drys in the county have issued legislative endorsements. The dry slate includes Hastle, Burns, Moore, Diamond for Senate and Mitchell, Natwick, Palmer, Powers, etc for the House. Republican slate lists Alli son, Powers, Colburn, Spillman, Kirk among others. The Wyoming Equity League has not endorsed a legislative ticket and declines to release full selections.

Prohibition Weta Drya Drys County Senate Alex Hastle Burns Lee Moore Diamond Democratic Horse A. B. Mitchell Pine Bluffs Oscar O. Natwick Wheatland Claude F. Palmer Republican Senate Archie Allison Cheyenne T. G. Powers Torrington Republican House J.underwood Iron Mountain Henry B. Colburn Fred L. Robinson A. G. Spillman Burna H. A. Kirk Lingle Harry B. Henderson Marion A. Kline Wyoming Equity League Prosecutton

World's Racing Record Broken at Cleveland

Cleveland August 21 Direwip 1 driven by Thomas W Murphy broke the world pacing record for 1 1 8 miles by time of 2 16 ¼ beating the old mark of 2 20.

Worlty Clevelas Cleveland Direw Thomas W. Murphy

Also Mentioned on This Page

E. S. Johnston Grocery Co Johnston’s O¢ Bebe Sheetshead Bay Phelan C. E. Malley Kalman Baur Kalman’s Goa Cummings Rumania Cheytane Notary Jules J Mulherney Wee Botary Publice Onevyenne Capt. Underwood Labor Day Matty Tosurance Mark Chapman F. IL Kelley Mercantile Co Lincoln Highway Capitol Ave Whetter Yan Kendrick United States Clark Center
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