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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1910
Page
9
Enthusiastic crowds greet the former president as he travels toward Cheyenne. The event centers on a Square Deal for all, reflecting broad public interest in his advocacy during a busy itinerary.
The Chicago stop sees Colonel Roosevelt greeted by cheering crowds as he travels toward Cheyenne and Denver. He repeats his white collar platform promising a square deal for all, stressing accountability for both corporations and the poor.
Denver's population is listed as 243 881, up from 188 859 ten years earlier. The rise, about 79 52 or 69.4 percent, exceeds forecasts by the chamber of commerce and city officials as census workers finalize counts. If statewide growth mirrors Denver and Pueblo, Colorado may gain another congressman per Senator Hughes.
In Durand Michigan last night the Montreal Express rear section crashed into the front near Durand three miles away. Six are dead, eight seriously hurt, and estimates of additional fatalities range from six to twelve. Eighteen were sleeping in the rear car. those in the front section tried to repair air brakes before the crash and fire. Many victims burned. only four identified among the unknown dead.
Reports from St Joseph and Big Creek indicate more than 200 people killed in Idaho forest fires after hurricanes. Workers say 30 Italians perished near Big Creek with Austrian and American laborers also dead. Many bodies found, Halm party missing, fires slowing as crews search, toll over 20 million dollars in timber loss.
Grand Junction Colorado reports an eight week racing circuit forming for the Western Slope. Participating locales include Grand Junction Montrose Delta Glenwood Springs Canon City and Ogden Utah. The circuit aims to secure good events for the fall season.
Two young women described as daughters of rich Northwest mine promoters were detained in Pittsburg central police after being stopped in a store for stealing wallets. Anna McLaughlin and Hilda Cornell claimed Alaska and Seattle roots and recent work with a traveling carnival as their latest employment.
Washington reports no government pensions for widows and children of men who died fighting northwest forest fires unless Congress passes new law. Forest Service official says no existing funds or programs will cover the deaths and that veterans status does not apply to the fallen.
Police in New Orleans report a grave crisis as they contend a man killing spree is being carried out by a group of disappointed girls. The case follows the acquittal of a notable figure and hints at further high profile legal moves in a city shaken by sensational crime and scandal.
Frank LeMaster, a produce merchant, was arrested in Denver on charges of defrauding Kansas millers of twenty thousand dollars or more. A scorned woman, Edith Hoffman, identified him after he called the house, leading police to arrest him upon his return after a long absence.
Thousands cheered as daring cowboys battled rough stock in a world championship rodeo. Verte Elliott led early but fell hard from Rocking Chair, quickly helped by an army hospital squad and an ambulance. Bill Wallace and Miller Kid delivered the toughest rides, while others like Dick Stanley and Ned McNurren held on amid chaotic chases and challenging mounts.
In Denver a 49-year-old man, William Rubenstein, is shot by his wife Rose, 34, in their home at 1311 Twenty-fifth Street. The husband dies at a county hospital after three shots struck him in the breast, right side, and back. The couple’s four children witnessed the shooting, the youngest an eight‑month‑old, with the older youngsters clinging to their mother as she fired.
Mrs. China Cowin Cudahy, former wife of John P. Cudahy, departs Chicago for Kansas City after leaving four children with grandparents in Chicago. She says she seeks no matrimony or further complications, and will join her husband Jack Cudahy later as the children travel to Mackinac with relatives.
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