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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1910
Page
4
A fragment from a Wyoming newspaper discusses Frontier Days transportation woes, park funding, and public shows, plus political maneuvering for the Third Judicial district and state convention influence. It notes Theodore Roosevelt comparisons, school water needs, and calls for park cost cuts while mentioning local candidates Mullen Winter and A J Vance.
Citizens committee of five organized the Frontier Days show just closed in Cheyenne Wyoming and attracted the greatest crowd ever seen. The 1910 event featured high quality entertainment, smooth execution, and lively performances by local talent including Stone, Rage Boy, Clark and Davidson, earning praise for their energy and leadership.
A fragmented reflection on tedious tasks and choices, with hints of social or personal irritations. The text contemplates what to do and notes feelings of overwhelm and preference for action over indecision.
The Salt Lake Herald reports Colonel Theodore Roosevelt’s city visit marked by a guarded stay at his hotel. Italian residents presented a burned-sheep-skin coat of arms as thanks for quake aid, while Roosevelt was attended by bodyguard J. H. Rees and met aides including Secretary Garfield and Homer Davenport.
Population figures show Saginaw Michigan at 60610 up 8165 or 19.3 percent since 1900. In Des Moines unknown men attempted a robbery on a southbound Iowa Central train near Northwood. Rumors claim Northern Pacific may buy Chicago Great Western with transfer planned Sept. 1. Flora L. Dotger of South Orange New Jersey dies and leaves about 1 million to Tuskegee Institute. Bill Frazer, four, named youngest rancher in Black Hills after deed to ranch in his name. In Rochford Cliff Dwellers, workers plan timbering and masonry to preserve ancient ruins near Mancoa, with government help.
In a crowded parade the fire department led the display with a Deadwood stage and a paired buffalo hitch, while Governor Brooks General Smith Senator Warren and others watched from the stand. Two moving picture outfits captured the scene as Japan and Italy greeted visitors.
Wallace's Buck akin Joe fails to mount for the final ride as Scoville dominates the day. McKinley and James McDonnell place high in the main bucking event while McNarlen and other riders prize on Dead Hye Dick and Hot Shot. The amateur contest crowns John Rick on Ginn Fizz with top performances from Fred Dodge and Guy Brown.
A fragmented item touts shoes with TEXAS BOOURED OAK LEATHERH soles and heels, claiming five world’s fair awards. It mentions men’s and ladies sewn soles, hand secret cover and heels, and expert craftsmanship in a vintage ad-like style.
Colonel Roosevelt attends a park event with Senator Warren and Borah. The program features rough riding contests, broncho busting, roping, bucking, and various Native American horse and pony races. Gracious greetings and press stand address mark a festive, sports-filled afternoon in Omaha.
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