Campaign celebration commends participants and prize winners
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
13
Prize Winners in the Cheyenne State Leader Sale
A list of prize winners from the Cheyenne Leader campaign shows A. B. Johns of Wellington with 14,961,750 credits and Eugene Wee Runsch of Big Piney with 8,967,000 credits. Other top names include Wm. J. Hayes of Rawlins, Miss Pearl Arthur of Wheatland, and Miss Vienna Daywood of Potter Nebraska, with various credit totals and listed prizes. Extra prize winners cover districts 1 through 8 with multiple credits tallies and cars and items awarded. The notice is dated December 5, 1919, and states the records were examined.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Johns
Wellington
Vaetées
Eugene Wee
Runsch
Big Piney
Wyo
Overland
Hamilton Piano District
Vienna Daywood
Potter
Neb
C. J. Thomas
Cheyenne
S.giffiord Talbot
Thermopolis
Ches Hammond
Iron la Riviere
Morrill
Douglas
Ethyl Bishop
Shacosi
Carpentier Beats Beckett In London Bout
The match saw Carpentier land sustained lefts while Beckett showed nerves. A sharp English breakaway left Carpentier with a decisive move. Beckett fell and was counted out. Promoter Cochrane plans to bring the bout to the United States in 1920 and Dempsey praised Carpentier's win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Des
Associated Press
C. B. Cochrane
United States
Herches den Scent
Jaopeey
Tondon
Coal shortages persist as miners strike in Wyoming
Union Pacific reports Hanna coal miners still on strike while Rock Springs mine output remains about 30 percent. Cheyenne's supply is restricted though planned releases under fuel administration aim to meet actual needs. District No. 22 of the United Mine Workers says no orders to resume work have been issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Pacific
Hanna
Rock Springs
Cheyenne
George E. Bateman
United Mine Workers of America
Point of Hooks
Madson
Elly le Tara
Toledo Street Cars Resume Service After Four-Week Idle Period
Street car operation in Toledo will restart after a four week idle period. Mayor Doherty approved the oyster ordinance and ordered cars returned, noting it will take time to obtain the necessary equipment and restore normal service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toledo
Bec
Weary Bl. Doherty
Oyster
Jenkins Cage Diplomatic Row Reignites U S Deliberations
The report notes President attention to Jenkins cage case and the department’s duty to follow Mr. Wilson’s endorsed course. Mr. Lansing doubted Pall resolution action and warned the Jenkins issue could harm relations unless properly considered before any break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jenkins Cage
Wilson
Lansing
Wyoming Should Keep Seal Record Intact
Citizens urged by Misa Etta M Dobbin to view the 1917 per capita Christmas seal banner hung at Citizens National Bank. The banner honors Wyoming’s high seal sale first won in 1916 and 1917, with a war interruption last year and renewed efforts this year to lead the nation again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheyenne E Citizens
Misa Etta M. Dobbin
Wyoming Public Health Association
Citizens National Bank
Wyoming
Sugar Control Not Planned by U S Government
Washington December 4 The government will not try to control how sugar is sold after the sugar equalization boards dissolve December 11 Attorney General Palmer said no funds were provided to continue handling sugar and the department will focus on prosecuting profiteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Palmer
Compress
Attorneys Gather for Giant Battle
Grand Rapids notes the arrival of many lawyers for the trials of 135 men indicted in connection with the election of Thomas H. Newberry to the United States Senate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Rapids, Mich
Thomas H. Newberry
United States Senate
No Appeal From Oil Land Decision
Attorney General Palmer announced that the government would not appeal the ruling of U.S. Judge Bledsoe in the Southern Pacific oil land cases. The decision affects about 160000 acres of petroleum lands in California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Palmer
Bledson
Southern District of California
Southern Pacific
Government Must Exercise Economy
In the senate today both Republican and Democratic leaders urged maximum economy in government spending amid the financial debate. They noted the potential cost of a possible war with Mexico and emphasized large appropriations would be required.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Senate
Mexico
Missouri Seizes 15 Coal Mines in Barton County
Governor Gardner issued a proclamation seizing 15 coal mines in Barton county to avert a fuel famine. He said Missourians are in distress as mines closed and fuel is unavailable, with possession taken to prevent calamity threatening state institutions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson City
Gardner
Barton County
Missouri
New Pocket Billiard Record Set In Pittsburg Match
Hennie Allen defeated Edward J. Ralph 125 to 6 in five innings at the National American Pocket Billiard tournament in Pittsburg. The win set two new pocket billiard records during the night’s play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Hennie Allen
Edward J. Ralph
Nightstown
New Jersey
Billings Closes Schools and Theaters
Billings Montana orders close of all schools and theatres and sets store hours from 9 am to 4 pm effective tomorrow as issued by the city fuel administrator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billings
Mont
Passenger Service Cut in Southwest Region
Southwest district to cut passenger service by one third effective at midnight. Director Frank Bush authorized the reduction as part of regional conservation measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis
Southwestern Conservation Heatare
Frank Bush
Mexican Ambassador Denies Fall Charge
Mexican Ambassador Boniilas denied Senator Wall's charge that he tried to spread Dulwhevint ideas in the country. He stated he made no such efforts either in the United States or Mexico.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wall
Boniilas
United
Mexico
Survive Wyoming Blizzard Ends With Arrest in Denver
Mr. and Mrs. T Bryant are jailed in Denver on auto theft charges after a motor honeymoon trip into Wyoming blizzard conditions. They survived a treacherous blizzard aided by a sheep herder, but Bryant suffers frostbitten feet and may lose both feet. The couple allegedly used a stolen Salt Lake City car for the trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
T. Bryant
Wycoming
Salt Lake City
Good Samaritan
Bryant
City Hall
Salt Lake
Interior of bank showcases Tevernelle marble and bronze
The bank features Tevernelle marble imported from France and genuine bronze trim with American black walnut woodwork. Lighting provides brilliant diffuse illumination and a special women’s department with direct wicker access. Two tellers cages, private coupon booths, and a secure vault with currency and securities storage are included. A mechanical bookkeeping room is separated by glass partitions. Officers’ offices open to the main lobby and a state’s first dictograph inter-communication system is installed. Interior cost totals 410000 dollars with yacht doors to be delivered after January 1.
Servant Girl in London to Seek Parliament Seat
A brief note reports a servant girl in London aiming for a seat in Parliament. Details mention large weights for unnamed objects and temporary doors in use, with bank construction credited to J. J. Hines of Denver and local decorator H. W. Lyons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
J. J. Hines
Bankers Construction Company of
Denver
H. W. Lyons
Cheyenne Painters Accept Dollar-an-Hour Wage Increase
Cheyenne painters and journeymen reached a compromise after an 11 week dispute over wages and a 48 hour week. The union had demanded 1 per hour and a shorter week, while many employers stood by an 85 cent rate until next spring. Some independents had already adopted the higher scale, signaling renewed city painting activity. Fifty years ago Michigan began admitting women to all departments at the University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prica
University of Michigan
Thirteen Year Old Skipper Shocks In 1919 Sports
A 13 year old skiff captain stood out in a 1919 yachting event described as a handicap race. Amid breezy conditions, Lewis Atkinson displayed notable skill aboard a boat titled Soud, competing against seasoned skippers and achieving a surprising performance in the coastal regatta at Demaetbarst, Wacht.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis Atkinson
Capture of Villa Denied by Mexican Agent at El Paso
Mexican consul general Andreas Garcia said reports of Francisco Villa's capture are untrue. General Dieguez from Chihuahua City said Villa’s forces were nearly destroyed after a recent battle at Estajo, with cavalry in pursuit and possible capture soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Villa
EL Paso
Pep
Andreas Garcia
Francisco Villa
Mexico
el Paso Times
M. M. Dieguez
Chihuahua City
Carranza
Estajo
Chihuahua
Travele
Diecuen
Estajol
Unidentified gunman fires at city grocer
A bullet shattered the store window at 723 West Twenty second Street as a grocer reading a newspaper late at night escaped injury. Police Sergeant Jack McParland investigated but could not locate the shooter. the victim’s name was not learned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Twenty-second Street
Jack McParland
Butte Daily Post Closed by Printers Strike
Butte Mont December 4 The Butte Daily Post suspended after printers in the composing room walked out. Wage agreement with the International Typographical Union expired and renewal talks failed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte Post
Butte
Mont
Butte Daily Post
Post
International Typographical Union
Train robber Carlisle remains in grave condition
NOUGLAS WIS December 4 The condition of William N Carlisle the train robber tonight was still grave but the prospect for his recovery has not decreased
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nouglas. Wys
William N. Carlisle
Real Estate Semi-Business Offer on 16th Street Lots
A three lot parcel with a brick building near 16th Street is offered for 4250 with 1260 cash and the rest on easy terms. Each lot is valued at 1600, reportedly yielding 49 per month net income and promising future resale around 15000 next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stanly
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Rumech
Sete
Uble Credit
A. Bjchas
Wellingtom
Cols
Ilies State L
Thomas Hunter
E. W. Stone
Becket
Carpentier
Beckets
House of Commons
Blate
Beckett
Carpen
Los Angeles
Jack Dempacy
Maid Hero
Georges Carpention
Jack Kearns
Tom Heudt
Ward Reapery
U. S
H. 7
Bax Jessie Stephens
Lewke Atkinson
Diegues
Gandit
W. W. Dumm
Carey Ave
Jamies
Shang Hai Restaurant
West Geveaisenth Gieeq
Best Buy
Paul H. Moore
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