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Newspaper

Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1917

Page

14

Threat letter from secret group targets contractor near Glenrock

James Bulwer, a building contractor for Green Drilling, received an anonymous letter threatening property destruction and urging him to join an organization labeled as an enemy of the government. Police say a man named Bolner was briefly detained as a possible suspect. no weapons or incriminating documents were found.

Glenrock Wye James Bulwer Green Drilling Company James Poughner Rother Sam Fellowine Organization of the World Las Beneharr Oman Fafupaliy Cvepicion Cnormaghivy

Gentle laxative promotes natural relief from constipation

An advertisement extols Dr. W B Caldwell's tablet as a gentle, effective laxative for all ages. It claims the product eases discomfort without fear of dependence and suggests ordering details from Washington Mt Monticello Illinois.

Coldwell

Big Horn Theater Opens in Greybull

The Big Horn Theater in Greybull will be lighted by electricity and opened December 19 with a Broadway troupe performing Peg of My Heart. Manager Hite plans vaudeville acts. a 2100 diamond ring will be awarded to the top ticket seller. The building progress is rapid and the town expects a modern venue.

Greyrvlal Tike Hite Broadway Players Peg Delores Mive

Porter Arrested for Theft of Turkeys in Lander

George Tivgan a Fremont hotel porter was arrested in Lander on December 5 charged with stealing twelve turkeys from the hotel and selling them locally. He pled guilty in justice court and received sixty days in the county jail with seven birds recovered and officers pursuing the remainder. Hogan aims to ease living costs for himself.

Hudson, Wyo George Tivgan Fremont Lander Hogan

Canada Displays British Tank In Victory Loan Drive

Canada plans a massive fund-raising effort for the Victory Loan totaling 5400 million with a unique promotional display in Montreal. A British battlefront tank will tour the city, crewed by veterans, guarded by Canadian Pacific police, to spur subscriptions. The event mirrors wartime mobilization with high public interest and a Prince of Wales appearance noted in captions.

Canada Atlantic Pacific Fland Thrse Lord Ines Canadian Pacific Railway Montreal Flanders Dominion Canadian Pacific Police

Crimeans Form Tartar Republic Reported

London dispatch cites a Times correspondent announcing a Tartar republic forming in the Crimea with details unknown. The report notes independence declarations by the Caucasus and Siberia secession, and mentions Cossacks electing war and justice ministers for a new Caucasian state.

London Crimea Petrograd The Times Caucacus Siberia

DK OW. RR. DAY Physician 1716 Capitol Ave

A historical entry lists a physician at 1716 Capitol Avenue with residence and office details. Contact information appears partial, reflecting an old directory style. No narrative event is described.

Kinney oil ventures push two wells toward completion

Kinney reports plans to add two more wells within ten days as drilling shows progress and expected rapid completion. No. 18 reaches 1540 feet with 40 to 60 feet more anticipated to strike oil. No. 12 at 150 feet and poised to become a major producer. No. 14 at 2420 feet, with 40 feet per day, as No. 20 work begins. Riverton refinery site secured for 140 acres at $14,000 with 2000 barrels daily capacity. multiple fields total thousands of acres under various companies.

Kinney Riverton Wyoming Refining Company Riverton Plunkett Crow Creek Pilot Butte Heaverdreek

Harris Arrested for Larceny as Bailee in Wheat Theft

J B Harris, a farm hand at the Mike Sheehan ranch on North Fork, was arrested Wednesday on larceny as bailee charges. Left in charge while the owner went to Rochester for an operation, Harris began hauling wheat and selling it, claiming an interest and directing checks to him. He faces trial at the current district court term.

Bromo Quinine Laxative Box Sold With Signature Claim

An old listing notes a Bromo Quinine laxative box marketed with BE. W. GROVE'S signature on the box. It mentions a Call No for taxis and 7 passenger touring cars and includes a cryptic date 5-17tt implying a catalog or price entry.

BE. W. Grove

Park to Park Highway Planned

The Yellowsions Highway association held its annual meeting in Thermopolis amid delegates from Laramie Platte Converse Natrona Hot Springs Washakie Big Horn and Park counties. Gus Holm’s was elected president with L. L. Newton as secretary and commissioners named for each county.

Thermopolis Wyo Yellowsions Highway Association Gus Holm L. L. Newton of Cody Holm Newton Laramie County W. C. Deming Platte County W. L. Ayers Converse W. D. Gray Natrona Charles Anda Hot Springs Arthur K. Lee Washakie Ira E. Jones Bie Horn

Foley's Honey and Tar Offered At Old Prices

Ready now at old prices fresh lots of Foley's Honey and Tar are selling below wartime costs. Mrs. Mary Kisby of Spokane Washington reports relief from lagrippe cough after using the remedy. Sold everywhere.

Foley Mary Kisby Princeton Ave Spokane Wash

Eye Sight Investments Promotes Glasses by Swisher Optical

An advertisement touts a first class eye examination followed by a properly fitted pair of glasses. It claims improved vision and brighter world views through Swisher Optical Company offerings.

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