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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
8
A vendor advertises a fresh shipment of tine novels and a large stock of nuts and candies. The display lists walnuts almonds filberts pecans hickory nuts black walnuts and roasted peanuts in bulk and packaged forms with various weights. The ad emphasizes new shelled products and a full line of candies.
The United States government won a judgment of 5000 against Carbon Timber Co of Rawhue for trespass on the Medicine Bow forest reserve during 1905 1906 1908 and 1909 as rangers testified and the forestry office charged the defendants with careless timber cutting An additional fire trespass suit against Carbon Timber Co and Elk Mountain Mercantile Co for 1914 is set for hearing with potential damages around 10000 and government costs estimated at 72800
The high school gym hosts a game this afternoon at 4 between the forest team and the pope team, two squads that have few prior meetings but are showing readiness.
After the holiday break Cheyenne High scheduled intersquad and nonleague games. The varsity opened 6 10 at halftime and finished 40 15 in a strong showing against the freshman squad. If this pace continues they could contend for the state title this season.
Late crowds attended the Atlas performances today and Wednesday and enjoyed five acts secured by Maneker Todd. Notable numbers included clever ventriloquist Frank Rogers and the Great Florence Troupe of acrobats, which closed the show with the best gymnastic exhibition seen here.
Federal Judge J A Riner ordered James Brager moved to Fort Scott Kansas last night. United States Marshal Hudson escorted Brager who is wanted for violations of internal revenue laws.
A professor noted that small miles separate European languages and cause misunderstanding. The article contrasts Calfornians and New Yorkers, saying voters feel distanced after the presidential election as communication seems harder between regions.
Plenty of Christmas trees available with the best selections to suit every preference. Order today to ensure delivery at the desired time this season.
The Meeteetse News reports that Baseball magnates including Ban Johnson and Charley Sominikes visited Meeteetse three weeks ago to inspect the Antlers ranch on Wood River. They showed strong interest in buying, with Ray, Ketchum, and ex-Sheriff Orrick revisiting the site this week, though no firm deal is announced.
Mr American travels from London to Liverpool when a fellow passenger, immersed in a paper, challenges him to a fight. The exchange ends with a curt reply signaling readiness for conflict.
Mexican laborer Felipe Neves, 22, was arrested in Denver on suspicions tied to the Cheyenne saloon murder of Ramon Mandis last Monday night. Police say a witness, Frank Castro, identified Neves as the shooter and led to his capture at the Union Station.
Frank Reynolds presented as an Indian in a Grand Masque at Bol Masque, winning first prize as an Indian. Mrs J W Waite wore a boy costume and won second prize, with her disguise so convincing friends failed to recognize her.
Observers note renewed hostility between factions backing War Minister Obregon and President Carranza. The split, predicted for two months, centers on loyalties to Obregon’s policies and the constitutionalist government amid a Mexican military reshuffle.
Tokyo December 20 Foreign Minister Motono told parliament Germany’s peace proposal shows sincerity. He said Germany will not truly desire peace unless the Allies insist. Motono urged a decisive reply after consultation with allies.
Members of the Help One Another club will provide gifts for at least 110 children in and near Cheyenne this Christmas. Robin Redbreast stockings filled with toys and candies will be distributed, mainly to rural children. Cheyenne families are supported by Salvation Army and local charities.
Union Pacific announced a temporary embargo from December 26 1916 to January 7 1917 to allow cleanup and better service. Freight agent W D Clifton said the move clears lines by diverting cargo to other routes. The embargo aims to improve capacity for resumed high class service after the holiday period.
Mrs. Coda BK Merrill of Pueblo is named as a correspondent in the divorce suit filed by her husband George Bo Merrill. The case details that letters directed to him were opened by Mrs. Merrill, revealing alleged communications pertinent to the proceedings.
Midcontinent oil men gain as Tulsa based Sinclair Oil and Gas announces a 10 cent advance to 1.30 a barrel. The move highlights the largest independent firm’s growth and signals a turning point away from Standard Oil dominance in Oklahoma and surrounding fields.
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