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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1913
Page
2
The Leader urges Wyoming to pursue agriculture stock raising and dairying, mineral development, and manufacturing. It argues for more land under cultivation, dairy stock expansion, and a liberal emigration appropriation to attract homeseekers, comparing progress to Colorado, Montana, and Idaho.
Mr K Drury formerly editor of the Encampment Herald has moved to Cheyenne and become business manager for The Leader. He brings thorough knowledge of the newspaper business and is expected to give Leader patrons good service.
President Taft held his last New Year’s reception in Washington welcoming foreign diplomats and a large crowd. Surrounded by family, cabinet members, and officials, he greeted notables and the general public as Ambassador Bryce, soon to retire, drew attention at the center of the gathering.
An odd note from The State lauds Wyoming’s want ad sector as a leader while playfully noting how cranks react to loud talk and guessing at self doubt. The fragment hints at media prominence and ironic self awareness among readers.
The report notes Wyoming gained population in 1912 with Cheyenne rising toward 15 000 and Sheridan to 12 000. It covers highway projects including potential Cheyenne to Yellowstone routes, the formation of the Wyoming Highways association, and plans to fund roads via the Legislature. It also details county splits to form new counties and property valuation data for 1912.
Poultry judge D. A. Stone arrived from Denver to score the birds entered in the local poultry show. Other items note watch repair shop at 1769 Carey Ave, Woodmen of the World officer installation, and an assortment of city notices from January.
Woodmen of the World will hold the annual installation of officers at the regular meeting this Thursday evening. Newly elected officers include Chancellor Commander Tony Reis Advisor Mr Tremieux Escort Art Meyers Watchman P Bob Kepler Sentry H Davidson Clerk H H Gleason Treasurer Dr Wyman. After installation members will enjoy an informal amoker. All members are urged to attend.
The Cheyenne post office inaugurated the parcels post at midnight Tuesday and used it Wednesday morning when Mrs KB Bennett of Gill E street mailed the first parcel to Dale Creek Wyoming. The new rate was 14 cents, saving 26 cents from the old 40 cent rate. Several parcels were sent on the first day. Rates to various destinations shown at the post office. Information about the parcels post law available there.
In a playful 28 December appeal to The Leader, two educated sisters from Cimartfron Kansas announce themselves as refined and well bred. The blonde 21 and brunette 23 describe themselves as artistic and musical, seeking wealthy men to marry and provide a cultured home. They invite interested suitors to respond through the newspaper.
Howard Hout & Co have purchased the Capitol Commercial Co located at 1704-6 Capitol Avenue. The new owners plan a February 1 possession date and operate the business on a strict cash basis. Howard Hout, formerly of Des Moines Iowa, brings significant grocery experience and aims to expand Cheyenne trading prominence. He has been with Wyoming Cattle Co of Campstool for three years and knows local clientele well.
Evelyn Powers, a white slave noted for disturbance, was released from city jail yesterday after making numerous solemn New Year resolutions opposing drink.
An old advertisement extols a hair product claiming to restore hair health and prevent grayness. It touts the natural element sulfur as key, promising glossy, soft hair and scalp improvement through a mixture with other remedies. The copy emphasizes vitality and appearance enhancements from the preparation.
II) with Scarlet Pever Bodwick Talbott son of Mr and Mrs Br uogene Talbott of Knet Fifteenth Street was very low yesterday morning and not expected to live. He has scarlet fever since Monday night. Eugene Talbert, the boy’s father, works in Union Pacific shops. Late last night his condition was slightly improved and some hope for complete recovery. Health authorities report hozen cages of scarlet fever found over New Years.
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