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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1911
Page
16
San Francisco observers parse whispers near Jim Jeffries and Tex Richard as a possible setup for another Johnson Jeffries bout. They doubt any rematch with Johnson and Jeffries, but a Kaufman upset could revive interest. Kaufman trains in Reno. fans seek details on date and venue.
A Cheyenne Athletic Club member claims Greeley teams refused to host a Cheyenne basketball squad, sparking anger among C A C members. They assert Cheyenne will travel to Greeley soon to settle the matter, accusing local clubs of being too cheap to pay travel costs.
Des Moines report says Jeen Went ergaard with manager Oscar Thorson and “Farmer” Burns will travel to Denver to size up the famous Hackenschmidt for a potential rematch. Burns aims to gauge the match prospects for his friend Frank Gotch, with word that West ergaard may push the Augelan Lion to prove himself in advance of any deal.
Chicago's Packey McFarland had a clear edge over Philadelphia's Young Erne across six rounds at the National Athletic Club last night. Erne showed early parity but faltered from the second round on as McFarland controlled the action with quicker exchanges and cleaner punches.
Mike Yokel of Salt Lake City and Henry Gehring of Cleveland wrestled three hours and eight minutes in a middleweight championship bout in Salt Lake City. The crowd refused to stand for a draw and the men returned to the mat at midnight. By agreement the match was declared a draw after another half hour of struggle with neither man down.
Jefferson City Missouri January 26 State Senator Thomas K E Kinney of St Louis said he would not introduce in the general assembly a bill to legalize horse racing in Missouri He cited ongoing investigations as his reason for rejection and noted opposition from some quarters while others favor gambling and racing in the state
In New York Brown defeated Bert Keyes in ten fast rounds at the Empire Athletic Club, earning the decision on joint effort and aggressiveness. The report notes Missouri voters’ resistance to racing and a moral stance against introducing a related bill.
Enid Oklahoma January 26 Frank Arkebauer demonstrated a lung capacity of 464 inches in four physician tests here breaking the existing world record held by Paul Van Boeckman of New York. New Anderson ginghams 36 inches wide 20 cents per yard Myers Dry Goods Co Elks Dance Friday January 27 AM Elks invited
Jeerson City Jan 26 The house adopted the senate concurrent resolution memorializing Congress to submit an amendment to the federal constitution enabling direct election of United States senators by the people.
Charles A. Shaw resigns from the New York City Board of Water Supply. His departure ends his role in the body and likely halts an anticipated investigation connected to Mayor Gaynor as reported in New York.
Senator W H Holliday introduces a resolution in Wyoming urging a $10000 silver service or token of appreciation for the battleship Wyoming in honor of the state. The measure cites patriotic unity and the ship's name as a Wyoming honor and requests funds from the state treasury. Chi-Namel warning at Sherman Co.
A legislative note shows bills advancing in the Wyoming House with references to penalties, an act for aid of execution before justices, and a measure for free transportation for state members along the borders, highlighting ongoing fiscal and judiciary debates.
The Wyoming Senate and committees consider numerous bills. Topics include taxation, real estate exemptions, dairy and oil regulation, mortgage law, elections, water commissions, and railroad car charges. Introduced measures touch assessing penalties, refining statutes, and governing public land duties.
A Gillette business delegation arrives in Cheyenne to review the legislative prospects of Representative Chassell’s bill to create Campbell County from Crook and Weston counties. Members include Dr. P W Newcomer, W B McCumicky, William Underwood, W D Townsend, and Don L Wakeman. they stress civic duty and aim to support a new county.
The county and Representative Pearson share age, build, and appearance, both embody Democracy. They are close allies yet recently show slight jealousy. Gardner claims he is more handsome than Pearson, who counters the opposite. The question may reflect evolving political tensions.
The readable lines describe Pearson and Gardo as tall figures with stubborn dispositions and restrained appearances. Whinkéte is mentioned as a growth not allowed, while both men display restraint and judgment in unspecified contexts. The fragment offers no clear event, date, or outcomes.
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