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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1913
Page
14
A 1913 letter shows Governor and sheriff pledging to enforce state laws on gambling and illegal liquor sales with strong public support. Sheriff Rivera in Rawlins receives backing as he begins duties, and the governor plans to write to other sheriffs praising enforce ment.
A wireless message confirms the slaying of Captain Patrick McNalley of the Philippine scouts and 10 others near Manila. Fourteen scouts were wounded by Igorrotes in ongoing hostilities against General Pershing's forces. Details are scarce, but the attacks have continued for weeks.
A Fremont county delegation argues against creating Shoshoni County citing distance and cost, while Riverton’s exclusion hints at politically motivated borders. The piece also reports Seventh Day Adventists opposing Sunday legislation, citing church state separation and religious freedom principles.
Lanier Seventh Day Adventist church near Lander Wyoming held a mass meeting to denounce the Johnston Sunday Bill now before the U S senate. Elder 8 Fy Mc Cully led unanimous resolutions arguing the bill enforces religious observance of Sunday and would violate the constitutional separation of church and state.
County officials Burhoop Bell and Cook along with Clerk Miller return from Douglas praising a harmonious settlement with Converse county. Niobrara county gains financially, taking no debt and receiving 2680.55 dollars in cash while assuming no share of outstanding courthouse bonds. The Niobrara board is praised for a favorable deal leaving the new county in strong condition.
Denver cleric Father Hugh L. McMenamin announced that all engagements between Catholics must be registered in parish records. Couples will be examined for moral, physical, and financial fitness, and unsuitable matches will be barred from marriage. The rule aims to curb secret marriages and those conducted by non Catholic officials.
A naturalist observes that lobsters grow larger while the two legged variety among us remains constant. The remark contrasts sea life expansion with human consistency in the local scene.
The wool tariff dominated a heated session as the Ways and Means Committee debated tariff revision. Manufacturers urged keeping duty on woolen cloth and clothing, while supporting raw wool cuts, amid Democratic plans to lower overall tariffs. Representative Palmer of Pennsylvania clashed with A. M. Stafford over the impact on wool workers. The committee remained committed to reducing duties on wool and its products.
Powell whispers a new Wyoming national guard branch will need drill space. Proposals call for a large building to lease to the state for military use and to host public meetings, dances, and entertainments with a portable stage and gallery. A second story could provide offices and steady rental demand as the town grows.
A drugstore ad promises PAZO OINTMENT cures for itching bleeding or protruding piles within 14 days. It offers a refund if the product fails to cure any case within that period. The notice references a 5 Nec price line.
Advertisement from C H Brown Drug Co and C H Rowan Drug Co offering a free 50-cent remedy for bed wetting and frequent urination. Claims to cure nocturnal and daytime incontinence in all ages and urges readers to share with neighbors. Free sample prepaid by mail to Cheyenne Leader readers.
Pitcher Herbert Pennock submits his contract return after receiving papers from Connie Mack by mail. He signed at 9 06 a m and deposited the envelope at 9 08. The mail reached club offices late in the afternoon of the same day.
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