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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
5
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San Francisco January 28 John S Hogan chairman of the San Francisco draft board issues a statement defending Jack Dempsey against claims of draft dodging. Hogan asserts Dempsey was properly placed in deferred classification 4-A due to three exemption claims and that his boxing for war charities did not justify exemption. He recalls Dempsey’s visit to the hall of justice and says Dempsey would have served if called.
The Los Angeles board of education selected Susan M. Dorsey, former acting principal, to replace Dr. Albert Shiels as superintendent with a salary of 8000 dollars annually. She is the first woman to lead the city schools amid discussions of education funding and policy.
San Francisco report quotes Maxine Dempsey claiming her ex husband did not work in shipyards and accuses him of evading wartime service. She appeals for publication of her letter and asks for proof, asserting she signed under threats and that Dempsey benefited from a 4-A classification.
Large and complete line of baby carriages and sulkies advertised by Hobbs Huckfeldt and Finkbiner. Real estate and insurance listing for J A Kirkpatrick at 1821 Garey Ave. Ford Roadster bodies built to order by Fred Hank of 2044 Dillon St. Peabody's grocery near Bresnahen building updates. Gates Half Sole Tires advertised with 5000 mile free care.
W. Wells of Toquin Michigan reports relief from rheumatic pains backache and fatigue after using Foey Kidney Pills. He says on his feet most of the day and now feels like a new man and recommends them to customers as a reliable remedy for kidney and bladder issues.
Mrs Addie Wolcott longtime Cheyenne resident and widow of Clessen G Wolcott dies at her daughter's home 2410 Pioneer avenue. She is survived by two sons William and Clessen and two daughters Mrs Alice Sumption and Mrs Patrick Post. Funeral arrangements pending at Clyde Early Bricker Brothers mortuary.
The Consolidated Milling and Elevator Company financed by local stockmen and farmers purchases the J. J. Sullivan elevator and warehouse in Greybull Wyoming and will convert it into a large modern elevator. The firm already runs elevators at Garland and Belmont and has bought others at Cody Powell and Lovell to take possession April 4.
The Douglas Community club in Douglas Wyoming announces a broad road campaign for the coming season. Projects include the Lance Creek road the road to the Natural Bridge the La Bonte road and plans to map a road to Newcastle.
Sheridan Wyoming January 28 seven thousand bags of sugar were made by the Sheridan Sugar company from the 41919 crop. The plant opened October 25 but bad weather delayed beet deliveries, forcing a shutdown November 7. It remained closed until January 5 and the workforce fell from over 200 to 25 this week. Twenty five men will be kept regularly employed.
Mrs William F Stewart who with her husband founded the first residence on Gillette townsite died at her home from acute indigestion in Gillette Wyoming on January 28. The notice notes she and her husband established the town.
The French high commission in Washington will present a memorial diploma to the next of kin of Americans who died in World War I in honor of their service. The presentation is set for February 22, Washington's birthday.
The remains of John Mullen who died at Wheatland last Sunday arrived in Cheyenne and lie at the W. W. Dumm mortuary. Funeral services are set for 9 o'clock this morning at St Marys Cathedral. Viewing is available at the mortuary from 8 to 8 30. Pall bearers include T. Joe Cahill Joe Mohatt George Carroll Stephen Bon Richard Grace and John A. Martin.
A public notice urges residents to contact the phone line 210 if they have not been enumerated for the census or know someone who has not. It emphasizes timely reporting to ensure inclusion in the count.
Charles Pearson a well known Cheyenne Black resident died yesterday morning from Brights disease at his home 622 West Twentieth street. He worked as janitor for the First National Bank and downtown offices. He came to Cheyenne 30 years ago and left a sizable estate. Survived by two sisters Ella Pearson of Cheyenne and two brothers in Pocatello Idaho. Funeral arrangements pending at Clyde Early Bricker Brothers mortuary. Property listings urged with C W Riner & Co. 1723 Carey. Phone 67. Jan 24 to Feb 24.
An advertisement touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as a simple method to lose fat without dieting or exercise. It urges readers to buy a case from a druggist or mail in $1 to Marmola Co. for directions and claims the tablets are harmless and safe.
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