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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1918
Page
11
An ad extols a prepared cough syrup mix made from pine oil and sugar, priced at 10 cents, claiming immediate relief and superior healing for bronchitis and persistent coughs. It touts long use in generations and notes no spoilage.
Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Hartung return from Denver after a few days at the stock show. Mrs. Gerald Walker formerly of Cheyenne travels from American Lake to visit her husband who is in training at Camp Lewis. Mrs. Walker plans Denver residence with her father. Mrs. F. L. Taylor goes to Colorado Springs for sister Maude Rodgers graduation. Miss Kathryn Bennitt returns from Laramie after University extension meeting. Mr. and Mrs. James Hart head to Martville to visit Mrs. Hart's mother. Miss Molly Kiigis leaves Tousne for Thayne to take over teaching duties. Mina Moll appointed food demonstrator for Park County.
Mr and Mrs M P Thompson depart the university extension departments today for a several week visit to California.
The Woman's Club meets this afternoon at the library to view readings My Daughter-in-law and My Son-in-law by Mrs Walton and Mrs Gilmore. The Nyassic Mage club postpones its Thursday meeting to two weeks hence with Mrs Taylor hosting. Sunshine Society enjoyed a tea and social at Mrs Roach's home with eighteen members and guests, hosted by Mrs Roach and Mrs Jordan. Regular business at the library next Tuesday.
The Associated Press reports that gross negligence by railroads in maintaining locomotives is a central factor in freight congestion. Commissioner McChord says hundreds of locomotives are idle in shops and roundhouses due to neglect, staffing shortages, and lack of prewinter preparations by local railway officials.
The national child labor committee notes growing support to maintain schooling over spring farm work as war conditions push to protect children. Officials cite England France and Germany experience and urge full enforcement of federal and state rules to prevent relaxation and ensure education for youths.
Twenty two women attended the Presbyterian Missionary society meeting at Mrs Dan Swan's home presided by Mrs F C Lyons. Mrs W C Mentzer spoke on "The Fellowship of Stewardship" reviewing finances and the budget system. Mrs E J Kelley reviewed chapter one of The African Trail. A social hour and refreshments closed the meeting.
Jackson Wyoming January 29 Last Thursday the Elkelgar cigar store back door was opened with a skeleton key and about $90 in gold coins taken from a punch board on display. Proprietor J K R Jones usually carried the board home but forgot to do so. The thief removed the gold’s fastening tick, leaving the board intact. One of two parties hints more disclosures may follow.
A report by Fire Chief George Bates and City Engineer F W Glafcke identified hazards in Cheyenne’s three theaters. City Attorney A D Walton will survey city ordinances to ensure legal authority to order fixes, else theater managers will undertake repairs and improvements at the chiefs’ suggestion.
A Justice Department official said evidence links recent munitions plant fires to pacifists opposed to the war, with some German agents possibly involved but the campaigns being directed by American pacifists spreading disloyal propaganda.
Patriarchs Militant I C C F invite all chevaliers to meet at Odd Fellows hall on Wednesday January 30 in dress uniform for the funeral of deceased chevalier Frank Miller. Wty order of Captain.
One match was played Monday night at the St. Russell bowling tourney. DB battery and F bat Ty competed with Bobattery winning. The top individual score recorded by Elie of D latters and Peters of B battery led the night, with final totals showing PP Battery and others near 0.708 and 0.710.
In Havana the conservative house adopted a bill granting amnesty to civilians who took part in the 1917 revolution with President Menocal's support. Liberals opposed, demanding military amnesty for active and retired officers. Former President Jose Miguel Gomes and Tissoon will be freed under the measure.
Advert shows St Jacobs Liniment claiming instant relief from rheumatic pain and related ailments. It promotes a no burn, non stain formula as a harmless solution usable on tender spots with a trial bottle available at drug stores.
An old remedy promotes Hamburg Dreast Tea as a cure for colds. The guide advises a tablespoonful steeped in boiling water, then consumed for quick relief, claiming it opens pores relieves congestion and loosens bowels. The note markets it as inexpensive and fully vegetarian.
Reports from Sheridan Wyoming Oil Company indicate three wells in progress near Maverick Springs with depths around 1,500 to 2,200 feet and a large tract acquisition underway. A government act last October affected oil contracts, with payments and forfeitures shaping development.
A Williams well in the Salt Creek Field penetrated the third Wall Creek sands at 3,200 feet and yielded oil, with preliminary output exceeding 200 barrels per day after shooting. The discovery extends productive zones beyond the shallow sands and fuels neighboring district drilling, while Elk Basin reports show year 19/7 production around 10,000 barrels from all wells. Pipeline links and rail transport developments are noted as the area progresses toward fuller marketing.
The report notes capital from Wyoming aimed at development work to gain profit, filtered to private companies not selling stock to the public. It mentions Ohio Oil Company resuming drilling on the Herizstam property in Section 4 West Salt Creek after a shutdown, depth 2,700 feet with oil expected. Drilling on Section 14 Big Muddy reached 4,200 feet and near entering the oil zone, with the well showing excellent oil indications.
A new rein track on the Union Pacific line at Laramie is unloaded today with all components on the ground. Officials expect the second main track to finish by late next week and passenger trains to run over the new alignment by early next month.
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