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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1913
Page
2
An examining physician from a major life insurer states kidney trouble causes many insurance rejections and promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a leading remedy. The ad claims Swamp Root is an herbal formula with a strong cure record and invites readers to obtain a free sample from Kilmer & Co. and to mention the Cheyenne Leader.
A discussion on marking western forts including Fort Laramie, once key on the Oregon Trail. It traces origins from William Sublette’s post to Fort John and Fort Laramie, noting transfers from Rocky Mountain Fur Company to American Fur Company and finally government ownership in 1848.
The piece recalls Fort Laramie as a pivotal fur trade and military post on the Oregon Trail. It chronicles its role in frontier defense, the Bozeman Trail conflict, and Colonel Carrington’s era. It notes the 1890 disposal of the fort, dwindling ruins, and local figures like Judge Gibson Clark connected to its early days.
Lon. Frank P. Cranney and Hon. Thomas White visited Kemmerer on their way to Cheyenne. They report strong support in their valley for dividing Lincoln county along Elk county lines with Shoshont as the new county name. Both legislators expect passage and urge early legislative action. They also urge action on primary reform to simplify nominating filings by fee and certificate with the county clerk.
A group of Second Street business men met to raise funds for a new hotel on Florence Tiardware company lots now used by the old Stortebary. A committee will seek more subscriptions and approach local merchants today. With Kingston depot nearby and the federal building a block east, promoters expect a profitable venture and aim to open within six months after the contract is set.
The Converse county project reports 20 miles of Yellowstone Highway improved with 65 culverts and five bridges. Cement and gravel moved, with cost details showing total road-work outlay of 10,750.24 for equipment and support, plus labor and supplies.
Verona township may gain a town along the Union Pacific cutoff under construction. Farmers discuss a site three miles south of Prosser at the Missouri Pacific branch with potential seven acre sidetrack and depot land on the William Somerfield farm.
A scientist asserts he can sustain life in head- Jesse cats. The message targets a man bothered by midnight felines along his back yard fence and discusses possible remedies or techniques.
An advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion claiming they digest all food and restore appetite. It promises improved health, mood, and memory, urging readers to buy a 60 cent box at any drug store.
Creston in Gramercy Park neig hbor discovers a Rosetti volume in Tucker’s shop. Wanda Philipps returns the book after a year’s delay and a spark of romance ignites, culminating in a surprising marriage reveal.
The newly married couple, fleeing demonstrative friends, reach the depot only to find their carriage horse has thrown a shoe. The bridegroom exclaims for the driver to explain while the bride laments that even the horse seems to know they are just married.
The American Olympic committee faces the duty of returning to Sweden the trophies awarded to James Thorpe after his professional baseball admission. Martin Sheridan regains amateur champion status, while J Brodemus takes first day honors. Thorpe’s trophies remain unclaimed as an investigation proceeds.
Governor Sulzer calls for state supervision of the New York stock exchange and others to stop abuses. He urges a package of laws with penalties including imprisonment for violations and cites Pulo committee findings and testimony from exchange governors as justification. He warns the federal government may act if the state does not.
Notice is given of a special meeting of Lakeside Realty and Amusement Company stockholders in Cheyenne Wyoming on February 24 1918 at noon. The meeting is to consider authorizing sale of all property to pay debts and any other resolutions for debt settlement and lawful business. Directors Godfrey Schirwer JoAn A. Keekfr and Adolph Lang preside.
Notice states payments for county taxes or other financial matters should be made to Hay K. Olds, the County Treasurer, in Laramie County. The directive clarifies proper payment recipient for checks and drafts.
A collection of medical Q and A exchanges offers home remedies for ailments from tickling coughs and hoarseness to constipation headaches and weight concerns. Readers name symptoms and receive formulations such as menthol laxene style tonics, triopeptine tablets, hyponuclane tonics, and various compound syrups, powders, and balms.
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