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Newspaper

Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1920

Page

3

Fragmentary Democratic Nomination Debate On McAdoo

A mangled page fragment shows Cox Palmer and rival leaders debating McAdoo’s early run, with mentions of Cox and Valner and emotional pleas about delay and platform issues. Informal talks continue as factions weigh a coalition strategy and the son in law factor looms.

Axel Homer Gummings Bainries William Eoning Cox and Palmer McAdoo Palmer Oxn Valrner Cox Heingales Hal Tw

Party platform debate probes suffrage and prohibition

A subcommittee near a party platform debate clashed over suffrage and prohibition. Bryan pressed for a strong prohibition stance while Thewell urged broader liberty declarations. Reporters were kept from certain topics as discussions sharpened toward final committee action.

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Twelve Biggis Bags Entered in National Contest

Twelve entries have been received for the national balloon race to be held in Indianapolis on September 11. The Aero Club of America will select three contestants and three alternates to represent the United States in the International race on October 23. Foreign entries include three from France, three from Italy, and one each from Great Britain and Belgium.

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Scarab Talisman Brings Luck Claim in Le Claire Tale

In a Le Claire tale a man seeks luck from an Egyptian scarab given by a jeweler. The charm, claimed sacred to ancient Egypt, is traded for 200 to a woman, but the keeper notes its value at 62,000. The anecdote mixes superstition with local barter.

le Claire Lam Pearis Anid Searad

Two Wounded When Rail Men Battle

EAST ST LOUIS July 1 Two men were wounded in a clash in the yards when a crowd believed to be striking switchmen attacked the crew of an engine and a revolver battle followed. One man was reported seriously wounded.

East ST. Louis

Shy Ben's Voice Still Not Functioning

Clerks in the city county building were in better shape yesterday though Shy Ben remained nonfunctional. Officials continued aligning several clocks to the big clock and expected full operation by nightfall with one more gear due soon to repair the striking mechanism.

Shy Ben

Two Women Forfeit Bonds to Cheyenne

Police court in Cheyenne forfeited $75 worth of bonds after two women failed to appear. Elva Jennings and May East posted 60 and 85 bonds respectively after a raid on a residence linked to charges under city purity laws. Officers also seized a guard of beer at the scene.

Two Not Held for Alleged Theft of $125

The Cheyenne robbery at a local restaurant ended with two suspects not held after police questioned them. Investigators recorded a theft of 125 dollars and gathered limited evidence, delaying charges.

Restaurant proprietor fights theft claims in court

Tony Santon proprietor of a store testified in Judge Edwards court that William Deemis and George Davis robbed his shop of 125.65 on the night of June 29. The pair were bound over to district court but acquitted for lack of evidence and the case was dismissed. Details of the robbery were not disclosed at trial. Santon alleged the men entered after closing and tapped the cash register. He swore warrants for their arrest.

Ternoon Tony Santon

Nord Woman Seeks Divorce Injunction Over Cruelty

Gheistina Nord fled a petition for divorce from Charles Nord and obtained a temporary injunction preventing molestation of her and their child. The order restrains Nord from selling jointly owned property and requires Union Pacific to garnish $1,000. she seeks $75 alimony plus costs and fees. Nord allegedly threatened her with a razor.

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Commissioners Order Alley Paved After Petition

The alley between Seventeenth Street and Lincoln Highway and Garey Avenue and Capitol Avenue is likely to be paved immediately following a petition filed yesterday. The move authorizes paving and collects assessments from benefiting property owners. Plans and specifications were prepared by John A. Whiting. Named property owners include Sam Idelman Senator Warren L F Brestahan and the Moffatt estate.

Seventeenth Street Lincoln Highway Garey Avenue Capitol Avenue Intiv Pho Plang John A. Whiting Sam Idelman Warren L. Ft. Brestahan Moffatt

Fire Loss in Last Quarter Reported at $3300

The quarterly fire report shows a total loss of $3300 for the last three months with 63,500 in value and an average of 64,100 per incident. It notes similar activity to the previous quarter and cites alarms and ongoing fire order compliance.

Fire damages and causes in Gilchrist Park incident

The report lists ignition sources for park fires including locomotive sparks electric spark and overheated ranges. It notes total losses for the second quarter totaling 8309 dollars with 8600 dollars insured on buildings and 2694 dollars paid on contents. It cites 2200 feet of washere and 1950 feet of dry hose plus 77 gallons of chemical used to extinguish the blaze.

Gilchrist Park

Constitutionality of Migratory Bird Statute Upheld

Sportsmen rely on federal protection for migratory birds as the Supreme Court in 1920 upheld the treaty act against a Missouri case. The court said national action is needed for a national interest with birds beyond state control and that feder al law must prevail to protect forests and crops.

United States Canada Supreme Court of the Missouri Supreme Court

Advisory Board to Keep Trains Going

New York June 1 Nine railway executives form an advisory committee to guide transport during the emergency. The group meets with the Association of Railway Executives to coordinate cooperative action across all railroads nationwide.

New York Transportation Lane Co-Operative Failroads Association of Raliway Executives

Wyoming Forests Fishing Conditions Report

Weekly outlook from the Denver office of the Forest Service lists fishing conditions for lakes and streams near the National Forests. Reports cite field officer data with town names indicating report points. Brooks Lake shows high water and little flatfish. Great Creek reports eastern brook rainbow and native trout, high clear water, big catches with flies and bait. Christina Lake notes rainbow and native trout, high muddy water, fishing fair with bait. Encampment Creek reports high muddy water, poor river fishing but good stocks. Little Popo Agie and Middlefork describe high muddy water, fair fishing with bait. Rock Creek reports high clear water, good fishing with flies and bait. Shell Creek cites poor fishing with eastern brook and native trout. Warm Spring Creek and Wind River show high water and very little fishing.

Denver For Ttervice Brooks Lake Lander Christina Lake Middlefork Rock Creek

No One Injured in Triple Auto Crash

Three automobiles were damaged in a collision yesterday evening at the corner of Eighteenth Street and Capitol Avenue. One wheel was smashed on one car while the other two suffered minor damage. no one was injured.

Eighteenth Steet Capitol Avenue

All Dublin Papers Suspend Tomorrow

Dublin reports all newspapers will cease publication Saturday due to the wage dispute. The announcement comes amid ongoing labor tensions affecting the city’s press.

Dublin

Ruth Hits Longest Home Run as Yanks Rout Indians

Babe Ruth belted the longest homer seen in Cleveland as the Yankees overwhelmed the Indians 14 to 0. Attendance soared past 30,000 for the first time in Grey Wanes history, with $125,000 paid for one outfielder and total home campaign earnings estimated around $156,000 from home runs.

Cleveland Babe Ruth Yanks Indians League Park Chicago Eee Sox New York Yankees

Frock Fashions Blend Gingham with Elegant Organdy

A lively description of a summer dress style that pairs simple gingham with a sheer organdy overdress. The combination creates a chic, eye catching look with white and red accents, featuring scalloped piping and bold pinkish red flowers as decorative touches.

Johnny Wilson Beats Bartfield On Points In Newark Bout

Johnny Wilson, middleweight champion from Newark, defeats Soldier Bartfield of New York on points after twelve hard fought rounds in a headline bout.

Newark Johnny Wilson Soldier Bartfield New York

Mexico President and Family Portrait After Inauguration

A provisional photograph shows President and First Lady of Mexico with their two children taken shortly after his inauguration. The image captures the family in formal pose marking the new administration’s early days.

Mexico de la Huerta

Unusual Congregational Plan For Sunday Sermon Mount Service

The First Congregational Church gears up for a rare pole mountain ride Sunday July 44 with the entire congregation traveling by car to the hilltop for a regular service mimicking the Sermon on the Mount. A prior solitary service by Cheyenne Presbyterians featured Sean Hills now in Denver delivering the sermon.

First Congregational Church Pole Mountain Sumiay Sherneat Lid Tey Sean ©. Hills Denver

Third Republican nomination race in Lar amie county

The coroner race dominates the Lar amie county scene with no clear candidate. Hobba Winkhiner and Dr. Jb. Antler, both named, appear as contenders alongside W. W. Duo from Cheyenne as campaigns begin.

Laramie Goroner Giyde Hobba Winkhiner Itekhiner Ita Paultion Jb. Antler Vinehu 3 W. W. Duo Cheyenne

Alleged Embezzler Heads Toward St Paul on Transit

Officials say an alleged embezzler is en route from St Paul to Cheyenne and officers expect to reach him today. The case involves ongoing investigations and coordination between jurisdictions.

Extradition Sought for Cash Embezzler O Malley

Wiklun A O Malley now under arrest in Minnesota on charges of embezzling county funds in St Paul. He waived extradition and will be returned with officers when they reach the city. St Paul offered a $30 reward for his capture, likely to be collected by Cheyenne officers. Mailey is described as a press promoter and newspaper writer.

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