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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1920
Page
10
Mexican authorities order Jack Johnson former heavyweight champion out of the country saying no provisional government exists. His next destination is unknown after fleeing Europe and gaining popularity with sportsmen. He faces possible arrest and trial in the United States for alleged Mann Act violations.
A humorous scene unfolds as a college student recounts his rapid rise and a lively street encounter. An artist sketches, asks about the paper, and a witty exchange follows about a possible print. A man offhandedly asserts a personal item belongs to him.
G A Emery visits Cheyenne after eighteen years and praises the city’s growth and lawfulness. He recalls Cheyenne in 1872 as wild and wooly and notes it is now a pretty, progressive town. Emery, son of A S Emery, reunites with old friends at Justice Houseman’s office before heading to Colorado Springs amid family illness in Omaha.
Miss Fowler was yesterday reappointed county home demonstrator for the ensuing year by the board of county commissioners. In addition to the reappointment there was a pay increase of $12.50 per month. Her term expired July 4. The county agricultural agent tenure does not expire until January and that office did not enter into the proceedings.
A state leader calls for paying one hundred percent dividends to residents and offering them a trial period to test the plan's impact. The proposal emphasizes direct support and broader economic relief through immediate cash distributions.
Colonel J A Jordan visits Cheyenne to promote a loan of 18000 to build a mail plane hangar. The plan includes county participation and campaigns by the Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club. If approved, the hangar will house four aircraft with two more airborne for most of the time.
A Convict named F. H. Bocker received a pardon from the state board of charities and reform yesterday afternoon. He was sent from Converse county on a sedomy charge. The board acted favorably after finding grave doubt about his guilt.
Bishop Patrick A. McGovern will travel from New York to Naplow before proceeding to Rome to present a report to Pope Benedict XV. Catholic bishops are required to make a personal visit every ten years, and McGovern joins this year’s voyage with other bishops.
A Wyoming bill to compel all school teachers to demonstrate loyalty and Americanism before teaching would place flags over classroom cases and require pupils to recite the American creed. Introduced in the sixteenth legislature, it gains backing from the American Legion and other patriotic bodies.
A memorandum from the G A A was sent to the American Legion following a meeting early in the war era. Henderson Jr prompted the measure during the session, aiming to mobilize veteran support.
Unseasonable spring weather triggers hay fever and asthma with more people coughing and sneezing. The copy promotes Foley's Honey and Tar as a trusted family remedy that soothes sore throats, clears nasal passages, and eases breathing, available everywhere.
An even split of the profits from Frontier days street vendor stands is planned this year between the city and Gheyenne merchants. A charge of 50 cents per square foot will be assessed, with half going to the city and the remainder to the merchants leasing locations. Previously merchants kept all the funds.
Cheyenne police announce a security plan for the Frontier anniversary events. Twenty additional officers will be deployed citywide, some in uniform and others in plain clothes, to ensure order during the big show.
Franklin D Olier national commander of the American Legion will visit Cheyenne July 25 and 26 coming from Denver and arriving at 9 35 p m on July 25 and leaving the next day the schedule announced yesterday in Cheyenne.
A frontier celebration honors community figures as a local editor from Oye AmericanLeain magazine attends with his wife and a Jones FB companion. The event underscores collaborative civic spirit and cultural outreach in the area.
Announcement from Thelieve PF announces candidacy for Sheriff on the Democratic ticket. The candidate cites long service under former and late sheriffs Singhes and Pat Mayes, promising competent, efficient service and dedicated effort to serve the county.
With Ju here and summer frocks arriving parasols are used as decorative costume accessories. Colorful materials like silk duvetyne satin taffeta and georgette dominate. Parasol and outfit often share the same fabric or trimming for a coordinated look.
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