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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1910
Page
5
A dispatch quotes a political scene in which opponents of the Republicans push back against perceived threats while leaders insist they will prevail next time. The speaker regrets a flood of correspondence and recalls a boast about God resting after making a certain Western senator.
Porter Brown, a North Beverly resident, shaved his 47year beard after spotting a motorcar and a bystander shout there goes the president during Taft’s stop in Beverly. He then celebrated at a barber shop and recalled his surprise at seeing a real live president.
United States circuit court of appeals granted a stay on the Interstate Commerce Commission’s sleeping car rate reduction. Judges Seaman Grosseup and Baker allowed a rehearing after new evidence suggested some cars operated at losses under existing rates. Bond to be furnished by affected companies.
A court could order reimbursement to passengers who paid current rates if the commission sticks to its initial stance on the fare reduction upon rehearing. The dispute centers on whether refunds are required despite the imposed charges continuing during the appellate review.
Visalia Cal July 11 The giant forest sequoias are likely doomed as a forest fire roars through the area burning through the large trees in the vast grove. The fire threatens the world famous Sequoias and surrounding timberlands. Neighbors and authorities fight to control the blaze as winds drive the flames.
A shifting wind drives flames toward the giant grove endangering nearby hotels and summer resorts. Officials warn of imminent destruction as evacuation and containment efforts intensify.
San Francisco July 11 Tex Rickard says he will sue Governor Gillett next week to recover $30 claiming financial losses from the dispute.
Rickard contends the governor promised no interference with the California fight but later called out the militia after arena work began, affecting preparations for the Johnson Jeffries bout.
The Republican central committee fixed September 15 as the convention date and Rawlins as the site. Members met at the First National Bank building with Chairman C W Burdlek presiding and approved county delegate apportionment based on votes, naming Albany Big Horn Fremont Laramie Natrona Sheridan Sweetwater Uinta and other counties for 170 total delegates.
Knights of Columbus announce a regular meeting tonight with W. R. Junk as recorder and Collier's White Lead noted at Sherman Co.
The article reports Antone Roch of Chino dying at Sacramento County Hospital from a spine fracture after a failed attempt to escape. Jeffries was beaten by Johnson and later died after a fall in the jail. Roehl survived an attempted drowning, saved by two officers, then killed himself by jumping to the floor an hour later.
Warrant redemption actions cover October 31, 1909 to November 21, 1960. Only those issued, presented, and stamped will be processed at the county treasurer’s office, with a cutoff on July 12, 1910, after which no further warrants will be accepted. Public notice from Luke Voorneers, County Treasurer.
A Texas delegate at the International Sunday School convention boasted about the first white woman born in Texas now living with a population over three million. The crowd paused before a gallery voice called to send that woman to Wyoming, prompting stunned reaction. A coupon ad for Hazel Cold Cream by Palace Pharmacy appears in the text.
Ruz sell D. Herriman, reputed leader of the Maybray gang of race trade and prize fight swindlers, died last night at Oakland hospital after stomach cancer operation. He had been in Alameda county jail awaiting appeal to the U S Supreme Court against a circuit court order moving him to Council Bluffs for trial.
All persons holding Eagle bonds may collect interest by presenting coupons at Stock Growers bank. J. Castle W. Pres. c. H Hawksworth, Secy.
Bertha Rath, longtime Cheyenne resident and widow of George Rath, died at St John’s hospital after a two week illness. Survived by eight children and two sisters, she was 65 and a native of Hamburg. Funeral plans await relatives. remains to be moved to her former home at 2017 Penian street with viewing hours set.
Fragmentary notes recount a late night White House visit by a political figure. Assertions claim low public support and distrust toward the campaign. No clear dates or fully formed events are provided in the text.
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