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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1913
Page
5
Community listings note a bake sale at John Tone grocery store with proceeds for a local cause. A roundup at the state experimental farm in Joher Lomarrow occurs under Ladies Aid and R. M. A. Meanwhile the Dig program begins at 1 o clock this afternoon in Minnehaha Park.
A transcontinental motor party from Bedford Massachusetts led by Charles L Felano William Bard and Charles Viamond arrived at the Plains hotel after traveling from Bedford to Cheyenne and beyond They plan to proceed via Laramie Rawlins and Salt Lake to Los Angeles then return by southern routes The State Leader notes the Wyoming want ad monitor as a resource for travelers The accompanying Palermo mine disaster reports forty miners killed when a sulfur mine caught fire at Castel Termini Italy
Prominent physician endorses an Othine treatment to remove freckles promising a clear complexion. The ad claims rapid results with early fading and a money back guarantee if it fails, urging readers to ask for double strength ethine.
Local notices highlight Miller's as a reliable watch repair and adjusting shop at 1709 Carey Ave offering high quality work at moderate prices. Various society items report residents visiting, traveling to California, and attending events, with mentions of officials, attorneys, and merchants.
Thieves blew a safe at the Rosenbers and Daniel jewelry supply house in New York City early today and escaped with jewelry valued between 20 000 and 20 000 dollars. A second safe of greater value remained untouched as criminals attempted to force it open.
Citizens of Richmond Kentucky sent 95.50 to Sherman Allen treasurer of the American Red Cross for Ohio Valley flood sufferers and their descendants. The Red Cross total for flood sufferers reaches 1,967.25 to date. Subscribe for the State Leader.
In a district court trial linked to the murder of Mrs. Jemin e Root Jenkins in April 1912, Herbert Woodman seeks $270 rent for the house at 2212 House Street from October 1, 1912, to July 4, 1913. The Jenkins estate reportedly took custody of the property October 1 and has occupied it for nine months with furniture removed only since July 1, and another family now resides there.
The Standard Oil Company yesterday paid Wyoming 6011 dollars for the right to do business in the state. It filed articles of incorporation with Deputy Mary Wescott, listing Whiting Indiana as principal office and capital stock at 30 million dollars. The stock holders exceed 550 names. Filing is required before building a refinery at Casper.
The body of a man about 64 and believed to be W. Dickinson of Waldo Kansas was found by a Union Pacific freight crew at 2 a m near Salt Wells close to Rock Springs. Reports say he fell from a passenger train and was killed. Papers indicate the name and travel from Waldo to LeGrande Oregon. The body was taken to Rock Springs where the coroner seeks relatives.
Eight final proofs were granted by the United States land office yesterday. Lillie Newell and Garrett completed proofs on a desert claim. Several individuals from Egbert and surrounding areas filed proofs on home and desert lands including John H. Nichols Morrill Nebraska and others. Four applications were received: Charles R. Watson Rawlins soldier's allotment Hannah J. Bell Toltec desert land Harry H. Sands Campatool and Ward Roberts Gering for homesteads.
The Leader donates six months of subscriptions as third prize in the married clerks race at Minnehaha Park today. The event promises a lively outing with prizes accumulating, including a fancy parasol donated by William Myers Dry Goods Company for a ladies contest.
A half section of lands withdrawn under the North Platte project will reopen to entry. The parcels may be settled starting August 15, 1913, with entry available September 1, 193. Described as NWLEW SW and WBE in Section 7, Township 24 North, Range 61 West.
Milwaukee report of the steamship Normandie running aground near Bare Point. About 6500 barrels of salt were dumped into the lake before a salvage pulloff, making the water unusually briny for Bathera and onlookers.
July 17 Mexico City reports General Felix Dias named special ambassador to Japan to convey thanks for Japan's part in Mexico's centennial celebration. The move emphasizes bilateral ties and commemorates the milestone with the allied nation.
A call for plain honesty in public life urges voters and leaders to apply integrity to all issues from stock watering to bribery in elections. The piece argues honesty must be a national touchstone beyond party lines and guide all policy and personal conduct.
Albany July 17 The legislature halted disciplinary action against Supreme Court Justice Daniel Pf. Cohalan after a joint judiciary committee found no charges proven and recommended ending proceedings. The report said no case for legislative action had been established.
Boston July 17 Lewis F Post assistant secretary of labor reports no change in the stance of strikers or management at two Hyde Park plants controlled by Governor Fors. Post’s visit from Washington included a labor leaders backed offer which the strikers must unconditionaly surrender to accept. A mass meeting is planned for tomorrow to decide.
On July 17 the steamers Sheboygan and Iowa of the Goodrich Line collided in fog at the mouth of Chicago harbor. The Sheboygan incurred minor damage while the Iowa suffered a thirty foot bow hole, was towed to her wharf, and sank later. No deaths or injuries reported. financial loss heavy for the Iowa and its cargo.
A harvest of banana dishes including fried bananas with butter, banana tarts, banana puddings, a lemon flavored bake, fruit salad with bananas, banana critters batter, baked bananas with salt, banana sponge with citrus, daintily browned fried bananas, and serving ideas with custard or cream. Includes hints on frying, baking, and flavor additions like lemon, orange, ginger, and nuts.
The notes recount a Sunday debt topic with Alose Tyson substituting for Marjage Whipple who was away. A large crowd attended with lively, odd responses to the leader. Strangers attended, Miss Whipple enjoyed her trip, and plans included Helen Hagar’s trip to Ft. Collins and Nellie Stanfield camping with Mr and Mrs Stanfield. Flower gifts were requested to brighten the room.
A terse note describes a cautious suitor facing a protective father and social snubs as he pursues a romance. Some onlookers scoff while others view the affair with grave seriousness.
A Cheyenne notice invites strangers to the First Baptist church at Nineteenth and Warren, urging attendance next Sunday night at seven. It highlights a welcoming welcome, a good pianist and leader, and notes a small membership but strong features of their gatherings.
A list of guests checking into a hotel including C. C. Dance from Denver, T. T. Clark from Denver, Joseph Anderson from Denver, Charles McQueen from Kansas City, E. A. Cros er from Chicago, Fred Boucher from Chicago, J. E. Thele from Omaha, MLM from Kidder, Fremont, £. C. Dodge from Denver, G. Guthril from San Diego, GC. C. Bruce from Denver, Joseph Purcell from Pemerville, James Purcell from Pemerville, Tohu Nol from Chicago, G. M. Fouts from Sterling, Tl. M. Isham from Sterling, A. H. Christman from Fort Collins, Ed. Legget from Fort Collins, W. N. Smith and family from Lincoln, Chas G. Glen and wife from Woodland Oregon, D. L. Wood and wife from Woodland Oregon, H. M. Sterdlow from Fort Collins, Roy Gittenger from Norman Oklahoma.
A long catalog of individuals and hometowns including Omaha Fort Collins Denver Indianapolis Laramie Casper Wheatland Wheatland Wheatland New Bedford New Bedford Chicago Sioux City and others. The fragment shows many personal names with associated cities and states, suggesting a directory or committee roll.
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