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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1919
Page
12
A July event card lists races and contests including Wild Burro Riding, a 1% Mile Company Race, Stake Race, Indian Race, Cowgirls Cowpony Race, Indian War Dance, Ladies World Championship Bucking, and more. Purses range from $15 to $1,000 with multiple day formats and rules for ponies, saddles, and participation.
Secretary Joe Cahill directs that all entries be filed at once for the upcoming event. The notice emphasizes prompt submission and outlines the filing process for participants.
A long list of rodeo events includes bareback riding bulls and steers, Indian squaw races, fancy and trick riding, wild horse and steer roping contests, and relay races. Prizes range from 15 to 800 dollars with daily divisions and rules. entries require horses, riders, and specific gear.
Saturday July 26 at Frontier Park features 15 events from Wild Barro Riding to finals in Bulldogging and Trick Riding. Open to riders including full blood natives in Indian Race and Sioux War Dance acts. Purse ranges from 4 to 100 dollars with per-event details and eligibility notes.
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