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Newspaper

Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jul 28, 1920

Page

16

Nominees Rise From Spontaneous Party Wish in Mass

Governor Coolidge received the formal notification of his nomination by spontaneous wish of the party from Governor Edwin P. Morrow of Kentucky in Northampton. Coolidge urged tax reform, lighter private extravagance, and better industry dispute settlement while praising wartime service and Negro rights. He affirmed a league of nations with reservations and pledged American independence in world peace efforts.

Northampton Mass Coolidge Edwin P. Morrow Kentucky League of Nations Senate America Warren G. Harding United Choice Republican Party

Marines Display Heavy Browning Gun at Frontier Days

Three United States Marine Corps officers Layne McKenna and Abbott arrived in Cheyenne with a heavy Browning machine gun for a recruiting display in front of the Jim Baker cabin at Frontier park during Frontier Days. They will demonstrate operation and may hold a firing demo on hills near the city later in the week.

United States Marine Corps Layne McKenna Abbott Cheyenne Jim Baker Frontier Park

Soviet Proposal Seen as Move Toward Recognition

Washington notes Russia proposed a London conference with allies, viewed unofficially as a plan to gain quasi recognition of the Soviet regime. The State Department had no official knowledge yet and prefers handling Poland’s ceasefire before any Grand Conference. UK and US interest centers on stabilizing Europe while wary of Soviet aims.

Washington Russia London State Department United States Poland Europe

State Tribune address guidance for notices

Important notice instructs readers not to address letters to individual staff members. Direct correspondence to the Wyoming State Tribune Cheyenne State Leader or Tribune Publishing Co Publishers.

State Tribune Wyoming State Tribune Cheyenne State Leader Tribune Publishing Co

Alleged Peddler of Drugs Brought Here

John Hays, a Black man, was brought to the county jail from Thermopolis to face grand jury consideration for violating the Harrison anti narcotic act by peddling opium and cocaine at Thermopolis. It is alleged he possessed about $500 in contraband drugs at the time of arrest.

John Hays Thermopolis District Court Hays

Frontier Cowpoke Fest Lures Big Crowd at Cheyenne

A lively Cheyenne arena show delights a large gathering with bucking broncos, wild horses, and stunt riders. Highlighted moments include Red Sublett and Dan Dix entertaining the crowd and a dramatic misadventure when a horse toppled a rider. The Arapahoe dancers return with wolf dances as spectators crave more thrills.

Red Sublett Dan Dix Red John United States Army Miss Wyoming Doc’ Davis Lafe Luman Colorado Darrell Cannon General Pershing Buck Lucas Charley Irwin Sam Scoville Kenneth Hayes Ronald McDonald Billy Peel Paul Hansen John Rick Harry Hawthorne Walt Webb Shorty Kelso Harry Schuler Slim Holder George Mullin B. K. Fernandez Fox Wilma Stuart Mace Frank Irwin Johnny Rick Henry Fitzgerald Little Bear Wye Fitz Arapahoe

Casper Twirler Offered Contract by Pittsburg Nationals

Casper Wyoming July 27 John Mapel a pitching anchor of the Casper Midwest team has been offered a contract by the Pittsburg Nationals with option to start now or next season He is 22 and brother of Rolla Webel former St Patrowns and now managing Brush Colorado teams

Casper Wyo John Mapel Casper Midwest Pittsburg Nationals Mapel Rolla Webel Ed St. Paterowns Brush Colo

Baseball scores from a fragmented 1910s game card

The text lists multiple baseball matchups with team names Cleveland Washington Philadelphia Pittsburg Boston Chicago New York Brooklyn Cincinnati and players Morton F O'Neil Gharrity Picinich Meadows Gallia Haeffner Barnes Smith Gonzales Haynes North Kime Clemmond Dilhoefer Marquard Mamaux and others. It reads like a box score fragment with runs hits and errors per side across two games and references two leagues.

New York Barnes Smith Gonzales Haynes North Kime Glenn Clemmond Dilhoefer

Financing of Wool Growers Topic for Bankers' Discussion

J. Z. Miller president of the Tenth district federal reserve bank and H. E. Ramsey chair man of that district with several Missouri valley bankers conferred with about forty bankers of southern and eastern Wyoming on financing wool growers until they can dispose of their wool crop. The visitors were guests of honor at a banquet at the Country club and are on a tour of the west.

J. Z. Miller Tenth District Federal Reserve Bank H. E. Ramsey Missouri Valley Wyoming Country Club West

Little McLerran Boy Succumbs to Fever

Benny McLerran eight year old son of Mr and Mrs Benjamin McLerran of 812 West Twenty seventh street died at 8 o clock Tuesday night after a scarlet fever onset July 10 He leaves a young sister who has recently recovered from the fever The funeral will be private at Early Bricker Brothers parlors Thursday at 10 o'clock and Lakeview will be the burial place.

Benny McLerran Benjamin McLerran West Twenty-seventh Street Early-Bricker Brothers Lakeview

Lloyd and His Party Branded as Cowardly

Chicago July 27 The state opened final arguments in the trial of Bross Lloyd and nineteen associates on charges of attempting to overthrow the government by force. Assistant State's Attorney Branhoff called the Communist Labor party born in lawlessness and described the scheme as a gigantic machine to drill revolution into citizens. Arguments expected to last about six days.

Chicago Bross Lloyd Communist Labor Party State Monday Branhoff United States New York William Bross Lloyd Our Republic George Washington

Five Inning Game Taken by Casperites

Casper defeats Brush in a five inning game by 6 to 4 as rain delays the fifth. Casper commits five errors allowing all Brush runs, while Rolla Maple of Brush allows two singles and a double amid costly miscues and a close decision.

Casper Wyc Brush Colo Hoffman Rolla Maple Yieldiag Casper Midwest

Funeral for Klaus Sievers Wednesday at Bricker parlors

Funeral services for Klaus Sievers will be held at the Harry Bricker Brothers Funeral parlors at 10 a.m. Wednesday. Interment will take place in Lake View Cemetery.

Klaus Sievers Harry Bricker Brothers Lake View

Elks Win at Scotts Bluff After Long Trip

Seventeen hundred fans saw Cheyenne Elks defeat Scotts Bluff 7 to 5 on the home field. Carter allowed six hits, Crowland and Myler homered, Carter tripled in the eighth. The town backed the visitors amid bets and cheers despite travel delays before the return trip.

Scotts Bluffs, Neb Cheyenne Elks Carter Hibs Crowland Myler Scotts Bluffs Cheyenne Elks

Immediate Payment of Man s Insurance

Frank A. Mau of Cokeville died recently and his life policy with Wyoming s Own Wraters National Life Insurance Co was paid in full within minutes after proofs of death were received. The Western National matches this prompt payment policy.

Frank A. Mau Cokeville Wyoming Wraters National Life Insurance Company May Western National

Lions Urge Members to Welcome Visitors in Cheyenne

Fred H. Porter, secretary of the Lions club, instructs members to greet strangers at the Plains hotel in Cheyenne. They should introduce themselves to arriving visitors from Kalamazoo and perform cheerful, proactive hospitality, especially in the Plains lobby Tuesday evening.

Fred H. Porter Lions' Club Cub Plains Hotel Mr. Blank Kalamazoo Plains Lions’ Club

Fleming Funeral Services Planned for Thursday

Funeral services for Charles P. Fleming are set for Thursday at 2 p m at W W Dumm mortuary with Rev J B Stubblefield presiding. Members of the Woodmen camp and lodge pallbearers will attend. Interment follows at Lakeview Cemetery.

Charles P. Fleming W. W. Dumm Mortuary J. 8 Stubblefield Woodman of the World Woodmen Lodge Lakeview Cemetery

Hotel at Oil Camp Costs $100,000

SALT CR ECK, Wyo July 27 The Midwest Refining company has broken ground here for a 24 room hotel with refrigeration plant and dining room capacity for 800 to be erected and equipped at a cost of 100000. The hotel will primarily serve company employees in the Salt Creek oil field but will be open to transients.

Salt Crheck Wyo Midwest Refining Company Salt Creek

Widow Seeks Full Estate for Husband Lacey

Fannie C. Lacey petitions Judge Metzner in district court to assign the entire estate of her deceased husband John A. Lacey for the support of her and their minor children. The judge orders all interested parties to appear on September 6 to show cause why the estate should not be turned over to the widow.

Fannie C. Lacey Metzner District Court John A. Lacey Mentzer

Woman's Beauty No Secret Crafted From Roots and Herbs

An advised remedy story promotes Lydia J. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a simple treatment for female ailments. The piece links distressed expression, lassitude, headaches, and mood to organic troubles and urges restoring health with the product.

Lydia J. Pinkham

Cheyenne Residents Note Road Park Additions and Cottage Growth

Cheyenne residents along Frontier Park on Tuesday noted marked improvements west of the city. Scores of cottages have been put up during the last year, signaling growth and expansion in the area.

Frontier Park

What They Did of New Leader

W T Judkins reports reception in Wyoming towns about the Leader sale and new ownership. Harry Weston of the American National Bank congratulates the change and notes the paper gains a metropolitan look and improved financial page. Newstands in Wheatland order more copies.

W. T. Judkins Wyoming Leader Harry Weston American National Bank Wheatland

Gagnon Wy­oming Oil Company Formed in Wyoming

The Gagnon Wyoming Oil Company filed incorporation in Wyoming with 600000 capital stock, 500000 shares, for oil drilling and development. Principal office at Rawlins and Homer A Francs named agent in charge. Seven directors named for the first year: Edward Joseph Gagnon, Gertrude Hs­ther Gagnon, Lee George Schlarman, Cavy Napoleon Gagnon, Zoel Joseph Dufour, Louis Holland, Arthur James Gagnon.

Wyoming Gagnon-Wyoming Oil Company Rawlins Wyo Princips

Federal Reserve Officers Guests of Local Bankers

The Wyoming Bankers Association hosted a dinner at the Country Club Tuesday evening honoring Governor J. Z. Miller and Asa Ramsay of the Federal Reserve Bank at Kansas City. About 37 attendees included Cheyenne bankers and guests from Denver and Omaha Fed offices. Speakers included Governor Miller, Mr. Ramsay, and Cheyenne leaders A. D. Johnston A. H. Marble J. W. Hay Arthur K. Lee J. D. Holliday and Harry B. Henderson.

Wyoming Bankers’ Association Country Club J. Z. Miller Asa Ramsay Federal Reserve Bank Kansas City Qcheyenne Group Burkhart Denver Darheart Omaha Governor Miller Mr. Ramsay A. D. Johnston Cheyenne A. H. Marble John W. Hay Rock Springs Arthur K. Lee Thermopolis J. D. Holliday Chicago Harry B., Henderson Stock Growers Bank the Plains Federal Preserve Board Warhart George Brimmer Rawlins Harry B. Henderson J. H. Walton

Dallas Crude Goes Up Sixty Per Cent

The Dallas field oil near Lander rose from 1.25 to 1.75 dollars per barrel on Monday. Northwestern Railroad is the main buyer using it for fuel, with a contract for most Lander output through September at the higher price. The rise brings Lander oil to parity with other Wyoming heavy oils. Mule Creek oil now brings 2.05 dollars.

Dallas Lander Northwestern Railroad Company Wyoming Mule Creek

Mill A Share Stock Value Raised by Great Western Petroleum

Great Western Petroleum calls a deferred annual meeting in Denver on August 25 to approve capitalization changes. The firm formed with 5 million shares at one mill each plans to raise par value while keeping 6 million shares unchanged. It holds a Salt Creek lease half of section 6 39 78 and partners with Mountain and Gulf on a 50 50 profits share.

Great Western Petroleum Company Denver Salt Creek Mountain & Gulf

Living aboard the Olympic costs five thousand dollars daily

The Olympic, the largest British liner, offers a luxurious voyage at $5,000 a day for a private cabin. Cheaper option of $250 a day is available if sharing a smaller cabin. The ship has wireless telephone instruments enabling transcontinental talks during voyage.

Southampton Eng

Bricklayers Demand Twelve Dollars a Day

Bricklayers on the new school house quit work after requesting a raise from eleven to twelve dollars a day. The same action hit the new apartment house. Many strikers left the city, but some rumored to return to work on the apartment at the old wage. Contractors and stockholders set a construction budget based on the original wages, and strike clauses may delay completion.

Lincoln Highway to Pine Bluffs reports mixed road quality

The report notes sections from Cheyenne to Pine Bluffs as good to excellent with rough conditions from Medicine Bow to Rawlins and near Salt Wells. Fort Collins to Casper roads vary from excellent to rough with caution advised at Pole Creek and uneven stretches toward Lander and Shoshoni. Forecasts for July 26 to 31 expect generally fair weather with scattered showers and near normal temperatures.

Cheyenne Pine Bluffs Buford West Telephone Canon Lincoln Highway Ames Monument Laramie West Medicine Row Rawlins Salt Wells Evanston Ogden Castle Rock Hoho Canon Laramie Wood's Landing Centennial Fort Collins Woods Creek Laramie-Walden Big Piney Daniel Good Daniel Lane Yellowstone Greeley Road Casper Pole Creek Shoshoni Walton Moneta Riverton Lander

Governor Lowden to Stump for Harding

Governor F O Lowden will campaign for the Republican ticket. The plan came after a conference with Hays and Senator New who leads the speakers bureau. New announced a list of over 16 000 speakers including about 1 500 women and noted a national headquarters plan shifting from Columbus to Chicago.

Chicago F. O. Lowden Hays The National Committee Harry §. New Indiana New Columbus

Father to Sue City For Death in Park

Dr. Joseph M. Ramirez through attorney A. D. Walton filed for letters of administration on his eight year old son Clarence Ramirez's estate. The deceased died July 17 when a park swing fell on him in Cheyenne. The estate is listed as a cause of action against the city for damages.

Joseph M. Ramirez A. D. Walton Clarence Ramirez Cheyenne

Brown Moves Aye After Puzzling Commission Moment

In Sacramento a commissioner named Brown made a motion at a meeting. He glanced out the window then sat beside Turner who asked for the motion. Turner urged, Second the motion, while Brown admitted uncertainty. He then declared his vote aye as if confirming the action already chosen.

Sacramento Brown Turner Darnea

Disorder at Highland Park Over Spooners and Prayers

Residents of Highland Park mourn the lack of a happy medium as police struggle with noise from religious gatherings and noisy spooners. Cops are trying to deter the religious activities that disturb sleep at night.

Houston Tighland Park Spooners

Youngsters Rally for Spare Coins on Busy Streets

Children and townsfolk line popular corners with lemonade stands while visitors pass by. Dozens of small stands dot the busiest streets as youngsters seek nickels and spare coins from passersby.

Mrs Coble Seeks County Clerk Nomination on Republican Ticket

Mrs John C Coble filed notice for county clerk on the Republican ticket with County Clerk Ida C Graham. She works in the state livestock commission office and is a widow with a large family. C C Branson also filed for county treasurer on the Democratic ticket as filings close Wednesday noon.

John C. Coble Ida CG. Graham Coble State Livestock Commissioners Office C. C. Branson

Midwest Refining Increases Capacity With Six New Stills

Six additional stills at the Midwest Refining plant raise the maximum capacity to 50 000 barrels per day, with actual capacity about 40 000. The expansion supports Salt Creek production, aims to reach nearly 75 000 bpd combining Grey Bull and Laramie plants, and accompanies a new Salt Creek to Casper pipeline boosting throughput.

Midwest Salt Creek Here Denver Greybull Laramie Midwest Refining Company Casper

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Wioh Marine Corps Uncle Sam Frontier Casper Twirler Detroit Leonard, Ayers Woodall Faber and Schalk H B Cleveland Morton F. O’neil Zachary Courtney Charrity Cleveland Caldwell Uhl Faeth Myers O'Neil Nunnamaker Erickson and Gharrity Picinich Philadelphia Pittsburg Meadows Gallia Trogressor Hamilton and Haeffner Boston Fillingim Rudolph Tyler Daley Brooklyn Cincinnati Marquard Mamaux Mitchell Mohart Elliott Ruether Allen Wingo Lloyd Casperites Claus Seivers Scotts Bluff RHW Bluffs Lions Charles A. Fleming Oil Camp Federal Reserve Officers Lowden Harding Notich Cheyenne Delivery Co Laramie County Olmer HB. Smith Wed & Sat Wed & Sun Castoria Heer Geo. P. Knight Capitol DR. C Southington Remedy CO Foley Ahso R. M. Rawley Stanford E. ©. Hostier Grand Teland Neb Wyoming Oil Securities Liberty Bonds D. S. Dickert Carey Avenue Cheyenne, Wyoming KODAK Plains Pharmacy Co
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