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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
2
The notice tallies subscriptions to the Memorial Respital Fund with numerous donors named, totals shown for gifts of various amounts from individuals and businesses. The report lists hundreds of contributions, notes a total of 61,099 dollars, and says additional donors will be published later.
City residents saw tourists at the municipal camping ground and aeronautics displays at the flying field. Miss Sarah J. McKens ie was reappointed to a four year term on the state board of examiners for nurses. Hospital campaign solicitors reported strong support. Sinnis fans filled the city park benches awaiting court action on a new venue. The Eagles planned another novelty ball. Dr. B F Davis left for Denver on stockyard business. M J McCoy also traveled to Denver. County commissioners met in routine session. work on the Yellowstone highway toward the Colorado line proceeds, known locally as the Greeley road. Motor trucks and cars with powerful headlights alarm Cheyenne residents. A large water pool south of the Corlett sano from recent pumping was observed. Undersheriff Davis hunted the Mexican suspect in a jealousy case. City officials ordered impounding stray animals. Swimming remained popular with youngsters, some showing eggplant hue after the dip. Harold R Stabler, Cheyenne navy man in Panama, expected home soon to visit his brother Frank J Stabler. Governor Robert D Carey planned to leave Cheyenne for Chicago Republican convention. Sophomore girls held a camp meeting at the High School. R C T C campers will depart Saturday per Major Kerwin. Students lament poor book care, with fines now incurred. Cheyenne State Leader ads promise results.
The article notes Bolsheviks making gains near Minsk with Polish forces sustaining losses. Bolshevik strikes target Dvinsk and Kiev remains a shell, while Russian forces concentrate at Vetebsk. Reds pivot to block Polish aid from Kiev to Minsk. Reinforcements are reportedly being sent for a renewed test of strength.
The article notes Cheyenne's rising role as gateway to Lincoln and Yellowstone highways, attracting thousands of tourists to Wyoming’s streams and camps. It highlights upriver fishing appeal, rapid auto traffic through Cheyenne, and the Chamber of Commerce hospitality and camping facilities drawing visitors and investment.
The article notes that many visitors are local residents seeking recreation while others come from distant states drawn by Wyoming’s growing reputation as a paradise for sportsmen. It highlights the influx of travelers attracted by the region’s appeal.
Casper Midwest Refining company baseball team plans a June schedule on the road with at least three away cities. Starting June 9 at Laurel Montana, they face Laurel in two games then Billings, Sterling, and Grey Bull in Colorado. Greybull hosts later games after July 5 with Casper seeking pitching help and an outfielder from the American Association.
Two prominent Wyoming newspaper workers have died in the past days. Mrs. Gera B. Wanamaker, editor of the Rock Springs Rocket, died after an operation at the state hospital in Rock Springs. Mrs. Donal MacQueen, a frequent Cheyenne Casper and Lander contributor, died in Chicago after a long illness. Her remains were sent to Fort Wayne Indiana for interment.
J. H. Grundish was taken into police court yesterday and fined $10 for disturbance. The penalty was remitted when Grundish agreed to muzzle his dog, reported as a vicious animal by police.
Police were called to quiet a troublesome dog and the owner was arrested for failing to restrain the animal. The owner agreed to muzzle the dog to prevent harm to nearby residents.
Excavations for sewer connections underway on Carey avenue between Seventeenth Street and Lincoln highway. Hobba Huckfeldt & Flikbinder offer prompt auto top service. Crow Creek high water disrupts bass fishing efforts. Hobbs Huckfeldt & Finkbinder showcase large baby carriages and sulkies. Cheyenne fans show burned-out appearance due to lack of watering.
W O Benner lists automobile insurance and a real estate and insurance contact J A Kirkpatrick at 1824 Carey Ave. Cement steps are under construction at the old H N Boyd house on Hast Seventeenth. Union Trust Co offers 6 percent savings. Foundation work for a cement walk at the city building proceeds with many loads of cinders needed. Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Co offices at 3056 First National Bank Bldg. Woodbine begins to turn green with shade soon. Taxi and express service available at 984.
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