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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1910
Page
4
Citizens condemn the immoral district in Cheyenne within 250 yards of the post office. They urge immediate removal of vice houses to a remote location to protect property values and public interest over a few selfish concerns.
Editorial protests two hazards in Cheyenne: overpowering searchlights blinding pedestrians and the loud steam whistle on Colorado & Southern engines. It argues for regulated headlights and removal of the piercing whistle to prevent accidents and reduce nuisance in city limits and along the Fort Russell route.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe city post office management issues. References mention postmaster, improved facilities, new stock, and nightly activity, with unclear details about lighting and safety measures.
Editorial complains of mismanagement at the Cheyenne post office as exterior lights are disabled at all entrances and interior lamps are extinguished except two faint units. Night access is unsafe and mail could be compromised, urging procedure changes and competent supervision.
The newspaper recalls the death of William Sidney Porter writing as O Henry. It notes his distinctive humor and compares him to Mark Twain as a premier American humorist. The piece reflects on Porter’s influence and the loss to literature.
Senator Clark of Wyoming joined Senator Nelson in criticizing a bill authorizing withdrawal of public lands for public purposes. The language would grant broad authority, Wyoming argues, risking overreach and limiting entry rights.
Local sports page previews a major baseball event titled The Biles Big Show, slated for Tuesday. Event coverage highlights key players, venue, and expectations for a high profile matchup with strong community interest.
A political poem laments city neglect of youth play spaces. The speaker contrasts abundant rooms for shops courts and adults with no playgrounds for boys, urging investment in safe play areas to prevent crime and future harm.
In Jefferson City Missouri authorities report a penitentiary counterfeit operation was uncovered. Two prisoners named Jaynes and Joseph Wal, both long-term inmates from Kansas City, were implicated as part of the ring assembling counterfeit coins and notes, with evidence pointing to a fully equipped facility and ongoing plans.
A collision caused a fire and the death of a fireman. Debris and tumbling wreckage spread as responders fought to control the blaze. The incident disrupted the scene as investigations and inquiries began into the fatal accident.
A coroner is in charge of the remains of Greek victims after a fatal blaze. An investigating board from the railroad company will determine the cause and actions leading to the tragedy. The accident did not delay Westie’s schedule.
Mike Malone of Denver defeated Kid Shaffer of Chicago by knockout in the eleventh round of a scheduled twenty round bout at Engies Hall. The fight was one of Cheyenne's fastest glove contests with five rounds in doubt. A wrestling match between Frank Brown of Cheyenne and Kid Lieberman of Fort Russell ended in a draw after two ten minute sessions. A four round preliminary between Young Winaten and Private Oxenberg ended in a draw. Choice lot on Maxwell, 650.
Washington reports indicate a conference between the house and senate on the railroad bill is nearing. Insurgent Republicans and Democrats favor accepting the penate version to avoid further talks, while Regulars resist and seek a clean bill. The President will urge sending the measure to conference to make the interstate commerce commission investigation provisions effective.
McGarvey the contractor for the Rowand Top reservoir excavation of the enlarged waterworks system announces completion is near. The last material will be removed from the hole before week end and Bartlett Brown estimated the remaining digging at about 2000 yards.
A large cornered campaign to elect a governor unfolds amid fractured factions. The dispute centers on General W. Egan and the disbarred attorney linked to Mrs. Moses Kaufman, highlighting a split within the Progressive and reformist forces.
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