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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1910
Page
2
Raymond Stevenson, a cowpuncher living one mile from town, was dragged three hundred yards down a mountain after his rope tangled around a pony during a roundup. He survived initial injuries but remains in critical condition as a Sheridan physician tends to him at his home.
Douglas June 17. Officials state the North Platte irrigation system will finish next week and begin supplying ample water to newly reclaim arid lands near Mace. The completed network enables extensive irrigation for the area this season.
Prosecuting Attorney C A Kutcher and Judge W S Metz secured a continuance of Mrs Jessie Carmen's murder trial for killing James McCoy on April 29. She remains jailed with poor health and bail denied by Judge Carpenter on motion. Farmers welcome timely rain aiding irrigation and dry farms in Sheridan.
Mrs. John Barkley sustained serious injuries when an automobile driven by J. Jeffrica of Sheridan collided with her buggy on the road eight miles north of Buffalo. The crash demolished the buggy and reports say the accident was unavoidable.
In Casper on June 17 a major electrical storm knocked down six residents across the town. No serious injuries were reported though victims included W. B. Millett, a local merchant, and Mrs. Goth.
An advertisement claims Dulty's Pure Malt Whiskey treats diseases of the lungs throat and stomach and strengthens the body. It promotes digestion and nourishment and is said to be prescribed by doctors. Readers can write The Duffy Malt Whiskey Co in Rochester New York for advice and a medical booklet.
Fragmentary text mentions Millett and Merchant among others but fails to reveal full context or details of events, causing an incomplete record with learnable names only partially.
A 12 year old named Donaldson, daughter of Alex Donaldson, was thrown from a horse while riding six miles from the ranch to Sheridan. She struck her head, lost consciousness, and was found on the outskirts near the city. A physician identified her from a waist letter. she remains hospitalized as her condition is critical.
Mrs L Duvee sold her interest in the Ati by hotel to Joe Lythgoe and left for a visit with her daughter. Miss Morgan now runs the mercantile in the post office building after purchasing stock from Mr Hancock. Sheep shearers of Arnold and Pa's flocks completed work and owners store wool. A new brick bank building contract is awarded to M Revell of Pouglew and may start soon. Dr J Smith bought Dr Newsom’s office and practice. Katie Sarvey and William Keen to wed at Casper this Saturday.
The census bureau reports over 11 billion telephone conversations in 1907, up from about 5 billion in 1902, with total wire mileage and employment rising. The Bell system dominated with 61.2 percent of telephones and 88.8 percent of wire, while independent lines held the remainder. long distance tolls and expanding networks boosted the industry nationwide. A county road note closes a passage near D. & Russell military range as ordered by the Board of County Commissioners.
In New York June 17 the Brooklyn Trust Company proved a family Bible in surrogate court showing Walter Sheffer born May 28 39 years ago. The tool supported that he had not yet reached 40 when he demanded his share, so Surrogate Ketcham dismissed the claim.
Greeley Colorado June 17 Mrs Agnes J Winegar a 62 year old grandmother eloped to Denver with W B Thomas said to be more than twenty years younger. He is believed to have married her there yesterday. Winegar is sister of Colonel W W Ferguson Commander In Chief Colorado Wyoming department G A R and state historical society curator. Her son George Winegar a farmer did not learn of the marriage until reading of a license issued in Denver yesterday.
New York June 17. Hast Orvange high school seniors vote to allow Anks Isabell Vandervall, a negro student, to attend the Gate at the Woman's Club of Orange with an escort if she chooses a same race partner. Irene Vandervail will not receive a ticket. the color line incident is closed. The Paul Jones dance on the program is to be the only event requiring partner change and will be eliminated by the dance committee.
Following a decision by the committee, San Francisco pledges funds to support an exposition. The plan includes a contribution of seven and a half million dollars, with details on the total package and identifying supporters yet to be announced.
Walter J. Travis of Garden City defeated George Lyon, longtime Canadian champion, in the Lythewood Hall trophy semi final at Noble Huntingdon Valley Country Club. Travis led by four up with four to play and won four holes under par. H. B. Heyburn defeated B. Stuttherthwaite to reach the final, with Travis set to face Heyburn for the trophy this afternoon.
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