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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1914
Page
2
In Laramie Wyoming the discovery of oil near the city triggers a flood of prosser claims filed in the county clerk’s office. Thirty five claims are recorded on 20 acre plots with 274 signers, mostly stockholders in the Laramie Oil Development company, fuelled by optimistic market conditions.
National Forest results show heavy stock losses from disease, predation, drought, and poisonous plants on open ranges. Co operation between forest and animal industry bureaus reduces deaths and encourages vaccination. Over eight years forest officers killed more than 26 000 predatory animals to cut losses.
Cody Wyoming expects federal help for a municipal water system overhaul. Representative Mondell and Hon. George T. Beck discussed a possible federal appropriation of at least 100000 after Beck urged action in Washington. Beck also contacted the reclamation service, but officials said no funds are available in that department for the project.
The Bureau of Industry has studied poisonous plants and antidotes including larkspur. Methods exist to treat poisoned animals, but observation is late on open range. The Forest Service plans to equip a limited number of rangers with syringes and chemicals to treat cattle quickly, potentially saving a steer.
A. C. Bailey of Pittsburg Wyoming Oil Co reports a well at about 1400 feet on Boilergreen tonch in Laramie Wyoming awaiting an expert with nitroglycerine to shot the well in hopes of opening a large oil body. Previous pockets have appeared at various depths since the 400 foot level, with the current depth showing the strongest indication yet. If oil is not found, drilling will continue.
Chas. Finlayeon and H Brees of Union Pacific met in town for rail road level news. PF Smith returned from Ogden to join the Cheyenne consistory and resume duties next week. Wheat transport fears grow as Chicago railroads anticipate a car shortage this season affecting midwest to central markets. The Supreme Court decision expanding ICC control sparks optimism for railroads. Gratton named master mechanic at Pocatello after Oregon Short Line posting changes. D and R G shops at Salt Lake funded a large American flag by 800 employees of diverse nationalities, with ceremonies and local praise.
New Raymer Colorado reports a dog named Fidelity died after protecting its owner W. A. Centre from a rattlesnake. The dog rushed the snake and was bitten on the head, dying within half an hour.
London reports the death of Bennett Burleigh age about 70, a veteran war correspondent famed for covering the American Civil War and later writing for the London Daily Telegraph from 1682 until his death. He was born near Glasgow and joined the Confederates, being captured twice and sentenced to death by Northern forces.
Mrs H T Wine of Renens City reports doctors said she could never be a mother yet she now proudly holds two babies. She praises the medicine’s effect and endorses its use for others. Another testimonial from a different woman is promised.
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