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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1910
Page
13
Seattle crowds rush north to the Klondike strike seen as the greatest rush since 1897 with signals of rich gold camps. Reports describe 35 miles of pay dirt across five creeks with widths up to 600 feet and pan riches from 40 to 60 dollars.
In San Francisco on June 18, Louis Blot’s attorneys announced the Langford Kaufman bout would be postponed a week to June 25. The plan aims to compel gubernatorial interference and seek a court test. Militia units arrived at Monterey readiness to move to the city if needed.
La Follette denounces last week’s Milwaukee convention as a frame-up led by Aldrich Cannon allies. He argues the delegates were self-appointed, the party unsettled, and the regularity of the process questioned while warning that the rising tide of reform will not be silenced.
Theodore Roosevelt lands in New York after fifteen months abroad and receives a rousing reception. He greets friends and Rough Riders at Oyster Bay and vows to say little on politics for now as crowds cheer in Battery Park and Broadway. he reflects on his public service career and his return to the nation.
San Francisco reports a postponement of Langford Kaufman shifts focus to Nevada. Rickard hints at a Frisco venue change but plans to announce the location by Monday night. Reno Goldfield and Bly offer bids as fighters prepare to move and camps wind down in California.
New York June 18 Aviator Charles K Hamilton will travel to Europe before summers end to attempt a London to Edinburgh flight for a prize of 50000 dollars. The route covers about 400 miles and may involve two landings. Promoters have offered substantial sums for rights in Europe.
President Taft signed the railroad bill at 10:15 p m returning to Washington from Pennsylvania. The statehood bill was not signed. Congress passed both measures earlier, with the railroad measure expanding commerce commission powers and regulating railroads. Arizona and New Mexico statehood fate remained uncertain, tied to constitutional ratifications and voter submission.
Washington reports an omnibus public buildings bill with appropriations totaling 19 288 500. Taft and congressional leaders secured assurance of enactment. Key projects include Rapid City South Dakota 100 600 Brookings South Dakota 70 000 Casper Wyoming 55 000 and Douglas Wyoming 65 000 with Sioux Falls South Dakota cap raised to 100 000.
Bat Masterson believes Jack Johnson fears James J. Jeffries and doubts his own form against the retired heavyweight champion when they meet on Independence Day. He notes Johnson has proven against past foes but may not perform at peak versus Jeffries.
The speaker notes that Jeffries handles tough opponents and may quit when hurt. He mentions Marvin Hart Sandy Tergu son Klondike and a man likely to quit against such rivals, but admits uncertainty in predicting prize fight outcomes. Johnson could be underestimated.
A powerful storm hit New York two hours after a Roosevelt parade causing sudden downpour and wind to 53 mph. Three deaths were confirmed, four others believed drowned after a boat capsized off Long Island, and several excursion steamers ran aground or had near misses.
In San Francisco on June 17 17 year old Waguene Speyer fell 50 feet while practicing in an aero pine glider attached to a car He died shortly after at a local hospital Speyer is the son of a wealthy widow of the city.
London June 1 Packy McParland defeated Jack Goldswain the English welterweight champion in the third round earning a decisive knockout victory. The bout took place in London with McParland delivering the late finish.
Charles K. Hamilton, aviator, will fly to Nashville tonight for a series of night exhibitions to aid US Army maneuvers next week. He plans a later flight to Mineola with Colonel Roosevelt aboard if possible, expressing admiration for the former president and eagerness to showcase heavier aircraft capabilities.
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