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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1918
Page
16
A man accused of attacking the wife of a farmer near Medill Oklahoma was lynched by a mob of about 500 after the assailant reportedly stabbed the woman, who sustained probable fatal injuries. The incident is linked to a broader report noting violent crime and vigilante justice in the region.
A series of burglaries and attempted break ins in Cheyenne early Saturday yielded only 25 dollars in cash and one gold ware. Two suspects fled after being chased by Night Sergeant Grisom as other incidents woke residents and drew police pursuit. Several homes were ransacked or disturbed, with brief confrontations and two arrests later released for lack of evidence.
Names of residents and out of town guests from Wheatland Big Muddy Adait Casper Casper Casper Laramie Fort Steele Layman Casper Casper Atlantic Johns Iowa Rawlins Chugwater all listed as transacting business or visiting Cheyenne on Saturday with multiple mentions of trips and weekend stays.
The Fort featured wrestling exhibitions with two minute 26 second and three minute 16 second falls, a boxing display by Allen and Brown, and a two round bout between Mayne and Gentile at 127 and 148 pounds. A musical program by the 316th regiment preceded the entertainment, followed by a moving picture titled Wooden Shove.
Soldiers and L. P. boys match up for a Pioneer park game this afternoon. The regimental fort team and the T. P. boys will clash in a second game, after last Sunday's rainout left the score close. Both sides say they have strengthened their lineups for a better exhibition with the VI. P. band providing music and tickets at 30 cents including tax.
Colorado’s National War Council member C P Dodge lauds Fort Russell Y M C A facilities as first class and highly convenient for soldiers during his Fort visit. He dedicates most of his time to YMCA work and troop support amid army efforts.
Fireman Harry Halverson fell with a ladder while battling a morning fire on East 19th Street around 2 o'clock. He suffered cuts from glass, a bruised arm, and a sprained groin. condition not yet fatal though serious. The blaze was extinguished after about half an hour with substantial damage.
Justice Houwneman yesterday bound Waller Stirling over to the district court in $1500 bond on horse stealing charges and discharged Harry Stirling. Both brothers remain jailed on a lesser charge of stealing saddles and other property from Chas Bb Irwin.
Suit case belonging to B L Johnson of Colorado Springs was left at Kelley Mercantile for storage. A man entered the store and removed the case with clothes and valuables inside. Police have a description and believe they know the suspect.
Amsterdam reports that Berlin presses predict Dr. Kuehlmann will retain his post as German foreign secretary. The source notes Dr. von Kuehlmann faces ongoing opposition from rivals and a possible fresh clash with supporters and opponents.
An unexpurgated home paper printed by the 115th Field Signal Battalion during maneuvers at Camp Kearny in San Diego County, dated June 29, labeled as spur of the moment. Its front page proclaims a bold stance while another note claims the publication is guaranteed to be the biggest liar.
A campaign to save wool in the retail market is led by women’s groups including the Minnesota committee of public safety and council of national defense. They note a soldier uses thirteen times more wool than a civilian and require 106 pounds to fully equip a soldier with all wool uniforms. The appeal urges knitting and reusing sweaters, quilts, and convalescent comforts for soldiers and orphans.
Government service seeks law clerks and land law clerks with open competitive exams managed by the Civil Service Commission. Both men and women may apply without reporting for examinations. rating based on private ability education training and experience. Entrance salaries range from 1000 to 1400 dollars per year with potential up to 1800 depending on qualifications and duties. land clerks from 900 to 1000 with promotion possibilities.
W B Ross presents a patriotic address at the M B church tonight at 8 o clock replacing the regular sermon. He has delivered similar talks across the state this year to wide audiences and has received high commendation. The pastor promises an entertaining and inspiring program.
An eye catching exhibit in the north window of Boyd Cigars No 2 shows a belt and cap worn by a German soldier at the Somme. Taken as a prize and loaned through a Canadian soldier now displayed for advertising purposes.
Washington reports a near unanimous Senate vote approving a $4,400 per 100,000 oil ordinance plan. The measure aims to stabilize supply and fund emergency measures amid rising energy costs.
At a Labour Party conference in London Kerensky spoke to a divided crowd as Bolshevik opposition tried to heckle. Delegates applauded the Allied war effort while some questioned national unity and Russia’s role. The scene highlighted tensions between sober democracy supporters and Bolshevik sympathizers within the Labour movement.
Workmen at Fort Runvell are building a new stage house for nightly entertainments aimed at soldiers. Events will begin tonight with performances by Co. Leeda. Commanding officers urge all to ensure the soldiers in uniform can view the program despite audience members occupying front seats.
Farmers in Torrington Wyoming report a surge of army worms ravaging beet and garden crops. Local grower Hetnzith Faeteen mobilized a campaign to combat the infestation, claiming widespread damage and urging action to protect fields.
A Cheyenne notice invites local men aged 18 to 40 to join the tank corps for national service. An examining officer will be at the regular army recruiting office for one day to screen applicants, with potential induction for draft-age men not yet called. Recruits go to Camp Colt, Gettysburg, for training before overseas service with chances for rapid promotion.
Wyomina residents see generally fair weather Sunday and Monday with warmer conditions. The outlook notes warmer temperatures on Sunday. Local forecasts emphasize mild conditions with increasing daytime heat.
The U S food administration issued 20 000 diplomas to college girls who completed food conservation courses on June 1 1918. Diplomats will be placed by state volunteers where their training fits best. Roles include speakers instructors writers and bureau work across schools churches farms and local media.
In Kay Colorado women of the National League for Woman's Service knit 224 garments in 94 hours to clothe 29 soldiers called for service. Under Mrs Pligabeth Finch they produced a helmet sneaker whietlel and two pairs of socks for 25 men. By 11 30 Monday all 24 soldiers had received their full knit supplies.
Saturday afternoon at the Industrial club a cowtesting association for Laramie County was formed with about a dozen practical farmers present. County Agent Weed announced the meeting's purpose and after discussion permanent organization and constitution and by laws were adopted. The slate of officers will be announced upon acceptance of some of them in The State Sealer Tuesday morning. The association started with enthusiastic members and plans to grow membership.
Jane Burns reports the death of Theo dore Bastian a longtime farmer and rancher after a broken neck from a wagon fall. He emigrated from Germany in 1966 and settled in Illinois then Webster County Iowa before moving to Burns four years ago. Survived by wife and several sons including B E W Bastian, J W and T W, with operations in lumber and ranching.
National League results show Cincinnati and Chicago each scoring two in a 4 3 game, Brooklyn loses 3 5, first game extended ten innings. Philadelphia edges New York 2 1, Pittsburgh wins 6 4, Louis loses 1 5, Cleveland dominates Detroit 13 4, Washington 1, Boston 4 Chicago 6, St Louis 4.
Theheyenne Country Club announces a club championship with three divisions Pioneer Tenderfoot and Championship. A beautiful cup for the champion and medals for the other two titles. Qualifying round is an eighteen hole event on Sunday June 20. Dinner on July 1 and a dance with guest invites at 9 PM.
Miss Etta V. Leighton civic secretary of the National Security League launches a Me and You campaign to counter German propaganda. The plan urges Americans to speak American truths using slogans from Wilson Pershing and government literature, and to have club women teachers and others write these slogans on slips to include in letters to France and Italy.
Greeley Colorado attorney and former state senator Delph Carpenter plans to resume legal work in Cheyenne Saturday. He is a noted irrigation lawyer who has linked with the Colorado Attorney General in the Colorado Wyoming water dispute over the Laramie River now before the U S Supreme Court.
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