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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1911
Page
1
London reports a Standard article claiming U S army moves on the Mexican border are a warning to Japan. The piece suggests Mexico’s pro Japan sentiment risks a Pacific war flare and hints at a sudden presidential reaction.
John Ritzke, a German farmer from Iowa, believed he bought a $20 acre Wyoming ranch and loaded his family and belongings onto trains and immigrant cars. Authorities revealed the seller only relinquished a homestead for $1,000, leaving Ritzke with no deed and a costly misunderstanding.
Denver March 17 Hope that Judge J. B. Dixon would break the Senate deadlock proved groundless as Dixon received no votes today and the leaders remained unchanged.
Greeley Colorado March 17 scores of men and boys attacked the house of George Ikeda a Japanese merchant smashing windows and fleeing before police arrive. The assault appears linked to anti Japanese talk among local idlers a hostile mob incident in the city.
New York on March 17 saw 3500 workers from the United States and Wells Fargo express companies join Adams Express drivers in a strike. American and National Express Company drivers remained at wagons despite threats, and wagons moved under heavy police protection.
In Carson on March 17 the legislature passed a measure permitting convict labor on state roads with a small wage and ten days off per thirty days worked. A separate law set six months' residence as the basis for divorce.
Wheatland Wyoming March 17 three prisoners escaped after breaking into the jail by force and seizing tools. A posse hunted them toward Hartville with Deputy Sheriff Frank Roach joining the pursuit. Hartville Junction authorities later reported one fugitive recaptured near Cottonwood Creek bottom.
Colonel Roosevelt and party return from Grand Canyon and plan to address the opening of the Roosevelt dam in Phoenix. He is expected to attack Arizona's constitution and oppose judicial recall. The party departed for Phoenix tonight.
Count Charles di Peloggio of Genoa Italy arrives in Chicago at 26 and wealthy, seeking a wife among American girls. He says he prefers a poor girl who is blonde and good looking, praising the American girl as a wonderful creature with upright carriage and form, and notes he does not think marriage should be for money.
A 16 year old, identified as Niewler owsky, was convicted in juvenile court of incorrigibility and sentenced by Judge Pinckney to serve in the United States Navy. The judge stated the navy will make a man of him and that he will be proud of his service once completed.
An anonymous Albany resident, fed up with the state legislature stalemate over filling the seat of Chauncey M. Depew, erected a large illuminated sign on a tall downtown building. It calls for volunteers for the United States senator and directs inquiries to Dead Lock New York legislature. Reports say a New York conference may occur among Democratic legislators backing William F. Sheehan, with Gov. Dix proposing withdrawal for a compromise candidate. The governor plans a weekend in New York.
Cincinnati news reports Jacob Beschang deputy collector of Minoricenses and a political leader found guilty after brief jury deliberation of soliciting and accepting bribes. The verdict marks the first in a series of graft trials against prominent leaders.
Elizabeth M Allen aged 10 collapsed in a Long Island City public school after jumping rope for an extended period. Teacher Grace L Brodie noticed a flushed face and later the girl suffered a headache, then died before an ambulance could arrive. Doctor cited heart disease as the cause.
Washington reports February import increases in farm goods led by corn and cotton. Corn exports reached about 10,760,000 bushels, with wheat and flour values totaling higher than corn in eight months ending February. Wheat, flour, and related products show strong export values.
A garbled report notes a large number of applicants for jail sleeping spaces at a police station, claiming a record demand but an incomplete jail occupancy. The text contains numerous misspellings and unclear phrasing.
The revolutionary junta says Madero plans to concentrate forces about one hundred miles south of El Paso to seize the town and establish Casas Grandes as the provisional capital. Peace terms require Diaz to declare his election null. Madero rejects concessions and vows to press the war.
Washington reports 8180 militia officers have accepted the War Department invitation to join southern state operations. No militia officers will join the army maneuvers before April 1, with assignments to regular officers by rank. District of Columbia Kentucky WyomingPennsylvania Utah and Nevada replies shape initial postings as requests move to select officers for early deployment.
Naftager former bank president goes on trial in Wichita on charges of dealing in stolen postage stamps. Chief witness Burt testifies that Naftager sold stamps on four occasions. Other gang members, Callahan Templeton and Earl, are identified with similar offenses and convictions.
Chicago March 17 railroads support the federal interstate commerce commission and its control of rates but seek a practical railroad man on the commission and oppose state legislative interference. They favor shipper cooperation to aid the commission in its work as stated by William Ellis commerce counsel of the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul.
A late afternoon street fight on Sixteenth Street between Carey Avenue and Eddy Street ended when a bottle was hurled narrowly missing a seated woman in a buggy. Police arrested Arthur Burgess W H Riley and Lee Bridger, workers on the Wells-to-Cheyenne Gulf Coast Burlington project, and they face arraignment before Judge Welnitz.
Governor Joseph M. Carey yesterday announced appointments to the state board of accountancy. The lineup includes John R. Watchinson of Laramie for a two year term, Waller D. Batchelor of Cheyenne for a one year term, and I. Nowlin of Newcastle for a one year term. The latter, Mr Newlin, is now state examiner.
A year old Fior ce Linn died after a week long bronchial pneumonia. She was the daughter of Mr and Mrs L L Linn of 216 West Twenty first street. Interment will be in Humboldt Nebraska. Mr Linn is manager of the Wyoming Lumber company in the city.
Pubela Colo March 17 three men were killed and one seriously hurt when a boiler at the red mill of the Minnequa steel plant exploded. The cause of the incident is unknown.
Wolgast Memsic and promoter McCarty and referee Eyton were arrested on March 17 for violating the prize fighting statute. They posted $1,000 bond each and a preliminary hearing is set for tomorrow. The statute carries a maximum five year penalty.
Local inventor Guy Stoddard spent the day repairing his monoplane after vandals at Frontier Park damaged it. He will review the aircraft carefully before another test and remains confident the craft will soon give Cheyenne observers a sight to see.
Thomas Gorman aged 64 died yesterday at St John’s hospital after a long illness from chronic rheumatism and complications and was buried in Lakeview cemetery. He resided at Burns.
A morning blaze at 2 o'clock in Hudson destroyed three business buildings in the town center. The Union Hotel owned by James Hall, Booth Harrie drug store, and Bert Henolt & Bitterbush saloon suffered major damage with total losses around 12000 dollars. Fire origin undetermined as winds aided rapid spread before volunteers arrived.
A man named Richard Hale, held on arson charges, was arrested by Patrolman Barnard after two crude attempts to ignite a rooming house owned by William Schroeder at 116 East Sixteenth Street. Detectives found oiled waste placed under a window and set alight, with a second attempt later that night foiled.
Twenty people watched a hold up outside a theatre district shop as three men robbed proprietor Jariock of 175 dollars in the day's receipts. The trio fled through a doorway, while onlookers watched, and police pursued the suspects.
Reports from Mexico City and Washington describe Diaz’s harsh stance against the rebellion and a plan to end it through warfare. A rebel decree promising protection for foreigners and losses to be reimbursed awaits recognition by the provisional government. Rebel commander Louis Rodrigues is killed in a breakout attempt. eight rebels die as others escape along a dry wash.
Roy Anderson and Julius Hanson arrived at Sheriff Hughes office seeking inquiry after rumor linked them to a robbery. Victims William McKenale and Raymond Shear claim about 89 dollars was taken from a room near The Plains hotel. The accused say they saw nothing and claim the charges stem from a mistaken report.
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