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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1910
Page
5
The notable actress Maude Adams, famed for integrity and stage success, performs What Every Woman Knows at Capitol Avenue theatre tonight. She previously astonished Frohman by privately presenting to thousands of children in Bowery aid events and funds.
Viewers filled the Sunday program as films faced scrutiny and various titles including obscure religious dramas drew mixed reactions. Critics argued the offerings hindered morale while some patrons favored lighter shows to escape wartime stress.
Readable fragments describe a sales pitch promising guarantees at a venue or event. The text appears garbled with altered spellings and unclear names. It hints at a marketing claim about a product or booth with a guarantee, but specifics are lost in OCR errors.
In this fragment from CSAIL and SLes, James Hiro discusses local issues including Capito Age and pharmacy Hedin. The piece hints at community debate and directions for residents, reflecting a period voice and the era’s public matters.
The Wyoming Wool Growers Association announced the acquittal of William Trumpeter, tried at Hot Springs South Dakota for killing William Gordon, a Casper Wyoming sheep herder, on July 12, 1909. Evidence reportedly came from association members aiding the prosecution and investigation.
Thomas A. Lewis of Platteville Colorado, a 63 year old pioneer, is recovering satisfactorily at Union Pacific hospital after losing both legs beneath a freight train at Wolcott Wyoming nine days ago.
May 2 report notes D. R. Craig the Republican incumbent seeks renomination for Judge of the third judicial district. Ray Wye and N. W. Ghenatiens are listed as candidates, with Craig aiming to win regardless of the nomination outcome.
Discounted eyewear at Palace Pharmacy featuring a 50 percent price cut on selected frames and lenses. Vipor finishes 04 Sherman Ov details incomplete.
Ele county prisoners appeared before Judge Matson in district court yesterday and faced charges. James Powell pleaded not guilty to attempted burglary. John Brown and Ward Brown claimed not guilty on advising attorney WB Ross. Charles Taylor pleaded guilty to grand larceny and exonerated an accomplice. Taylor received 18 months to one year in prison. Harry Forbes admitted petit larceny and got 60 days jail plus a $50 fine. John ONeill pleaded guilty to petit larceny and drew 20 days in jail and $24 fine. ONeill, an elderly veteran, served in the Civil War.
Chicago May 2 Charged with defrauding working women of over $1000 by an ingenious scheme H Bennett Mill was arrested by post office inspectors. Mill advertised for women to do sewing at home and required a $1 payment for materials and a signed contract promising pay only if directions were followed. About 60 women sent the money and materials were sent back with only one apron accepted. If acceptable they would receive 2 60 a dozen for the sewing. His case was set for hearing May 5 and bail was fixed at 8000, which he could not furnish.
An advertisement by A. B. Roedel touts Mi-o-na tablets as a guaranteed remedy for stomach indigestion and related symptoms. It claims relief within five minutes and offers a money back guarantee if not worth its weight in gold. Also promotes Booth's Pills for constipation.
In a city-wide vote the old slate led by Carey and Schnitger defeated challengers Burchard and Doni with totals Carey 474, Burchard 174, Schnitger 460, Doane 87. A $40,100 school appropriation was approved for site purchase, deficits, and library. nine-month terms and a new Kindergarten were planned. The report notes $687.26 cash in treasury, $529.91 warrants outstanding, and four more teachers needed for rising enrollment.
A Cheyenne reader criticizes city officials over delays and waste in the new water system valve house. The writer argues the valve house should have been finished months ago and alleges extra pipe work and costs due to the city engineer's inaction. The letter calls for committee investigation and cites contract delays as proof of mismanagement.
The storm drenched the state with 1.62 inches in Cheyenne over three days, with Lander and Sheridan noting good rainfall. Four inches of snow fell, and farmers and stockmen praise the moisture as highly beneficial, lifting expectations for crops and range this summer.
The Frontier committee asked General Hoyt of Fort Russell about troops joining the August celebration. The whole garrison may parade and be reviewed by ex President Theodore Roosevelt. Cavalry will participate at the park and a polo game between Fort Russell officers and a Denver team is being organized.
A message from Wheatland reports the sudden death of Mrs Colim McDougal a prominent resident. She was well known in Cheyenne and had many friends in this city.
J W Smith of Kendrick Wyoming sues the defunct Wyoming Blue Line Coal Co claiming 34206.97 for personal services and expenditures in opening a coal mine at Kendrick. The defendant company has been defunct for about a year and the suit will not be contested.
Herman B. Gates of Worland announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for state treasurer, declaring his readiness to contest the statewide race.
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