Boy News Story and Dog Communication Highlight Human Interest
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
12
Judge Lindsey Urges Cheyenne Playground for Youth
An interview with Judge Ben Lindsey of Denver known as the boys' judge urges Cheyenne to create public playgrounds before rapid city growth worsens street recreation for children. Activist women in Cheyenne pursue this plan, seeking broad public support to secure sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isve
Ben Lindsey
Donree
Fatious
Lindsey
Cheyenne
Speaking of Dogs Humane City Dog Catcher Debate
A letter from Dr. M. C. Barkwell condemns cruelty by the city dog catcher. The Leader endorses humane treatment and urges investigation and reform of dog control practices to prevent needless suffering of stray dogs. Public sentiment presses for swift action by city authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. C. Barkwell
Atray
Thease
The English Nation Faces Blame for a World Power Bluff
The piece argues Britain overstated its global strength, calling the claim bombast. It notes panic and government unease at even the hint of potential conflict with a major power, highlighting public interest among onlookers.
Growth of graft and graft prosecutions dominate coverage
The article notes widespread graft cases and the steady flow of prosecutions and convictions. It argues the lure of obtaining money without legitimate labor remains strong, despite detection risks and penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie
Hazy Leads and Odd Tales From Distant Notes
A jumble of late night chatter and odd claims. Availed by stray phrases about croplife crime vaudeville and Mexican energy schemes mingle with references to Mrs. William EB Annie and a distant club charter. The fragment hints at sensational ideas and public curiosities without clear facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam EB
Annie
Weather and mood mirror each other in Cheyenne
The column muses on how mood follows weather and compares character to climate. It contemplates scarce African news reflecting planning gaps and questions whether a Missouri woman faced greater hurt than gratitude after a fiancé's self inflicted death before marriage.
Local Vista on Ponderous Presidency and City Works
Residents note the horizontal orth and ponderous president, while Wyomingites seek clarity on who will use the Big Canyon right of way. The aldermanic record hints the city engineer will soon compile an index to track ongoing jobs.
Bartered Bride on the New York Stage Delights Crowd
A review praises the New York 400 production of The Bartered Bride as perhaps the finest performance of its kind. The piece seems to note social and moral undercurrents with wit while reflecting on contemporary events and concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York “400
Denverites fear loss as metals prices fall sharply
The drop in dollar value per ounce of platinum and per pound of diamonds alarms residents. Denverites worry about Fort Losin and even joke about kidnapping Senator Warren, a Colorado resident, amid the price scare.
Sheriff Alston Prompts Cheyenne Street Rename Debate
Residents of Big Horn County wish Sheriff Felix Alston would stay. city council actions lengthen Werte avenue in his honor. Froutier stationery touted as a gift to readers elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Felix Alston
Cheyenne
Big Horn County
Werte Avenue
Capitol Avenue Knocker Breaks Hammer Handle
A report notes that the Capitol Avenue knocker is shown with the hammer handle broken. The fragment suggests damage to the tool during an event or inspection, with no further details on cause or consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capitol Avenue
Adulterators Push Imitations Amid Genuine Dip Distributors
The excerpt warns of adulterated and imitation products, noting B. and C. Creap Dip available from Foster Burnt & Co. Chicago and urging refusal of poisonous substitutes. It also identifies Sherman Co. in Cheyenne as distributors of the genuine item.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster Burnt & Co
Chicago
Sherman Co
Cheyenne
Memorial Day Proclamation by Governor Brooks
Governor Brooks calls on the militia and veterans to join in observing Memorial Day with a proclamation urging unity and remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooks
Memorial Day Proclamation and Flag Ceremony Set
Governor issues annual Memorial Day proclamation designating May 30 as observance day. G A R plans city observances with likely participation by city councils and local groups. National Guard to join ceremonies and honor dead with flag in half mast sunrise to noon and hoisting at noon to sunset.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Army of the Flepublie
National Guard of
Wyoming
Thhe G. A. R
United States Army
Bryant B
Brooks
Laramie and Denver Notables Visit Local City
George Walker travels to Dennrs C. C. Branson visits Denver. Charles Stone arrives from Laramie and will stay days. Chauncey Root, a Laramie businessman, visits Cheyenne. County Commissioner William Dunstan returns from Pine Bluffs. William Barnett of Barnett Mercantile returns from Laramie. T J Foley of Denver laundry business in city on business. Messia, McKillip and McMahon, Laramie real estate dealers, in town a few days. Sumner Miller and C. W. Johnson of Pine Bluffa in city for business. William Schilling, civil engineer with Talmadge-Burntin of Laramie, in city. Harry Letgeheldt, Union Pacific clerk in Laramie, in city for a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Branson
Denver
Charles Stone
Laramie
Wil
Chauncey Root
William Dunstan
Pine Bluffs
Wm. B. Barnett
Barnett Mercantile Company
T. J. Foley
Messia, McKillip and McMahon
Wiliam Schilling
Talmadge-Buntin Company
Harry Letgeheldt
Union
Pacific Division
Casper High Students Stage Merchant of Venice Scene
Casper May 19 Casper High School students presented Act IV Scene 1 of the Merchant of Venice at Town Hall in a crowded house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Casper High Schoos
Casper
Casper High School
Weather Report for Washington May 19 1909
Forecast for Wyoming fair Thursday and Friday. Local data show 24 hours to 6 pm May 19 with a maximum of 62 and a minimum of 41 degrees and 0.09 inches of precipitation. Palmer section director.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Wyoming
W. &. Palmer
City Briefs from Murchison and Nearby Events
Murchison residents Benjamin F s and Mids Jedele Gray wed in Cheyenne yesterday. Minstrels Tonight at Gaphol Avenue Theatre feature a 70 member troupe. Davis Was Fined $20 for disturbance by Justice Bruner. Streetcars between this city and Fort Russell busy this week. Pineapples at Chen Biein's for 25 cents. Arl Lee arrested again for drunkenness and resisting officer Henderson. Juan Fernandes owes $12 for concealed weapons. carried a dangerous revolver. Savings departments of First National and Citizens' National banks open at night for railroad workers. Post exchange enlarged to sell dry goods and market products at Fort Russell. Large railroad machinery shipments from Topeka to Laramie seen en route for new steam plant. City school board to select next year's teachers. several vacancies to fill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benjamin F. S
Jedele Gray
Cheyenne
Chengtain’s
Chen Biein’s
Fort Russell
Ohenstein’s
Arl Lee
Henderson
Juan Fernandes
Bruner
Hanks
Savings Department
First National
Citizens’ National Banks
Wyoming Stand Savings Bank
Russell
Topeka
Kansas
Laramie
Tle
Girl Whose Picture Won a Husband
New York May 19. Jules J. Hennebique met Miss Alice Baf frey in Paris and, after learning she lived in the city, spent weeks here after returning from Europe. The romance led to their marriage in St Patrick's cathedral.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Jules J. Hennebique
Paris
Alice Baffrey
Europe
Local boys enter Barry Brothers marathon race
Interest grows as dozens register for the Barry Brothers boys marathon at Lake Minnehaha. Richard Newman 11 wants a 10 mile course, Lysle Wiseman 16 proposes a route to the poor farm, Lester Cadden 14 hints at further talk, Peter Walsh 12 aims for a top prize, preferably first.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barry Brothers
Lake Minnehaha
Richard Newman
Lysle Wiseman
Eddy Street
Lester Cadden
Peter Walsh
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Africa
Missouri
Federal Building
England
Kansas City
Froutier
George Walker
Den
Sumner Miller
C. W. Johnson
Pine Bluffa
Busieas
Weather Report
Murchison
Atkaes Baffre
Ed. Karringale
Sixteenth Street
Olio
Capitol Avene Theatre
Dockstiader
Minstrels
R. N. Murchison
P. S. Cook
Ferguson Street Fiysay Ld
Laramie County
W. W. Keefe
Ferguson
J. W. Abel
Hotel Becker
S. P. Stevenson
Reaymond
Capital Avenue
Typewriters & Supplies
Denver Typewriter Exchange
Denver, Colo
Raton
Agenta
Sun
Champa, St., Deavor Colo
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