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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1910
Page
4
Edison announces completion of a poured concrete house designed to cost ten dollars a month and be built as a single block with reusable molds. He claims a waterproof verminproof seven or ten room home for about $1,200 if his grinding and pouring method works as described, changing poverty in housing.
Charles Cooper a 73 year old Denver business magnate died at a hospital from a bullet wound caused by an accidental discharge of a revolver. His 74 year old wife, while explaining the weapon, tripped on a rug and triggered the gun. The tragedy occurred as he was preparing for a journey.
In Woobington on May 21 Champ Clark of Missouri urged a $50,000 annual tariff commission to delay verdicts by voters. He framed the move as a ploy to sway public opinion and argued it usurps constitutional powers of the executive and legislative branches.
A truncated transcript notes criticism of executive power and its growth as new offices expand the presidency. The speech contrasts this with concerns over budget priorities and a focus on bread and butter issues. The fragment references figures like Bob Acres in a broader debate.
San Francisco authorities clear the way for the Jeffries Johnson prize fight. District Attorney Fickert says there are no legal grounds to intervene if contestants comply with the statute and local ordinances. He notes that jury determination is needed for classifying the bout and that promoters may proceed if rules are followed.
A weather balloon sent from Pitietigit Massa yesterday was recovered three miles east of Rock Island by Captain K B Ball. It carries an automatic recording device and will be sent to the Hills Observatory tomorrow to study Halley’s Comet’s effect on current conditions.
Peoria May 81. The United Mine Workers of Illinois adjourned their convention with no definite plan for future action. President Walker teased in general din the order to the 75,090 men of the coal fields.
Garmun and Baileys tent caught fire from a cigars smoke in Schenectady on May 21. Fifteen thousand spectators fled in orderly drill with no injuries reported. Damage estimated at ten thousand dollars. In Kiwood Pennsylvania a circus tent collapse on May 24 trapped 5 000 spectators, many rescued from a soaked canvas. One parachute injury reported. no fatalities noted.
Oklahoma reports widespread electrical disturbances heavy hail and damaging storms across southern and southeastern regions. High waters threaten river basins along the Arkansas Wichita Canadian Blue and Little rivers. Hugo Durant Colbert and nearby towns along the Red River affected as sites of tornadoes left fields barren and destruction noted reports list injuries, none serious.
A sharp temperature drop in northern Colorado and the western slope endangers crops with frost likely. Montrose Paonia and Palisade report temperatures near freezing, threatening young growth as farmers brace for damage. A border arrest is noted in an adjacent item.
Bonne Terre Missouri May 24 E Beckman was arrested by order of the prosecuting attorney after a coroner's jury found death probably caused by poison administered by unknown parties. Evidence indicates poison was put in coffee served by Beckman at his boarding home. Four boarders including Reeder and three Beckman family members were taken to the hospital. A coffee pot and coffeepot dish were recovered. Beckman did not drink coffee.
Ben Lomond California May 21 Brother Jack Jeffries expressed astonishment at Jim Jeffries speed in yesterday's boxing bouts. The retired champion appeared strong after three whirlwind sets and anticipated more sparring with Farmer Burns while eyeing upcoming work with Corbett.
In New York on May 21 reports indicate a marked drop in cold cases and grip infections amid a comet or atmospheric event. Officials note a weather influence and urban health measures as contributing factors.
A garbled OCR fragment describes daily news and adverts, mentioning a weekly issue and various unclear figures. The text references a state leader, a company, and miscellaneous measurements, but specifics are unreadable.
Doctors across the city scan for Halley’s comet at dawn while health chief Lederle notes an official epidemic warning but faces citizen protest against sensational reporting. The item also mentions Fancy strawberries at Kelicy’s.
A former Missouri governor contends that it is premature to discuss presidential possibilities, noting that a year must pass before such speculation. He stresses that Mayor Gaynor has made a strong record, but cautions against premature judgment about national leadership.
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