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Cheyenne State Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

May 24, 1916

Page

10

Tevinson to Build Memorial Hospital in Laramie Wyoming

Edward Tevinson, longtime banker and former president of First National Bank, agreed to finance and donate a three story fireproof memorial hospital in Laramie. The facility to be named Tevinson Memorial Hospital will adjoin the university, house up to thirty five students, and cost over 860000. Plans show 100 by 26 feet frontage, basement heating and full basement, with Archie Allison and W H Holliday Co. bidding. Cody report notes Mondell Kendrick Preston Mellalire and Warner honored as honorary members of the Wyoming Game Protective Association for their work in wild game protection.

Laramte Edward Tevison Wat al Firet National Bank Alte Jane Risen Teineon Memorial Hospital Tenth and Thornlorgh Stn University Noticss Tenth Street Thornburgh Street Archié Allison W. H. Holliday Company Tvinson Tle Cody F. W. Mondell Kendrick C. A. Preston J. A. Mellalre Outdoor Life E. F. Warner Field and Stream Wyoming Game Protective Innovation Hig

Dynamite Accident Injures Boy Riding to Tell Parents

Donald Winchester, aged year, son of Mr and Mrs W J Winchester of Worland, suffered severe hand injuries after a dynamite cap exploded when he struck it. He finished his chores, washed his hands, then told his parents. Dr Gage in Worland treated him and he is improving. head injury feared but not fatal.

Worlanm Donald Mra W. J. Winchester Ind Tieson Worland Gage Hitle

Commencement at Sundance June 6 in Open Air

Sundance June 23. The Sun dance school closes Friday June 2 with graduation exercises planned for Tuesday evening June 6. An open air ceremony is planned with a stage lights and decorations. Five graduates will wear gray capes and gowns.

Sundance

Divide Farmer Buys Stallion From Truman

W. H. Truman of Bushnell Illinois sold the Percheon stallion Vendome to John Wagner of Divide. Vendome has drawn praise from horsemen since arriving in Cheyenne and is expected to boost local horse interests. He is a direct descendant of Wenmouth, acclaimed by experts as possibly the best Percheon stallion brought to America.

W. H. Truman Cheyenne Truman Proneer Stud Farm Bushnell, Ill John Wagner Divide

Beet Planting Hampered by Unfavorable Weather at Sheridan

Sheridan May 23 Unfavorable weather has hampered beet planting in the Sheridan territory and slowed growth of seed already planted. About half the acreage is planted and eighty percent of plowing done. Recent rains improved soil. a few warm days could bring the crop to prime condition.

Sheridan

Grain Elevator Planned for Torrington Area

Torrington May 23 One of the needs here for years is a grain elevator. W O Eaton reports securing a site just west of the stone yards. His brother L B Eaton joined him here from Kansas to partner in the enterprise. The venture aims to open by fall with a 15000 bushel capacity, modern and fully equipped to buy and sell grain and other elevator commodities.

Torrington W. O. Eaton Stoneyards L. B. Eaton Kansas Omaha

Moorcroft Commercial Club Organized at Meeting

At a Moorcroft business men gathering on Monday evening at Robinson hall a commercial club was formed. M. J. Kohne was named president and D B Shackleford secretary treasurer by acclamation. T A Dune chaired the meeting with Leo Noone as secretary. About thirty men joined, the old club’s constitution and by laws were adopted, and the annual fee set at five dollars.

Moorcroft Robinson Ha M. J. Kohne D .B. Shackleford T. A. Dune Leo Noooae J. Blige C. Beith Charles Louis Ehrman Harris Robinson Smith A. Gram Bourbe

Prison term for assault on eight year old girl

May 23. Joe San thes is sent to prison for five to seven years for the brutal assault on his eight year old sister in law at his ranch near Sandance. Sheriff notified after he pleaded guilty before Judge Raymond.

Aundance Joe Santhes Sandance Fanches Tere Leuier Raymond

Railroad Assured Up Little Goose to Denio Route

Sheridan May 28 The construction of a railroad up the Little Goose valley as far as Denioa has become practically assured. The right of way matter is progressing splendidly and should be concluded soon. The east side route appears best and will be adopted with minor changes. Incorporation steps will be taken in a few days.

Sheridan Little Goose Valley Denio'a Raast

Postmaster Van Doren To Change Building May 28

Casper news notes Postmaster Van Doren plans to move from the old post office to the new building around May 25 with the change set for Sunday May 28. The new facility is nearly ready and all boxes and equipment are in place to avoid disruption of service.

George W. Daiber Casper van Doren

Five wells being drilled in Pilot Dome field

Riverton May 23 Five actual oil wells are now being drilled in the Pilot Dome field. One by the Hall Oil company one by the Midwest Refining company one by the Midwest Oil Company one by Hurst Co and one by the Dagper Development company. Two producers have already been brought in by the Hall company.

Riverton Pilot Dome Hall Oil Company Midwest Refining Company Midwest Oil Company Hurst & Co Dagper Development Company Hatl Company

Dairy Demonstration in Sheridan May 26

Sheridan will host state dairy demonstrator E. P. Burton for four days starting May 26 accompanied by county agent M. Fuller. They aim to visit interested dairying farmers and schedule small group meetings across convenient points. Fuller asks interested farmers to contact him promptly to arrange appointments and a timetable.

Sheridan E. PF. Barton Barton M. Fuller Burton Fuller Burton Ia

New York City Hints at Record Local Summer Exodus

A preliminary survey by hotel and transportation officials indicates many New Yorkers plan to stay within a few hours of New York for the coming summer. War conditions and household protective measures suggest fewer families will be away for long, with many staying near home rather than traveling far from the city.

New York Platisburg

Police Probe Plans Bold Spring Drive Against Crime

Police announce a statewide spring crackdown aiming to curb bold crime trends with special patrols, checkpoints, and coordinated efforts across agencies. Authorities emphasize rapid response, public safety, and data sharing to drive down incidents.

Hare Dust Eeas

Unsparing Police Fight for Tenderloin Control

Lurid gossip claims vicious pur sou seeks to oust their quovilonatic teamus and impose strict surveillance on suspected plots to turn wheels and catole for prosperous spring visitors. The underworld reportedly aims to pry off the police lid as bluecoats must fight hard to keep the Tenderloin in subjection as before.

Ing Bluecoats

Teachers Arrive to Discuss Postwar Education in City

An expected delegation of fifty thousand teachers from across the country will attend the Fourth National Educational Association convention in the city. They plan to inspect sights and hold talks on World War I’s impact on general education, especially history teaching. Local officials fear potential disruptions amid hopeful reception.

National Educational Association

Skyscraper venture offers free lifestyle for shop girl

A new women’s hotel project promises a salary based living option near the main shopping district. It envisions no patronage or admission rules for guests, drawing enthusiasm from beneficiaries and supporting staff. A gale halted work on St Paul’s clock for a week, but the clock’s future remains a local focal point.

Lost Springs man disappears from home

Manville May 25 A posse of Lost Springs citizens left yesterday to search for Job Wilche known as Doth Joby who disappeared near seventy years ago and has been long rumored missing. Wilke had been working far

Manville Sareh Jobe Wilche Joby Wilke

Missing man tracked to claim near the Lost Mine

A man vanished after turning in a rail line winter journey and buying groceries before heading to a claim near the Lost Mine. A posse found the untouched groceries and a trunk at the claim shack, but no trace of the man. Searchers continue to scour the area.

Indian police pursue man after alleged robbery in Lander

May 28 in Lander a man named Jay Shoulder allegedly fled to the county jail while a ward of the U S government, returning from a visit to a place called Saturn. He reportedly sold stolen red rye to Indians and was pursued by Gage of the Indian police. A chase led to Sage shooting at Shoulderblade’s horse, then Jim Cole guided him to a cabin.

Lander Jay U. S Ltr Hla Gage Kay Sage Shoulderblade Jim Cole

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