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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1918
Page
15
A chaotic analysis asserts anarchists in Russia gain and lose influence as German support wanes. It argues Bolshevik strength outpaces anarchists, warning that radicalism collapses under its own excesses and German strategies. The piece highlights the shifting political coalition and deportations of Russian Jews amid the upheaval.
London May 27 America not sole ally facing trial in air program England admits home staff overrun by officers equals active airmen. Duplication blamed and future reforms promised to curb waste and haste in wartime appointments. War effort remains central though critics say reforms come slowly.
John Krickbaum aged sixteen, of James Krickbaum, died from injuries in an auto crash on May 6 at Shields street bridge over the Poudre. He died in Boulder sanitarium last Thursday and was buried at Grandview cemetery after a service at Advent Church.
A young tourist from the coast died after attempting to beat a fast train at a public crossing. Witnesses say the Ford touring car was struck as the engine neared the crossing, with the victim reportedly gazing at the locomotive instead of stepping back. The deceased, about 18, had connections in Los Angeles and Colorado, and was a member of a lodge. The train crew stated there was full view of the crossing and no obstruction to view for a quarter mile in either direction. The body was taken to the Ace Undertaking Parlors for burial arrangements as authorities contact relatives.
Casper Wyoming May 27 Casper View addition shows plans to grow with a modern school building city park large house and attractive themes in the southeast panel area A W Major overseeing subdivision property with hundreds of lots expected to become beaut
Temgis Tampte town clerk of Johns town nearly $160 worth of tires in a curious encounter with the state constabulary four miles south of Fort Collins. Driving a new Buick at forty miles per hour at about 1 a m, he ran into a roadblock at an irrigation bridge, was stopped by officers, and suffered rear tire damage. The officers, claiming to be shielding a checkpoint, expressed regret and noted they mistook the vehicle for a dangerous high speed car. Tampte borrowed tires and left Johnstown early morning.
W Rland Wyoming May 17 A clash near the sugar factory left two Mexicans with gunshot and knife wounds. One suspect fled toward the railroad but was captured by Officer Snyder and jailed. Police confiscated rifles revolvers ammunition and Bowie knives from the Mexican quarter. Canadian letter carriers seek a living wage as Toronto painters and decorators allow returned soldiers in at half price.
The Farmers Mutual Fire Insurance Company of Cheyenne is certified by the Wyoming Insurance Commissioner as complying with state law and authorized to transact fire insurance for the current year. The certificate is dated April 23, 1918, signed by State Auditor KH B Porkbyth in Cheyenne.
A miscellaneous listing seeks relinquishment of 190 acres with improvements in Bow 864 area Cheyenne Wyoming. The notice specifies a land parcel with enhancements available for transfer or purchase through a local listing.
United States Land Office Cheyenne Wyoming May 11 1846 notice lists settlers filing for final three year proofs on June 13 1918 before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne. Names include Fred Conrey Howard J McCoy Lola Bristol Frank McCready and others with homestead entries in townships 13 14 N ranges 68 W 6th P M and witnesses listed.
Cheyenne city invites sealed bids for one automobile street sprinkler 1500 gallon capacity. Bids due June 1 noon at city clerk office, with certified check. Bids opened publicly at council meeting, city reserves right to reject all.
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