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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1920
Page
15
A collection of classified notices and ads shows how readers should reply to ads and address names or initials. It includes requests for Corsets sales, used cars, real estate, furniture, appliances, rentals, and a mail-in incentive offer promising various products.
A weather log notes clear skies with mean temperatures of 64 degrees on the date and 62 degrees actual, with a 24 hour change of 15 degrees warmer, plus a NW wind at 24 mph peak. It also records precipitation totaling 7.58 inches since January 4 and 5.94 inches since January 1. A paid testimonial from Mrs. A B Griffith of Andrews Indiana endorses Moley’s Honey and Tar as a universal cold and cough remedy across the continental United States.
Highways report from Cheyenne Wyoming lists sections of Lincoln Highway Pine Bluff east and other segments with varying quality. Notable notes include rough stretches Opal to Piney and Opal to Kemmerer, rough to Cokeville good, and several fair to good portions along Yellowstone Highway from Fort Collins south to Denver, with some rough spots near Slater Bordeaux and between the railroad crossing and Platte River bridge.
Willie Carter of Luxar Pennsylvania reports relief from backache stiff muscles and rheumatic pains after taking Foley Kidney Pills. The advertisement claims the pills cleanse the system of poisonous acids causing aches and pains and improve sleep.
A La Junta Colorado resident Mrs L Gibson reports kidney trouble with swelling dullness and loss of appetite improved after using Foley Kidney Pills and says she feels fine now. The letter mentions at 12th and Edison Street.
A sharp public critique targets a school teacher as responsible for daily moral and mental instruction of children. The article frames parental concern over classroom guidance and discipline amid ongoing education debates.
Market summary from Offenstein and Graham with May and July corn and oats figures. May corn opens at 1.94 with close around 4.89. July corn opens around 1.67 and closes near 1.63. May oats opens 4.04 with close about 1024. July oats shows strong percentage values and high around 9055 with unspecified units.
The Producers and Refiners corporation holds its annual meeting in Cheyenne on June 28. Stockholders are notified the sole business is the election of directors and routing matters.
Executor files final account and petition for distribution in the estate of Della M. Gautt deceased. Creditors and interested parties may inspect the account and file objections within thirty days after the last publication, with final settlement expected by June 29, 1920 in Laramie county Wyoming.
Mrs. Susie Sacatansey of Bayonne states six months of back and leg pain and fatigue ended after taking Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She reports renewed strength and recommends it to friends as a dependable remedy with a long history of popularity.
The Wyoming state highway commission will maintain the Yellowstone highway from Cheyenne to Yellowstone Park with daily patrols on rebuilt stretches. A new route via Walton to Shoshoni and Thermopolis over Copper Mountain will face steep grades but is deemed better than the Buffalo Creek route. A tractor system will be sent to summit work with Hot Springs county, funded partly by subscriptions including 2000 dollars to central headquarters. a demo day at the city park will feature scouts demonstrations, first aid, knot tying, signaling, and a talk by Governor Garey if he returns from Riverton.
From June 1 to 8 Boy Scout week will be nationally observed. An effort will be made to secure financial support and participation from communities and sponsors.
An advertisement from the Southington Remedy Co. of Kansas City Missouri offering a Ladies Monthly Compound claim relieves obstinate conditions in 8 to 5 days with no pain or work interference. Prices: single $2.00, double strength $8.00. booklet free upon writing.
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