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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1919
Page
16
Military authorities assume control of city actions and double the Black Belt guard as Major General Wood commands. Thousands of American Legion members aid security from headquarters at city hall. Precautions follow Sunday night killings and arson that left three dead and $1,000,000 in damage.
The State Leader carries a statement from the Carpenters union affirming its commitment to uphold the terms of its working agreement. The piece notes opposition to breaking agreements by unions and references the Trades and Labor Assembly against such breaches.
Gates Rubber Co reports from service stations nationwide show about 75 percent of tire problems come from underinflation among farmers and rural residents. City drivers benefit from frequent free air access, while rural motorists must travel to refill, increasing wear and costs.
State highway commission awarded road work contracts totaling about 227000 dollars. Kendall Bros construction in Jaramie county received 812500 for three concrete ridges and three concrete fords. A B Whitehead in Sheridan county was paid 897000 for ten miles of Big Goose road. Anderson Construction in Crook county 384000 for Sundance-Beulat road. N C Petrie in Premont county 34000 for Shoshoni-Lander road. A 400 foot concrete bridge over the North Platte and a 170 foot bridge over Casper creek were bid but decisions pending.
White House bulletin notes no major change in President Wilson’s health. He showed some fatigue from a trek and rested most of the day, aided by an afternoon automobile ride prescribed by Dr Grayson to aid recovery.
Chaos erupted in Elaine when gunfire spread through streets after an ambush on deputies near Hoop Spur. Authorities report 175 prisoners moved to Helena as more than 400 people, black and white, have been arrested. trains ferry families to safety while armed patrols guard Helena.
Fragmented game notes describe a second game of the season with mentions of Pat Moran leading the Teds and probable selections for the starting pitcher role. The report references a White Sox related matchup and includes a partial score by innings with Chicago and Cincinnati players listed in the scramble.
The page describes extra credits up to 100000 for turning in to the Chair Headquarters before October 22. Credits apply per regular rules and can be secured by multiple members. Subscriptions may be paid in parts with close tracking of ballots, and results will be published Saturday morning. Entry forms or calls provide information and prompt handling at Linseed-Sherman Paint Go.
An unclear transcription notes tugboat workers and wharf laborers resuming work after a strike threat. It mentions a union leader or organizer and a possible reconciliation or return to duties, with references to harbor operations and labor actions.
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