05 Oct 1909
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1909
Page
1
Wilbur Wright flies a 60 mile journey over New York and the river, cheered by crowds along the route. He reports a 20 minute ascent and 13 minute return at 47 miles an hour, noting a fine engine and strong mastery as ferry currents complicate the path.
Denver dispatch reports Fort Logan will shift from a recruiting depot to a regimental post, housing the Eighteenth Infantry returning from the Philippines. Major T Dougan departs for Fort Slo cum. Lt Col Audrus to replace him. Officials say no confirmation on the Eighteenth move. General Thomas also undecided.
Dr. Cook said he would have the University of Copenhagen examine his records before any announcement. He requested simultaneous review by all world geographical societies and later release after Copenhagen verification and broader scrutiny. Peary Arctic claims loom as a climax nears.
The Roosevelt vessel, having completed two polar trips, may be offered for sale as it is not cargo capable. With no prominent North Pole seekers on this side of the ocean, talks turn to using the ship for West Indies pirate treasure search or other exploration missions aboard the Peary Arctic line.
Chicago October 4 Jesse James and Nick Carter become new members of the Oak Park police force. The two bloodhound dogs bring claimed courage and sagacity for tracking criminals and assisting in hunts on the west side. Chief George A Lee notes the dogs were secured from Hammond Ind and have prior experience in northern Indiana sand dunes.
Kid Godney a Denver prize fighter was stabbed five times in the back during a fight with Malcolm Blankenship. Town Marshal Bray arrested both men after witnesses saw the clash. Godsey lay dying and a blood stained jackknife was found on Blankenship’s person. Godney’s fate could raise murder charges if he dies.
Sheep feeders report high lamb prices in Wyoming Idaho Oregon and New Mexico hindering grazing in Weld county. Cattle will be fattened at Windsor Eaton and Greeley sugar factory yards with about 20 100 animals prepared for market. Wool demand remains strong but stockmen refuse contracts while hay scarcity cuts mutton shipments from the region.
The pope through the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith excommunicated all inhabitants of Adria and its suburbs for violent attacks against clergy during a recent anti clerical demonstration. It marks the first general city excommunication in the current papacy.
Oklahoma City report states a federal restraining order from Guthrie is ignored by Commissioner Young under Governor Allen. Judge Cotteral plans to travel to hold court and address Youngs actions amid contentious payments to Columbia Bank depositors.
The Kings County grand jury returned indictments against the Brooklyn and Coney Island Jockey clubs, three police officials, two private detectives, and twenty bookmakers after two years of race track gambling agitation in New York. The investigation highlights ongoing betting activity tied to Governor Hughes era supporters and notable figures connected to Coney Island.
Interborough Rapid Transit reports record subway and elevated ridership. For the week ending Oct 1, 12 964 715 passengers rode, with Saturday pushing the eight day total near 15 million. Revenue from New York and visitors reached $760 000.
Partly cloudy conditions expected in Wyoming with possible showers in the south. Tuesday cool with cool temperatures overall and limited details provided for Washington, D. C. and surrounding areas.
Ming Alle Jewell departed yesterday for the Children's Home at Soulx Falls 8 D. In addition to the Bunting girl and Johnson girl recently committed to the home from this city, sixteen year old George Paunson was also committed and accompanied Miss Jewell. Paunson had come from Missouri and was an orphan found by the secretary who arranged his admission.
Paris reports Fernanda Wanamaker granddaughter of John Wanamaker married Coup Arigyr De Kearya of Paris today in a ceremony announced by local papers. The event joins prominent American and French figures in a society link.
President Taft reached Sacramento after a 25 hour travel span and planned to rest until morning then visit Oakland and San Francisco. He addressed the state capitol grounds on conservation and urged enactment of Roosevelt era laws, pledging use of executive power to push Congress. He later attended services in Portland and spoke to children at St Mary’s Catholic School, stressing loyalty and patriotism.
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