11 Oct 1910
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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1910
Page
1
At the Starkville mine 52 miners are trapped after an explosion. Rescue teams advanced 1,200 feet and found extensive damage and scattered machinery. With air fans destroyed and the main haulage wrecked, hope of survivors faded as day turned to night.
The latest forest fire reports in Halhy River threaten more lives as casualties rise. Descriptions detail burned families and refugees fleeing amid flames, with authorities and engineers responding to the advancing blaze.
A political gathering in Lander drew strong support for Democratic candidates. Speakers praised party policies and urged continued activism, reflecting local enthusiasm and organizational backing for upcoming elections.
A brief report notes strong public confidence in Portugal's newly named provisional president and cabinet following recent political changes. The item references nearby events and observers but provides limited additional detail.
The note details the $300 check paid by T. McNamara to William Pflaeging, state veterinarian, as cattle inspection fees owed to Wyoming. Pflaeging reportedly accepted $300 of $375 due, the August events include a washed check, and subsequent reports show only partial fee tallies for May and September, prompting questions from the State Leader about reporting lapses.
Joseph M. Carey Democrat candidate for governor in Rawlins says the Ring group decided on W. E. Mullen as the Republican nominee after a report surfaced on the decision. He asserts the selection determined the ticket.
Sheridan Ohio October reports reveal Republican machine bosses adopting Black Hand style tactics to purge opponents in local elections. They hint at systematic boycott and intimidation aimed at independent candidates, with governors and officials named as targets and calls for anti ring action amid mounting political tension.
Fragmentary police report describes a clash at a fort area where a constable was assaulted by a group including a West End resident and a member of the Eleventh Company. Details unclear due to damaged text but notes shooting and guard action led by Lieutenant Lay. Weather and timing cited as Tuesday or Wednesday with cloudiness.
In a February fight, Nelson turned the match in the fourth round after Dale’s seconds stopped it when Dale fractured his left arm. The Denver fighter had fought bravely but appeared overmatched and outclassed once the arm injury became decisive.
A box car derailment on the Pacific line about forty miles west of Cheyenne Sunday evening killed two men. Immigrant Callew, en route from South Dakota to California, died crushed in his car, and another rider whose identity is unknown perished. Bodies sent to Laramie, while engineer George Hent and conductor Paine led the train. Crew exonerated. no delay to traffic as detours used.
Lisbon reports a provisional decree expelling Jesuits and foreign religious members. Officials say about a hundred clergy have crossed the border and orders face confiscation of property and valuables if they do not leave or renounce their calls.
Passengers aboard a steamer near Port Poke reported trouble as it ran aground off Rivonia. The crew attempted to drag the vessel free with lines and equipment, while sheltering on deck and awaiting further orders. Local authorities established a safety area and started preliminary assessments of damage and fuel status.
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