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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1910
Page
8
The Cheyenne High School eleven faces the Army Engineers of Port A. Rurgel on the aridiron in a Saturday afternoon clash at Pioneer York. Both teams practice daily and a strong crowd is expected for the first city game of the season.
Democratic rally scheduled Friday evening October 14 at the Capitol Avenue Theatre. Principal speakers include former U S Senator Joseph M Carey from Cheyenne Dr Bud Whedon of Sheridan and Miss Rose Bird of Canela as candidates for governor secretary of state and superintendent of public instruction.
Chicago reports that B. B. Johnson says the 1910 season was the banner year for the American League financially and in play quality. He notes higher crowds, pennant races, and new champions forging ahead in September, with the short schedule a big success and plans to extend play into mid October to sustain baseball's popularity.
The Jewish Day of Atonement begins at sundown tonight and ends sundown Thursday. Fasting and prayer mark the 24 hours in synagogues as Kol Nidre opens the rites. The holiday, observed on the tenth of Tishri, emphasizes self denial and repentance.
A public rally at the Capitol Avenue Theater drew attendees for Democratic speakers including candidates Earl Whedon Cambria and others. The event featured campaign remarks and updated slate names.
Nurses and residents are listed with moves and visits across Wyoming cities. Nina Watson travels to Laramie for personal affairs. George and Mrs Montgomery arrive in Cheyenne from Omaha. Casper’s asbestos expert is en route to Casper. John Mahoney, Rawlins, and John B Carpenter, Laramie, pass through Cheyenne. Carpenter heads to Sheridan for county Republican events. Mr and Mrs G H Driggs vacation in Denver. Mrs Fred Rose recovers after surgery at a private hospital.
Report from Grover Cole states a wire car for the Grover Cheyenne line has arrived and work will begin at once. Telephone service to Colorado town expected by November first with planned celebratory events by Grover residents.
Edwin Cromett died yesterday at St. John's hospital. He was employed as a bartender at Becker saloon. His wife lives in Lake Bay Washington and several relatives in Carpenter and Burne in eastern Laramie county. Funeral arrangements are not yet set.
Unsettled Wednesday and Thursday with possible showers. Yesterday's weather showed a maximum of 75 and a minimum of 37 with no precipitation.
Baudette Minn Oct 11 pioneers plan to rebuild after the fires that devastated the area. Relief committees aided the destitute as another body was found, bringing the death toll to twenty nine. Rebuilding plans include Baudette and Spooner, with a large shelter for refugees rising.
The article notes rising tension in Portugal and Spain with the regime consolidating power. Casualties are estimated 100 to 150 as authorities seize religious orders, seal properties, and enforce compulsory service while viewing rebellion as an immediate threat under General Weylér.
Attendees at a Cheyenne Capitol Avenue rally heard Attorney General W. B. Mullen and Supreme Court Chief Justice Charles N. Potter defend the state GOP platform. Mullen said there is no burning issue and that the next administration will need improvements. Clarence B. Hamlin praised the gubernatorial nominee while avoiding Wyoming scrutiny. A candle parade preceded the meeting, with Roman candles injuring several attendees. The Young Men's Republican club organized the parade, followed by about two dozen boys and the Eleventh Infantry band.
A fragmented clipping notes Capitol Avenue Theatre with references to former Carey of Cheyenne and Dr Earl Whedon Cambria as Democratic governor candidates Seeecey and Wi. mentions a special sale by Myers D Gco and a Caper hanging at Sherman Co. The text suggests a local playbill or promotion intertwining political names and retail items.
The piece reports a clash over a proposed state constitution with Democrats favoring a liberal frame including initiative referendum recall and several commissions while Republicans oppose many reforms. It mentions a thirty day session instead of sixty and hints at political maneuvering surrounding state and local offices.
County records show petitions on changing County Road No 21 and establishing a new County Road near Wyncote, with actions laid over for further investigation. The board met October 7, 1919, approving a $150.66 contribution to the 1910 State Teachers convention and certifying school district treasurer bonds for Nos 3 and 11.
Appraisers set damages at 50 dollars for the Wheatland Lakeview County Road location near Grant Adams, with Adams granted 50. County officials reviewed August and September reports and ordered filings. Objections and damages claims for a new road from Cheyenne north to range lines and from Meliquham’s Ranch south to County Road No. 6 were to be advertised for objections.
The document records the Cheyenne County Board of Commissioners approving a contract with Hughes and others to erect tunasten habits. It notes the county clerk Edward Artist certifying the proceedings as true and correct, dated October 11, 1410, in Cheyenne Wyoming.
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