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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1910
Page
14
Cincinnati reports a $242,000 plate collection at the triennial Episcopal convention. Bishops rule that only ordained clergy may occupy pulpits, and a $20,000 memorial gift for George C. Thomas will be used for a building in his memory.
The event hosts former U S Senator Joseph M Carey of Cheyenne, Dr Earl Whedon of Sheridan and Mixes Rose Bird of Cambria as principal speakers. They campaign as Democratic candidates for governor secretary of State and superintendent of public instruction respectively.
In Muscatine Oct 12 a 1 year old Freddie Meyers cried as he testified before Judge Barker in juvenile court. He said his stepfather W Bickford Wilton had beat him and that others urged him to say what to pay. The commissioners later acquitted the stepfather and the case moved on.
Barker decided to have him placed in a home where he could receive a good home.
At 1 o'clock this afternoon an escort is planned to move the body of Edward Crommett from Harry's undertaking establishment to the depot. Charles Fuelscher and J Walters sign as secretary and dictator in the notice.
Chief Smalley relays details of an armed escape from Cheyenne as two prisoners fled after drugging a sentry and stealing his side arms. Guards scour the countryside on foot and by horse, with train crews warned to watch for the fugitives who are expected to resist arrest. Doyle, released to post authorities, claims the sentry was drugged after accepting whiskey.
In Starkville CVLO Oct 12, reports say 14 bodies lie in the morgue or buried, 8 located in the mine and 34 missing as rescuers press to reach others. Five bodies were transported to Trinidad today while rescue teams push into unexplored mine recesses. Fred Foster, a civilian worker, was killed during the efforts as dawn broke.
In Union Springs New York typhoid fever sweeps a family of Gillespies. Joseph Gillespie 25 dies as four Gillespie brothers Thomas 29 Joseph 25 James 22 and Bernard 20 succumb within three weeks. Mrs Gillespie dies Sept 12. Miss Margaret Gillespie nurses at home and learns of Bernard’s death while coffin is being chosen for Thomas. A double funeral is held.
Baudette Oct 11 Governor Eberhard arrives with a trainload of provisions easing forest fire relief. Reports persist of bodies in burned areas though local officials say no new holes found. Red Cross branches report generous subscriptions aiding recovery efforts.
Alton dispatch reports a college fight near the Shortliffe ministerial school. Lester Ailey, a reported student, received word of a gdi- line from an athletic event.
Reports describe a funeral fight scene with clowns tearing down opposing colors after a battle in a field near Fort Dodge. Senator DePiver remains ill with stomach trouble but not critical. Walter Camp leaves for New Haven with word that Yale needs him for major services.
Charles Fuelscher and J Walters report arrangements at Baris Undertaking for the interment of Edward Crom. The remains were brought to the depot and a brief ceremony is planned at one o clock this afternoon. Local officials declined further details.
A Republican lawmaker from Carbon County pressured Encampment and Baratage voters to skip Judge Carey’s meeting, asking friends to discourage others for five reasons to oppose the ticket. The effort backfired as the Encampment audience heard Carey speak, drawing the largest turnout in the valley. Winkelman, linked to a local political ring, faced scrutiny over outside influence alleged to come from Cheyenne.
Friday evening October 24 marks a rally at Capitol Avenue Theatre featuring former United States Senator Joseph M of Sheridan and Miss Rowe Hird of Camila, both Democratic candidates for superintendent of public instruction.
Poor toolmaker Martinus P. Winther of Kenosha Wisconsin faces a three year plan to save and earn a fortune through disciplined work. He is cited as lacking incentive but may become a small fortune if he stays the course. Det 12 coverage notes Winther’s potential improvement and his situation in Kenosha.
An unclear draft describes a will's contingent provision enabling a beneficiary to obtain about $4 000 upon certain encounters or events. The fragment mentions medical or financial terms but lacks coherent details.
A garbled notice indicates a machine publicity bureau handling speeches by Judge Caray and associates. It mentions West and a roving weaving role among employees and a public publication plan.
In a grim hospital update from Mirabeth, Nik, OK, authorities say five dinner guests lie between life and death after a coordinated assault at a Nova clad gathering. Three have died, two remain in critical danger as investigators pursue leads from leading institutions.
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