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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1910
Page
10
Listing of births and name changes across Wyoming towns including Rawlins Clearmont Thermopolis Rock Springs Parkman Sheridan Evanston and more. Details mothers fathers and names of infants with a few marriages and ownership notes.
In Cody and Meeteetse Wyoming a sale of the Park County Enterprise from J K Calkins to a syndicate signals a Republican paper’s shift to Democratic backing. The Meeteetse News also endorses Democratic tickets for governor and county races amid a wave of Republican titles switching sides.
Hon W B Ross and George Forsythe, Democratic candidates for congress and state auditor, held meetings in Cody and Burlington. Voters from many miles around attended as graft exposures and alleged misdeeds of current officeholders stir Democratic support and hint at large victories on November 8.
Residents report several earthquake shocks over recent nights with dishes and windows affected. Engineers operating under the city attribute the disturbances to timber collapse and ground settling in abandoned No 1 mine workings spanning over 200 miles of passages.
At Basin near the Dr G W Walker ranch six hay stacks totaling about 400 tons were burned about midnight. Officials suspect incendiaries as all stacks caught fire simultaneously with no wind aid. Hay grown and cut by W S Orchard, sold to Jaques Allemand, Buffalo flock master, brother of a Ten Sleep raid victim. Sheriff Felix Alston rushed to the scene to pursue suspects.
Thermopolis Ort 17 Pueblo Williams prominent mine discoverer and business man died suddenly at 36 while hunting in the mountains above Duboiy. Initial reports attributed the death to rupture. Williams was well known in the area for his mining ventures and local business activities.
William B. Ross a Democratic candidate for Congress is highlighted as a trusted, able attorney in Cheyenne with ten years of local practice. The Tennessee native and University of Nashville alum previously served as Laramie county prosecuting attorney, noted for justice and fearless prosecutions. He ran for state senate twice, narrowly losing first but leading the Democratic ticket, and is described as temperamentally and intellectually suited to the office.
An impoverished man rose from poverty eight years ago after discovering a vein at the Williams-Li mine, now sunk 800 feet and yielding him a fortune. The report notes his rise from misfortune to notable wealth through the mine’s production.
In attempting to separate two fighting dogs, J. Brawley of Lander was thrown by the brutes and sustained a bad fracture to his left arm. He managed to part the animals, each fleeing in opposite directions. The report notes no further involvement by bystanders in future dog trouble.
The report notes persistent differences despite the broken arm knitting together, highlighting ongoing challenges in recovery and the varying impact on daily life. It emphasizes medical outlook, rehabilitation steps, and the need for continued support and monitoring.
New Postmaster Basin October 17 William Gibson a Basin resident has received a notice from the President advising him of his appointment as postmaster of the Basin office.
Burglars forced the front door of the Winchester post office and made off with about $10 in cash and $50 in stamps. The bold break in occurred during the night of October 17.
Patricia O'Brien arrives in Cheyenne for a one night engagement at Capital Avenue Theatre featuring James Forbes comedy The Chorusy. The touring company includes Goodwin, Laigh, Win One Willett, Anne Ives, and others, after acclaim in London and New York.
In broad daylight a reported incident occurred but officers, surveying the scene, have not located any crew or individuals in the vicinity. Investigators continue patrols and searches for witnesses or suspects related to the event.
A team from Ogden reached Green River to open the offices of Superintendent Jeffers and Superintendent of Bridges and Buildings Beck, now being moved. Additional offices and several buildings will be relocated and constructed at once in this new headqurters site.
A fragment notes a movement from the Burlington de pot to the courthouse about a mile away. No names, dates, or sources provided to confirm details or context.
Letters from readers praise Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin for stomach liver and bowel troubles claiming quick lasting relief from constipation indigestion and dyspepsia. The remedy is described as safe for children and adults with a free sample offer and prices at fifty cents to one dollar for a bottle or box.
Julian Snow son of attorney W C Snow sustained a bad fracture of his right leg after missing a footing while jumping a ravine in Collins Gulch. He lay helpless for hours before a companion returned with a conveyance to bring him to Basin for medical care.
Sparks from a smokestack ignited the shaft house of the Standard Mining company, destroying the temporary structure and fifty cords of stacked wood. The loss is not heavy and the building can be replaced within three weeks.
A report from Leslie reports the Swigart ranch house owned by Mrs. W. B. Ash burned down with heavy loss though unoccupied. Authorities suspect incendiaries.
Sheridan reports sheepherder Burton regained consciousness after days in a coma following a brutal shooting by fellow herder Burt Taylor at a remote mountain camp. Taylor was captured nearby and held on charges of assault with intent to murder.
Sheridan October 17 The first street paving project in Wyoming has begun with creosoted wood blocks slated for the street surface. Negative details on scope and completion not provided.
The article notes Dr. W. B. Caldwell specializes in stomach, liver and bowel diseases for over forty years and will provide medical advice free of charge. Readers are invited to write him at 541 Caldwell Building, Monticello, Illinois, for guidance or a free sample.
Des Moines October 17 Governor Carroll issued a proclamation on the death of Senator Dolliver stating the nation state and people have lost an able statesman and public servant.
A Helena Alabama father touts Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a miracle for his infant daughter once deemed unlikely to live. He gives tiny doses and reports the child now appears healthy and thriving. The ad claims it can be safely used for children of any age with coughs colds or throat stomach issues. It promotes the product as pure mild and invigorating and notes a dollar price per bottle with warnings against substitutes. The Duffy Malt Whiskey Co Rochester NY.
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