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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1912
Page
11
Dr. Wm. Sedgwick Saunders of London states long experience proves a cream of tartar powder both efficient and economical and not deleterious to delicate stomachs. He notes England bans alum-containing baking powder sales.
Mrs. Block visits Judge Potter and Mrs. Potter hosts a 6:00 PM tea with 36 guests, carnations and Japanese place cards. Mrs. Bristol plans a progressive tea for tomorrow. Dinner honors Mr. and Mrs. Charette of Los Angeles with a yellow and white centerpiece. A Parish House minstrel show promises high entertainment with dancing and refreshments. Nova Moody elected sponsor for the Cadets at the high school meeting, replacing Mildred Sterling.
A promotional notice extols Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur Hair Remedy from Wyeth Chemical Company New York. It claims sulfur supports hair color and vitality and promises improvements in color, shedding, dandruff and scalp itch with a 50 cent bottle, using simple directions and agent B Troedel as distributor.
Fort Russell hosted a series of social gatherings with Mrs. George M Holley entertaining at a Kensington tea for Mrs. Brockman and Mrs. Morton and others. Yellow chrysanthemums adorned rooms as guests enjoyed needlework and a 5 PM tea. Major and Mrs. Reno planned a reception for General Edwards at Infantry Hop. The Eleventh Infantry Hop and a dinner at Captain and Mrs. James B Kempers’ home followed, with officers and Misses present. Captain and Mrs. Charles S Morton to sail for the Philippines in December, before Mrs Morton visits relatives in St. Louis and Detroit. Lt and Mrs Joseph D Reardon noted among attendees.
Mrs Reardon's mother will depart soon for Alcatras where Mr Reardon travels with prisoners. His wife and her mother will accompany him on the journey.
Mr and Mrs A B Brendler host Mrs Brendlers aunt and cousin Mrs James H Linney and Miss Alice Linney and uncle Mr A F Stewart all of Osceola Mo returning from a California summer Miss Linney a talented musician trained in Germany Mr and Mrs George C Charrette and son Donald have returned to Cheyenne from several weeks visiting relatives in Chicago and in Luddington and Manister Inch they will visit
An old advertising notice touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick remedy for sour upset stomach and gas. It claims relief within five minutes, promising regulation of weak stomachs and millions of yearly sales, recommending a fifty-cent case from any drug store.
Mrs Finma J Dobbins writes from California enjoying her visit and meeting old friends. Mr and Mrs Tom Jay and son visit from Fort Collins and stay with Mr and Mrs Mark Cox at their ranch. Weather noted as mild in California with temperatures around 0 to 9 degrees in northern locales.
New York City public schools face the impact of the equal pay law as the Board of Education plans to appoint 88 women and 22 men to elementary teaching posts. The pool of male applicants is exhausted, with salaries for men reduced and incentives dwindling. Prior to the law, male teachers started at $800 and rose to $2,150 in twelve years. now starting pay is $720 with a $1,500 ceiling after fifteen years.
The commerce commission probes car shortages in the middle and far West while Wabash begins a five building locomotive shop in Decatur to produce fifty engines monthly. Chesapeake & Ohio plans a $1,000,000 hotel at White Sulphur Springs. C K Mohler will head Los Angeles railway appraisal and fares bureau. Sistois Central restricts New Orleans freight without shipper agreements. Ocean equipment shortages mirror railcar shortfall. ICC handles rates only.
A dialogue snippet shows a judge quipping about borrowing a lawn mower to cut the grass, referencing Pure White Lead and the Sherman Co. The terse exchange hints at a courtroom or legal context involving workers and materials.
An old fashioned advertisement touts Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna as a gentle, safe laxative for children. It claims it cleanses the bowels, alleviates constipation, and restores appetite without cramps. The California Fig Syrup Co promotes the product as the genuine remedy and warns against other preparations.
The National Dairy Show at the International amphitheater, Chicago, opened with light and heavy trucks showcased. Colonel William Skinner leads the exhibit, noting strong demand as dairies shift from horse and wagon to automobiles to handle the growing industry.
Washington Oct 24 The newly formed quartermaster corps began work today under a consolidated act uniting the quartermaster general commissary general and paymaster general offices. Major J B Aleshire, ex-head of the quartermaster department, heads the new corps. The act also advances six subsistence captains to major to preserve relative rank amid the consolidation.
Clara A Ligler operates at 411 West 19th offering shampooing manicures artistic hairdressing and hairwork services with contact phone 817 for appointments.
The State Leader newspaper appears as Wyoming's Want Ad medium, touting its classifieds reach and local listings. Advertisers are urged to try the service to connect with readers statewide, highlighting broad reach and timely placements.
Henry Clews foresees continued prosperity for the West amid strong crop yields and farmer earnings. He cites heavy foreign stock liquidation, rising money demand, and a favorable U.S. trade balance as factors supporting a robust domestic economy despite European financial strains.
Fragmentary text suggests a dispute or claim by multiple producers. Details about the claimant, date, and context are unreadable, leaving the core assertion ambiguous and the outcome uncertain.
A testimonial advertisement urges Bekmans Alterative as effective for consumption and lung issues. It cites W. E. Geer of Brooklyn as a recovered user, claiming weight gain, relief from night sweats, and aura of medical approval. The copy invites readers to request a recovery booklet and contact Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia.
A girl and her mother spar over accusations of truth telling in a domestic scene. The daughter Jennie claims her sister Charie lied after overhearing a threat to call mamma if misbehavior occurred, prompting a terse parental rebuke.
Ad brief notes a change or raise in plate costs or related service by The Sherman Company and mentions The State Lewher as the Wyoming Want Ad medium. No specific details or dates provided.
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