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Newspaper
Cheyenne State Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1920
Page
3
Social clubs host Halloween parties and dinners at the Temple and local halls. Members of Eastern Star, Rosary, and Missionary groups plan bazaars, teas, and support activities for St. Mary’s and Congregational societies. Several funerals, birthdays, and visits are noted among city residents and guests.
The Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power plant on West Seventeenth Street receives the first sections of a new 600 horsepower boiler to power a turbine. Engineers debate unloading the giant sections from a flat car, with plans for a special derrick. Fire brick for furnace brickwork is stored under a temporary shed awaiting installation.
A mother complains of her crying child Mose from morning to night and jokes about rechristening him Lachrympee as the Boston Transcript noted with humor.
A forest area in the United States burned annually amounts to three times the size of France's devastated regions, highlighting vast fire loss and regional impact across the country.
In 1850 three fourths of lumber came from the north east and central states, but now only about 15 percent originates there. The change highlights a broad geographic shift in supply sources over time.
An advertisement advises readers with catarrhal deafness to mix Parmint double strength with hot water and sugar. Take a tablespoon four times daily to relieve head noises and clear nasal passages. The remedy is stated to be easy to prepare, inexpensive, and pleasant tasting.
Tacoma resident J Conroy reports severe cough and general weakness improved within two days after taking Vinol. He describes past ailments including constipation backache and stomach trouble and credits Vinol with restoring energy and vitality. Credit to Beaborn Shipbuilding pany and local dealer for sale.
The Cheyenne community recalls the “Skookum” captain known for his Washington team career and wartime service. Brother of Mrs. Carl Gullin, he attracted many friends during a 1918 summer visit and has since earned recognition as an All American candidate praised by locals.
Little locals announce J A Kirkpatrick Real Estate and Insurance at 1821 Carey Ave. J B Roberts, a cash register expert, will be present for a few days for cleaning oiling adjusting and repair services this week. Also promoted are auto top making by Huckfeldt Finkbiner and a large line of carriages and surreys with phone numbers listed.
An old humorous passage recounts American journalists touring England marks and a guide pointing to a tower claimed to date to William the Conqueror. A girl asks about satin factory and the scene captures lighthearted travel banter.
A brief notice touts a convenient pocket bank from the Growers' National Bank to aid saving efforts. The fragment emphasizes accessibility and personal finance ease for readers seeking simple savings options.
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