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Cheyenne Weekly Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1883

Page

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Rates For Daily Subscriptions And Advertisements

Rates published for daily subscriptions in advance and various advertising charges. Includes per-line rates for local notices, legal notices, and official advertising. Details mention weekly and yearly terms, with different prices by length and duration. Address: J. B. Morrow, publisher, Cheyenne Wyoming.

Wat Daily Lradwr Bourgeoim Gsote Wreezy Leaper Transight J. B. Morrow Chayenne, Wyo

Notice to Subscribers on Paid Time for Paper

The colored label on each subscriber’s paper shows the time paid. After this issue, overdue subscriptions will be discontinued. We are printing the largest weekly in the Rocky mountain region and require cash in advance for subscriptions.

Rocky Mountain

Fort Russell rebuild plans take shape in Cheyenne dispatch

Preparations for rebuilding Fort Russell are underway for the coming year. The Cheyenne Sun reprints from Boomerang with accusations of journalistic bias while noting local progress in rail, post, and public works.

Daily Leader Fort Russell Cheyenne Sun The Sun Pratea Rock Creek

Seed Annual 1984 Free Catalog From D. M. Ferry & Co.

Complimentary notice extols D. M. Ferry & Co. Detroit seedsmen, noting their large US business, on farm seed production, and global reputation. The 1984 Seed Annual is offered free to readers who apply, described as practical for buying seeds true to name.

D. M. Ferry & Co Detroit Mich United States

Cattle Thieves Caught and Charged in Wyoming Case

Longstanding cattle theft case tied to 1870s herd of 1700 government cattle near White River agency. Charles Wilson held to $1000 bail in U S district court on cattle stealing charge. Grand jury returned true bills and warrants issued. Wilbur F Hugus arrested by Wyoming Marshal Schnitger, held on $65000 bail.

Charles Wilson Wyoming United States District Court West White River Agency Thoroburg Milk Creek Wilbur F. Hugus Marshal Schnitger Wyoming Territory

Cattle Theft and Bribery Alleged in Wyoming Cantonment Case

White river cantonment area housed about thirty one U S troops when Wilson was arrested in Wyoming and brought to court on bail. He and a co defendant are charged with aiding Wes Tavis to steal government cattle and route them to Hugus Co. for sale to the government, with brand alteration from ID to J H P and sale at fifteen cents a pound. Cavils over market value and timing are noted by the Denver Republican.

White River United States Wilson Wyoming Wes Tavis Tavis Hugus & Co J H P Denver Republican

Stock Notes From Fort Worth Journal Reveals Cattle Trends

The Fort Worth Journal reports 300 men organized to cut fences in the southwest. A Atascosa county stockman faces forgery indictment. Spring cattle shipments are light but later loads rise, not matching last year’s weights. Strickland of Presidio sold 1 500 head to Independence Cattle Co at 25. Inspections raise questions about cattle theft claims across state lines with Colorado branding disputes lingering.

W. F. Sharp Sickles Fort Worth Journal Atascosa County Strickland Presidio ‘County Independence Cattle Company Texas Stock Association Chicago Colorado Texas Colorado Stock Association

A Strange Light Near Halsted Ranch Sparks Curiosity

J F Halsted living northwest of town reports a nightly sighting near a low wet area half a mile from his ranch. A fiery elongated light rises forty to fifty feet, glows red, then vanishes, regularly seen at ten past seven. Locals speculate the phenomenon may indicate valuable minerals.

J. F. Halsted

Pioneers Organize At City Hall Elect Officers

Old pioneers met at city hall to form a new constitution and by laws. Judge J R White became president and H Houseman vice president while W Mf Mass was secretary. Membership requires residency before 1868 and age 21 with a $2 fee. An honorary member was added for W P Carroll. Meeting adjourned to December 20 with large attendance.

J. R. Whitehead H. Houseman W. Mf. Mass Territory W. P. Carroll

Death of Mrs Van Tassel at Boston noted in Cheyenne

Telegram reports the death of Mrs. Van Tassel from consumption in Boston. Longtime Cheyenne resident she was cherished for generosity and civic kindness. The notice urges support for the bereaved family and mentions health products Brown's Iron Bitters and Glenn’s Sulphur Soap.

Hicks van Tassel Boston

Colorado Clippings Preview Regional Prosperity and Tension

Colorado notes report coal consumers in Durango paying $3 per ton and the Maddonna mine at Monarch shipping seven car loads daily. Trinidad residents fund river improvement while Mayaville churchgoers face social excess. New coal veins near Durango spark interest. Castle Rock adds a 75 foot flagpole and announces a gold lead. Labor disputes loom as South Park workers conflict with officials. 400 men toil on the Escalante tunnel in three divisions, about four feet daily, unlikely to finish before spring.

Maddonna Monarch Trinidad Purgatoire Mayaville Durango Castle Rock The Law South Park Stettauer Placer Ten Mile Escalante

A Good Foundation Says Parker’s Ginger Tonic Benefits

A New Orleans Picayune advertisement claims Parker's Ginger Tonic strengthens the stomach and nerves, aids digestion, reduces nervousness and rheumatism, and keeps the kidneys active to carry off foul matter.

New Orleans Picayune

Newark Man Walks to New York Gains Breath and Praise

A Newark man told of his wife’s recovery from a lung ailment after using Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar. He credited the product for easing her breathing after one bottle and aiding full recovery after six. The article mentions Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar sold by druggists and Pike's Toothache Drops. Jimmy Powell left for Hereford England with cattle for the Hereford association.

Hale Jimmy Powell Hereford England Hereford Association

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