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Newspaper
Cheyenne Weekly Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1883
Page
12
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The elderly Port Leo X11, now 74, is described as tall and slender with strict routines. He begins the day with prayer and mass, reviews letters after breakfast, and is reputed to follow prudent business methods. The piece notes political shifts around internal revenue and tariff revision, contrasting Randall and Carlisle.
A girl sought damages in a breach of promise case, asking 100 dollars per blight for four alleged failures to marry. The Ottawa Republican notes the suit for 400 dollars. Other items describe the Williamsburgh stub railroad, cattle transport quirks, and winter work on major monuments.
A playful admonition lists colorful phrases to avoid when describing roads hedges carpenters trees and racing. It warns reporters not to mock common objects with grandiose metaphors and to steer clear of inflated labels for everyday items or people.
An Arkansas writer notes many residents hinder progress with stubborn opposition. He cites hundreds of fake houses lacking stoves in southern Arkansas and farmers opposed to railroads fearing game disturbance. A reporter recalls a farmer willing to sell as rails approach within thirty miles.
Washington reports a large influential lobby planned for this winter to block repeal of pre emption and timber culture laws and to resist amendments to the homestead act and land service funding. Representative Ryan of Kangas says the group will mobilize political influence and funds to maintain current abuses and prevent changes to land laws.
How often do we hear of the sudden fatal termination of a case of croup, when a young life might have been saved by the prompt use of Ayer's Cherry Pectoral. Be wise in time, and keep a bottle of it on hand, ready for instant use.
An advertising note touts Parker's Hair Balsam for exceptional cleanliness and claims it makes gray hairs disappear with occasional use, presenting a sensational beauty remedy of the era.
James Blunt was killed when George Cook, his brother-in-law, shot him outside a Front street saloon. Cook, seen drinking earlier with companions, fled north toward the mills but was captured next morning by Harry Smith near the railroad yard and jailed. Coroner's inquest to begin with juries soon. the community fears swift vigilante justice.
M. E. Downs of Helena says Montana exhibitors will back the exposition next year with added ore displays and a stock exhibit. He notes the territory is friendly to the managers and that Montana’s mines are producing more richly, drawing crowds to the region.
The New York Sun notes speculation that General Sheridan’s guided tour with President Arthur may influence a policy shift. It cites that Sheridan’s Indian life briefing could aim to shape views on placing reservation Indians under army charge, though the idea remains an inference.
An insane inmate at the town jail demanded the mayor be told to appoint a new sheriff and claimed the jail had turkeys for Thanksgiving. The reporter noted the episode as the crank sought influence and the other inmates teased him.
Cleveland congressman elect Martin A. Foran says his family uses St Jacobs Oil and finds it safe and reliable with relief for a lame knee, as reported by The Plain Dealer.
Watches jewelry and silverware offered by Shurley & Co of Chicago with a promise of single article at the dozen price and approval terms. Endorsed by major express companies and notable officials. Catalog available on request from 77 State Street Chicago.
A poem-style sketch opens with a dented city scene and a comical spittoon moment. The city council then convenes at city hall with Mayor Cary presiding and lists present including City Marshal Schnitger Clerk Jeffrey and Attorney Riner. The routine session includes bills referred to committees and several carried over. The total includes a $1,200 land purchase and officers’ monthly salaries.
A reporter, jailed briefly for item gathering, meets Rodgers the alleged murderer upon arrival in Cheyenne. The tall 40 year old claims innocence and is described as a hesitant interviewee who may have risked self-implication if he spoke more. Rodgers is said to be a soldier from Indiana in company K of the 7th infantry.
Coroner’s jury summoned November 28 by Justice B A Hert at Fort Laramie heard John Wallace explain the Williams Darling claim and fight at St Denis ranch. Corporal Stevens testified Williams lay dead as Wallace pounded him and Rogers claimed self defense before arrest and verdict. A blood stained knife tied to Rogers later found. The report also notes a resignation by a Ohio postmistress and a prison visit by Ann Louise Keiona with a jailhouse song and escape incident.
In the grand semi annual drawing buyers may send for tickets by the methods outlined in the paper with confidence of prompt delivery.
A Life Saving Present from Hutchinson Kansas credits a simple trial bottle of Dr Kings New Discovery for curing asthma bronchitis and severe throat and lung diseases after doctors and climate failed. Free trial bottles at Gray Pearses drug store. Large size one dollar.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a universal healer for burns bruises cuts ulcers salt rheum cancer piles chiblaina corns tetter and chapped hands with a money back guarantee and states Gray & Pearze supply it.
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