Weekly Leader Highlights From Cheyenne and Deadwood
Wyoming penitentiary reports thirty three prisoners Three marriage licenses issued Deadwood wagon loads of goods Cheyenne firm represented L Murrin Also notes on rail fares and Red Cloud Spotted Tail negotiations OMAHA DEARBORN letters and local social events detailed.
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Wyoming Penitentiary
Omaha
Messrs
Swan Bros.will
Cheyenne
Henry Byron
Rita
Denver
Domestic turmoil over child custody in Kann case near Cheyenne
The Cheyenne Kann custody saga resumes as Adolph Kann pursues his child through Deadwood Trinidad and El Moro to Fitchville. Mary Ann Kann abducts the child amid rumors of a Denver residence and cattle theft. Fourteen Arrapahob scouts join muster rolls from Port McKinney as Gen Merritt plans broader scouting for future Indian clashes. A large government train of half a million pounds of property heads for camp with Munson's Ninth Infantry to escort.
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Cheyenne
Adolph
Deadwood
Mrs. K
Adolphros
Mary Ann
George Brown
Trinidad
Colorado
Brown
el Moro
Hatcher
MaryAnn
Denver
Rio Grande Road
Fitchville
Eni
Port McKinney
Merritt
Fort Laramie
Gapt
Munson
Ninth Infantry
Baseball Game Denver Browns Defeat Cheyenne Reds 11 to 10
The Denver Browns beat the Cheyenne Reds 11 to 10 at the Reds grounds after scoring five in the first inning and three in the seventh while the Reds were largely shut out in other frames. Spectators crowded the stands as the five-inning swing and late seventh inning rally defined the close contest.
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Denver Browns
Cheyenne Reds
Reds
Browns
Missouri
Salt Lake
Expedition Reaches Little Missouri for Summer Camp
Army intelligence notes Gen. Bradley's expedition at the Little Missouri river last Wednesday and the establishment of a permanent camp near the forks. The location lies about 235 miles from Fort Laramie and 70 miles from Deadwood, with abundant water and grass and nearby Indian villages.
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Deadwood
Something About the Bannock Chief Buffalo Horn Leader of Bannocks
Buffalo Horn, the present Bannock leader, is well known across the region between the Sierra Nevada and the Missouri River. A half breed, he has long been friendly to whites and served two years ago as Crook's chief scout, outranking notable frontier figures. He is familiar with U S military tactics, brave to rashness, and may not surrender until forced.
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Buffalo Horn
Alli
Regson
Sierra
Névadas
Missouri River
Pacific Railroad
Dominion of Canada
Black “Hills
Crook
Wild Bill
Jack Crawford
United States
Letter from Mrs Jenks to Anderson and Weber promises aid
The document shows Mrs. Jenks writing to Anderson and Weber, signing as John Sherman, asserting guarantees from Gov. Hayes based on a long acquaintance. She promises support soon after March 4 and notes they may need to leave Louisiana if required, reflecting political maneuvering and obligations.
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Louisiana
Postoffice Installs Yale Boxes Delayed by Lease End
New Yale mail boxes received for the postoffice were placed in position last evening after a waiting period caused by the lease on the old boxes running to month’s end. Officials say the public will be gratified by the improvements.
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Yale
Local Foot Races Highlight Evening on Ferguson Street
Last night at about 11:30, several young gentlemen competed in foot races. A 100 yard race on Ferguson street saw Henry Altman defeat Charles Herman, while John Martin beat A Hershfield. Observers note the contestants plan another run on the Fourth.
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Ferguson Street
Charles Herman
Henry Altman
John Martin
A. Hershfield
Election of Officers at Allemania Lodge No. 5
At a meeting last night of Allemania Lodge No. 5 I O C F officers were installed by Grand officers Leopold Kabis G M M D Alt man G Marshal Pred Gerke N G Joseph Dillman V G Hans Mumn Rec S Herman Kimme T John Leisge Per Sec
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Allemania Lodge No. 5
I. 0
C. F
Leopold Kabis
G. M
M. D. Altman
G. Marshal
Pred. Gerke
N. G
Joseph Dillman
Drunken Mule Arrests Rider After Rampage
A intoxicated mule causes a street spree on Sixteenth and Eddy streets, endangering pedestrians. The rider, pursued by police, is arrested after the animal's intoxicated behavior prompts the Capture. The incident ends with the rider jailed, highlighting the moral: Never ride a tipsy mule.
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Sixteenth Street
Eddy Street
Destructive Fire Destroys Mill in Deadwood
Early this morning Geo. F. Ingram & Co saw mill and shingles machine were burned, destroying 125000 feet of lumber with a loss of 5000 dollars. No insurance. The company plans to resume operations promptly.
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Deadwood
Geo. F. Ingram & Co
Leader Weekly Subscription Push
The mammoth weekly LEADER urges readers to subscribe now. It promotes ongoing coverage, features, and special issues designed to inform and engage the community.
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Mammoth Weekly Leader
Real Estate Transfers from Union Pacific to Various Buyers
Real estate transfers record Union Pacific Railroad company selling multiple parcels to buyers including B Hellmans, L C Stevens, Erasmus Nagle, John Scott, Robert H Young, A S Cae, McLaughlin, Sarah Stevens, Timothy Dyer, J W Hammond, Francis Seagrave, Mary Ann Stevens, Elijah Burkstead, Wa G Provinee and Milton Taylor. Considerations range from $1 to $850 with several undivided interests and fronting blocks noted in numerous lots across blocks 229 324 358 368 419 424 856 864 912 and 140.
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Union. Pacific Railroad Company
B. Hellmans
L. C. Stevens
Erasmus Nagle
John Scott
Robert H Young
A. S. Cae
Tol. McLaughlin
Sarah Stevens
Timothy Dyer
J. W. Hammond
Francis. Seagrave
Mary Ann Stevens
C. Stevens
Elijah Burkstead
Stevens
Wa. G. Provinee
F. Nuckolls
Milton Taylor
Road Agents Rob Passengers in Dakota Territory Assault
A Deadwood to Cheyenne coach was attacked by road agents near Whoop-Up, sixty-five miles south of Deadwood. Four passengers were robbed, two wounded when a robber was shot by Daniel Finn, one robber mortally wounded, and other passengers injured lightly. The coach arrived in town with all passengers safe. authorities pursue the assailants as Union Pacific officials promote P. Shelby to assistant general freight agent.
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Hay Greek
Deadwood
Cheyenne
Smith
Finn
A. Liberman
Wm. Ward
E. P. Vining
H. H. Clark
Union Pacific Road
Instf
P.P. Shelby
Shelby
Omaha
Jack Casement
Union Pacific
Omaha transfer chief earns rapid rise at station
An Omaha transfer location agent received a cle receiving and paying base and after serving at the freight house and eastern roads he was promoted to superintendent of the transfer. He has earned the company’s confidence and a notable advancement.
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Maha
Military matters and local notices from Cheyenne
The report lists military updates including extensions of leave for Lieut W C Forbush and Capt Emil Adam of the Fifth Cavalry, orders for Lieut Jacob C Augur to join Fort McKinney, and a deserter Joseph Funk to Dakota headquarters. It covers a fort survey on lost ordinance, a court martial in Dakota resulting in dismissal for Lieut Edwin P Eckerson, a divorce case for George A Taylor, tax assessment delays, journalism retirement, church service notes, and various local incidents and business changes in Deadwood and Cheyenne.
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W. C. Forbush
Fifth Cavalry
Emil Adam
Department of the Platte
Omaha Barracks
Jacob C. Augur
Ci C
Whidh
Bistown
Fort McKinney
Wyoming
Fort
D. A. Russell
Joseph Funk
Dakota
Survey
Geo. O. Webster
Fourth Infantry
Johnsv. R. Hoff
J. E.H. Foster
Third Cavalry
Fort Fetterman
Henry. E. Noyes
Second Cavalry
Thos. Meagher
Fort Rice
Dakota Territory
Edwin P. Eckerson
Seventh Cavalry
George A. Taylor
Denver
W. G. Provines
John C. Friend
The
Carbon News
Wheeler
Congregationals
McIntire
Lake City
Colorado
Cheyenne
Longmont
Sun
BE. A
J. H
Ed. Cuthbertson
Manitou
Union, Pacific
Deadwood
June Weather Summary From Observations
Meteorological report for June records mean barometer 30.025 inches with a high 30.211 and low 29.780 inches. Temperature average 68.69 with a maximum 86.2 and minimum 35. Precipitation totaled 1.71 inches with rain or hail on fourteen days and measurable on eight. Wind mainly northwesterly, max speed 28.28 mph. fourteen clear days, twelve fair, four cloudy. The barometer peaked on the 19th and trough on the 1st. highest heat on the 28th and lowest on the 3rd.
Western Remedy for Diarrhoea and Dysentery Promoted
An 19th century advertisement touts Brown's Extract Blackbarry and Ginger as a remedy for diarrhoea dysentery cholera morbus and cholera infantum. It urges families to buy a bottle from their druggist to save sickness and doctor costs and warns delays are dangerous. Also promotes Brown's Amihilious Liver Pills and Hureka Ague Pills as cures for ague. Sold by dealers in Cheyenne and the New West.
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Brown
Cheyenne
New West
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