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Cheyenne Weekly Leader

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1883

Page

13

Ohio Nominates Weekly Seatex Foraker for Governor

Weekly Seatex Foraker is nominated for governor of Ohio by acclamation. Mile. Marie Litta, the prima donna, was in dangerous condition after a poor performance last night. The steamer Magnet ran on rocks at Cedar Island and is stuck. Henry Schuben, a Jew, died by his own hand in Tucson. Oregon Iron and Steel Works orders 500 cottages for a new rolling mill in Portland. William Stevens, once a noted oarsman, found drowned in Poughkeepsie after being missing since December 5. The anti secret society convention in Montpelier denounces secret societies as root of bad government. Joseph E Temple donates 50000 to Philadelphia Zoo on condition free access two days weekly. George Sherman arrested in Chicago for embezzling about 3000 while clerk for American Steamship. Oliver's Mill in Pittsburgh miners accept 5 percent wage cut after strike. Miners arrested near Pickneyville after warrant. fourteen jailed. Gowannus canal fire in New York and Brooklyn Fire Apparatus works from spontaneous combustion. loss 10000. Tea cargo from San Francisco to Chicago samples sent to New York for inspection. James Dolan pardoned in Massachusetts, arrested in Woonsocket after break-in. Woolen company of Oxbridge to shut down. Hinsdale Bros. to reduce mills to three days per week.

Foraker Ohio Mile Marie Litta Magnet Lake Superior Cedar Island Oregon Iron and Steel Works Portland William Stevens Poughkeepsie New York Montpelier Joseph E. Temple Zoological Party of Philadelphia George Sherman Chicago American Steamship Company Oliver’s Mill Pittsburg Pickneyville Ill New York & Brooklyn Fire Apparatus Company Gowannus Canal Treasury Department San Francisco James Dolan Butler Massachusetts Woonsocket BR. I Dolan Woolen Company of Oxbridge Hinsdale Bros Hinsdale

Civil service exams announced for San Francisco entrants

The civil service commission said competitive examinations for public service in San Francisco will run June 19 to July 3. Applicants must request examination in writing to the commission in Washington, with blanks supplied. Treasury buys 865000 ounces of silver for mint deliveries in Philadelphia New Orleans and San Francisco. Captain Michael V Sheridan promoted to major and assistant adjutant general after General Mitchell's death. President names William W Thomas minister resident at Sweden and Norway and David M Dunn envoy to Valparaiso.

Washington Civil Service Commission San Francisco Treasury Department Philadelphia New Orleans Michael V. Sheridan 7Th Cavalry Mitchell Wm. W. Thomas Maine Sweden Norway David M. Dunn Indiana United States Valparaiso

Panic at Fifth Street primary school fires crowd stampede

A pupil shouted fire in a Fifth Street primary school causing a panic this afternoon. Hundreds of children crowded toward stairways as teachers tried to maintain order and several were crushed with torn clothes though no serious injuries or loss of life reported by police.

New York Fifth Street Usly

China Ready to Fight in War Preparations Reported

Paris dispatch says China is mobilizing on a vast scale with three corps of troops and a fleet ordered to sail for Tonkin. In Dodge City, General Thomas reports an amicable settlement between opposing factions after twenty four hours of mediation.

China Paris Tonquin Dodge City Kan Thomas

Adelaide Smith Sues Liquor Dealers for Damages

In Brooklyn on June 6 Adelaide A. Smith sued Patrick Dempsy and Cornelius Clark under the civil damage act for 10000 dollars claiming liquor sold to her husband made him a drunkard. A verdict awarded her 2500 dollars.

Brooklyn N. Y Adelaide Smith Patrick Dempsy Cornelius Clark

Heat records and travel for sugar commission in Hawaii

The sugar commission departs for Hawaii on June 9 as San Francisco endures a 96 degree day. The evening trade winds return and temperatures drop to 70, easing fears that hot north winds damaged crops. No danger reported currently.

San Francisco Sugar Commission Hawaii

Honor Conferred for Ft Wayne Clergyman in Rome

A cablegram from Ft. Wayne announces Rev. Julian Benert vicar general of the Roman Catholic diocese has been named Monseigneur and appointed prelate of the papal household in Rome. Benert arrived from France as a missionary forty years ago and is the seventh American priest to receive the honor.

Ft. Wayne Julian Benert Rome Benert France United States

Unprecedented Demand for Space in National Industrial Exposition

Denver June 6. The National Industrial exposition opening July 1 will require two large annexes for agricultural implements and mining machinery. Plans approved and construction to start immediately. The event is described as the finest ever held in the western United States.

Denver

Suit Aims at Estate Over $104000 Profit Claim

In Nashville on June 7, it is understood suit will be filed against the estate of Thomas O Conner for $104000 as alleged profit from a joint speculation with ex treasurer Park in Tennessee bonds. The state seeks to recover the defaulting treasurer s share of the profits.

Nashville Thomas O'Conner

Omaha & Northern railway incorp filed for 130 mile route

Articles of incorporation for the Omaha and Northern railway establish a 130 mile line from Omaha to the north line of Cedar county opposite Yankton Dakota with an 80 mile branch through Dodge and Colfax counties to Stanton. Capital at 2 million, authority to 10 million. survey and work to begin at once. The Wakefield depot on the Omaha and St Paul line was blown up and robbed of about $300 last night.

Omaha Omaha & Northern Railway Cedar County Yankton Dakota Dodge Colfax Stanton Stanton County Clark Union Pacific Wakefield Neb Omaha & St. Paul Road

Mormon leaders visit Denver to inspect Utah colony

From Salt Lake arrival of Joseph F. Smith Wilford Woodruff Brigham Young Angus N Cannon John Morgan and Thomas E Taylor in Denver en route to Conejos County to assess the Mormon colony and arrange land purchases for converts. Brigham Young says reports from Europe and the United States predict 20 000 converts this year.

Denver Salt Lake Mormon Church Joseph F. Smith Wilford Woodruff Brigham Young Angus N. Cannon John Morgan Thomas E. Taylor Woodruff Young Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Morgan Southern States Mission Taylor John Taylor Conejus County Utah Europe

Train wreck near Fermington kills four on Louisville line

At 4 p.m. a Louisville and New Albany passenger train wrecked at Fermington three miles south due to a water-damaged trestle. Engineer David Hutchinson fireman Miller Humes baggage master Geo Ammons and a Pullman porter died. No passengers reported killed. Cars wrecked and surrounded by water.

Sensational $1,000 Side Match Race Arranged

Chicago dispatch reports the Chicago driving park schedules a premier trotting match between St. Julian and Clingstone for $1,000 a side with $5,000 added by the association. The event, a best three of five to a 2:10 mile, pays out to the owner of the fastest record. July 9th at the Chicago trotting meeting.

Chicago Hall

Indian hostiles in Sierra Madras fight to reservation

Adjutant General Drum reports from Whipple Barracks that the Chihuahuas, belonging to the Locos group, number 100 to 150 fighting men with 300 plus women and children. They fled toward the Sierra Madras after surrendering near San Carlos and may remain in mountains long, led by Geronimo as General Crook heads south.

Washington Drum Whipple Barracks Arizona Davis 3D Cavalry San Carlos Locos Sierra Madras Loco Charlie McComas General Crook Crook Chihuahuas Warm Springs Mexico Fort Thomas Geronimo J. H. Marti

Severe storm damages in Muncie and Albany reported

A powerful Eastern storm struck Muncie causing the Tide Water Pipe Line Co tank to ignite after a 8000 barrel oil leak from a lightning strike. Several buildings were hit and Albany faced about 50000 dollars in damage with undermined houses and flooded cellars. No injuries reported.

Williamsport Tide Water Pipe Line Co Muncie Albany New Capitol Delavan Hotel

Tragedy at Northwestern Marine elevator collapse

In Milwaukee the Northwestern Marine elevator collapsed under 115000 bushels of wheat. Seven unidentified tramps are believed buried under the debris, with rescue efforts continuing and the death toll uncertain by nightfall.

Milwaukee

Chicago & North Western reelects officers and adopts consolidation

In Chicago on May 7 stockholders reelected Sidney Dillon D O Mills John M Burke and Marvin Hughitt. W K Fairbanks was elected to succeed D Dawes who declined reelection. Articles of consolidation with the Chicago Milwaukee & North Western and the Elgin & Star Line were unanimously adopted. A dividend of 3 percent on the common and 2 percent on preferred was declared payable June 28.

Chicago Chicago & Northwestern Railway Sidney Dillon D. O. Mills Jno M. Burke Marvin Hughitt W. K. Fairbanks D. Dawes Chicago, Milwaukee & Northwestern Elgin & Star

Gambler's Game Fuels Denver Panic and Bank Robbery Rumors

The Republican's Silverton special reports two arson attempts to loot the First National Bank and spark a citizen stampede. Seventy-three indictments have been issued by the grand jury against gamblers and associates. Armed patrols and a vigilance committee guard the city as placards threaten swift punishment for arsonists or shooters.

Denver Silverton First National Bank Grand Jury

Navy invites bids for new steel cruisers at set maximums

Washington announces bids for the new steel cruisers will be opened July 2 at the navy department. Maximum payments are posted: 4 800 ton ship Chicago 1 248 000 dollars. 3 000 ton ships Boston and Atlanta 783 000 dollars each. dispatch boat 399 000 dollars. Secretary Chandler will not act on Dezendorf charges until his return and plans a new board to review Norfolk yard practices.

Washington Navy Department Chandler Chicago Boston Atlanta Dispatch Dezendorf Norfolk Navy Yard Norfolk Yard

Noted Barber boys captured after rural firefight near Tripoli

In Iowa, June 7, a farm house siege four miles southwest of Tripoli led to the capture of the Barber brothers. German farmers aided, a clash left multiple wounded, Henry Tegtmere killed Henry Karsting and others wounded, deputies moved captives to Waterloo Independence rail lines to escape a lynching raid.

Waverly Iowa Tripoli August Tegtmere Henry Tegtmere Henry Tegtmere Bill Barber Bill Ike Henry Page Henry Kersting Henry Karsting John HH Karsting A. Davis Cartensen Dubuque Waterloo Independence

Lodge Closure Prompts Community Update

Ambiguous OCR fragment notes a lodge ending and an upcoming change. Readable elements reference a closure and a subsequent alternative or replacement event. Further context or names are unavailable in the fragment.

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