Northern Pacific to build snowshed near Mullen tunnel
Wreckly Center notes minutely on Montana development as the Northern Pacific plans a 1,200 foot snowshed at the west end of Mullen tunnel. John Whyte of Maine named to oversee mine development near Fairbank. Fort Collins stirs no further ditch plans along the Platte. Lee Bruyn’s Laramie millinery flooded. damage about 250 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montana
Northern Pacific
Mullen Tunnel
John Whyte
Maine
Fairbank
Fort Collins Company
Platte River
Western Gun Violence Debate Reflects Civilization Progress
The Miles City Press argues the western habit of carrying six shooters is declining with civilization. It notes many past killings and warns against whiskey linked violence, praising cowboys as mostly upright yet urges disarmament for a safer future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glendive
Miles City
Reward Offered For Arrest In Stock Brand Theft
A $500 reward is posted by multiple cattle interests including Carey & Bro and Converse Cattle Company and others for information leading to the arrest and conviction of any person or persons involved in branding stealing or killing stock. The list names numerous firms and individuals such as J M Carey & Co Davis & Robins and Powder River Live Stock Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Carey & Bro
Converse Cattle Company
Henry A. Blair
Gilighriet
Plunkett & Windsor
Powder River Live Stock Company
Union Ca
Tle Company
Royal Co
Andrews
Tryer
Military Assignments and Court Martial at Forts Omaha and Sidney
The following men enlisted at Forts Omaha and D A Russell are assigned to units: Julius Ball to the 4th Infantry Edward F Bell to Company A Samuel W Hagerman to Company E 9th Infantry A general court martial is appointed to meet at Fort Sidney on October 23 1883 or as soon as practicable to try Private Michael Lee Company C and William H Hamer Company A 14th Infantry and any other prisoners. Recruit Henry Smith enlisted at Fort Douglas Utah is assigned to the 5th Cavalry and will report to his regiment when possible. Chaplain W T McAdam leave of absence extended eight days from October 18 1883.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Forts Omaha
Neb
D. A. Russell
Wyo
Julius Ball
4Th Infantry
Edward F. Bell
Samuel W. Hagerman
9Th Infantry
Fort Sidney
Michael Lee
William H. Hamer
14Th Infantry
Henry Smith
Fort Douglas
Utah
5Th Cavalry
W. T. McAdam
U.S. A
Fort Niobrara
Pair Arrested in Robbery of Cheyenne Traveler in Council Bluffs
Robert Stuerman and J M Smith were jailed after allegedly robbing Fred Brokaw, who arrived from Cheyenne and stayed at the Broadway hotel. Brokaw found his $95 missing after waking. Smith had earlier entered his room briefly and later turned in $85 to the St Joseph House landlord. Sherman suspected of aiding the theft was also arrested. cases set for next Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Stuerman
J. M. Smith
Council Bluffs
Fred Brokaw
Cheyenne
Broadway Hotel
St. Joe House
Smith
Omaha Bee
Health Cure Advertises for Men’s Wellness
An advertising notice promotes a product called Health Renewer claiming to restore health and vigor. It alleges cures for dyspepsia impotence and sexual debility and lists a price of $1. The teaser mentions Skinny Men and a seller named Wells.
Wells Almanac Ad Promotes Pain Relief Remedies
Wells Jersey City advertises Rough on Rats Rough on Corns and Rough on Corns lic in almanac form. It promotes quick complete permanent care for corns warts and related conditions. Also notes Job printing in first class style at Laaprr job rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wells
BE. S. Wells
Jersey City
Laaprr
Utah Wool Crop Boosts State Sheep Industry
The Utah wool industry expands with a clip reaching 8 million pounds in excess demand across factories and homes. Importers bring fine bucks from California, priced 20 to 50 dollars, yielding 20 to 30 pounds of wool per year. A California buyer paid 50 thousand dollars for fifty bucks, yet caution is urged against overinvestment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Utah
California
Lander News Briefs Include Candy Pull and Local Races
The Ladies' Aid plans a candy pull at Moore's hall tomorrow evening. F E Coittenden raffles his sorrel stallion Daylight for 3800 dollars, sixty chances, by November 11. A November 6 precinct election will choose a justice of the peace and a constable. Local travel and hunting reports highlight long trips and game taken. Dwelling houses are planned for fall construction, Shoshone agency inspector visits, and demand to make Rawlins Lander Owl Creek stage line daily. The store under construction nears completion as winter stock is hauled in. A bar brawl in Lauder leaves one man cut. Dr. Olmstead patches up the injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missouri
Omaha Bee
Montana
Union Pacific
Yellowstone National Park
Utah & Northern
Park
Snake River
Red Rock
Madison Valley
West Gallatin Canyon
Bozeman
Gallatin Valley
Union
Central Pacific
Northern Pacific
Bothwell
Wyoming
Rawlins
Medicine Row
Lander
John Lajeuvesse
William O'Neal
John Lyman
Jack Gaylor
Orson Grinnett
Robert Barnaby
Mr. van Patten
Mr. Poree
Posible
Jack Wiggins
North Fork
Lauder
Duck
Dr. Olmstead
Stushone Agency
Notice of land claim proof in Cheyenne Wyoming
Notice is given that the claimant has filed intent to make final proof to support his claim. The proof will be made before the Register and Receiver at Cheyenne Wyoming on November 23 1883 for land in township 18 north range 67 west and township 18 north range 68 west. Witnesses: A W Bristol W L Warner George V Danforth and John Warl all of Cheyenne Wyoming. Land Office at Cheyenne Wyoming. Register Mann.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chieyenne
Wyo
Wiven
Sebblor
Cheyenne
Wyoming
Township
AOW
Bristol
L. Warner
George VI
Danforth
John Warl
Wye
Ena
MANN
Register
Taffy for Taranite in Laramie Exchange
A Boomerang scribe notes Katie Putnam giving taffy to Laramieites in a chat about summer visits. The conversation references Lolo and spending vacations in a pleasant summer climate away from the eastern watering placer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katie Putnam
Montana News Roundup Reveals Miners, Cattle and Bank Scams
Reports from Montana detail calves killed by wolves near Benton and wool production by Dent & Tul lock ewes on Wolf Creek. Industrial notes include Barker smelter shutdowns and a 10 ton smelter planned at Chickory. Hecla Mining’s Glendale output nears 76000 dollars monthly with a 51000 payroll. Custer County holds 73000 cattle valued at 2.46 million. Northern Pacific tunnels near completion promise faster Montana trains. A Wood River cable railway between Hailey and Ketchum aims to haul ore and goods, with projected next-season traffic of 400 tons daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia River
Flathead Agency
Fort Missoula
Hecla Company
Glendale
Custer County
David Lucas
Helena
Mill Creek
Virginia City
Newcomb
Parham
Minn
Chickory
Park Branch
Emigrant Gulch
Northern Pacific
Butte
Montana
W. A. Chessman
Getchell & Co’s
Anderson
Mullan
Bozeman
Wood River
Hailey
Ketchum
Notice to McGuire and Phillips in Wyom ing Territory lien case
Harry Blake files in the Ulstrigh Court of the first judicial district of Wyoming territory in Laramie county a claim for 80.46 plus 12 percent interest since June 3 1888 for work and materials on a Cheyenne dwelling. The petition seeks judgment and a mechanic lien on the property Lot 6 Block 361, and requires appearance by November 17, 1883. Clerk Joan K. Jeffrey certifies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas J. McGuire
Fielder M. Phillips
Harry Blake
Ulstrigh Court
First Judicial District
Wyomibog Territory
Laramie County
Cheyenne
Laramia County
Wyomning
Territory
Fec
Thomas J McGuire
A.D
Joan K. Jeffrey
Consumption Cure Claim Promises Free Recipe
Retired East India mission physician offers a universal remedy for consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and lung ailments plus nervous debility. He will send free the multilingual recipe with full usage directions to any applicant by mail to W A Noyis 149 Powers Block Rochester NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East India
Abe
W. A. Noyiss
Power's
Rochuster
Gardeners exchange on plant care and decorative ideas
A jumble of advice on growing and displaying plants and flowers. Mentions vine varieties Hoya Scandens and calla lilies, hanging baskets, petunias, and foliage plants. Includes tips on cultivation, window gardens, and choosing colorful blooms for indoors.
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Wreckly Center
Washington Territory
Omaha
M. E. Hocker
Warm Springs
Fort Steele
Laramie
Union Pacific Figures
Railway Age
Atlantic Pacific
Chicago
Ogden
San Francisco
Kansas City
Atlantic & Pacific
Union Pacific Railway
Denver
Lander News
Ladies’ Aid Society
Moore’s Hall
F. E. Coittenden
Owl Creek
Alvord
Larimer Streets
Colorado
Benton
Dent & Tullock
Wolf Creek
Barker
Royal Baking Powder Co
Andrew
Royal
Anton
Colliers
Colli
U.S
Peter Cours
United States
Dept of Agriculture
Collier’s
Pearl
The
Collier
C. E. Andrews & CO
E. Water St
Milwaukee
Michigan Ave
Skinner Bros. & Wright
Cor. Lawrence and
16Th Sts
Denver, Colo
T. A. Kent
Lake Wy
Great Britain
Ireland
Europe
Great Shoe House
Cheyenne, Wyo
Burt
Leather & Findings
Teller City
ARKED
Bec
Avalon
Trair Beason
Howe
Petunias
Cuttin
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