Grand Swindle Netting Victims Across States Uncovered
Sun reports Frederickson and Co of Chicago carried out a large land swindle touching Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska and Wyoming. In Cheyenne four victims Joseph Sladek, Charles Miller, Frank Washek and others financed land purchases at $9.25 per acre, with last payments pending. Investigations reveal smooth agent John Kocourck promoted the scheme for installments, while titles remain unissued and recovery prospects are slim.
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Sun
Associated Press
Frederickson & Co
Chicago
Kansas
Iowa
Nebraska
Wyoming
Frederickson
Cheyenne
Joseph Sladek
Charles Miller
Keefe
Frank Washek
John Kocourck
Kocourck
Jackson City
Jackson County
Minnesota
Frederickson & Son
Mr. Sladeck
Sladek
Tue Sun
Danny Sun
Mr. Washek
Miller
Sixteenth Street
Receiver Seeks Discharge as Assets Fall Short
A receiver in a pending case seeks discharge after reporting assets under $100 while liabilities surpass a million. Frederickson has fled, but a victim vows pursuit to recover some stolen funds, expressing resolve to recoup losses from his alleged villiany.
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Frederickson
District Court Hears Perry Cattle Case and Juvenile Plea
In district court George Perry and his son James faced cattle killing charges. George pled guilty while James, aged 18, was allowed to continue his case on personal recognizance of 500 dollars, with defense stating the boy acted without guilty intent. The court adjourned for Friday morning. Judge Corn to preside in civil cases later. Southoff, previously convicted of assault, drew eleven months in jail.
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George Perry
James Perry
Thal
Charles John Thompson
Perry
Soathoff
Corn
van Devanter
Trainmen Grievance Committee Meets in Laramie
The grievance committee of the Wyoming division of trainmen led by Geo. W. Vroman traveled to Laramie for talks with Superintendent Barr about recent suspensions. Cheyenne meetings yielded details of each case as the men seek reinstatement for unwarranted removals and assurances of proper cause and due process in future dismissals.
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Wyoming Division of Trainsmen
Geo. W. Vroman
Laramie
Barr
Cheyenne
Fire Bug Suspect Tied to Local Barn and Haystack Fires
Fires at a Laramie brewery and two nearby haystacks, all blamed on incendiaries, prompt suspicion on John Kennedy who is linked to Fein’s stack fire with strong evidence and possible motives. Huston case lacks charges but circumstances point toward Kennedy as well, tied to a disputed land sequence and Kennedy’s past ejectment by Huston. The preliminary Fein examination was reported with no action yet in Huston’s loss.
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Laramie
Jacob Fein
Charles Huston
John Kennedy
Fein
Huston
Kennedy
Wyoming Central Land and Improvement Company
Improvement Company
Real Estate Boom Reported in City Transactions
Real estate activity rose with multiple transactions reported in Cheyenne and surrounding areas. Dealers noted improving demand and a busy market, with several large deals in progress. The Tribune notes railway engineers in Cheyenne consider forming a loan and building association.
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the Tribune Save the Railway Engineers of
Cheyenne
Slow Elk raids by Nebraska grangers threaten Wyoming cattle ranges
Suwa correspondent from Kimball Nebraska reports ongoing organized raids by Nebraska settlers into Wyoming stock, with cattle butchered and meat sold openly. The practice, termed hunting slow elk, has grown over two to three years near Goshen Hole and along the Nebraska Wyoming line. Law enforcement and line riders struggle to curb the thefts, which amount to grand larceny, while some riders may look the other way for a price. The piece urges united action by affected parties and authorities to investigate and stop the depredations.
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Suwa
Kimball
Neb
Wyoming
Nebraska
Goshen Hole
Bay State
Union Cattle Company
Thanksgiving Sermon at M E Church on Providential Grounds
The Union Thanksgiving service at the M E Church drew a large audience as Rev. L D Lamkin preached on Providential Manifestations as a ground for Thanksgiving. He linked Israel and America, praised education and religion, and urged steadfast faith in Bible principles for national prosperity.
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M.E. Church
L. D. Lamkin
Israel
Germany
Scotland
England
America
Gladstone
Spencer
Local Crime Stops Urged After Criminial Actions Mentioned
In a cautious note, community leaders discuss stopping crimes and punishing perpetrators. Tike Sun advocates possible action to curb offenses and uphold public safety.
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Tike Sun
Drunk Expressman Confesses Theft of Money Packages
Expressman Kelley of Laramie admits taking two money packages totaling 6350 to his home instead of the office. He says he was very drunk and unaware of his actions. He returned the packages voluntarily and pledges to fund a full investigation if his honesty is later questioned.
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Kelley
Laramie
Express Office
Justice of the Peace
Stoll Taken To County Hospital For Care
W. R. Stoll was carried to the county hospital last evening for better quarters and continued care as his illness worsens. The condition has grown more serious, and a long treatment is anticipated.
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W.R. Stoll
Loans Made on Ranches for a Term of Years
D W Guinnared reports on ranch financing options with loans offered for fixed terms. The piece highlights terms, interest expectations, and potential benefits for ranch owners seeking capital for development or operating expenses.
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D. W. Guinnared
Common Sense on party loyalty in office debate
Cheyenne column defends that a republican elected to office should serve the people first, party second. The writer argues loyalty to party and to the public good can coexist, and that representatives must consider the entire community over factional interests despite local pressures.
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Sun
Str
Tie Sun
Tae Sun
Adams
Laramie County
Cheyenne
Mastodon skull unearthed while sinking well at Pine Bluffs
E Corbin of the Union Pacific bridge dept, after seventeen years with the company, was sinking a well at Pine Bluffs when at 28 feet he found mastodon remains. An upper jaw 18 inches long held teeth, with a possible extra tooth. Bones were dug out to over 24 feet. Gen. E C David supervised and brought a few specimens.
Into Millions and the Fredericksen Fraud Ring
The Tue Sus last Thursday report reveals frauds reaching into the millions across half a dozen northwestern states. Victims include rich and poor robbed of land, homes, and mortgages, with titles lacking and mortgages sold to wealth. The piece suggests Chicago suspend its claim to the rascals to allow victims to pursue swift, rough justice. A judge Lynch interview is proposed to avoid a full trial.
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Fredericksen
Chicago
Lynch
Masquerade Ball At Keefe Hall Draws Large Attendance
The Typographical Union hosted a masquerade ball at Keefe hall last evening. Ladies in unique costumes impressed guests and the Ladies' Aid society provided supper. Andrews' Dramatic company attended after their performance and all present enjoyed the event.
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Keefe Hall
The
Typographical Union
Ladies’ Aid Society
Andrews’ Dramatic Company
Cheyenne Business Shows Upward Movement Before Holiday Season
The Cheyenne business volume is rising with daily healthy expansion. Merchants report increased trade and larger cash receipts, signaling renewed confidence and an enduring local business upturn as the season approaches.
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Tribune
Carp shortage limits Wyoming fish distribution
Fish Commissioner Miller received 7 000 carp for distribution in Wyoming though 15 000 were requested due to a reduced supply. National fish ponds released far fewer carp this year, with only 32 000 carp available against typical 300 000 to 400 000, yet the carp grown larger from abundant pond food.
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Miller
Wyoming
National Fish Commissioner
Ellis
Governor's quilt fundraiser links governors autographs
Spokane Falls Congregational ladies planned a crazy quilt with each state's governor autograph. Wyoming supplied a square signed by Governor Warren, and President Harrison's autograph joined the compilation. Governor Shoup of Idaho made the first bid of 25 dollars, then was quickly doubled by a Spokane lady, with further bids and thanks from Rev. A W Williams and Mrs Barnke.
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the Congregational Church
Spokane Falls
Congregational Aid Society
Wyoming
Warren
Harrison
A. W. Williams
Centennial Square
Shoup
Idaho
Spokane
Barnke Auove
Growth of a Wyoming town transforms into budding city
The Newcastle Journal reports rapid growth of a Wyoming area once distant from Newcastle. Within two months a village has become a bustling center with 600 to 1,000 residents. Substantial business houses line main street, cross streets develop, and a permanent foothold is sought as expectations rise for further growth.
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Newcastle
Main Street
Newcastle Journal
Coal crook Harry Howard on trial for carload theft
The court heard the trial of Harry Howard accused of stealing a car load of coal. He was found guilty of petit larceny after presentation of a $20 check and a legal maneuvering dispute over the car remaining on the track. The jury returned the verdict late in the evening.
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Harry Howard
Poisoning Fight At Cheyenne Post Office
A lively confrontation erupted yesterday afternoon between a Cheyenne lawyer and physician at the post office. They clashed verbally and physically, reportedly over alleged malpractice involving the poisoning of the lawyer’s two dogs, including a prized Spite hound and a Newfoundland. The dispute centered on the claim that the doctor caused the dogs’ deaths, with the lawyer seeking to enforce his rights by force.
Robbed the Safe at Pacific Express Colorado Springs
John Tyler, a clerk, is charged with robbing about $800 from the Pacific Express company safe in Colorado Springs. He was captured at Rawlins by Deputy Donnell and returned to El Paso County Sheriff Jackson. Tyler claims only $100 was stolen. Deputy Sheriff Cooper and c. V. Trumbull pursued to Douglas, Converse County, with Trumbull awaiting a new trial per Judge Van Vevanter in Douglas.
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John Tyler
Pacific Express Company
Colorado Springs
Rawlins
Donnell
Jackson
el Paso County
Colorado
Cheyenne
Converse County
Cooper
C. V. Trumbull
Douglas
Northern
van Vevanter
Trumbull
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Fredericksen & Co
Fredericksen & Son
Tux Sun
District Court
Supt. Barr
Nebraska Grangers
Banner County
Daniel Webster
W. AR. Stoll
Kicker
Common Sense
Woo
Carp
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