06 Apr 1922
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Newspaper
Lander Evening Post
Location
Lander, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1922
Page
1
Oklahoma City officials led by county attorney Forrest Hughes investigate hidden angles in the killing of Lieutenant Paul Ward Bock at the Jean P Day home. They seek to understand why Colonel Beck did not depart the Day residence after Day's account and how he passed through the room with Mrs Day on the way upstairs after the shooting.
Police probe the murder of Theodor Tremlay and arson set to house and barn. Four brothers and his father wounded with an ax. Bloodhounds fail to track suspects as officers consider a lone assailant may be responsible.
Woolville Ohio twins William Z r and Henry Bruns claim to be the oldest living twins in the United States celebrating their 88th birthday. born in Germany in 1834 they arrived in America at eighteen and ran a local general store until 1918. after retirement they managed land holdings and farms daily. they credit longevity to hard work, staying busy, and the golden rule.
Lander endures one of the worst April storms with heavy snow and cattle feed disruptions. Yet residents look forward to summer picnics, mountain auto rides, and the White Bus Line to Yellowstars Park on July 1, hoping winds shift and warmth returns to melt the snow.
A four course banquet honoring Viola B. Mochling, Grand Matron of Wyoming O.E.S., was held last evening at the Congregational Church. Decorations featured bold colors with maid attendants serving the meal, followed by a ritual demonstration by Olivet Chapter No. 3 and speeches praising the chapter’s work.
Texas reports indicate worsening flood conditions with unsettled weather expected. Lower lands suffer extensive damage to crops and waterways remain high though some rivers and creeks recede, leaving upland cotton badly washed out and many fields needing replanting.
Bu ford Foster son of Will Poster of Lander married Miss Blow Wilson daughter of Mr and Mrs Van Wilson of Dunac by Rev A T Byang at the bride’s home. Guests included Mr aunt Mr Van Wilson Pred Wilson and Mr and Mrs Hobart DeWolf. The couple left for parts unknown after the ceremony.
Oklahoma oil towns arise rapidly from barren plains after the Osage route sale sparked million dollar land deals. Shidler leads with a seven mile rail terminus and a 42 child school, while Whiz-Bang and other towns tame disorder. Tulsa grows into an oil city with the Red Fork discovery fueling rapid expansion and a 5000 population.
An amateur report notes Mire and Mrs. BW Bishol facing travel delays on the way to California this morning after a heavy fall. They are now resting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Jha Genin and will resume once the weather improves.
A private detective was arrested on a jury tampering charge in the Arthur v. Burch murder case. Another detective faced contempt citation as a court investigation examined alleged improper questioning of jurors. District Attorney Woolvine and deputies were exonerated from knowledge of the alleged tampering.
Sioux City April 6. Jim Clayton aged twenty was hung by one leg from a box car ladder and dragged about one hundred feet by a freight train. His leg was torn off when his body struck a cattle guard as he tried to alight. He probably will die from the injury.
Sagan Engu April 6 reports Presidio officers acknowledge Lieutenant Ralph J. Mitchell was absent from Fort Riley since January 25. He becomes the first officer at Presidio to be listed as absent without leave in its 73 year history as an army post.
The United States District Court adjourned after four days of trial in Martel versus Midwest Refining Company. A Midwest demurrer was overruled, the case postponed to a later date, and the session ended with most court officers and jurors departing.
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Chicago April 6. Billie Burke reportedly faced a risk to her temporary New York residence when Mrs. Brown revealed that nightly telephone calls to Burke’s husband in New York ran up bills. Burke obtained an injunction to retain possession of the residence and control over its use.
Manuel Martínez faces a life trial in Nogales Superior Court for the August murder of Postmaster J. Frank Pearson and his wife at Ruby Arizona. Plácido Silván to be tried after Martínez. The bandits, crossing from Mexico, robbed the post office and killed the couple.
In Nogales Sonora officials ordered banning women from entertaining and serving at the border town to curb public decency. The move targets women employed in venues along the international boundary affecting American travelers seeking drinks and entertainment.
A Pasadena area thief targets homes under construction stealing doors windows baths tubs shrubs and plants. For weeks he gathers components and even bags of cement. The pattern shows repeated thefts at multiple sites as police investigate.
Akron officials announced airship 221 built for the government will replace the recently exploded dirigible and serve until Z11 is completed. The new airship, the largest in government service, will use bellum gap propulsion and travel at 80 miles per hour for 174 feet in length.
Edward Budd, lone surviving horse cabman in the south side, fights motor taxi competition in Chicago. He recalls past demand, earns about nine dollars weekly, and keeps working long hours, aided by a school memory of perseverance.
County commissioners met yesterday and agreed to the levy of the county for March. Wanted two furnished rooms for light bookkeeping. Amphidrom I. O Dow 054 Lander.
By Associated Press April 6 report states the coal strike has not yet affected business. Treasury officials say it is too soon to see depletion of coal reserves enough to impact industry. They believe there will be no danger to summer operations despite a protracted dispute between miners and operators.
Olivia Stamm, accused of murdering Ellis Sinkned of Cincinnati, faced the jury as the case went to them in New York. Misa Bruno expressed hope Stamm would be returned to her mother by day’s end after the judge began charging the jury.
April 6. In Tacoma two robbers held up the Pacific City post office last night. Post master A Weaver was shot and probably fatally wounded. By-stander Perry Ohman was also wounded. The two bandits escaped.
A Department of Commerce dispatch from Tokyo announces a March 30 effective increase in Japanese import duties on copper and copper products. The move affects trade terms and prices as Japan tightens control over metal imports.
The Southwest Interstate Coal Operators Association invites Kansas miners to meet their representatives in an April 6 conference to discuss negotiations for a new contract.
Prison authorities in New Quathe county have set up heavy censorship and full ported reader access to inmate correspondence. Guards have discovered a covert network using powdered paste hidden in chicken, eggs, and other foods to smuggle letters to female prisoners.
One of the month’s most enchanting dinner parties unfolded Tuesday evening hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Dana. A centerpiece of solid pink carnations graced the table with bouquets and a cake, followed by bridge led by Leslie Read and guests including Mrs. J. Wy Wright and Mrs. Park Mays. Exquisite bouquets marked the fifteenth wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Wells. attendees included Mr. and Mrs. TW Well, Mr. and Mrs. Park Ways, Mr. and Mrs. Corbin, and Miss Road, along with Mrs. Wishart and others. The celebration ceased as guests departed on the morning train for their homes. Ada McCombri arrived in Landerland for the Cooper visit.
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