14 Aug 1922
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Newspaper
Lander Evening Post
Location
Lander, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1922
Page
1
A partisan call argues crime rises from indifference and crooked officials. It urges Wyoming voters to reject corruption, back law enforcement, and choose qualified candidates in the August 22 primary to ensure a cleaner county and safer future.
Former service men from across the nation converge on Seattle for the annual Veterans of Foreign Wars encampment opening today. Commander in Chief Robert J. Woodleile was reportedly diverted at Chicago due to a strike. the convention runs through Sunday night.
Large force of the Republican army entered Dundalk at three oclock this morning, isolating the town after the garrison was killed or captured. The railway was captured, prisoners and arms seized, and local police quarters stormed by advancing Republicans.
W. G. Burnett of Burnett-Butler Optical Co will be at the Noble Hotel in Casper Wyoming on Saturday August 19 1922 to fit glasses and examine customers.
Reports from travelers arriving this morning describe widespread rain across the region with heavy showers in Booth Pass. While many paths remain muddy and slick, the moisture helps the parched area, improving overall conditions despite the travel disruption.
The Biological Survey of the Department of Agriculture records for July show Federal and State debuts badgers and 20 porcupines. Hunters averaged 19 on a single day, reporting 2 wolves, 194 coyotes, 1 podcast, 0 badgers, 30 persupsives, totaling 207 animals with 168 classified as true predatory. An additional untarnished beats were destroyed.
TD T Cumforth of Denver, a mining inventor, departed Saturday after a visit to Lanier and to Gouth Pas. He formerly placed property for the Miners Delight Co, was an original owner of the Miners Delight mine in 1860 with a fifth share, later sold part but retained a loaned interest in the property.
Fragmentary note describes a candidate group with errors and a plan to win in November. Mentions a man and woman with a refined mindset and references Vem Aula 22. Cautions against taking chances and implies a political context from a local area.
London report states Viscount Northcliffe, renowned British publicist, died today from complications including pus production and blood poisoning. The death follows a period of declining health and comes as observers weigh potential impact on Northcliffe papers and coverage of Lloyd George era.
John W. Murphy a machinist at Lander Auto Company garage was severely injured Saturday noon when the rear wheel of a Buick car ran over his chest and shoulder, breaking three ribs and a collar bone. He was riding home with Charles Replogle when he slipped stepping off as the car slowed. Murphy was taken for medical aid and is recovering, though in serious condition.
Thousands of elk are being killed by hunters for their teeth used in ornaments. Reports from Cody, Wyoming, say teeth from bull elk fetch high prices, fueling demand as elk populations dwindle and threaten extinction. The Biological Survey of the US Department of Agriculture warns that continued killings could wipe out this significant deer population.
Fragmented OCR notes show a Watermelon Week event at a local Cash Grocery. Names Lin and Phong appear in unreadable form amid scattered numbers 13 and 894, with likely promos or dates missing.
Chicago August 14 union leaders met to discuss a potential settlement of the rapid railroad strike now spreading. Officials and strikers appear split over Harding’s peace offer and four railroad brotherhoods hold key influence in the dispute. Associated Press report notes the conditional acceptance stance faces likely strikers’ disapproval.
An 1082 community event on Thursday August 17 featured a program with prayers, songs, and speeches. Notable participants included Mrs C Harnsberger, Judge Harmon, Virgil W H Stone, and Rev Evans. Invocation by Father Keaveney and several community singing selections framed the program.
In Bates Hole west of Casper Mrs. and Mrs. Jo Thome face a poisoning case tied to Andrew J. Boyd’s death. Authorities describe mercurial poisoning among five people at the Thome home during a vigil. Mrs Morfin is in custody as investigators probe motive and suspect Thomas in the alleged targeting.
Fragmentary local notices mention Mr and Mrs Jakie Sweaty in Arworwater and a widening project on Moe Figtwrbeal Wagenats. It references travels by plane to Underdale and other midweek social and civic details with unnamed individuals and erratic place names.
The Santa Fe relief train arrived in San Bernardino from Needles with about 125 passengers, many suffering heat effects from the desert. A giant armed with a rifle rode the observation car while a physician and nine attendants treated 90-year-old J. J. Norrit, overcome by the heat on Saturday.
A promotional mention by Samuel D. Warringer president of a navigation company says the nine owners were willing to remain operations in hard coal fields. He proposes a conference of operators and miners and suggests meeting on Wednesday in the city.
In Cheyenne Aug, Democratic nomination plans for governor of Wyoming shifted as Frank C. McDowell of Taunder withdrew. The race narrowed to W. J. Howes of Cheyenne and George E. Bather of Powell, with Windler entered via conference support. Local notices include ad items and rental listings.
A complaint filed in New York accuses Cornelius Vanderbilt Whitney, son of Harry Payne Whitney, of a disputed matter involving Miss Pontiin, with May as the tentative date for a promissory action. In San Francisco, the Western Pacific Railroad eyes settlement as strike tensions ease after a three day standstill. A jury in Chicago returns a mixed verdict in a labor dispute tied to unrest during wartime. In Ban Francisco cutters from all corners prepare for the national machinists convention opening tomorrow with delegates from Japan and the United Kingdom already present.
A group of climbers including Me Aasnerstey Roman YORMITE Val Ang lt van Audernt Debert Jones and Clifford Frvown of Bast Dukepte were rescued yesterday from a thousand feet above the valley floor after becoming stranded on the Riek Apron. Rescue workers from a nearby town pulled them to safety as rescue teams battled difficult conditions and halted rapes.
Fragmentary OCR text contains garbled names and dates. key facts and entities are unreadable, preventing a reliable summary of person, place, or event.
The Senate began its final week of debate with administration support for the tariff bill. An amendment was proposed and a vote planned for next Saturday as senators anticipated conference with House negotiators. The main issue remains American valuation and the House is expected to align with the Senate plan on variable duties, subject to presidential authority.
Dr Lorenz and his vaudeville company opened a three night run at the Grand Theatre to packed houses. The show featured Art Vernum and Sin Francino, with Lorenz delivering strong humor and hypnotic demonstrations. Audiences praised the lively entertainment, humor, and scientific showcases, promising big crowds for subsequent performances.
An early report notes a representative from the Lander Meat Company stating the meat business is expanding rapidly. He recalls starting with most work done by himself but plans to hire and delegate as he gains practical experience and manages daily responsibilities.
Fragmentary text references a house listing near Pont mind and local names such as Da and Puinter with garbled phrases. Unable to determine clear event or entities.
Announcement of a going away sale featuring household items including a Star oil stove refrigerator Hoosier cabinet and a typewriter. The seller lists an overstuffed rocker mahogany bed and other furnishings and mentions W Hart Greenough Plunkett Pivot as contacts.
A local political notice proclaims a candidacy in Premanteainky amid interference from Hiojeeretic robots. The August 2 date appears linked to the event, with Mangled references to Wyciteligy culjeet and Mermury b tle suggesting disruption by the tech authority.
Fragmentary OCR notes show no coherent event, dates, or identifiable entities to summarize into a factual news item.
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