27 Jun 1922
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Newspaper
Lander Evening Post
Location
Lander, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1922
Page
1
Buses left Denver for Lander and are due in Rawlins this afternoon with the main opening to the Southern Entrance planned next Saturday. Guy Robertson supervises road readiness with crews on the Brooks Lake hotel site and the Moran route.
One of the largest Kiwanis attendance records was set at the Noble Hotel for a weekly luncheon. Dr. C T Jones presided after returning from the Toronto international convention. Jule Parlow reported progress on the July 4 celebration.
Forty American employees of the Cortez Oil Company near Tampico and $250 000 in property are held by Rebel General Gorazabe. He demands 15 000 pesos within 48 hours. no Mexican federal troops are nearby. The State Department urged action to protect American lives and property.
Postmaster Godfrey announces evening mail will be distributed at night with the train arrival. Patrons gain convenience for receiving mail in the evening and replying the next morning. When trains run on time first class mail likely by 8 o'clock and second class shortly after.
A local appeal urges all eligible veterans to join the American Legion post No. 33 led by Commander Dow Stough. The piece touts the Legion as essential to aid Americanism, justice for sick and disabled veterans, and the post as a leading community organization with a broad war-service pedigree.
For sale or trade a substantial property described as a fine place with good water rights and multiple buildings. Located a few blocks from Main Street and the depot, includes several features and is worth inspection. Phone 020 or write for details.
Dr. Harley A. Haynes arrives in Wyoming to lead a survey of about 4000 schoolchildren from first to eighth grade and inmates in correctional institutions. The project aims to assess mental and physical health, address underprivileged youth, and reform through early education and care. A Wyoming advisory committee is appointed by Governor Carey.
Railroads and coal dealers warn that a coal famine is likely next fall and winter in the Northwestern states. After the settlement of the strike, coal tonnage will rise but remain tight, risking congestion and continued shortages into the season.
Mrs Nichola Longworth aged 77 mother of Congressman Longworth and Countess de Chambrun died in Cincinnati after weeks of illness from pneumonia. She was widow of the late Judge Nicholae Longworth of the Ohio State Supreme Court. The notice also mentions unrelated lines about a recruitment and a theater program.
Tourists pour into Lander by the hundreds as the Southern Entrance nears opening. Visitors report nine groups en route to the park, with five headed to the Park via the Southern Entrance. The Yellowstone Bus Co. receives inquiries about routing employees to Yellowstone Park overland, signaling strong interest in Lander before mid July.
In Herrin Illinois on June 27, survivors from the Lester Strip incident remain in hospitals with serious injuries. Investigators report 12 of the 47 guards and workers still in danger, fearing further attacks if discharged without protection.
Washington June 27. Senator Wulah DeMocrat of Massachusetts warned in the Senate that duties proposed on fresh meats and meat products would raise the national meat bill by 379 500 000 dollars. He accused the tariff of burdening consumers and failing to benefit farmers as he outlined agricultural schedules and promised figures.
Herbert McCarty a 28 year old veteran of the 70th division died after fifty operations to remove machine gun bullets and repair wounds from a German air attack. He endured major surgeries including removal of fourteen ribs and parts of the shoulder blade and collar bone.
Baldwin returns from California and arrives in Lander. Poston family leaves for Rock Springs by overland route via South Pass. Local residents head to Brull Lake and Riverton for visits and fishing. Rifle state meet announced for Kane Wyoming July 18 14 15 16. Several residents travel to Casper Montana Glacier National Park and Canada.
Frances, crowned Francs Queen of Queens for 1982, sues her theatrical manager in Paris for breach of contract after he blocked her stage debut in the operetta Helen Returna. She says the manager refused to honor a binding agreement and seeks damages.
White House indications show the government plans to announce a move to bring union miners leaders and operators together to discuss wage differences. The report lists various local notices and personal items from the Casper area and Fort Washakie, including travels and a medical update, with several community notices and small ads.
Anomalous public notice appears in the Fremont County page. The fragment references Wy Whittaker and addresses in 247 P 4 with unclear context.
Two youths were killed and a third wounded when gunfire opened on a carload of workers from the Catherine Coal company Strip mine at Uniontown near Bridgeport Ohio. Six men were in the car. four were hit as assailants fired from the hills and fled.
Captain Q Burkburnett famed cattleman oilman and rancher and reputed millionaire died in Port Worth Texas after more than a year of illness. In London the Evening News reports Britain warned the Irish Provisional government last Saturday that action could follow if its authority to govern did not exist.
The Capper-Tempers bill to strengthen the Future Trading Act clears the House by 208 to 76, seeking to classify all futures deliveries as interstate commerce and ban futures transactions on non-contract markets while awaiting Senate action.
Washington on June 27 Congress finalizes action on the annual army appropriation bill adopting the conference report. The plan provides for an average army of 125000 enlisted men and 12000 officers for the coming year.
The Luella mine tipple of N. M. Crawfurl Val Company was ruined and the Victor mine tipple at Hadwlify of Summerville Coal Company was damaged today by dynamite blasts. Officials said threats had been received.
Katherine A Mourton announces candidacy for re election as State Superintendent of Public Instruction subject to Republican primary August. She cites thirty plus years in office and asks voters for support if her record has been satisfactory.
A political notice declares a candidacy for the Judicial Ticket to succeed the current holder. The message emphasizes seeking the will of the voters and outlines support for the ticket in the upcoming election.
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