29 Apr 1908
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Newspaper
Laramie Boomerang
Location
Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1908
Page
1
Citizens in Laramie press for removing politics from city schools and endorse Charlie Greenbaum and Harry C orders for school trustees to replace long time members. The campaign argues for nonpartisan leadership to improve instruction and standards in Albany County schools managed by trustees.
Omaha reports a proposed wool market faces opposition from Boston wool dealers who fear losses and trade volatility. Despite claims, Boston editors say a new market could push dealers westward and could hurt growers if prices fail to cover costs. Trade uncertainty drives cautious planning. many growers rely on established buyers to move wool.
William Spencer narrowly escaped death at the Acme cement plant when his coat sleeve caught in a revolving belt. He freed himself with great force, tearing the belt and suffering injuries to his left arm and right hand. Two coworkers had died in similar accidents. Davis’s relatives have sued Acme for damages.
The first convocation of the Episcopal Church in the Wyoming diocese opened at St Matthew's Cathedral with Dean Arnold G. TL Bode delivering the welcome. Rev. John Roberts of Wind River to speak today and Rev. J. A. Tancock to preach tonight. Visiting clergy include Bishop Funten of Boise and others. The schedule lists Holy Communion, Convocation organization, bishop's address, and various sessions through Thursday April 30.
State Examiner Henderson has returned to the banks the collateral deposited to secure cashier's checks during a coin shortage. All checks issued have been accounted for except about $10 that disappeared and are probably still held as securities.
Ogden. April 28. Frank Brute who escaped from a deputy marshal on Saturday was arrested in Ogden early this afternoon by officers Chambers and Crompton of the local police. Officer Bhoemaker of the Oregon Short Line railway police charged Brute with stealing $2000 worth of stock and other goods from H Motorman store.
The Noch Park experiment farm near Walden progresses rapidly with ground cleared and plowing ready. Workers plan expert guidance from Fort Collins US Experimental Station and a state agricultural college farmers' institute in June, aiming to both improve public resources and yield personal profit.
Residents on South Sixth Street met last night and formed the Sixth Street Water Company to establish an pipe line system and connect the city with a new water supply network.
Union Pacific reiling mill on Holt Avenue to reopen Monday after extensive delays. A portion of the mill will resume operation while another section remains idle for at least a day, with work crews and supervisors coordinating the restart.
Rev Sherman Coolidge of Ft Washakie attends the Episcopal convention opening in the city. He is a renowned Indian leader and missionary who earned a strong education before returning to serve his people. Coolidge has long been admired by both Indians and whites for his ministry among the red man.
Kingsford, chairman of the jubearrangements for a Fourth of July celebration in Lara mie, calls a meeting this evening to discuss preliminary plans for observance of the day.
The Laramie Odd Fellows marked the 89th anniversary with a ballroom event at Meennerchor hall. A large crowd enjoyed a 24-number program and light refreshments. badges commemorating 25 years of membership in the order were presented to John Gootz, Michael Erne, Joseph Erno, and Henry Koeh, Sr.
Rev. Wichmann of Evansville Indiana becomes pastor of the German Evangelical church in the city after the resignation of Rev. Walton yesterday. The minister and his family have moved to assume duties and begin work in the community.
Cheyenne announces a club campaign to boost membership, aiming to reach or exceed the 100 member mark. The club reports rapid growth with 20 members currently and plans to secure engagement at the Cheyenne station railway facilities and related enterprises.
Tom Cuerdon, a Centennial ranchman and assault victim, showed improvement and yesterday left the county hospital to return to his Centennial valley home, authorities report. The incident involved a person identified as Jack Hays.
Sam Bettes the cowboy preacher draws large crowds nightly with forceful temperance talks at the old Presbyterian church. His vivid tales and passionate delivery please many attendees.
Frank Strom of Denver, wearing a bright gaiter hat and midsummer clothes, registered at a local hotel and sparked talk. Observers speculated he was from Honolulu or Cheyenne, doubting his sanity as Strom joked about buying heavy clothing and staying in bed till stores open.
A morning ceremony at Ur done of the bride’s mother Mim Hy Hnempl per united Mr Edward Owborn. Judge Cargenior officiated in the presence of relatives and close friends. The ride was given away by her brother Carl Huemptner as the newlyweds departed for Denver. The bride, beloved and charming, plans a long life together with Mr Owborn. He works at H D Curier Jewelry store and they reside in Lae.
The Carnegiebrary's children's story hour hosts Eva Downey this Friday at 4 pm. She will recount the first May Day celebration in Laramie, held when the town was tents, and share memories of her ox team journey to Wyoming with her parents. Children of all grades invited. parents welcome.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a new motorcycle topic linked to Al Le Gard dee plasterer and an Apache motor event. Details are unclear, entities are tentative, and no concrete facts or outcomes are discernible.
Wyoming trip by the University of Wyoming glee club drew wild and woolly praise in Cokeville where locals shot guns in appreciation and welcomed the performers with generous hospitality. The group also wowed audiences in Evanston Green River Rock Springs Kemmerer and Rawlins with full houses and notable conductors. In Rawlins they even performed in the penitentiary to enthusiastic convicts applauding loudly at each piece.
The remains of RB Kinley, fatally shot weeks ago by Harry Munroe, were laid to rest in the city cemetery. The service at the Presbyterian church was led by Meg A C Hogbin with many friends in attendance. Coroner Ballard will convene a coroner's jury and hold an inquest, after which Munroy may be arraigned on an ambush charge.
A muddled report from Washington suggests Miss Williams may wed Captain Hershey Breese of the Army, once linked to Joseph Lelipr, with Captains Breese and Willams connected to local families Dan Breese and the royal lodge in Ble. The tale notes Breese is currently in the Philippines and that public interest centers on rumored nuptials and social ties.
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