11 Jun 1906
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Newspaper
Laramie Boomerang
Location
Laramie, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1906
Page
1
Oscar Rogers, a councilman, was found in a barn on Clark Street by his daughter yesterday morning. He died shortly after, with doctors citing heart failure possibly linked to strawberry poisonings as a possible cause, though no one else was affected.
In Laramie a death is attributed to ptomaine poisoning from eating strawberries, with Dr. McCullum stating the poison formed during ripening and decay. Family details note Rogers from Ohio, carpenter by trade, member of Knights of Pythias, funeral planned for Wednesday. Prof Knight plans tests on next year’s shipments to check sanitary conditions.
George Amos son of a respected Hanna family was sentenced to three years in the penitentiary after pleading guilty to robbery in Rawlins. The news item notes the date June 11 and identifies Louis Marquardt as next to the old post office.
Chicago reports labor leaders unanimously endorse William Jennings Bryan, with 50 000 skilled workers in the building trades poised to formalize support. In Washington Senator James K Jones predicts Bryan will be the Democratic nominee and likely win if nominated. Wisconsin’s W F Vilas, a former rival, now backs Bryan, noting business leaders also swing toward his candidacy.
The text appears as a garbled excerpt discussing democracy, confidence, and character. It mentions a dancer, a constant refrain about rain on the white sound, and phrases about excellence of character and entitlement to confidence, though the passage is unclear and incomplete.
Colorado capital aims to improve Willow Creek road into first class status to boost commerce from Laramie to North Park. A $250 chamber gift helped start a $25,001 fund, with hopes Denver merchants and others will add funds. Local North Park committee urges action to keep trade from shifting to Laramie and Cheyenne, noting current routes hinder shipments. The plan envisions better access to Granty and a stage link to key points, contrasting with the existing Willow Creek approach into Colorado. Continued on Page Four.
Prohibition leader Homer L Castle of Pennsylvania will address a June 19 gathering in Lara. Described as a gifted and eloquent speaker, Castle, from Plitavarg, was named by reform forces as candidate for Lieutenant Governor.
Homer L Castle rose as a bold reformer amid the 19th century Pennsylvania graft crisis. The Little Glane of the Smaly City led a sweeping exposure of corrupt treasury practices that followed William H Berry’s victory, earning praise from press and temperance allies. A long legal career with Allegheny and Pittsburgh lawyers underscores his influence and anticipated rise, with ties to W W Potter and other prominent figures.
A historical notice highlights Mr Castle rising national reputation through Prohibition party events from 1806 to 1904. It notes speeches nominating Silas C Swallow, withdrawals in his favor, and a planned appearance in Chicago and Minneapolis with packed crowds and press attention. The piece promotes a June 19 Maennerchor Hall program with Rocky Mountain Quartet and free admission.
Robbert McCullagh five year old son of former city clerk David McCullagh was accidentally shot in the left arm while handling a .22 rifle to drive a lamb back to barn. The rifle discharged as it slipped, wounding him but causing no serious injury. The boy has prior injuries from a dynamite accident years ago.
Mr W A Harris and Mrs Niles arrived from Denver Rathway afternoon in Mr Ferguson's automobile. Ferguson says the trip took five hours, leaving Denver at 7 am and reaching here in the afternoon. After reaching the city, the owner and chauffeur visited Ferguson ranch and returned yesterday. The party left for Denver at night. Large crowds gathered to see the machine and wait for its passengers.
Weather forecast notes showers in northwest tonight and a wet trend to the southwest by Tuesday. An ad section lists autos for sale at portal prices and a feature for Lovejoy's store.
A large Albany County group settles in Fremont County near East Fork in the New Forte country. Prominent settlers Ed Huck Theo Tregoning W. Seaholt Pete Fisher and others plan to move within three weeks with 160 head of stock. King Bros Tom and Dick are recent filers chasing homesteads with farm gear and wagons for an overland trip to the new property.
On a Wednesday afternoon at Little Goose Creek a woman, Ruth Copley, slipped from a foot bridge and was swept away. William Mer non plunged in to reach her, both were rescued with difficulty as Ruth Copley regained consciousness after about an hour.
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