18 Aug 1905
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Newspaper
The Gillette News
Location
Gillette, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1905
Page
1
D W Fawkes who disposed of range horses at Gillette commends the Conway brothers for their capable business manner and thorough knowledge of the horse market. He notes fair prices and no partiality from start to finish, a square deal valued by stockmen according to Crook County Monitor.
The Crook and Sheridan counties surveyed a new line north to Powder River. The author argues the line cut lands from Crook for neighboring county benefit. Citing 1885 joint survey by General A. P. Hanson, the piece says the long established line should be accepted and Johnson County is satisfied, implying Crook erred in objection.
In Chicago August 14, strong demand boosts futures. cattle prices fall 10 to 15 cents from last week with 5,000 head expected. Notable sales include E Holcomb Dakota stock at 1,227 lbs for 4.85, R J McMullen Dakota stock 1,171 lb at 4.20, and Idaho lambs around 64 lbs at 7.40. Sheep market rises with Idaho lambs and feeding stock in demand. light receipts total 10,000.
Burlington Bulletin announces round trip rates for Portland Tacoma Seattle with $40.00 on sale daily. Ends return and one way via California at listed dates. Agent W. S. Amsprery C B Q Ry offers to advise on rates train service berth reservations and comfort.
Treasurer James Cares presents receipts and balance for Gillette Base Ball Club. June shows credits by Gillette amuse Club and July dance funds totaling 37.70, bringing the balance to 86.50.
Baptist Church notes list morning services Sabbath School at 10:00 and preaching at 11:00 with an evening service and late preachers. Local items report T J Gates arranging News to Montague Texas and visitors Paul Fouke Spearfish and Gillette figures. Mrs J E Sullivan travels to Sundance for Old Settlers picnic. W P Ricketts and Keeling ship Wyoming steers. 134 stock cars moved from Gillette yard in the week.
Matt Brennan of Moorcroft visits Rozet while a new telegraph office and operator open in town. A local inquiry asks who is guilty as Mrs F Hoisington and infantson visit Gillette. Jake Halverson begins haying with two helpers hoping for a good crop. Mary Ricka of Gillette leaves Rozet for Moorcroft, then home.
James Weed has secured patent papers for a clockwork gun that fires a blank cartridge every half hour to deter coyotes from sheep. A St. Louis manufacturing company is close to marketing the device, according to the Denver Post.
The News at Portland Wyoming exhibit offers the latest issue kept on file for residents in this part of the state who wish to read home news. Visitors are invited to ask to view the current copies.
Chassell and Fish offer a selection of pint and quart mason jars. The listing highlights durable glass jars suitable for canning and storage. Availability includes standard pint and larger quart sizes at competitive prices.
A committee raising money for a free right of way for the Northwestern’s new extension to Lander secured $14,000 in cash and bankable notes within ten hours. The effort drew high praise as a commendable, praise-worthy enterprise.
The Gordon Journal asks parents to consider what path their sons may take in twenty years. It suggests outcomes range from doctors to drunks, lawyers to liars, and asks readers which class their boy is being guided toward. The piece emphasizes steering boys toward a constructive direction.
A Meeteese dispatch to the Cheyenne Tribune confirms a bonanza find near Camp Kirwin with ore valued at $700 per ton. Miners are at work on the new claim under armed guard, and the surrounding region is being staked as excitement grows.
David Gemmell returns from Chicago with a train load of cattle. Mies Myrtle Morgan visits Arvada at the home of Mr and Mrs J J McDermott. T N and T W Mathews families arrive to tend ranch and business interests. Birt M Frazier limps about town on crutches after a sprained ankle. Dr. Baker reports improvement and hopes Teddy avoids yellow fever. Nels Martin of Croton plans a quick return after a brief town visit and praises a large hay crop. Lee Spaeth & Co upgrade their ranch home with a new roof and verandas under contractor R N Odell. R W Mulvihill visits Moorcroft and meets old friend Mr Parker. Weston Harvey orders the News sent to Linden and recovers from a hand laceration. E L Burke of Morgan & Co suffers a cut hand requiring four stitches and rests at home as friends wish him a speedy recovery.
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