Inquest Sheds Light On Burlington Fatal Shooting
A coroner's inquest at Burlington heard testimony on the Burlington shooting that killed Richard Neaves. Edgar Perkins is charged with premeditated murder and was jailed as prosecutors weigh bond.
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Newspaper
The Greybull Standard
Location
Greybull, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1923
Page
1
A coroner's inquest at Burlington heard testimony on the Burlington shooting that killed Richard Neaves. Edgar Perkins is charged with premeditated murder and was jailed as prosecutors weigh bond.
The article argues repeal signals a sharp national issue in the presidential campaign. It notes waves of support for light wines and beer in New York and along the Atlantic coast, and predicts party splits over prohibition. It cites the New York governor's repeal act and predicts regional blocs in voting patterns.
Oil production climbs to about 2,000,000 barrels per day despite restrictions in Oklahoma and California. New Texas Powell field and Hewitt sand add volumes, while Standard Oil of California resists pipeline cuts. May drilling adds 6,454 wells with 2,568 completions. Gasoline prices rise modestly as April gasoline output hits a record 20,634,750 gallons daily, yet demand runs at 75 percent of output.
The Denver Civic and Commercial Association's Good-Will special visited Greybull on Tuesday morning, touring refineries and local businesses, delivering pamphlets, and sharing a practical joke at the scale near the Palace of Sweets. Deputy sheriffs later arrested several suspects as part of ongoing raids, including Maurice Glozman and Ernie Payne, with bonds set and adjusted through Basin and local authorities.
The season opens with erratic weather from heat waves to cold spells and frequent rains. High streams have fallen back as mountain snows slow melt and storms shift toward Nebraska. Despite travel disruptions, foreign license tags appear daily and tourist camps stay well patronized as Americans hit the road with improving equipment.
The fire department responded to two early Sunday fires between 1 and 5 am. At Earl Crozier’s home near the Mead addition an oil stove explosion trapped Mrs Crozier and her baby, forcing a hurried escape for all and leaving most belongings burned. Crozier and his children escaped scorched but unharmed.
Governor J A O Preus and Magnus Johnson will contest the July 16 final election for Minnesota governor with a vacancy in the U S Senate after Knute Nelson's death. James A Carley led a three way primary as Democrat but observers expect a Preus Johnson showdown.
Silas E. Clark a ditch rider for the Indian irrigation service was shot and seriously wounded by George A. Perkins a farmer owning land under the ditch at the Bishop Randall home. The U S district attorney at Cheyenne has been notified and commissioner J H Sharp ordered to issue a warrant for Perkins. Clark was struck near the heart with a bullet that lodged in the back.
A fire damaged a Franklin sedan and scorched its top tires and upholstery after a small garage blaze. The building, a gypsum block with a shingle roof, suffered limited damage, and officials suspect spontaneous combustion or a spark from nearby trash as the possible cause.
The annual school meeting was held in the high school auditorium on Monday afternoon. The board’s financial report and an 8 mills levy were approved without opposition. Nominations followed for a one year seat due to L. B. Watson’s removal and two three year terms. Emmett won the one year term. Derby, Lockard, and Tarrant selected for three years. Voting occurred 4:30 to 5:30 for shift workers. Emmett 222, Lockard 217, Derby 192, Tarrant 35. Emmett, Lockard and Derby were declared elected. The new board met next day and elected G. W. Zorn president, C. H. Derby clerk, and J. D. Emmett treasurer.
The Greybull Fire Department held its regular meeting on Wednesday evening. A Torrington department communication on forming a state group was read and Greybull agreed to cooperate. A sympathy resolution was extended to Fireman George Scott. A $50 condolence check was approved for Fireman Earl Crozier from those at the fire home loss.
The Baptist State Assembly will be held at Hyattville from August 5 to 12 with esteemed speakers and visiting workers. The move from Paint Rock lakes is due to road access issues, Hyattville will host and assist, and a full program is to be issued.
L A Toothaker visited Tuesday promoting the Boys' Y outing at Camp Brooks in the Big Horns. Camp near Ten Sleep Canyon will host sessions August 10 20 for younger boys and August 20 30 for high school boys with religious groups invited to use the facilities. The YMCAs Wyoming drive raised 50 per community last year to establish the camp and provide equipment.
Saturday's storm caused significant damage in Shell including destroyed trees and a chicken house plus electrical injuries. The community plans Fourth of July sports, a basket dinner, and revival services with Rev. B F Farrar while Rev Blanchard and family visit. Local leaders organize sports, music, and road improvements for the holiday observance.
Bruce Holding officials gathered this week to organize drilling on Torchlight holdings. Ira Sherard and Irve Wilkinson, experienced in the area, will lead the operation and are coordinating efforts to commence the project.
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