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Newspaper
Casper Press
Location
Casper, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1913
Page
4
The author argues Casper resembles a large corporation with property owners as major stockholders. It suggests electing city officers should be a business decision, selecting leaders like N. S. Wilson, W. F. Henning, and L. L. Gantz. Prejudice and sentiment should be set aside for the town’s best interests.
The piece argues against oil-backed manipulation of Casper city affairs. It claims the Citizens ticket seeks control but states Wilson accepted the nomination reluctantly and would provide an impartial administration. It urges votes for Wilson and for Henning and Gantz to achieve a greater Casper.
The piece urges electing the Peoples ticket led by Wilson Henning and Gants to govern Casper. It criticizes concentrates of power and endorses their candidacy to fix electric light rates and city affairs, citing past efforts by the Industrial club and others as insufficient.
The Press declares no apology for backing the People ticket and accuses the Rohrbaugh faction of selfish motives. It notes one public utility in town controlled by Wilson, Henning, and Gants to regulate electric rates, arguing the other ticket would mismanage the issue.
The piece argues for a conservative progressive city government, endorsing Wilson Henning and Gantz for tomorrow’s vote. It criticizes rival candidates and warns against radical legislation and unfulfilled promises, highlighting public utilities regulation and value for taxpayers.
The piece advocates a progressive business ticket including Wilson Henning and Gante, calling for regulation of public utilities in taxpayers’ interests. It denounces the Citizens ticket and pledges efficiency, urging voters to back the People’s slate for better governance and value for money.
A Burlington construction through central Wyoming will connect northern lines with the Lolo and Southern at Orin. When finished, the new road is expected to turn Denver into Wyoming’s main stock shipping market.
The Omaha and Chicago markets shifting to Denver will boost Denver packing in a major way. A direct north south Burlington line ends long hauls to Omaha and Chicago, reducing delays and shrinkage for western stock. Denver packers will receive southwestern stock directly, lowering handling costs and increasing profits for Wyoming growers.
A fragmentary town political argument attacks rival candidates with claims of self interest and misrepresentation. It praises Wilson as a capable Casper resident with executive ability, while warning against Benning Gante and Kishom as aggressive or uniquely qualified, arguing their suitability for public service and business leadership.
A campaign note denounces misrepresentation by opponents seeking to elect a doctor mayor. It defends Casper electric rates and service, comparing with Sheridan, Cheyenne, and Douglas, and argues for the People's ticket to achieve real price reductions. It criticizes Frank Wood and J EB Sebaste for alleged profiteering and urges fair play.
A report accusing supporters of deception and misrepresentation associated with the Citizen's ticket, detailing alleged tricks used in campaign bidding and their impact on public perception. The item frames the controversy as part of ongoing political conflict.
The piece warns against a circulated fabrication claiming Mr. Wilson remains Salt Creek postmaster. It notes Wilson resigned to become general manager for the Midwest Co. in Casper and Dunbar was appointed in his place. The denounced tactics invite contempt.
A hungry man improvised a sandwich from toast butter mayonnaise bacon chicken and tomato. His club friends tried it at a gathering and the creation became the club sandwich named for the club where it was first made. The tale links origin to a casual
Archaeologists inspect the Bernardines convent on Rue de Poissy near Notre Dame. They report warped partitions and a largely intact refectory hall hidden beneath a decaying floor, suggesting minimal work could reveal the church's ancient layout. The convent, founded in 1244, is linked by some to Stephen Langton, Archbishop of Canterbury.
A Newark observer describes a barber at the Avtorbilt hotel who spoke with wit and civility about politics and society. The piece notes the barber’s self respect and a tip offered in a dime, highlighting contrasts with local tipping customs.
Fragmentary notes recount Northumberland names and patronymic links, naming A G Bradley and Robert Unikeuk among others. Mentions border raids and older incidents including a fatalboat tragedy tied to a wife and a man named Jobe. The text is partial and garbled.
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