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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1902
Page
2
The state board of equalization led by Secretary Chatterton estimates a four million dollar property value increase and reduces the tax levy by seven eighths of a mill. Rail and telegraph assets are under review while Rock Island plans a California route train and Pullman prepares ten new cars at about 1.4 million dollars.
The Arizona world’s fair commission applied to Washington for permission to take specimens from the reserve to display at satin factory and provide a proper idea of the beauty and value of these petrified trees.
The Massachusetts bureau of labor analyzes family budgets for 152 working men. Average annual expenditures reach 797 dollars with 428 for food, 109 for clothing, 100 for rent, 46 for fuel and light, and 114 for other costs. Food dominates, 53 percent of income. Prices rose since 1897, especially food 11.16 percent, dry goods 16.07 percent, rent 62.43 percent, fuel 9.78 percent. Relative declines since 1872 show food down 19.97 percent, dry goods down 41 percent, fuel down 26.61 percent. Earnings rises offset some effects. without higher wages, families may cut living standards or incur debt.
A fragmented quotation discusses blame, affection, and communication in relationships. It cites misapplied pride and awkward kisses, noting that clear speaking and genuine respect shape understanding and attraction. The piece reflects casual newsroom prose of dating insights and social manners.
Wyoming Republicans affirm Roosevelt administration policies including reciprocity with Cuba, anti monopoly stance, and support for irrigation and Cuban pledge. They praise Governor DeForest Richards, pledge land allotments for Indians, and call for protecting wildlife. include railroad travel ad and a unrelated probate notice for John C. Baird estate with sale order timing.
Rides include Indian pony race and champion lady rider of the world. Free for all running half mile and eight second rope roping. Cowboys rescue during frontier stage coach hold up with road agents involved.
Union Pacific grants special rates for the Frontier celebration on August 27 and 28. Denver tickets $83 with sale August 26 27 and return through August 29. A one day rate of $2 on August 28. Colorado and Southern to run a special train from Boulder Loveland Longmont and Fort Collins on the 28th. Three championship contests include backing and steer roping and ladies rising statue exhibition.
A note records secret societies meeting in the Masonic hall on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Visitors may attend as examinations occur, with details partly garbled in the OCR.
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