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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1901
Page
1
A promotional piece invites readers to visit the Palace trade center for a detailed display of prices and money concepts. It promises vivid visuals, practical definitions of nickel to dollar, and guidance on comparing goods and values, framing shopping as arithmetic in action.
Chicago reports Vice President Brown urging liberal government aid for arid land development in the western states. He argues irrigated lands yield far more than naturally watered plots, boosting small farmers and future prosperity. In Washington, the president reappoints Cornelius Van Cott as New York postmaster.
The senate met briefly as the attorney general submitted the compiled laws of Porto Rico in English and Spanish per congressional order.
The Jenks big hominy mills burned in Terra Haute Indiana early this morning with property loss estimated at seventy thousand dollars. Two firemen were fatally injured in the blaze. William Rothwell known as Young Corbett plans to wed Miss Maud Slater of Denver. Miss Slater, noted as an expert cakewalker, is remembered in Cheyenne for her Frontier celebration appearance and last year at the Alert's ball.
The Journal of Commerce reports the planned $50 million steel plate combine with the steel trust will not be revived. Several major independents refuse to join, including Colorado Fuel and Iron Company.
Washington reports Spencer Eddy cabled the state department that Miss Stone and her companion are alive and held prisoner at a place called Gulteha in Constantinople. Denver dispatch notes Prof. Wynn's gold extraction method is worthless as the sealed plan reveals no new secret and the theory was long exploded.
Detroit coroner's jury found the Wabash rail way company's negligence and trainmen on train No 4 caused the wreck last week on the Wabash that cost many lives. In the Frank Rinehart case over Miss Mary Frinbrock the jury disagreed and the accused was released without bonds. The defense sought dismissal but the case is held in abeyance.
Secretary of the Treasury Gage submitted his annual report to Congress detailing bank and currency conditions. He favors shifting note redemption from the treasury to national banks, estimating capital rising to one billion and notes issued to par value of capital. The plan aims to expand paper money with population growth while tying bank notes to bonds and greenbacks.
Washington reports the Isthmian commission favors the Nicaragua route for a canal. It states the canal must be owned and controlled by the United States with Nicaragua and Costa Rica giving consent, which is deemed easily obtainable. Turkey ships dispute with Italian firm over reconstruction and payment terms risks breaking the contract.
Colorado Springs reports persistent rumor that Stratton controls the Portland mine despite a council Bluffs suit between Doyle and Burns. Stratton today calls the tale "ridiculously false" as London’s Westminster Gazette fixes a June coronation date of June 25.
London views the U S president’s message with approval urging cooperation to crush anarchists. It calls for making anarchy a crime like piracy and urges preemptive suppression of anarchist activities before overt acts. The piece notes many anarchists reside in eastern London from foreign countries and urges unity among English speaking peoples.
The National Live Stock association held the second day of its session in Chicago as stock growers mostly viewed the live stock show or were entertained elsewhere. J Sterling Morton spoke after noon and the group adopted resolutions praising Roosevelt for his ranch and range experiences and his leadership.
The Imp Iment Dealers association of the southwest adopted a resolution to oppose any congressman who refuses to pledge support for anti trust legislation.
Pittsburg reports a serious strike by switchmen with several minor collisions between strikers and non union workers. Two carloads arrived to work tonight as a double police force patrols the yards amid heightened tension. London obituary notes the death of the Earl of Sefton at 34, a turf and sporting authority.
Senator Burns introduced a bill to exclude and deport alien anarchists. The measure would authorize discovery abroad and prevent their landing or entry into the United States.
New York announces Daniel Croker’s complete retirement from political leadership citing age and health. The city notes he must be abroad often, while Tamany leadership requires constant New York presence.
Wyoming readers are urged to report game law violations to local magistrates. Officials must enforce statutes. governors can urge but not replace county prosecutors, sheriffs, or justices. A Wheston County case shows proper actions and a governor’s backing.
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