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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1901
Page
2
The day’s session featured W. C. Deming delivering the welcome address in Laramie City with impromptu charm, drawing enthusiastic receptions from delegates. M. G. Barrow presented papers from absent contributors, while Dr. G. Courant impressed as secretary and press caterer during preparatory work.
In Wyoming a debate on socialism unfolds with Webster's definitions cited and quotes from English French and American socialist bodies. The piece argues socialists seek public ownership of all means of production and transportation and the abolition of the wage system, with state control and uniform pay across jobs.
The Laramie Republican argues that arbitrary laws taxing or sharing a prospector’s wealth would breed friction jealousy robbery and corruption. It asserts socialism as described by its leaders is unworkable and undesirable, warning against state seizure of discoveries in Wyoming.
Casper residents report Dave Williams faces trial for a $250 robbery alleged to have occurred at Jack Curren’s saloon. Sims Condlley, a recent arrival, was robbed after which Curran obtained a warrant. Williams was arrested Monday afternoon by Constable Ellis while the sheriff and deputy were absent.
A carload of drilling machinery from the Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Company departed Pittsburgh early this week for Casper. Arrival is expected by week’s end or early next week, to be used at Salt Creek wells. The firm plans winter and summer drilling, continuing work without interruption and seeks to add several more wells.
Special to The Leader. Editor Will Reid of the Rawlins Journal returns from the State Industrial Convention to find his Rawlins home broken into and a fine dress coat and a gold watch missing. Police see sneak thieves as likely culprits. no suspects identified. The piece also recounts a comical aside about Gene Field and a New York attorney’s wife and a kitchen mishap involving a meringue.
Washington December reports reveal two conclusions from the court of inquiry into Rear Admiral Schley. The majority accuses Schley on eleven points while Admiral Dewey’s separate view praises his overall conduct and the victory at Santiago.
The Van Horn syndicate announces M. J. Greevy as exclusive agent west of Chicago to sell stock in the Laramie Hahn's Peak and Pacific Railroad. The line is financed for 100 miles from Laramie and must reach Centennial by July 1, 1902, a 36 mile extension. An output of 1000 tons daily copper ore from Rambler mine awaits completion eleven miles beyond Centennial. Fifty thousand shares are to be sold, with preferred stock retired by directors.
After Christmas dinner a Cheyenne made cigar from Y C Wake is praised as the preferred smoking choice. The note highlights quality and a satisfying finish, urging smokers to consider this brand for after-dinner enjoyment.
The piece presents Young Corbett’s boxing lessons urging boys to train for health and discipline. He stresses hard work, good digestion, and balanced living, then outlines running and walking routines, breathing, posture, and gradual progression to build strength, endurance, and quicker feet for boxing and life.
The American Federation of Labor sessions approved higher per capita taxes to fund defense and union efforts, rejected expanding vice presidents, and tabled resolutions on militia ties and certain political issues. They also acted to protest a federal judge appointment linked to an injunction against unions and to investigate immigrant casualties in a Michigan wreck. The boycott debate focused on the Cash Register Company of Ohio.
Wainwright Brothers & Co a long time Boston brokerage firm failed this morning amid copper price slumps. The exchange announced the failure but provided no figures. The event underscores the market pressure from copper declines.
The Saratoga Sun reports that during a temporary shutdown at the Meta mine caused by Mr Riley the lessee, thieves stole provisions and tools and dismantled engine and machinery. The incident prompts calls for severe action if suspects are found.
The Bell Telephone Company extends wires from Saratoga to the Albany County Rambler and to Pearl Cole. The loop projects will greatly aid regional business and connect the state with major centers, enhancing statewide communications.
Notice states a stockholders meeting of the Abel Sheep Company in Cheyenne Wyoming at 10 am on December 23 1901 to consider amending the certificate of incorporation by moving principal office to Rawlins Carbon County Wyoming. Dated November 23 1901 L F Abel President.
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