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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1901
Page
2
Cheyenne newspaper page notes successor to Sun Leader and subscription rate for Daily Leader at 4 dollars per year. Roosevelt’s familiarity with General Miles’s western exploits is cited amid commentary on army regulation moves. a cold snowfall hints at a White Christmas in Cheyenne while Rawlins Republicane is praised for its quality but critiqued for temper.
The article portrays Edgar Stanton Maclay’s defiance of President Roosevelt’s demand for his resignation. It notes his claim of civil service protection, his refusal to quit, and the potential political impact of his “little book.” It mentions reactions from Republican senators and concerns over costs to the government.
The Rawlins Republican reports a resolution to print 10 000 copies of the Industrial Convention addresses as pamphlets to promote Wyoming resources. Costs are to be shared by the thirteen counties proportional to population, with counties of $100 or more receiving 500 copies for local distribution. Governor Richards will oversee apportionment and county requests.
Federal grand jury in Helena returns 102 indictments against alleged land law violators. Senators Clark and his agent face government action over some 30 000 acres valued around 500 000 dollars seized from homestead buyers. C L Griswold testifies to repeated perjury in Helena and Missoula, admits pay for such statements, case nolle pressed on request of the Attorney General.
A Lusk Herald reprint praises last week’s Wyoming industrial convention in Laramie. It credits organizers for uniting resources to promote the state and predicts the gathering will accelerate Wyoming’s forward momentum. The piece also humorously notes local editor wives in newspaper chatter.
Governor Crane described as quiet persistent and influential with strong ties to Massachusetts and New York interests. He is a major mill owner and paper manufacturer who supplies government bonds and bank notes. The piece notes his potential as strongest state leader for the Republican party and hints at national political dynamics.
The text contrasts Senator Frye's new ship subsidy proposal with an earlier jobs bill. The former proposes no direct job provision yet faces skepticism as Roosevelt reportedly would not sign subsidies with jobs. Critics argue the policy favors a narrow group and lacks solid economic justification amid tariff constraints.
A Chicago Tribune report details President Roosevelt’s sharp rebuke of General Miles for his public interview supporting Dewey and denouncing parts of the court of inquiry. Roosevelt orders Maclay to resign and directs Long to publish the rebuke while firming up Navy and Army discipline.
James Wilson an aged farmer living near Guthrie Oklahoma was arrested on a murder charge for a 1869 killing in Missouri and had fled through Arkansas Indiana Territory and Oklahoma. He was betrayed by his recently divorced wife and will be taken to Arno Missouri for trial.
School District No. 14 of Fremont County Wyoming invites bids for four $175 bonds at up to 6 percent interest. Bonds dated January 15 1902 mature serially from January 16 1907, with semi annual interest payable to Fremont or Wyoming treasurers. Bids due January 11 1902 at 5 pm. opened by George W Woolf. Reserve to reject bids and private sale if best. Lost Cabin Clerk GHORGH W WOOLF.
Sealed proposals for coupon bonds of School District No 3 Johnson County Kaycee Wyoming totaling 800 dollars in par value. Bonds dated Jan 1 1902 at 6 percent interest payable semi annually. Redeemable starting 1908 through 1910. Bid envelopes to clerk marked Proposals for School District Bonds. Bids may be rejected. Also dissolving partnership Hellbeck and Gunther and annual meeting of First National Bank of Cheyenne in January 1902.
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