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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1901
Page
2
In 1901 the Cheyenne Leader notes Cheyenne’s transformation from a desert plain to a thriving city with thousands of trees and modern prospects. It reflects on physical change over 30 years, identity, and continuity of spirit, while touching on Samoa’s health needs and the value of nurses and industrial incentives for the Samoan people.
The author disputes the belief that the rich are getting richer and the poor poorer. He argues that many Cheyenne residents who were poor years ago are now financially well off, citing Colorado as an example where forty two thousand previously poor individuals are now assessed from $3,000 to $100,000 or more.
A late 19th century viewpoint argues western clothing harms Samoan health, citing rising illnesses after clothing adoption in Tutuila. Navy Governor Captain BF Tilly relays Secretary Long remarks that natives once naked avoided colds, using coconut oil for rain protection, while clothes caused rheumatism lumbago sciatica and tuberculosis as they wet.
Advices from Porto Rico report the fiscal year ending June 20 shows all bills paid with a 450000 dollar surplus and a 2000000 dollar fund available. Civil government has cost the U S nothing. Governor Allen’s administration is popular, and he plans to bring a joint resolution to Washington asserting self-sustaining revenues and a proclamation of free trade with the United States. The Porto Rican legislature meets July 4 in a special session to act on the resolution.
Southern Pacific management plans spending between 30 and 40 million dollars in coming years to upgrade tracks, rails, bridges, and roadbeds. President Hays leads the effort with Stubbs handling traffic, while new heavier rails and straightened curves aim to support faster, safer operations. The program includes major engine orders and minimal traffic disruption as oriental business prospects loom.
John P Klein alias John P Kent faced a bigamy trial in Criminal Court after living two wives in two homes and holding two jobs. He earned 25 dollars weekly by day and 10 dollars by night, yet could not satisfy either wife. He pleaded guilty, received a penitentiary sentence and a one dollar fine.
President Seelye speaks from abroad on American influence in global trade. He notes English and German anxieties about US market footholds but finds cordial regard for Americans among the English. He foresees capital labor relations stabilizing through prudent consolidation and eventual regulation.
A Kansas City Journal report notes drugs command high prices with pseudoephedrine valued at $437.50 an ounce and musk at about $600 a pound. Musk derives from the musk deer, a rare animal, and demand for fragrance drives rising costs. The seed for the former drug grows in India, Brazil, and parts of South Africa.
A New York case links glove strap contact to incipient blood poisoning after a woman used a handkerchief against the strap during commutes. A physician attributes the illness to a poisonous substance from the strap, noting possible disfigurement after necessary surgery. The warning underscores hazards in street car equipment amid other brief items.
Notice to George Gilbert with unknown residence informs him Jeffre Gilbert of Cheyenne Wyoming has filed for divorce in the First Judicial District Court, Laramie County. She alleges desertion for over a year and asks for a divorce. answer by July 27, 1901. Fourth of July rail rates offered. round trip fare one way sold July 3 and 4. final return July 6. tickets valid within 300 miles.
Department of the Interior Land Office at Cheyenne Wyoming gives notice that settler John Hohnholz Iron Mountain Wyoming has filed for final proof to support his claim. Proof will be made before the register and receiver July 10 1901 for lots 3 4 5 and fractional NW quarter 1 4 Sec 6 Tp 19 N R 69 W. Witnesses named are John L Jordan John J Underwood James H Miller and William Clay all of Iron Mountain and Diamond Wyoming CHAPLIN Register.
United States Land Office Cheyenne Wyoming announces that Nettie L. Jordan of Underwood Wyoming filed sworn statement No. 183 to purchase part of Section 13 Township 19 North Range 70 West claiming land valued for timber or stone over agriculture and will offer proof September 11 1901 before the Cheyenne register and receiver Witnesses include James B. Miller John J. Underwood William L. Clay and John L. Jordan All adverse claimants must file claims by September 11 1901 within the office of the register of the land office Cheyenne Wyoming W BE CHAPLIN Register
Sealed bids are invited by the State Board of Charities and Reform in Cheyenne Wyoming for material, construction, and repairs at the Rawlins Carbon County penitentiary. Bids on whole or part due by May 8 1901 with $200 certified check, contractors may be asked to enter contract and bond. work to be completed by September 15 1901. board may reject any or all bids.
Union Pacific sells Cheyenne to Buffalo N Y tickets and return at one fare plus $1 for thirty days. Travel window June 1 to October 81 1901. For full information contact O W Sweet agent Union Pacific Railroad in Cheyenne.
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