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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1902
Page
2
The Leader praises Union Pacific Wyoming division head William L. Park as a model railroad official. It lauds efficiency, public service, and leadership, noting Park’s long service and respected judgment. The piece contrasts republican ideals with royalty, urging republicanism across nations amid the long irrepressible conflict.
The legislature should separate state land affairs from the office of the superintendent of public instruction. A state land register elected by the people should govern lands as an independent branch. The edit says consolidation under one official is desired and that linking land with the school department is inefficient. It notes arguments about women’s executive ability and urges timely division for state and public benefit.
London dispatch notes Methuen's defeat blamed on overlong campaigning and lack of caution. Observers say his eighteen month old message dark ness after dawn reflects mental strain. The Two Bosch victory cited as example of timing when Boers struck as English pressure grew.
The Big Horn Pilot reports Wyoming cattle values rose by over 1.5 million dollars in the past year. Gains come from higher numbers and steadily improving grade as top Hereford and Shorthorn bulls are increasingly brought to Wyoming ranches.
The state board of control discusses who bears the burden of proof in water rights contests. The writer argues contestants should prove their case, likening it to plaintiff and defendant roles in common law.
A report notes Prince Henry as a guest who arrived in the city and was warmly received and treated cordially during his brief stay. Local officials and residents extended hospitality as part of the welcome.
The editorial argues the federal irrigation project targets arid western lands, framing it as a massive, risky real estate venture. It highlights a $1,000,000 reservoir for the Gila region and warns that costs for 100 million acres would exceed a billion dollars, with broader fiscal implications across government programs. Prince Henry denies any secret object in his mission.
A collage of humorous notes and opinions features Senator Hanna commenting on a subsidy bill, Miss Alice Roosevelt rejecting princess roles, and a duck hunt on Lake Michigan as Lent’s example. Chicago elicits delight at Prince Henry’s suite, while Grover Cleveland’s royal ties stirs debate.
Washington dispatch notes how lawmakers defend integrity amid graft rumors. Underwood asserts members act Iere with honor, not by constituent pressure, as debates over rural free delivery and ship subsidies reveal bargaining, compromise, and selective debate rules shaping appropriations and pensions.
A misled man from the east believed only eastern products were valid for consumption. A friend bought him a Leader cigar, after which he stopped seeking sweat shop brands and changed his purchasing habits.
Letters of administration granted February 20 1003 to Mary Astley for the estate. Creditors must file claims with proof within six months or they will be barred. claims not present within one year from letters will be forever barred. Dated February 94 2008.
Wyoming issues an amended quarantine proclamation banning movement of domestic animals from Nebraska and Colorado into Wyoming during 1902 unless health certificates are provided. The notice cites epidemic diseases and authorizes enforcement by the state veterinarian. Also included is Timber Land Act public notice for Henry Altman’s timber land claim in Section 22, Town 18 N, Range 70 W, Cheyenne, with May 7, 1902 as the evidentiary date.
Department of the Interior directs a contest against homestead entry No. 3826 by Edward S. Gillaspy. Robert A. Walker alleges abandonment for more than two years and lack of cultivation. Hearings set for April 15 at Fort Laramie and April 23 in Cheyenne. publication ordered due to due diligence.
Office of the Chief Quartermaster announces sealed proposals in triplicate for transportation of military supplies on Routes 1 2 3 4 6 6 7 and 8 and for drayage at Denver Colorado for the 1902 1903 fiscal year. Proposals due 11 a.m. March 31 1902. U S reserves right to accept or reject any or all proposals. Details on request from J W Post.
Notice to stockholders of Gould Consolidated Mining.Company to meet in Cheyenne Wyoming on March 24 1902 at 9 am to approve selling Jennie Sample and Minnehaha lodes to a new Wyoming company with 2 600 000 shares capital. New company to own Jennie Sample Minnehaha Julie BE and Golden Wedge claims or extra treasury stock per acre. Purchase price set at 40 000 shares per acre. D Wetland and M Purdy secretaries.
The timetable shows No. 3 departing southbound from Denver Pacific, No. 4 southbound leaving, No. 1 from the south arriving at 10:20 PM, and No. 8 from the south arriving at 12:30 PM.
Readable lines list early morning train times for several stops including Fort Russell La Grange Little Bear Littleorse Creek and South Bend with departures around 7 to 8 am and an 4 am start noted for errene North Bound.
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