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May 14, 1902 issue lists daily Leader subscription prices. One year cost is 9.60 dollars, reflecting the paper’s price structure and reader options.
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Newspaper
Cheyenne Daily Leader
Location
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1902
Page
2
May 14, 1902 issue lists daily Leader subscription prices. One year cost is 9.60 dollars, reflecting the paper’s price structure and reader options.
Ed Smith of Forster and Smith says the Cheyenne public building project is rapidly moving toward enclosure. He notes local stone cutters and west coast labor options, brick and casting sourcing, and praises quarry manager Larsen. A harsh political digression about General Bell and Senator Dolliver interrupts the reporting.
In May 1902 a new Cuban republic rises under a unique power introduction. James Bryce notes U S policy helped Cuba while yellow fever was eradicated and education and commerce advanced. The piece honors Gen Leonard Wood for stable governance and reform.
The excerpt suggests broad expectations for progress at the century’s start, noting that industrial growth and prosperity invite reactions and adjustments as part of economic development. It presents a reflective, general view without specific events or entities.
Senator Carmack says he spoke harshly to the senator from Iowa and offers apology. He asserts personal relations remain cordial and claims his strong language reflected outrage at the acts in question.
State penitentiary crowded prompts discussion of a convict parole law. Supporters say it could relieve overcrowding by freeing inmates. Opponents warn the parole system is impracticable after extensive criminal control experience.
Senator Hoar introduces a brief bill leaving the president to select a route for a new Isthmian Canal. It assigns authority to excavate construct harbor works and hire needed guidance, sets a $180 million total cost and an initial $10,000 appropriation to begin.
Results show Casper and Rock Springs voting solid Republican while Saratoga leans Democratic. Evanston reelects Mayor Baker and keeps a Democratic council, Kemmerer and Diamondville elect Citizens and Republicans majorities, with Grand Encampment reelecting Mayor Henry. Democratic gains scarce.
A fragmentary line reflects a craftsman’s value in enduring work with aging workers and memories of the dead. The text hints at respect for skill across generations despite fading pride.
Special correspondence from Washington describes the Capitol lunch scene. It portrays the House and Senate dining as a daily ritual, with milk and light meals fueling debates and votes. The piece notes waiters, the cafeteria chaos, and anecdotes from senators including Clark of Montana and Grout of Vermont, ending with a surveyor general notice.
County Treasurer's Office in Cheyenne Wyoming announces a tax sale of real estate for unpaid taxes to be held June 6 1902 at the Court House between 9 a m and 6 p m with continuation daily until all property is sold. The sale includes taxes penalty interest and costs on the described property.
Agaynor and Messrs Page and Colin push a plan for a government enterprise to operate their own restaurant for legislators at cost, with a fair salary for managers and benefits for members and guests. Critics doubt the morality and practicality while lunch remains a major daily event in the Senate offices.
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